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iN-PUBLiC workshop NEW YORK / April 28 – 30 , 2017
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iN-PUBLiC members
Gus Powell of New York and
Charalampos Kydonakis (aka
dirtyharrry) of Crete will come together on the spring streets of NYC to agree and disagree about “taking” and “making” pictures, “hunting” and “gathering”, visual communication and poetic storytelling, and other topics as they conduct a workshop that will emphasize both shooting and editing. Starting with an initial presentation and get together on Friday evening from 7-9pm, followed by class and shooting at diverse locations around the city on Saturday from 10am – 5pm, and concluding with shooting and a feedback/critique session on Sunday 10am – 4pm.
The course is open to intermediate and advanced photographers. Maximum 18 persons.
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April 28 - 30 , 2017 in New York
Workshop Fee $ 650
$500 Early bird discount till
March 20
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Faculty Biographies
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Gus Powell was born in New York City in 1974 and attended Oberlin College where he majored in comparative religion. In 2003 he was selected to be in PDNs 30 under 30 issue and also published his first monograph,
The Company of Strangers ( (J&L Books). His work has been exhibited internationally, including a solo show at The Museum of The City of New York and group exhibitions at The Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Micamera Milano, and FOAM, NL. His photographs have been published in Aperture, Harpers, Vogue, Le Monde, Wired, Fortune, The New York Times, and W. He has been a regular contributor to The New Yorker magazine for a decade. He is a member of the street photographers’ collective In-Public since 2003 and is faculty in the MFA Photography, Video and Related Media Department at the School of Visual Arts, NY. His work is included in the books Bystander: A World History of Street Photography and Street Photography Now. Powell’s second monograph,
The Lonely Ones (J&L Books 2015), was inspired by the work of William Steig and demonstrates his use of both straight photography and text. The book was included on best of 2015 lists at PhotoEye, Vogue, and PDN. He is represented by the
Sasha Wolf Gallery in New York.
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Charalampos Kydonakis aka
dirtyharrry : born and raised in Crete, he studied architecture in Thessaloniki. He 's working as an architect in Crete and currently he 's between his island and NYC. Dirtyharrry’s photos have been featured in various online and printed publications such as Time, Vice , Blowphoto mag , etc . He has participated in exhibitions in Greece and abroad. On a daily basis he is editing the
dirty blog with photos of his own and the people who inspire him.
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You can follow the links below to watch images shot during Gus' & Dirtyharrry' workshop and read some words by people who attended it :
images April 2016
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images September 2016
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“It was the first workshop I have attended and I was a little concerned that it might not be that helpful to me progressing as a photographer. However, my experience was just the opposite. I found the workshop to be very helpful in demonstrating the value of editing and sequencing my work as an essential part of the process of creating more personal and unique images. Rather than repeating the easy, instant gratification photos that are so popular and generate many “Likes” on social media - Gus and Harry emphasized moving beyond the easy images to make pictures that are more nuanced, open to interpretation, and vision of the photographer as author.”
Tim, Boston, MA
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“Shooting in one of the world's most photogenic cities followed by thorough, thoughtful, challenging critique by two of the craft's best working practitioners. The critique was thorough and insightful. I liked that I had different perspectives about particular photos. Gus' & Harry's styles and approaches are very different, and that is something that brings more value to the workshop. I also liked that they both shot actively with students. ”
Ken SF, CA
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“An insightful workshop from two very different approaches in image making, forces you to ask questions about the what you are trying to say through photography. Lead by passionate and dedicated Photographers that truly care about helping you to push forward in your art and will inspire you to go out and shoot more. The most helpful part for myself was the hand's on working experience on the streets. Being able to work alongside both Harry and Gus while having instant feedback through reviewing the images on the back of the camera allowed me to adjust on the spot and helped to push me into a new direction as we continued photographing.”
Charles, NY, NY
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“A great opportunity to observe and learn from two very distinct artists and get real-time feedback and ideas while shooting, paired with an intensive critique of your work.”
Sebastian, NY, NY
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“Gus and Harrry’s iN-Public street photography workshop was a great learning experience! Having such intimate access, and shooting along side them, throughout the weekend brought to light quite a few things that will improve my photography. The editing feedback and in-depth critique and discussion of my weekend’s photos was invaluable.”
