The Leica Akademie proudly introduces for the first time, The Advancing Photographer, an exclusive opportunity for personal study with legendary photographer Ralph Gibson.

DESCRIPTION

The Advancing Photographer initiative is a collaboration between Ralph Gibson and the individual attendee rather than a group event.  The program is designed to address specific concerns of the serious practitioner on an individual basis. Your course of study will be personalized to your areas of interest and confidently guided by Ralph’s unparalleled experience and the uniqueness of the works submitted for discussion.

POINTS OF DISCUSSION

• Form, Content, Composition

• Focal Length

• Perspective

• Camera Handling

• Intention

• Sequence and Rhythm in bookmaking

• Visual Signature

• Point of Departure

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• An initial consultation with Ralph’s production team to work on your tailored curriculum, goals, and topics of interest.

• One month of personalized study with Ralph Gibson

• Four individual 60-mintue sessions devoted to your photographs scheduled on a weekly basis.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This program is ideal for intermediate to advanced photographers with an interest in refining their personal vision. However, all experienced levels are welcome to attend. Also, photographers with a personal project or a collection of images that they feel could make a book or exhibition are encouraged to apply. This experience is a rare opportunity to work with a true master of photography and of the fine art photography book.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

All sessions will take place online through the Zoom platform.  Flexible scheduling is guaranteed with several time options offered to the student over the four weeks. Several time options will be offered weekly to ensure the maximum flexibility to meet your schedule.