Foundations of Photojournalism: A Six-Session Course

Capture decisive moments and strengthen your photojournalism with Michael Kamber in six sessions. Strengthen your ability to anticipate, recognize, and capture compelling moments in a six-session photojournalism workshop with Michael Kamber at the Bronx Documentary Center. Prior photography experience and portfolio approval are required before registration. What makes a photograph capture the power of a moment? Join Michael Kamber to explore how timing, composition, observation, and instinct shape strong photojournalism. Learn to respond to unfolding situations while considering the responsibilities of documenting real people and communities. This is not an introductory photography course. Participants should have prior photography experience and be comfortable operating their cameras. What You’ll Learn • Develop a story: Identify a compelling subject, research its context, and establish a clear focus for a photographic project. • Photograph with purpose: Create images that communicate information, convey emotion, and contribute to a larger narrative. • Build relationships: Approach subjects thoughtfully and develop trust with the people and communities you photograph. • Consider ethics: Explore consent, representation, accuracy, and your responsibilities as a visual storyteller. • Edit and sequence: Select and arrange photographs to create a cohesive story. • Refine your work: Use critique and feedback to strengthen your photographs and storytelling decisions. Instructor: Michael Kamber Workshop Details Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 PM • November 5 and 12, 2026 • December 3 and 10, 2026 • January 7 and 14, 2027 The workshop consists of six sessions. About the Instructor Michael Kamber has worked as a photojournalist and editor for more than 30 years, contributing to The New York Times and other leading international publications. He has been shooting, developing, and printing black-and-white film since the 1970s. He is the Founder and Creative Director of the Bronx Documentary Center.