ONLINE EDUCATION
All classes are in English.
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.
ONE SESSION LECTURES/WEBINARS
Mastering the Art of the Silhouette
This presentation explores the power of shadow and light in street photography, emphasizing how to use contrast and framing to create compelling, mysterious images. The presentation delves into techniques for capturing dynamic silhouettes, leveraging light, and enhancing storytelling through shape and form.
FEBRUARY 18, 2025 at 12:00pm US CT, 6 pm GMT+1 ~ $25
Can’t watch it live? A link to view it online will be sent to you after the class.
The Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series: PARIS Special
Get an intimate insight into Valerie's thought and creative process from visualization to capture as she takes you on a NEW photo walk on the streets of Paris. During this educational presentation, you will learn about the purpose driving every shot, and much more.
DECEMBER 18, 2024 at 12:00pm US CT, 6 pm GMT+1 ~ $25
Can’t watch it live? A link to view it online will be sent to you after the class.
A New Creative Vision Behind the Lens Series
Join Valérie on an exhilarating virtual photo walk and dive into her artistic mind. Experience the magic from visualization to capture as she reveals the secrets behind her latest photographs. Discover why she chooses black and white over color, or vice versa. Hear about her creative decisions behind aperture choices and the reasons for her focal points. Uncover the passion and purpose driving every shot, and much more.
OCTOBER 18, 2024
ONE CENTURY: The Making of a Series
ONE CENTURY: Portraits of centenarians and the activities that bring them joy is more than a photographic collection; it’s a celebration of life, resilience, and the simple joys that make every moment meaningful. Through her lens, Valérie Jardin invites viewers to reflect on the beauty of aging and the wisdom it brings.
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.
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
MULTI-SESSION CLASSES
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 Oct 8, 2024 to March 11, 2025.
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 Review Sessions - $500 - First class starts on Oct 8.
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY II - SOLD OUT
Join a small group of photographers for a special online mentoring program with Valérie Jardin from October 10, 2024 to March 13, 2025.
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 Review Sessions - $500 - First class starts on Oct. 10
Contemplative Photography Online Mentoring Program
CONTEMPLATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY - SOLD OUT
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 Review Sessions - $350 - First class starts Oct 15
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)