2026 PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS
PARIS, FRANCE
Valérie invites you to join her in Paris—her favorite visual playground. With its timeless charm, poetic light, and ever-changing street scenes, Paris remains her greatest source of inspiration.
Together, we will capture the poetry of everyday life in the pure tradition of street photography. Whether you're just beginning your photographic journey or have years of experience, thie workshop is for you!
JANUARY 24-25, 2026: 2-Day Street Photography Details & Registration Early bird special!
OCTOBER 23-27, 2026: 5-Day Visual Storytelling Details & Registration
OAXACA, MEXICO
Photographing Oaxaca is a captivating journey through the heart and soul of Mexico's rich cultural heritage. This workshop is about the art of visual storytelling. During this workshop, Valérie will be accompanied by professional local guide Luis to give you the best possible cultural experience while Valérie focuses on your photographic needs.
FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 3, 2026: 5-Day Visual Storytelling Details & Registration (4 SPOTS)
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Valerie is thrilled to announce a NEW street photography workshop in Prague!
Join us for an unforgettable experience as we explore the vibrant streets and hidden corners of Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic. Under Valerie's guidance, you’ll refine your street photography skills—capturing compelling moments, working with light and shadow, and learning how to create powerful visual narratives. Accompanying us is Dana, our local expert, who will lead us through both iconic landmarks and lesser-known neighborhoods.
APRIL 24-26, 2026: 3-Day Street Photography Details & Registration (3 SPOTS LEFT)
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK
Valerie is excited to return to the beautiful city of Copenhagen for a brand-new street photography workshop!
Copenhagen offers a visually exciting backdrop for photographers of all levels. From striking modern architecture to charming historic buildings, and from bustling waterfronts to quiet, cobblestone alleys, the city presents endless opportunities to improve your street photography skills. During this immersive workshop, Valerie will guide you through a variety of urban environments, helping you develop your eye for storytelling, composition, and the decisive moment.
JUNE 26-28, 2026: 3-Day Street Photography Details & Registration
BERLIN, GERMANY
It’s been a few years since Valerie last led a workshop in Berlin, and she’s excited to be back to explore its ever-evolving urban landscape with a new group of passionate photographers. This city offers a compelling blend of past and present—where every street corner offers a new visual narrative waiting to be captured. Join a small, supportive group of like-minded individuals as you roam Berlin’s blend of past and present through diverse neighborhoods and practice your street photography skills.
SEPTEMBER 11-13, 2026: 3-Day Street Photography Details & Registration
2025 PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS
WAITING LISTS ONLY
PARIS, FRANCE
Practice street photography in the city where it all began!
Join Valérie for an immersive program which will ignite your passion for street photography. With her guidance, you will learn the intricacies of capturing the essence of everyday life, honing your skills in composition, storytelling, and the art of capturing candid moments.
JANUARY 25-26, 2025 - 2-day Street Photography (SOLD OUT)
JULY 3-5, 2025 - 3 Day Street Photography Details & Registration (SOLD OUT) WAITING LIST
NORMANDY, FRANCE
A week in Normandy…
Spend a week in Valerie’s native Normandy, immersing yourself in the art of visual storytelling with a small group of like-minded new friends from around the world. This is a full inclusive workshop with private pick up and drop off in Paris and luxury accommodations. Limited spots open for accompanying non-photographers.
SEPTEMBER 7-13, 2025 - Details & Registration (SOLD OUT) WAITING LIST
USA
MINNEAPOLIS
JUNE 20-21, 2025 - 2-Day Street Photography Details & Registration (SOLD OUT) WAITING LIST
SEATTLE
MAY 30-31, 2025 - 2 Day Street Photography Details & Registration (SOLD OUT) WAITING LIST
MEXICO CITY
FEBRUARY 23-27, 2025 - 5-day Street Photography - (SOLD OUT)
The workshop will be based in the traditional neighborhood of Coyoacán, known for its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, artisan markets and sidewalk cafés. Coyoacán is also the place where Frida Kahlo spent most of her life. For this workshop Valérie will be accompanied by local expert Luis who will take us to a variety of locations where you will be able to practice many street photography techniques while enjoying all the cultural aspects of life in Mexico city.
SEVILLE, SPAIN
MARCH 31 - APRIL 4, 2025 - 5-Day Visual Storytelling (SOLD OUT)
The diverse architecture and rich cultural heritage of Seville, Spain will provide the perfect backdrop for capturing moments of daily life. This visual storytelling workshop will not only help you develop your street photography skills, but it will also enhance your ability to tell evocative visual narratives by incorporating contemplative photography techniques. Among other unique experiences, you’ll have the rare opportunity to photograph a flamenco dancer in a private setting, as well as an authentic Andalusian guitar maker at work.
This workshop also includes a day trip to Cádiz, a historic and picturesque coastal city located on a narrow peninsula, almost entirely surrounded by water.
LONDON, UK
OCTOBER 23-25, 2025 - 3-Day Street Photography - Details & Registration (SOLD OUT) WAITING LIST
Join Valérie for 3 days of street photography in London where the variety of characters and backdrops is unlike any other city in the world.
“Valerie Jardin’s workshops open the photographers eyes to the art seeing the unseen, playing with light, and finding creative ways to express movement. She gives us the tools to take our photos to a new level in ways we could not have imagined. The more we work with her, the world of street photography expands and delights.” Gail Eisen, New York (Paris workshop)
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