August News Update – A chance to join a unique workshop with the best in their fields – two truly masters
Exploring together with the best has always been my greatest ambition. I can’t think about two more important photographers of our time than James Nachtwey and Steve McCurry. It, therefore, is a great and “Better Moment” to announce that you have the chance to join a unique workshop with the best in their fields – two truly masters.
There is a snake in paradise – only a few seats left!
Great hope to see you,
Christian Nørgaard
Better Moments founder & CEO
Photo by James Nachtwey
Reportage Photography with James Nachtwey
Acclaimed photojournalist James Nachtwey
Explore Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, in all its hectic, noisy, beautiful, historic, and exotic glory. With its noticeable gap between rich and poor, you either hate Bangkok or absolutely love it.
This Master Class Bangkok photography workshop with James Nachtwey, one of the greatest and most important reportage photographers of our time, is based on Bangkok’s diversity.
James Nachtwey will teach you the ins and outs of crafting a compelling story with your camera and share the knowledge and experience that he gained working in the world’s crisis area for decades. Read more
Date: TBA, 2023
More about James Nachtwey:
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James Nachtwey is an American photojournalist and war photographer. He has been awarded the Overseas Press Club’s Robert Capa Gold Medal, five times and two World Press Photo awards.
Nachtwey has devoted himself to documenting wars, conflicts, and critical social issues. He has worked on extensive photographic essays all around the world. Nachtwey has been a contract photographer with Time magazine since 1984. James was a member of Magnum from 1986 until 2001 and one of the founders of VII, and a member from 2001 until 2008. He has had solo exhibitions in New York, Paris, Rome, and around the world. |
The trailer of War Photographer (2001), a Documentary about James Nachtwey by Christian Frei.
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Work in small groups based on your personal photographic style and interests. Each group will get their own photo assignment to work on.
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Morning and evening workshops with James Nachtwey and our local guides.
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1-on-1 private portfolio review conducted by James Nachtwey. You will have the opportunity to talk privately and openly about your photographic ambitions.
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Explore Bangkok’s many faces while working on your assignment and meet the locals and learn about the Thai culture and traditions.
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Click and read the Bangkok Photography Workshop Catalogue with the complete itinerary, expert interview, quick tips and equipment list. |
Discover the bustling beauty of Bangkok with Steve McCurry
Award-winning photojournalist Steve McCurry
Steve has detailed knowledge in exploring every corner of Bangkok with access to the best places to capture. He will offer guidance, feedback, and photography techniques on location and in the classroom so that you get the best shots of Bangkok from his professional and artistic perspectives.
For the first time ever, Better Moments and Steve McCurry are offering every guest of our Thailand Workshop 2023 to have their portrait taken by Steve himself. The portrait will be sent to you after the workshop.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to travel to Bangkok with Steve McCurry to explore your passion for photography.
Thailand – Krung Thep with Steve McCurry
Date: 12-20 February, 2023
One seat left!
Share a video about a photography tutorial with 9 tips and tricks on photo composition featuring Steve McCurry’s incredible photographs, presented by COOPH.
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