The Art of Street Photography

Advanced Level


The Art of

Street Photography

San Francisco


(Smartphone Photographers Are Welcomed)


Imagine walking through San Francisco and seeing more than a busy street.

You aren't simply walking around hoping to find a lucky shot; instead you will be guided to develop a repeatable process for recognizing a promising scene, building the composition, and waiting for the right elements to come together.


Designed for photographers who want to create compelling images in unpredictable, real-world environments, this small-group class invites you to slow down and observe with intention. You are encouraged to explore and experiment, discovering how light, reflections, and one perfectly timed moment can transform an ordinary scene. Throughout the experience, you’ll receive warm and personalized guidance on composition, camera angles, timing, and visual storytelling.


By the end of the experience, you’ll see the streets differently. Places that once felt ordinary will become filled with light, stories, relationships, and photographic possibilities.


Class Date


November 7th 2026 Saturday 

12:00pm-4:00pm


You can also sign up for the same day, San Francisco Night Photgoraphy Workshop.


Locations: North Beach + Chinatown + Union Square


Attendees are required to bring their own camera and lenses (see FAQ of lens recommendations).


*Policy: This is a non refundable class. Attendees who miss the class will have an option to reschedule to the next one for no additional cost if we are notified at least 2 weeks in advance. Rescheduling can only be done once.


*Prefer an on-going program? We have the 6-12 months Street Photography Mentorship Program.




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Quick Facts

3 Locations

1) North Beach

2) Chinatown

3) Union Square

Workshop date

November 7th 2026

Workshop time

Afternoon


Workshop length

4 hours

Transportation:

Muni


Pricing

$285

What will you learn?

Capturing "decisive moments"

Conquering your fear in interacting with strangers

Creative photo composition  

discover ordinary things from a new perspective.

Use Contrasts

Light contrast;

color contrast


Use a different strategy on an overcast day

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FAQ

  • What is the prerequisite?

    The Beginner& Intermediate I & II Photography Workshops OR ability to use the manual mode of your camera: Attendees are required to adjust the exposure in the manual mode VERY proficiently.

  • What is the maximum number of attendees in this class?

    Maximum number of attendees: 5-8

  • What lenses are good for this class?

    We will recommend any lenses that have equivalent focal lengths ranging from 24mm-50mm.


    E.g


    50mm Prime

    35mm Prime

    15-35mm F2.8

    24-70 F2.8 or F4



  • Is food included?

    Food is not included. Please bring some snacks if necessary.

  • How is the content of this class different from the Leica Street Philosophy Class?

    While The Art of Street Photography focuses on developing the photographer’s technical and visual awareness—recognizing light and shadow, using compositional tools such as framing, leading lines, reflections, and slow shutter speed, observing subjects, and anticipating decisive moments, the Leica Street Philosophy goes deeper. 


    Instead of concentrating primarily on how to make a strong street photograph, this class explores why you are drawn to certain people, moments, and stories. Through meaningful conversations, human connection, and reflection, students learn to understand their work and the subjects beyond the surface while also discovering how the photographs they create can reveal something about their own inner world. It is a more humanistic, philosophical approach to street photography—one centered on intention, empathy, self-awareness, and meaning rather than technical execution alone. 


    The two classes complement each other, but neither is a prerequisite for the other; you may take them in any order.

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