This intensive summer course, dedicated to young people aged 12 to 17, focuses on portrait photography and has a twofold objective: on the one hand, to convey the technical basics of photography, and on the other, to stimulate reflection on personal identity and how we perceive ourselves and others.
The practice of photographic portraiture fosters a relationship and connection between the photographer and the subject, creating a space for visual and human dialogue. Self-portraiture, on the other hand, is a powerful tool for introspection: when done with awareness, it prompts questions about how we see ourselves and how we wish to be perceived by others.
Through a creative and technical journey, the workshop invites participants to explore themes of empathy, authenticity and awareness, using photography as a means to tell personal and collective stories.e.
The goal of the course will be the creation of a collective project to be defined and developed during the workshop.
Start: 23/06/2025
Level: Basic
Duration: 1 week
Mode: In-person course
Attendance: Monday through Saturday
Cost: 200 € (early bird 150 €)
Course leader: Donato Sambuco
A chi è rivolto
Il corso è rivolto ai giovani tra i 13 e i 17 anni che vogliono esplorare il mondo della fotografia, con un approccio che permette di andare oltre la semplice immagine e trasformarla in un racconto visivo.
Admission
The Course is suitable for those with no previous experience; there are no entry requirements to enroll in this course.
Course Details.
- Learn the technical and creative basics of photographic storytelling.
- Develop a personal project from start to finish.
- Having fun discovering photography in groups.
The course is held Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday morning features an exhibition of the students’ work.
The course program includes photo studio shooting activities, post-production workshops, theoretical lectures on photography and review of photo projects.
Day 1: Introduction to photography and portraiture
- Technical basics of photography: exposure (ISO triangle, aperture, shutter speed).
- Getting to know your camera.
- Exercise: take spontaneous portraits to start experimenting.
Day 2: Composition and light in portraiture
- Types of light: direct and diffused light.
- Creative accessories for portraiture (e.g., mirrors, props, textiles).
- Studio exercise: reverse lighting, reproduce a famous portrait in the studio by replicating the lighting of the original.
Day 3: Portrait setting and interaction with the subject
- What is environmental portraiture: telling a story with context.
- Brief history of photographic portrait and famous inspirations, studio portrait and environmental portrait.
- Communicating with the subject: establishing a relationship between the photographer and the sitter.
- Output: taking ambient portraits of passersby and workers in the neighborhood
Day 4: Creativity and basic post-production
- Introduction to post-production: overview of Lightroom/Camera Raw.
- Short guided editing session to improve one’s images.
- Plan the project: choose a theme (e.g., portrait of a friend, self-portrait, set portrait).
Day 5: Final project and presentation
- Shooting session for the final project (studio or set depending on the theme chosen during the previous class).
- Selection, editing and preparation of the best shots.
- Presentation of work to the group with collective feedback.
Day 6: Final exhibition at the IFC gallery
EARLY BIRD
Take advantage of Early Bird vamounts! For those who register by May 15, 2025 can €150 instead of €200.
Studying at Studio Marangoni
Studying with us means being at the center of a cultural and multidisciplinary environment, where photography blends with other disciplines.
Our school is a place where the boundaries between different disciplines blur, creating a creative and stimulating learning environment for all students. Through the constant exchange between highly professional faculty, emerging talents and students, Studio Marangoni serves as an observatory on the state of the art of photography.
Start your path to a successful photography career at Studio Marangoni!
