Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Breaking into the creative industries is tougher than ever before. That’s why we’ve partnered with renowned photographic agency Magnum Photos to give 20 IdeasTap photographers an incredible training opportunity.
Aimed at photographers at the start of their careers, Magnum’s Professional Practice event is a two-day masterclass hosted at mac birmingham, organised as part of IdeasTap Inspires. The weekend will involve a number of high-profile photography experts who will discuss the practical business of photography and pass on their invaluable industry knowledge. Topics covered may include the commercial print sale market, advertising shoots, commissioning for NGOs, image licensing, publishing photographic books, the modern editorial market, funding, and organising exhibitions.
Day two will provide photographers with an opportunity to receive a candid and honest critique of their portfolios by Magnum’s industry specialists.
The weekend is a unique opportunity to begin establishing a network, including both their peers and useful industry contacts, and to identify realistic routes into employment.
The judges are looking for IdeasTap members with:
- A commitment to developing your photographic career
- A strong portfolio of work, to be reviewed by Magnum staff
Speakers include:
Harry Hardie – founder of Here Press and senior lecturer in Photography at Westminster University
Harry has been working in photography for over 10 years, starting as the assistant to the director of photography at The Times, then as the photo editor for The Times Luxx Magazine. After The Times, Harry worked as director of HOST Gallery, London before founding Here Press, a company that publishes books of photography that explore new forms of documentary practice. Harry is also director of cultural projects for Panos Pictures and has curated numerous exhibitions of contemporary photography.
Emma Bowkett – picture editor, Financial Times FT Weekend Magazine
Emma Bowkett is photo editor of the Financial Times FT Weekend Magazine. Prior to this she worked as first assistant to a commercial London photographer. Emma is also a visiting lecturer, and regularly participates at international portfolio reviews, awards, and festivals. Emma has an MA in Image and Communication from Goldsmiths University.
Fiona Rogers – cultural and education manager, Magnum Photos
Fiona studied at Surrey Institute of Art & Design, beginning her career in photography at a London gallery in 2004. She moved to Magnum Photos in 2005 and in 2006 originated Magnum’s educational activities, creating and international program of workshops and professional development events. Fiona also oversees Magnum’s global exhibitions, as well as the representation of its photographers in the commercial print sale market. Fiona is also the founder of Firecracker, an online platform showcasing female photographers.
Eleanor Farmer - commissioning editor, Oxfam
Eleanor Farmer is Commissioning Editor for Oxfam, devising and leading creative film and photography assignments to engage audiences with Oxfam's international emergency and development work. She holds an MA in Photojournalism from the University of Westminster.
More speakers to be confirmed.
The masterclass will take place at mac birmingham, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham, West Midlands B12 9QH, on the weekend of 30 and 31 August. Both days begin at 9.30am and end at 6pm. Participants will be required to attend both sessions.
Interested in applying for this brief? Then you might be interested in attending our Inspires: Portraiture Photography Spa too.
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This brief closes on Thursday 21 August 2014 at 5pm BST and is open to IdeasTap members aged 16 and over. Late entries will not be accepted under any circumstances, including technical issues – so make sure you don’t leave your application to the last minute.
