Creating a Street Portrait by Arteh Odjidja

Join us for a street portraiture photo walk with award-winning photographer Arteh Odjidja.

To capture truly striking and empowering portraits, it is essential to build a relationship with the person you are photographing. Whether in the studio on shooting on location, portraiture is a collaborative process that requires patience and connection with your subject.

Arteh will discuss how to think about street portraiture, facing anxieties that may be limiting you, and how you can develop your unique style of portrait photography.

The workshop will cover:

• Planning and location selection
• Observation and patience
• Equipment and technical tips
• Photographic styles and techniques
• Tips and tricks for better street portraits

About Arteh Odjidja:

Arteh Odjidja is an award-winning photographer and educator specialising in portraiture and fine art photography. Born in London, he draws inspiration from his West African heritage and completed his degree in graphic design at the University of the Arts in London.

Arteh's projects aim to highlight the stories of those often overlooked in society and challenge our sense of privilege and equality. His work has been exhibited extensively in the UK and the US, including prestigious venues such as the Tate Modern and The British Museum. In 2022, he self-published his photobook Fear & Dreams: Migrant and Refugee Stories.