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WELCOME TO BERLIN My approach to seeing the world largely comes from my background as a press photographer. I'lI introduce you some of my methods and techniques that have helped me over the past 30 years as a professional photographer.
We will explore the streets of Berlin in some of the most iconic locations as well as some less well known and challenge ourselves to ask "How do we capture it differently?"
We have all seen the postcards! Now its time to create something nobody has ever seen before.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- The cost of this workshop is for tuition only. The two-day course does not cover flights, accommodation, travel insurance, meals, or any other travel around Berlin.
- A full schedule of location meet up points and all relevant information will be sent prior to start of class.
- Due to demand, refunds are only given up to 60 days prior to the start of the course.
- Consult medical physician prior attendance to discuss any health concerns.
- Attendees should have a basic understanding of how to use their cameras. i.e. Aperture, Shutter speed, ISO.
- Please bring spare batteries. To conserve battery life please refrain from viewing the LCD while shooting.
- Camera insurance is highly advised in case of loss, damage, theft.
- If travelling from overseas, it is advised to pre-purchase an international data plan for cellular services. Mobile Wi-Fi, or prepaid SIM cards (for unlocked cellular devices) may be rented at airports (contact airport for more information).
- Attendees are responsible for their own personal belongings during the course.
- Attendees are responsible for their own safety; especially be careful of vehicles. bicycles and electric gears on pavement and
theft in crowded areas.
WEATHER AND WALKING
The average daily weather in Berlin in June is between 74°F (23°C), and the average low is 42°F (13°C) with a
chance of rain.
Bring warm clothing and wet weather gear in case of rain. Shooting will continue in all weather conditions.
HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS
We would recommend booking a hotel close to Alexandraplatz as the first days photographing will start from this area and Alexanderplatz is easily connected by public transport to the last days start point.
TRANSPORT
The best international airports for accessing Berlin Brandenburg International airport.
Connections to central Berlin are easily available by taxi or public transport.
Attendees are responsible for their own personal passports or alternate method for entry into Germany, all transportation (airfare, bus, trains, taxi), hotel accommodations, meals, and any other expense.
During the course we will occasionally use the Subway (U-Bahn) system to transport across the city. During peak travel hours it is normal and well known for the trains to be full.
(WARNING FOR ATTENDEES WITH CONFINED SPACES CONDITIONS).
EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
Phil generally utilises a full range of focal lengths from wide-angle to telephoto (21mm- 280mm).
If you have a selection of lenses in this range, it is recommended you bring them with you to allow you choice over
the course of the workshop. It is not however necessary to carry all your lenses on each day.
Phil generally carries two fixed prime lenses, a 35mm and 75mm. If you are unsure more can be discussed on the
whatsApp group below.
COMMUNICATION
For the purposes of the workshop we will be setting up a whats app group so that we can all stay in touch.If you do not have WhatsApp, you can download it here: https://www.whatsapp.com/download
STAFF CONTACT DETAILS
PHIL PENMAN
Phone: 917 496 1644
Whatsapp: 917 496 1644Email: Studio@philpenman.comCHARLIE LOCKYER
Whatsapp: +44(0)7540 404743
Phone: +44(0)7540 404743
Email: studio@lockyer.net
EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
Police English Speaking Emergency number - 112
Medical Attention - 112
US Embassy in Berlin - +49 30 83050
UK Embassy in Berlin +49 (0)30 204 570
CAMERA STORES
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JUNE 20TH 2025
DAY ONE - WORKSHOP INTRODUCTIONA welcome drink at a local bar and introduction to run over the schedule and to give you a brief overview of how I approach shooting in the street. This location will be communicated closer to the workshop start date.
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JUNE 21ST 2025
DAY TWO - SCHEDULE8AM - 12PM - PHOTO WALK12 - 1.30PM - BREAK FOR LUNCH1.30 - 3.30PM - AFTERNOON SHOOT3.30-5PM - EDIT SESSION(EXPECT A MINIMUM OF 3 MILES OF WALKING PER PHOTOWALK) -
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BREAK FROM 12 -1.30PM
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JUNE 22ND 2025
DAY THREE - SCHEDULE2 - 5.30PM - PHOTO WALK5.30 - 7PM - BREAK FOR QUICK DINNER7 - 10PM - PHOTOWALK -
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ABOUT THE TEAM
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