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Si vous residez en France, il est désormais possible de profiter de vos droits à la formation professionnelle pour participer à un workshop Venezia Photo. Selon votre statut, deux dispositifs existent pour vous accompagner dans le financement partiel ou total de votre workshop à Venise.
Building Worlds Through Photography
Building Worlds Through Photography
Building Worlds Through Photography
Building Worlds Through Photography
Building Worlds Through Photography
Building Worlds Through Photography
Building Worlds Through Photography
FASHION From April 9 to 12, 2026

SAM DAMESHEK

Building Worlds Through Photography
Crafting intimate stories
Festival Workshop
Sale price€1.530,00 Finance my workshop

This immersive four day workshop led by American fashion photographer Sam Dameshek focuses on creating visual worlds and spontaneous storytelling. Learners explore how to build authentic visual narratives by working closely with models while giving instinct and emotion a central place in the creative process.

Through practical shooting sessions, artistic direction exercises, and work with natural light, Sam guides learners in developing concepts that embrace unpredictability sincere interactions and a strong emotional presence.

The goal of the workshop is to help photographers strengthen their artistic voice and create personal lively images that are deeply connected to their subjects.

Bio

American fashion photographer Sam Dameshek has been shooting everything from fashion, celebrity figures, beauty, swim wear, album covers, travel diaries and more for over 10 years now.

With his clients Dameshek goes beyond just shooting and more often than not will produce and creative direct the high level for those he works with. Even though his clientele and subject matter range drastically, Dameshek always maintains a hands on classical approach to image making.

He shoots almost entirely on film with an emphasis on maintaining an honest and natural feeling found in the intimate details.

Pedagogical learning

  • Understand how to create visual worlds in photography
  • Develop concepts that allow space for spontaneity
  • Explore lighting approaches that enhance intimacy and mood
  • Strengthen narrative intention and emotional tone
  • Gain insight into creative direction during a shoot
  • Build confidence in guiding subjects and shaping a scenes

Skills targeted

  • Concept development
  • Creative direction
  • Natural and mixed lighting
  • Visual storytelling and mood building
  • Intuitive work with subjects
  • Visual consistency and atmosphere
  • Spontaneous, observation based shooting

Target audience

Photographers interested in narrative driven imagery, emotional storytelling and building personal visual worlds grounded in authenticity and spontaneity.

Prerequisites

  • Autonomous use of a digital camera
  • Personal equipment including camera, lenses, memory cards, a hard drive, a laptop with charger, and editing software
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • The complete workshop: from Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. to Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 1 p.m.
  • 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners, 2 cocktails
  • Access to the closing evening
  • Any equipment loans
  • Access to any tourist sites or places of interest planned as part of the workshop
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
  • Return transport to Venice and San Servolo
  • Accommodation: 100 rooms are available on site, in San Servolo, otherwise you'll need to arrange your own accommodation in Venice
  • Lunch is on your own: there is a cafeteria in San Servolo
  • Vaporettos and other water cabs outside the excursions scheduled as part of the workshop
  • All insurance cover for lost or stolen luggage, delayed or cancelled transport, theft or breakage of equipment during the workshop
Detailed program
Day 1

Morning

Arrival of participants before noon and time to settle into the creative environment
Welcome introduction to the workshop and first collective moments with the group

Afternoon

Presentation of Sam Dameshek’s work and his approach to world building and intimate storytelling
Overview of the workshop themes: spontaneity, narrative mood and lighting

Day 2

Morning

Practical session focused on concept development and building photographic “worlds”
Discussion on emotional tone, mood boards and flexible creative direction

Afternoon

Shooting session in Venice experimenting with spontaneous interactions and intuitive direction
Personalized guidance from Sam on working with subjects and responding to available light
Participants are encouraged to explore freely while refining their approach

Day 3

Morning

Continuation of shooting sessions in diverse Venetian environments
Focus on creating intimate images that blend preparation with improvisation

Afternoon

Group review and first selection of images
Discussion on narrative intention, atmosphere and the role of sequencing
Preparation of a small series for the final presentation

Day 4

Morning

Collective presentation of the work produced
Exchange and constructive feedback to reflect on each participant’s photographic progression

Afternoon

Conclusion of the workshop
Please note that this program may be adjusted by the artist according to the flow and needs of the group
Evaluation methods
  • Continuous assessment through daily individual feedback and group discussions.
  • Final presentation of each participant’s work during the collective screening.
  • End-of-session evaluation and self-assessment form to measure satisfaction and learning outcomes.
  • Access to a shared alumni group for post-workshop dialogue and creative exchange.
After the training

Participants’ work may be featured through Venezia Photo’s communication channels (newsletter, website, social media).
A private online group will allow participants to stay connected, share projects, and continue discussions beyond the workshop.
ACCESSIBILITY

All efforts are made to accommodate participants with disabilities. Please contact us in advance for adaptation of conditions.

Language of instructor

English

Duration & location

San Servolo - 4 Days
Building Worlds Through Photography
Building Worlds Through Photography Sale price€1.530,00