Beyond the Obvious | Street Photography Workshop | 10 Oct Porto

Learn to capture the streets with intention.

Beyond the Obvious: Street Photography Workshop in Porto, Portugal

Explore Porto through reflections, geometry and atmospheric layers rather than literal documentation - creating images that invite viewers to discover their own meaning.

MINIMUM 4 PARTICIPANTS

What you will learn:

This workshop focuses on three fundamental techniques:

• Reflections & Layering
  Using windows, mirrors, and glass to build depth and visual complexity
• Silhouettes & Drama
  Working with backlight and shadow to create powerful compositions
• Geometry & Pattern
  Finding order in urban chaos through lines, shapes, and repetition

Workshop structure:

• Introduction (15 min)
  Beyond the Obvious approach, how to see Porto through reflections, layers and atmosphere instead of monuments
• Guided Shooting (3.5 hours)
  Small group exploration with real-time feedback as you practice seeing differently
• Wrap-Up (15 min)
  Reflection and next steps for continuing your practice
• Post-Workshop
  Submit your 5 best images for curated showcase with commentary

Details:

• Skill Level: All levels welcome. You should know your camera's basic functions
• Meeting Point: Porto, Portugal (meeting point provided after registration)
• When: 10 October | 09:00 - 13:00
• Duration: 3 hours
• Group Size: Minimum 6, maximum 8 participants
• Language: English
• Investment: €150

What to bring:

• Camera (any camera works - just be comfortable using it)
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Curiosity for the unexpected

What's Included:

• 3.5 hours hands-on instruction
• Small group ensures personal attention
• Real-time feedback during shooting
• Post-workshop curated showcase with brief commentary on selected images

About the Instructor:

Stuss Helder runs street photography workshops across the Netherlands, teaching Beyond the Obvious methodology. His approach focuses on how places feel rather than what they look like, using reflections, geometry and layers to create atmospheric images that invite interpretation rather than explanation.

Instagram: @stusshelder

Website: stusshelder.com

Refund Policy:

Full refund available up to 20 days before the workshop date
No refunds within 19 days of the workshop
Tickets are transferable , you may transfer your spot to another participant at any time.
If the minimum number of participants isn’t reached, all bookings will be fully refunded.