Masterclass: "Ethical Dilemmas" To Shoot or Not to Shoot

Al Diaz is an accomplished photojournalist known for his powerful storytelling through imagery. He is the recipient of the 2015 Humanitarian Award from the National Press Photographers Association and the Associated Press Media Editors Showcase Photo of the Year. Diaz is a contributing member of the Miami Herald news team that won the 2022 Pulitzer Prize in Breaking News for coverage of the sudden collapse of Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida.

Participants will learn how to capture decisive moments with empathy and respect, using expressions, gestures, and the interplay of light and composition to convey honest, personal experiences. This class offers insights into creating photographs that are not only impactful and compassionate but also give voice to the subjects behind the lens.

This workshop is part of AVC Photo & Film Expo 2026