Join two of Magnum’s female photographers for an in-depth workshop designed to deepen your storytelling ability.


Magnum Photos is proud to announce a workshop with two of Magnum’s female photographers Susan Meiselas and Newsha Tavakolian, which takes place in Tokyo from August 7th - 11th.

Apply now for this five-day intensive workshop hosted by Magnum Tokyo that will push participants to find the “emotion in narrative” and deepen their storytelling ability.

This workshop will encourage you to examine your photographic practice through in-depth portfolio critiques with either Meiselas or Tavakolian and through lively peer-to-peer discussions. You will also be challenged to produce new work through practical assignments.

“I am a self-taught photographer and I will help you develop your own story ideas and stop you from doubting yourself while trying to execute them. The way we tell stories is changing and boundaries between journalism, documentary and art are shifting. I will help you explore idea's that go beyond the labels photographers often use to describe their work, without losing your message.” Newsha Tavakolian

Attendees will benefit from lectures on different modes and approaches to photographic storytelling and participate in editing sessions with Susan Meiselas or Newsha Tavakolian. The group will work collectively toward a final group edit of the work produced during the workshop which will be showcased at a public event.

“For students, workshops are an opportunity to explore new directions and for me it is a way to discover diverse voices.” Susan Meiselas 

Some joint sessions with both photographers will also be organized.

Aimed at photographers wishing to broaden their perspectives and push the boundaries of their personal development, this workshop aims to elevate the standard of both regional and international photographers.

Where & When:

Nippon Photography Institute
Sakuragaokacho, 4-16, Shibuya,
?150-0031 Tokyo, Japan

Tuesday 7th August until Saturday 11th August

Language

This workshop will be taught in English.

Fees and Policies

Tuition for the workshop is 150,000 Yen (including tax).


Apply

Click here to apply for this workshop (Link: <a href='https://bit.ly/2xnKE2s' target='_blank'>https://bit.ly/2xnKE2s</a>)

For any queries please feel free to contact Chloe Jafe in Tokyo:
chloejafe@magnumphotos.co.jp

The first deadline for acceptance is Monday 9th July 2018. Qualified applicants will be selected through a combination of the merit of their work and their personal statement, and in the order of the application received. All applications received after Monday 9th July 2018 will be reviewed, space permitting.

The final deadline for application is Monday 16th July 2018.


Selection and Requirements:

Due to the fast pace of the workshop, Magnum highly recommends that participants produce and edit their work digitally, using their own laptops. We also recommend participants to arrive with one realistic project idea they wish to develop during the workshop, and that preliminary research should be conducted before the workshop begins.

This workshop is not about learning new technical skills, but rather improving each student's own unique photographic vision. Candidates will be expected to arrive comfortable with their equipment, ready to work.

Travel & Accommodation??Participants are expected to make their own arrangements regarding travel and accommodation; a list of suitable accommodation options will be provided to successful candidates.

Please ensure you have the necessary travel documents & relevant visas in order to attend the event. Magnum Photos can provide letters of support where necessary.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Please note: Magnum Photos reserves the right to cancel groups with less than 8 participants. Students will be given a full refund. In the event of a cancellation, students will be given 10 days in advance notice.

Magnum Photos reserves the right to change or alter the program advertised
If a participant decides to cancel for whatever reason, this must be confirmed in writing
Magnum Photos will reimburse all the registration costs except for a 10,000 Yen administration fee.
If the participant informs Magnum Photos of cancellation at least 3 weeks before the first day of the workshop. Beyond this time limit, Magnum Photos will charge the following: 50% of the cost if cancelled between 6 and 20 days before the workshop commences. 100% of the cost if cancelled less than 5 days before the workshop starts.
All workshops that are commenced but not completed through the fault of either the contractor/or participant need to be paid in full.
Magnum Photos is not responsible for reimbursement of travel expenses in case a workshop is cancelled. We highly recommend that you buy refundable air tickets and/or travel insurance.