ONLINE EDUCATION
NEW CLASSES START IN OCTOBER!
If you wish to schedule an online presentation, conference, private critique session, portfolio review or business consultation, please contact Valérie
To be notified of new classes and workshops, please sign up here.
NEW SPRING-SUMMER SESSION!
Street Photography Online Mentoring Program
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY I - SOLD OUT!
Join a small group of photographers for a special online mentoring program with Valérie Jardin from March 2024 to August 2024.
This program is designed to keep you and your camera busy and challenged for several months. Learn and practice new techniques and meet new friends who are participating in the same program at the same time. Look at it as the ‘Amazing Race’ of photography ;)
6 Sessions - 5 Assignments - 5 Critique Sessions - $500 - First class starts on March 19
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY II - SOLD OUT!
Join a small group of photographers for a special online mentoring program with Valérie Jardin from October 2023 to February 2024.
This program is designed to keep you and your camera busy and challenged for several months. Learn and practice new techniques and meet new friends who are participating in the same program at the same time. Look at it as the ‘Amazing Race’ of photography ;) NOTE: Session II is not more advanced than session I, both sessions are designed for all levels but the assignments are different. If you took a class last year, you should register for Street Photography II this year.
6 sessions - 5 Assignments - 5 Critique Sessions - $500 - First class starts on Oct. 12
Contemplative Photography Online Mentoring Program
Join a small group of photographers for a special online mentoring program with Valérie Jardin.
Learn to see with your heart and connect with your surroundings on a more authentic level. After an initial master class on contemplative photography, photographers will be invited to practice their newly learned skills immediately and receive feedback during three scheduled critique sessions.
1 Masterclass - 3 Assignments - 3 Critique Sessions - $350 - First class starts Oct 16 SOLD OUT
PAST CLASSES
Social Documentary Photography: How to Make Impactful Photographs and Raise Awareness
During this class, Valérie will walk you through the process of making impactful photographs with examples from her documentary project #DoSomethingForNothing and the stories behind them. She will take you to New York City and Paris where she worked on the documentary project that changed her life.
When: Thursday, January 7, 2021
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series: NORMANDY Special
One of the best ways to learn!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through her home region of Normandy, France! Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: Thursday, December 10, 2020
Shop Local: The Making of a Series During a Pandemic
During this class Valérie will walk you through the creative process of her most recent series: The limitations, the challenges, the rewards, etc. She will also answer your questions along the way.
When: Thursday, October 8, 2020 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series: LISBON Special
One of the best ways to learn!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through Lisbon, Portugal! Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: Thursday June 4, 2020: If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series: NEW YORK CITY Special
One of the best ways to learn!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through NEW YORK CITY! Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: Thursday April 30, 2020: If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Artist & The Space: The Making of the Series
During this class....
Valérie will walk you through the creative process of her most recent series: The limitations, the challenges, the rewards, etc. She will also answer your questions along the way.
When: Friday April 24, 2020: If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 8
ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO LEARN!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of recent photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: Tuesday April 21, 2020
How To Get Over The Fear Of Photographing Strangers
Does street photography make you nervous? Learn how to get over the fear and fully enjoy the most exciting and challenging photographic genre today!
When: Thursday April 16, 2020
Motion in Street Photography
Learn how to capture motion on the streets. From panning to long exposures and everything in between, give your street photography a new dimension!
When: Monday April 13, 2020
ANONYMOUS: How To Shoot Street Photography Without Revealing The Identity of Your Subjects
During this class, you will learn how to practice street photography without getting close to your subjects or revealing their identity. This webinar is perfect for you whether you are an introvert, or if you live in a country where posting identifiable pictures of people on social media is frowned upon, or simply if getting close to people to photograph them feels too sneaky or obtrusive.
When: April 9, 2020 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
Travel Photography: See Beyond The Postcard
Travel Photography: See Beyond The Postcard And Make Your Own Iconic Photographs
The goal of this class is to help you put more intent in your travel photography and learn to think like the editor of a travel magazine. Make more meaningful and unique photographs that you can truly call your own.
When: April 6, 2020
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - PARIS SPECIAL
One of the best ways to learn!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through PARIS! Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: April 2, 2020
The Art of Seeing Photographically
The goal of this class is to help you put more intent in your photography and learn to see in a new way. It never hurts to go back to basics, no matter how long you’ve been a photographer or what the degree of expertise you think you have.
When: March 30, 2020
How to Capture Awesome Silhouettes
Learn how to see and harness light on the streets and capture awesome silhouettes. After a presentation with lots of technical and compositional tips to help you shoot the best silhouettes next time you hit the streets, Valerie will answer some of your questions during the Q&A.
