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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.
Pascal Maitre
Pascal Maitre
Pascal Maitre
Pascal Maitre
Pascal Maitre
Pascal Maitre
Pascal Maitre
PHOTO REPORTAGE From April 15 to 18, 2027

PASCAL MAITRE

Reportage in Color
Color as Witness
Festival Workshop
Sale price€1.490,00 Finance my workshop

Led by Pascal Maitre, this workshop offers an immersion into the practice of photojournalism and colour reportage. Over four days, participants develop their documentary eye and explore how colour can strengthen the reading of an image, reveal an atmosphere or convey the energy of a place.

In Venice — an ideal playground thanks to its light and its contrasts — participants photograph, experiment and refine their approach through ongoing exchanges with Pascal Maitre. The workshop covers the different stages of documentary work, from observation in the field to image selection, with particular attention to the coherence of a photographic series.

The course concludes with a collective presentation of the work produced during the workshop.

Bio

After studying psychology, Pascal Maitre began his career in 1979 with Groupe Jeune Afrique. In 1984, he joined the Gamma agency, and in 1989 co founded Odyssey Images. From 1994 to 2018, he was a member of the Cosmos agency.

His work has appeared in major international publications such as Géo, Paris Match, Figaro Magazine, L’Express, Stern, and National Geographic. While Africa remains his principal field of exploration, Pascal Maitre has produced significant reports across the world including the Middle East, South America, and Siberia.

Renowned for his humanistic approach and his mastery of color, Pascal Maitre is recognised as one of the great contemporary storytellers in photojournalism.

Pedagogical learning

• Understand the basic steps involved in building a photographic story
• Use colour to reinforce the meaning of an image
• Produce a small set of images aligned with a clear intention
• Group and organise photographs to create a short narrative

Skills targeted

• Observe and identify a situation worth photographing
• Produce a visually consistent mini-series
• Improve images through simple, guided editing

Target audience

Photographers with an advanced level wishing to deepen their practice of photojournalism and develop a structured approach to building a photographic report.

Prerequisites

  • Autonomous use of a digital camera
  • Required 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 15, 2027 at 2:30 p.m. to Sunday, April 18, 2027 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 workshop environment

Afternoon

  • Welcome and introduction to the workshop, offering a first immersion into Pascal Maitre’s approach to photojournalism and color reportage
  • Presentation of Pascal’s work followed by a collective review of participants’ portfolios
  • Discussion of each participant’s expectations and definition of the workshop goals
  • Introduction to the role of color, light and context in building a strong visual story
Day 2

Morning

  • First fieldwork session in Venice, focusing on observing everyday life and working with natural light and color
  • Guidance from Pascal on approaching situations, reading the scene and anticipating key moments

Afternoon

  • Continuation of shooting around Venice, encouraging participants to develop a consistent way of seeing
  • Individual support to help refine framing, use of color and narrative intent within a reportage mindset
Day 3

Morning

  • Further photographic exploration around Venice, with an emphasis on deepening ongoing stories or beginning new angles within the same environment
  • Attention to rhythm, variety of situations and visual coherence in color

Afternoon

  • Review, editing and first selection of images under Pascal’s guidance
  • Work on tightening the edit, clarifying the narrative and understanding how color supports meaning
  • Preparation of a concise series for the final group presentation
Day 4

Morning

  • Collective presentation of the work produced, encouraging thoughtful critique and shared reflection on each participant’s photographic approach
  • Discussion of strengths, areas for development and next steps beyond the workshop

Afternoon
Conclusion of the workshop.
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

French or English

Duration & location

San Servolo - 4 Days
Pascal Maitre
Pascal Maitre Sale price€1.490,00