Paul Burgess - Marks of Conflict Show - Kaliedoscope Gallery Sevenoaks
Building a Body of Work
Introduction to Photographic Projects Masterclass
1 Day Masterclass + 1/2 Day Follow-Up
​The Masterclass is designed for you if you are:​
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​Wanting to build a body of work
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Looking to achieve an ARPS or FRPS Distinction
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Preparing your work for an exhibition
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Wanting to develop an original book
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Looking to respond to an open call
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Experiencing a creative block
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Wanting to improve your project workflow
Reviews from the last masterclass
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When I booked the course I was a little concerned that it might not be relevant to my particular project. In fact it was very practical and helped me clarify some of my thoughts. In particular it helped me get through a “writers block” by suggesting I reach out to local authors. I’ve already actioned a couple of the ideas that Paul raised. I’m very happy with the course overall.
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The course met all my expectations. I wanted to be able to apply a methodology to my approach to project work, rather than the somewhat scattergun approach I've used in the past, and Paul showed me how to do that. It was well-paced and interesting, nd held my attention throughout.
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I found this course very helpful to get me started on a project for my ARPS. I have had many ideas for this over several years but never got any of them off the ground. I am now using your method to look at my ideas to get a clearer idea of what I actually want to do how feasible these ideas are. I am open to these ideas evolving over time as I reflect on them. It was interesting listening to others on the course and I felt that much of what they said was applicable to myself. I found your talk very informative and the slides easy to understand and take in.
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What is the Workshop About?
“Single, striking images may capture fleeting moments of beauty, but a sequence of photographs tells a story, delivers a message, or explores a theme more deeply.”
Photography is an art form that allows us to freeze moments in time, but the true power of photography lies in its ability to tell a story through a series of images. This course is designed to help photographers like you move beyond single images and develop the skills needed to create cohesive, compelling photographic projects.
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The masterclass centers on the Creative Process, which is the foundation of successful project photography. I will teach you how the process works and how to use it to easily turn your original ideas into successful projects.​
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Course Foundation and Development
Throughout my career as a photographer, I've learned through a combination of trial and error and formal education. My experiences have resulted in a structured approach to photographic projects that I have honed over the years, including a 9-month period teaching college students the creative process and project development. This course embodies the methodologies and widely accepted structured techniques that have proven successful in my own work and for my students.
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What You'll Achieve
During the course, you'll:
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Learn the proven principles behind successful project photography
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Gain online access to all teaching materials and course videos
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Be better equipped to undertake your own projects
The course is designed to help you practice and perfect these techniques, enhancing your ability to create compelling photographic narratives.
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What You Need to Bring
All you need is an open mind and a willingness to learn. This is not a technical course; it focuses on photography's creative and conceptual aspects, making it equally beneficial for photographers at all levels. If you already have a fixed idea for a project, consider setting it aside to explore new possibilities during the course.
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Course Structure
The course is structured to help you build a body of work on a subject of your choice. The highly interactive format includes online personal feedback and mentoring following the course. You'll learn the fundamental skills and methodologies needed to complete a successful project and enhance your future photography endeavors.
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The one-day masterclass is followed, 4 weeks later, by a half-day online feedback session that allows you to review the progress of your project and to address any issues that you may be having with the process.
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Detailed Course Breakdown
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Introduction to project photography
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Case studies of successful projects
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The creative process: relevance and application
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Generating and evaluating ideas
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Importance of research and how to conduct it
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Learning to experiment
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Writing a Statement of Intent
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Planning your next steps
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Course Dates and Format
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Dates: 26th October (feedback dates TBA during the masterclass)
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Time: 10:00 - 16:00 (including breaks for lunch and exercises)
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Format: Online, with all sessions recorded for future reference
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If you'd prefer to do the course 121 rather than as a group course, you can find details here
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Course Cost
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Fee: £99
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Included: Unlimited access to course videos, and limited online email support and mentoring following the course.
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Enroll Now
Take the next step in your photographic journey. Transform your ability to tell stories through powerful multi-image projects. Enroll today, using the buttons below, to secure your spot in this transformative course.
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If you would like further information please email me at paul@f32.co.uk or phone 07983 394 550
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About Your Course Tutor
Paul Burgess, who will lead the masterclass, has many years of experience as a fine art photographer and teacher. He is an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society (ARPS), and has a first class honors degree in photography. Paul has undertaken many photography projects. His Marks of Conflict project has been the subject of two public exhibitions and was featured on BBC Telvision. He is the author of several limited-edition books of photographs. He is currently working on a large-scale project 'Sevenoaks at Work' which will be the subject of a book and an exhibition in early 2025.