Description
DAY ITINERARY
1) Discussion over Coffee: In which the workshop starts at a coffee shop, as we talk and discuss about photography.
2) Photowalk: This is the exciting part, we will go on a walk around local areas/markets, to practice and hunt for pictures!
Duration: 3 Hours
Meeting Spot: To be decided
THE INSTRUCTOR
Thomas Bertson is a Hong Kong based photographer and educator. He began his work as a commercial photographer in 2008 on shooting an extensive range of subjects including still life and portraits. Subsequently he focused on documentary projects when he covered the Arab Spring (2011), wherein hundreds of images were published, and Prison Escape (2012). On June 2017 Thomas started instructing workshops and leading practical field walks around the city. In which eventually his teaching experience has developed and expanded on both subjective and regional aspects. Also Bertson has been a regular VOGUE contributor since 2013. In 2020 he published his first book “Hong Kong”.
FAQ
– Is this workshop suitable for beginners?
The short answer is: Yes! When it comes to art I prefer not to classify photographers according to their level or years of experience. If you are keen to learn, this workshop could be a good opportunity for you to learn something new, as I believe the best investment is in knowledge.
– What kind of gear shall I bring?
A camera with manual settings is suggested. Bring the lightest combination possible. 1 camera and 1 lens is enough.
– What should I wear?
We do a lot of walking during the workshop, so a comfortable pair of shoes is recommended.
– What is the maximum number of students allowed?
Each group cannot exceed six students.
– What is the difference between public and private sessions?
If you booked a private session, the workshop will be held privately for you or your group. While with public session the booked date will still be available, and more students may join in!
– I am a full-time student, can I get a discount?
Full-time students can get a 15% discount coupon. Send us a message via the contact page using your ‘.edu’ email address.
Sherpa –
Tripadvisor Review
“It was a great workshop. I needed this confidence when in public with a camera. I will definitely book it once again next year with friends.”
Ken –
Tripadvisor Review
We were touring around Asia and stopped in Hong Kong for only 3 days before we caught our flight to Japan. This workshop was recommended to us by TripAdvisor and the reviews were encouraging. My creditcard wasn`t accepted on Viator so we booked directly via Thomas website and it worked smoothly. Thomas led us through a fascinating photo tour in the local streets in Hong Kong. We would never think of visiting these places on our own. We learned new things about photography too. By all means this was such a great opportunity for us.
Vanessa –
Direct Review
I attended this workshop last month. The information provided was helpful, and Thomas was a great teacher. The photowalk afterwards was just as good, as we were able to put the newly learned skills to use and capture great photos of the city. I would highly recommend attending one of Thomas’ photowalks to anyone interested in improving their photography skills.
Anonymous –
Tripadvisor Review
We spent a week in Hong Kong for our annual holiday and booked this workshop with Thomas. We challenged ourselves and had a great time. Definitely learned a lot. Highly recommended.
Oyvind H –
Viator Review
Thomas was great, very knowledgeable and a source of inspiration. I recommend this tour for seasonal photographers as well as newbies. On request, he will also take you to some used camera shops in HK that are off the beaten path for most tourists. 📷