Street Photography Masterclass Workshops In London UK | Selaru Ovidiu
Freezing moving shadows, using light to illustrate rhythm and space.

Istanbul - Real Stories -Masterclass
1/5 December - Street&Documentary Masterclass
Available spots
Service Description
📸 𝐈𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐛𝐮𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐏𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝟓 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲. 𝟓 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬. 𝟏 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬. 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 – 𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 ✨ 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲, 𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 Istanbul is a city of contrast, rhythm, and emotion. East meets West in every street corner, every ferry crossing, every face passing through the crowd. From the misty mornings of Eminönü to the shadows of backstreets in Balat, from the energy of Istiklal Avenue to the silence between prayers, we explore the city through multiple photographic approaches. We focus on street portrait layering—bringing together people, architecture, movement, and atmosphere to create images rich in depth and meaning. Day 5 is dedicated to editing at Leica Store Istanbul, where we shape your strongest photographs into a cohesive visual story. 🎯 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 – Capture authentic Istanbul street life with a different focus each day – Photograph one of the world’s most dynamic urban landscapes – Build layered compositions using people, texture, and timing – Strengthen your instinct for anticipation and decisive moments – Experience the city through constantly changing light and emotion 🧠 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 ✔ Creative use of natural light in dense urban environments ✔ How to approach and photograph strangers with confidence and respect ✔ Creating layered, story-driven street portraits ✔ Reading movement and chaos to find order in the frame ✔ Editing and sequencing images with clarity and impact 📷 𝐆𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 Bring what suits your style: 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, or 70–200mm zoom. I will mainly use 35mm and 50mm for intimacy and storytelling. 📍 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 🕘 Daily schedule: 9 AM – 6 PM (optional evening sessions) 🖥 Day 5: Editing session at Leica Store Istanbul (Zoom option available) 🏨 Accommodation: your choice, I’ll be centrally located 🚶 Transport: mostly on foot + tram/ferry when needed 📱 Communication: WhatsApp group ✅ 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐘𝐨𝐮 🔋 Batteries & memory cards for long shooting days 👟 Comfortable walking shoes 📸 A curious eye and openness to fleeting moments ☔ Weather-ready clothing for December conditions 🎒 Come as a photographer. 💥 Leave as a storyteller, with layered, emotional images that capture the soul of Istanbul.


Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy A deposit is required to secure your place in the workshop. If you cancel at least 20 days before the workshop: • If the full amount has been paid, you will receive a refund of the total amount minus 50% of the deposit • If only the deposit has been paid, you will receive 50% of the deposit back In all cases, 50% of the deposit is non-refundable. Cancellations made less than 20 days before the workshop are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, your booking can be transferred to another available workshop, subject to availability. Transfer requests must be made at least 7 days before the workshop. In the unlikely event that I am unable to attend, all participants will receive a full refund of the ticket price. Participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements. Travel insurance is recommended in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Contact Details
İstanbul, Türkiye
07761285689
selaruovidiu37@gmail.com