Rob , Denver , CO
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Please use the contact form below if you have specific questions about the NYC April workshop
In-Public was the first street photography collective when it formed in 2000 and it has been pivotal in the growing popularity of street photography around the world. All of us at In-Public are aware of this responsibility and we wish to address this by connecting directly with others who share our passion for street photography. A vital aspect of this is to offer meaningful workshops – on a regular basis in cities worldwide – with a core roster of In-Public photographers. Over the years we’ve conducted many such workshops and we’ve honed our method into an inspiring and effective model.
One unique ingredient that makes these workshops special is bringing several In-Public photographers together. There is a distinct group dynamic offering different styles and philosophies that can sharpen the learning experience for those who attend. Collectively we are stronger. We challenge each other.
Paris Workshop 2014
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What happens at an In-Public workshop?
Our weekend three-day-long workshops are broken into three key sections:
1. Friday evening is spent looking at street photographs. Each of the In-public photographers will present some of their work together with examples of what has personally inspired them. This will distinguish the different tastes and approaches of the workshop leaders.
2. Saturday is spent taking photographs. There will be assignments from each instructor and examples will be shown beforehand so that In-Public photographers can accompany participants to carefully chosen locations to offer hands on advice.
3. Sunday is for feedback and editing. This is the most important aspect of the workshop – giving honest and constructive feedback – on work taken during the workshop but also older work. Ever since we began hard honest criticism has always been exchanged between members, and we apply the same eye to student work. This is our ethos; we look hard; we aim for the best.
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Who are the workshops for?
We get all sorts on our workshops; there will be a core of In-Public followers – those that have a good awareness of street photography – and they tend to be a little more advanced. They will already have work that they want to show at the workshop. But this is not absolute; We have beginners too. They may be a little more reticent but if they have talent we will see it and encourage it. The only criteria for anyone considering attending one of our workshops is a strong interest in street photography. Our workshops cap enrollment at 20 but often there are fewer students. The ratio of instructors to students is never greater than 6:1, and typically closer to 3:1.
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What will you learn at an In-Public workshop?
Inspiration and a greater awareness of your photography. We pull potential from the seemingly ordinary. We push participants to edit their work that will enable them to move forward with their photography. You will learn different approaches to street photography including the importance of pursuing projects and how to avoid common mistakes. You might call our workshops a health check; a realignment of what you want to achieve.
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What do the past workshop participants say about their experiences:
“The Stockholm workshop was amazing! I have to say that this was my first workshop I ever attended but I couldn’t have asked for more I think. It was a fantastic experience as well on the personal as the photographic side. It was nice to hear the stories behind some of the pictures you 3 guys have taken. It was great to have 3 photographers who represent quite different styles to shoot street so that my head is full of ideas now… The assignments forced us to try several styles which is good as it made me think what could be done. The reviews (“Best of Saturday” as well as portfolios) were honest and constructive but not too hard. All in all I can honestly say that this was the best investment I have made yet regarding my development as a photographer. I hope to see you all again very soon!” - Frederik Buse, Heidelberg, Germany
“An amazing weekend with Richard Kalvar, Blake Andrews and Matt Stuart. If you have chance to go on one of these In-public workshops sell your Granny’s false teeth and kidneys to get a place.” - Tony White, England
“Last year I participated in two in-public workshops, one in London and one in Stockholm. Both experiences were outstanding possibilities to work closely with 3/4 skilled and enthusiastic street photographers in a group of only 20 students. These top professional photographers were with you giving briefs, guiding and supporting you the whole way through the workshop, each with their own style. For me personally these two workshop experiences took my photography to a whole new level, for which I will be forever grateful. For anybody with an interest in street photography I cannot recommend the in-public workshops highly enough, it is a rare oppurtunity to learn from some highly inspiring photographers and artists in this field.” - Ziggy Buck, Copenhagen
"I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say thanks for the workshop. It was the first workshop I have ever done (and the first time speaking to other photographers in the flesh as opposed to online). I learned a hell of a lot – being aware of the background, improving my confidence when sticking a camera in a strangers face, keeping your elbows in and mostly about following my own aesthetic and not just repeating stuff that has already been done. I feel like I am on the right track now and will continue to make pictures out in the countryside that mean something to me. Once again, thanks for the advice and the feedback – maybe catch you for a decent coffee again sometime! Cheers!" - James, London
"Thank you for a wonderful, exhausting and very useful weekend. The balance of criticism and encouragement was just right and I fully intend to catch it next year (maybe Paris or New York). All the best for New York and thanks again." - Joe, London
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