When: March 23, 2020
Musicians at Play: The Making of a Series
During this class....
Valérie will walk you through the creative process of her most recent series: The limitations, the challenges, the rewards, etc. She will also answer your questions along the way.
When: February 18, 2020 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 7
ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO LEARN!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of recent photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: January 7, 2020 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 6
ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO LEARN!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of recent photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: September 30, 2019 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 5
ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO LEARN!
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of recent photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: June 3, 2019 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - A More Intimate Cuba
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of recent photographs from her trip to Havana. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: March 5th, 2019 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 4
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: November 16th, 2018 If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 3
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: September 5th, 2018. If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 2
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: June 1st, 2018. If you missed it, you can download it below. Please note that the chatroom is not visible in the download.
Street Photography... Color or B&W?
Let's look at the pros and cons of color and B&W in street photography. How do you decide? With several examples, Valerie will help you put more intent in your photography. Whether you shoot raw or not, this webinar is designed to help you make the decision before you press the shutter as part of the creative process.
When: August 1st, 2018. If you cannot attend the webinar LIVE, you can stream it on your own time later as long as you are registered!
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series - Photo Stories 1
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a photo walk through a series of photographs. Why did she choose B&W over color? What aperture and why? What was the intent behind the choice of focal point? And much more...
When: April 2nd, 2018
More Testimonials from attendees:
"Valerie, You can’t imagine what a huge boost to my isolated life your class is. It’s a great visit with learning from you and sharpening our eyes. It not only changes how we see things through the lens of the camera but also how we view the world all the time. Very fab! See you again soon. " Gail, March 2020
"Hi, Valerie. I was a viewer of this week's The Art of Seeing Photographically. This was my first exposure to one of your online presentations and I want to thank you for your dedication to providing a great deal of information in a very short time. So many online tutorials are 50% chatter and (at best) 50% useful information. You didn't waste a moment of our time and I appreciate it. I'm happy to discover you and your work and will continue to follow you with interest as this spring in isolation continues. Thanks, and I wish you continued good health." Eric, March 2020
"Awesome webinar Valerie! Just watched the recording as I didn‘t have time yesterday! Really enjoined it! It‘s so interesting and good and really helpful to hear your approach and thoughts on that topic. Looking forward to the next webinar!" Ivan, Frankfurt, Germany
"I completed the webinar and enjoyed it greatly. I have your two electronic books and the print book. This webinar, to me, complemented the print book. It was nice to hear a voiceover further explaining the initially daunting prospect of photographing strangers." Michael Sterling, USA
"Thanks Valerie, I’ve just watched my first Webinar, what a great experience. It was 4AM in Melbourne when you went to air, not the best time to take in new information. However 5pm later in the day with a glass of wine was perfect. I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to the next one." Valerie Jenkins, Australia
"Thank you Valerie, very informative, looking forward to the next webinar!" Debra Raymond (live in the chat room)
"Thank you Valerie. This was great!" Hanna Blomqvist (live in the chat room)
"Very enjoyable and informative, Valerie. Thank you for sharing!" Brad Kissell (live in the chat room)
"Thanks for all the info, great hour!" Teresa Barranco (live in the chat room)
"Thank you Valerie, very informative, looking forward to the next webinar." Debjyoti Chakraborty (live in the chat room)
"Thanks Valerie! This was most helpful." Liz Anderson (live in the chat room)
"Merci Valérie... Très instructif!" Christian Jardin (live in the chat room)
"This is really helpful. I appreciate that photographers like you take time to share their tips and techniques." Mike Branch (live in the chat room)
"It really was brilliant Valerie. By walking us through every step of favourite shots, from originating impulse to (5 second 😄) post-processing, camera settings magically come alive." Anita Chaudhurit
"Very informative, can't wait for the next" Andrew Cooper (live in the chat room)
"Good stuff! Very helpful." Scott Porter (live in the chat room)
"Thank you so much... Valerie." Abdul hameed Thahir (live in the chat room)
"Wonderful!!! Thank you for your great talent and insight!" Alice Kozar (live in the chat room)
"Super useful Valerie!" Nita Chaudhuri (live in the chat room)
"Very helpful.See you in Rome and at next webinar" Carol Kujala (live in the chat room)
"Fantastic webinar" Shirley Schweizer (live in the chat room)
"Great performance, thank you :-)" Jorn Holm-Pedersen (live in the chat room)
"I so enjoyed this, thank you." Margo Benson (live in the chat room)
"Excellent presentation, Valerie" Jeffrey Klausner (live in the chat room)
"This was Wonderful!! Thank you Valerie" Greg Smith (live in the chat room)
"I will absolutely watch the next one also. Thank you!" Hanna Blomqvist (live in the chat room)