Beyond the Obvious | Street Photography Workshop | 9 May Amsterdam

Learn to capture the streets with intention.

Beyond the Obvious: Street Photography Workshop

Street photography that breaks free from literal documentation to explore the abstract poetry of urban life.

What you will learn:

This workshop focuses on three core challenges:

• 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 methodology, the three challenges and what to look for
• Guided Shooting (2 hours)
  Small group exploration with real-time feedback as you practice seeing differently
• Wrap-Up (15 min)
  Brief review and next steps
• Post-Workshop
  Submit your 2 best images for curated showcase with commentary

Details:

• Skill Level: All levels welcome. You should know your camera's basic functions
• Meeting Point: Amsterdam (meeting point provided after registration)
• When: 9 May | 10:00 - 12:30
• Duration: 2.5 hours
• Groupe Size: 6 particpants maximum
• Language: English
• Investment: €99

What to bring:

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

What's Included:

• 2.5 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 is a street photographer based in the Netherlands, teaching Beyond the Obvious methodology - finding secondary stories through reflections, abstraction, and observation rather than literal documentation.

Instagram: @stusshelder

Website: stusshelder.com

Cancellation Policy:

Let me know as soon as possible. Your spot is transferable to someone else or you can move to a future date if available.