World Dance Photo Workshop #7: Flamenco

Join us for our seventh World Dance Photo Workshop. This exclusive series of workshops will give us the opportunity to explore vibrant dance traditions from around the world, all without leaving the SF Bay Area. Each workshop will feature a different style of traditional dance.

Our thrilling next workshop features Flamenco dance. Experience the raw, rhythmic soul of Andalusia through the breathtaking art of Flamenco, a dance born from the deep cultural fusion of southern Spain. This mesmerizing genre is a masterclass in drama, fueled by the explosive energy of zapateado footwork and the profound emotional intensity known as duende. Every movement is a visual spectacle, as dancers command the stage in iconic, ruffled trajes de flamenca that accentuate their power and grace. The artistry is further heightened by the fluid, sweeping motions of the Mantón de Manila (silk shawl), which transforms into a swirling extension of the dancer’s own passion. More than just a dance, Flamenco is a visceral, heart-pounding journey of sorrow and joy that promises to leave you spellbound.

For this very special and exclusive workshop, I am thrilled to present contemporary multidisciplinary Flamenco artist Angela Arteritano along with one of her spectacular colleagues (TBA). They will share their brilliant artistry through dazzling movement, unique costumes, and visual storytelling for us to capture the magical moments.

Photographers will shoot in a number of timed rounds, with one photographer shooting at a time. Wardrobe, movement styles, lighting, and/or sets will change between rounds.

We will be using Pocket Wizards to trigger the studio flashes, so bring one if you have one. We do have some to share if you don't already have a pocket wizard.

Bring your camera and a lens that covers a standard zoom range of about 24-70mm and/or a standard prime of about 35 mm or 50mm (full-frame equivalent). Your lens does not have to be fast, as we will be using studio strobe lighting.

Attendees will be provided a promotional usage release. Commercial releases will be available from the models for an additional fee.

You won’t want to miss this unique opportunity to photograph these two acclaimed artists as they present Flamenco movement in a variety of settings: solo and duo, in a range of stunning costumes, and in different dance styles, both traditional and contemporary. We will capture their vibrant artistry using a number of photographic techniques which may include high-key, low-key, colored gels, and long-exposure motion blur.

Looking forward to creating with you at the workshop.

Kyle