Applications open: Anzenberger Masterclass
Learning from the best – 4 master photographers will guide 16 promising photographers through the process of developing a long-term photo project.
During this ten-month-long intensive masterclass, the students will learn how to develop, start, implement, and present their individual photographic projects.
10 months – 10 weekends full of workshops, discussions, group activities, and reviews
Saturdays:
workshops, lectures, reviews etc. led by the four masters (Andrew Phelps, Klaus Pichler, Reiner Riedler, Annet van der Voort)
Sundays:
workshops, lectures, reviews etc. led by guest lecturers (e.g.: Brude Gilden, Gerry Badger, Cristina de Middel, Rob Hornstra, Olivia Arthur, Nicolo Degiorgis, Simon Roberts, Ania Nalecka)
Only the first, introductory weekend will be three days long (24.09.2014 - 28.09.2014).
The goal for each photographer is to complete a long-term project during the masterclass, either an exhibition and/or a book. A final presentation of all projects will take place at AnzenbergerGallery in June, 2016.
WORKING ON A LONG-TERM PHOTO PROJECT
You will learn how to
- develop ideas and concepts
- gather information and do research
- get started with your project
- implement your concept
- tell a story
- approach people and find places to photograph
- edit and sequence
- make a budget for your project
- present your work and promote your project
- work on a book and/or exhibition
The masterclass offers
- supervision by the master photographers over ten months
- open discussions and critiques
- individual portfolio reviews
- lectures, workshops, and reviews by the master photographers
- lectures, workshops, and reviews by national and international photography experts such as Martin Parr, Gerry Badger, Cristina de Middel, Rob Hornstra, Agnieszka Rayss, Horst Friedrichs, Regina Maria Anzenberger, etc.
- workshops and seminars on topics like bookmaking, editing, production, and budgeting
Registration
The deadline for submission is May 30, 2015. Out of all the submissions, 16 photographers will be selected.
Requirements
- this workshop is designed for advanced or semi-advanced photographers who possess a high level of technical and visual skills
- participants should be at a stage in their career where they are still open to learning new things
- participants should understand spoken and written English
- there are no limitations regarding age or nationality
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in being considered for the AnzenbergerMasterclass, please send an e-mail to masterclass@anzenberger.com with:
- your name, address, phone number
- a short artist bio
- a concept for a long-term photo project (max. 2 pages with, if available, 5-10 images)
- a portfolio or link to your website
Fee
The application is free of charge. The fee for successful applicants will be 3950€, including supervision by the master photographers during the masterclass and 10 weekends of workshops and lectures. Payment instructions will be given to you upon acceptance to the workshop.?
Successful applicants must make themselves available for all workshops – there are no refunds for days missed!
Travel & Accommodation??
Participants are expected to make their own arrangements regarding travel and accommodation. Please ensure that you have the relevant visas and travel documents that are necessary to attend the events.
DATES
Informal get-together at 7 pm, September 24, 2015:
Introductory weekend, September 25-27, 2015
2nd weekend, October 24-25, 2015
3rd weekend, November 21-22, 2015
4th weekend, December 12-13, 2015
5th weekend, January 23-24, 2016
6th weekend, February 20-21, 2016
7th weekend, March 12-13, 2016
8th weekend, April 16-17, 2016
9th weekend, May 21-22, 2016
Final presentation, June 18, 2016
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