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Brutalist Photography Tour at the Barbican
Sunday Nov 23rd
11am-2pm
Hiii! I am a cinematographer (www.dianaolifirova.com) and I’m running an interactive photography workshop in collaboration with Brutalist London.
Coffee and a post-walk critique session included, over a brunch at Barbie Green
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Barbican Brutalist Photo Tour & Brunch
Barbican Centre , Urban Jungle Barbican Conservatory, Silk St London EC2Y 8DS, London , GBhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-barbican-estate-brutalist-photography-tour-brunch-in-london-tickets-1968062652372
A walking photography tour of the Barbican Estate followed by brunch - by Brutalist London & Cinematographer Diana Olifirova
WHAT DOES THE TOUR INCLUDE?
Led by our expert cinematographer Diana Olifirova , the tour takes you across the estate where you will get the chance to take lots of photos and have the opportunity to be guided by a professional.
- Your ticket will include a free hot drink of your choosing at the start.
- Make sure you bring your camera.
- Brunch debrief will include optional critique of your work from the walk.
- Your guides will also provide you with some facts about the estate as you go around.
MEETING SPOT
Giddy Up Coffee - Fortune Street Park, 18 Fortune St, London EC1Y 0SB
END
Barbie Green Cafe - 2 London Wall Pl, Barbican, London EC2Y 5AU
LENGTH
3 hours
PRICE
Non Member - £35 + booking fee (includes free hot drink)
GUIDE
Professional Cinematographer and Photographer
TUBE
Barbican (Circle and Hammersmith & City Lines)
IMPORTANT POINTS
- Guests with very young children or mobility impairments are welcome, but may be challenged by part of the itinerary (includes a lot of walking and possibly some stairs).
- Our Tours take place predominantly outside. Please be prepared for all weather conditions.
- If very heavy rain or snow is forcast or there is a service disruption on the underground we reserve the right to re-schedule the tour with 48 hours prior notice
- No alcohol on the tour
- Recomended age: 16+
ABOUT THE ESTATE
The Barbican Estate is a large, Brutalist residential and arts complex in the City of London, built on a World War II bomb site and completed in 1982, designed by architects Chamberlin, Powell & Bon. It is a "city within a city" with over 2,000 flats for about 4,000 residents, featuring elevated walkways, gardens, a lake, and iconic architecture.
The estate is home to the renowned Barbican Centre, a multi-arts venue, the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, the Barbican Library, and several other institutions1 attendee