The Art of Photography: Defining Your Visual Style

Discover Your Unique Photography Style: A Street Photography Masterclass with Van Styles

Looking to elevate your photography? Learn how to define a consistent and uniquely yours photographic style with renowned photographer Stephen Vanasco, also known as Van Styles. Join him on the streets of New York City for a 25-minute class packed with personal stories and professional tips. Van Styles, celebrated for his stunning aerial and model photography, dives into his new captivating black-and-white, high-contrast style – a creative force that's boosted his brand and opened new professional doors.

This class provides inspiration and actionable insights to take your photography style to the next level, covering everything from initial concepts to final edits.

What You'll Learn:

• Street Photography Fundamentals: Build your creative instincts by exploring your surroundings and capturing meaningful images that reflect your unique vision. Learn to see the world through a photographer's eye.
• Finding Your Artistic Intent: Define your artistic purpose by actively shooting subjects that genuinely interest you in your environment.
• Drawing Inspiration from History: Explore the work of influential street photographers who have shaped Van Styles' own artistic journey – and can inspire yours too.
• Analyzing Visual Interest: Discover how to find compelling visual interest in everyday subjects. Learn Van Styles' process for developing his "point of departure" and how to utilize depth, line, and lighting to create a distinctive style.
• Developing On-the-Spot Technique: Master the art of making key artistic decisions while shooting. Learn to find compelling compositions and experiment with techniques in the field.
• Gear Essentials for Photographers: Understand how the right equipment – bags, cameras, and lenses – can enhance your ability to capture impactful images.
• Mastering Light and Shadow: Follow Van Styles as he photographs the streets of New York, demonstrating how to create art from shadow, texture, and light. Learn to find subjects and engage with people to capture immersive snapshots.
• Working with Natural Light: Discover how to harness the power of natural light – even harsh light and shadows – to create dynamic and abstract compositions in the urban landscape.
• Photo Editing for Impact: Learn the software and techniques for photo editing, restoration, and retouching. Follow along as Van Styles demonstrates the best (and free!) tools to convert color photos to striking black and white and enhance your work to reflect your artistic vision.
• Creating Contrast and Clarity: Gain a detailed understanding of how to manipulate contrast and clarity to create dramatic and visually engaging photographs. Learn to adjust highlights, midtones, and shadows for a polished look.
• Utilizing Filters: Explore how colored filters can add compelling visual interest to monochrome photography, offering control over highlights and complementing your subject matter.
• The Power of Cropping: Learn how strategic cropping, both in-field and during editing, can transform ordinary colors, textures, and shapes into arresting works of art.

This class is perfect for photographers of all levels who want to develop a strong, personal style and create truly memorable images.