Discover the art of capturing silhouettes with these techniques.

Benefit from the expertise of our experienced street photographers who know the best spots and techniques for capturing moments on the street.
Discover the beauty of everyday life through our unique perspective, whether your style is documentary or fine art, we can provide help you capture moments that often go unnoticed.
We believe that street photography should be enjoyable. Together we share moments on the street and provide support after our workshops and photo walks.
Join us on our customized photo walks, where we explore vibrant neighborhoods such as Chinatown, Gastown and the Granville Entertainment District. Led by experienced photographers, these walks offer a unique opportunity to capture candid moments and street scenes while immersing yourself in the local culture. Our photo walks focus on advanced street photography skills such as night, abstract and film photography. Let us know what you're interested in learning and we'll customize the perfect photo walk for you!
Explore our Eventbrite page to uncover the monthly photo walks happening in diverse Vancouver neighborhoods.
New to street photography? Want to know some of the basics to get you started taking photos on the street? Our street photography workshop provides you will the knowledge and skills to get you started.
Duration: The workshop typically lasts 1.5 to 2 hours. Day and time to be arranged.
Instructor-led: There will be an experienced instructor to guide you through the process.
Structure: We start with a short introduction to street photography, covering essential concepts and techniques. Following this, we review camera settings tailored for capturing street photography images.
Photo walk: The highlight is a one-hour photowalk in downtown Vancouver, offering hands-on practice and the opportunity to apply what you've learned.
Wrap-up: The session concludes with a chat about your captured images, allowing for constructive feedback and discussion.
Feedback: We are more than happy to provide additional feedback via email after the workshop.
Duration: 2 hours
Location: Downtown Vancouver
Session 1, What We’ll Cover:Image Review:
Session 2: Building on Your Skills
Duration: 1 to 2 hours
Location: Downtown Vancouver or another agreed-upon locatio
What We’ll Cover:
Image Review:
Ongoing Practice Assignments
To enhance your journey in mastering street photography, we offer specially designed practice assignments that you can embark on independently. Recognizing that each photographer has unique aspirations and areas of interest, these assignments are crafted to align with your individual goals
You'll receive a selection of tasks that range from capturing specific themes to experimenting with lighting and composition techniques. Each assignment comes with a set of objectives and tips, providing a clear direction while leaving ample room for creative exploration. Completing these tasks will not only refine your skills but also build your confidence as a street photographer.
Choose the perfect experience for you
Introduction to street photography
Review of camera setting for street photography
1.5 hour photo walk
Feedback and critique of your images
Session 1 (2 hours)
Learn key photography techniques—enhancing photos with reflections, capturing silhouettes, layering, creating urban abstracts, experimenting with double exposures, and adding dynamic energy with motion blur.
Join us for a photo walk in downtown Vancouver, featuring live demonstrations, hands-on practice, and tailored coaching to refine your skills and style.
Receive immediate feedback on your session photos, plus post-session tips for shot editing and enhancement.
Enhancing skills, personalized challenge solutions, and practice locations.
Image Review: Detailed critiques, focusing on strengths, improvement areas, and forward strategies.
Final Q&A and Ongoing Support
Receive answers to all your questions, guidance on future projects, and ongoing email support for any follow-up inquiries.
Engage in specially designed exercises that will sharpen your abilities and enhance your proficiency.
Fantastic way to explore from a different perspective
A wonderful way to start my trip to Vancouver. Got a great feel for the city and was able to start different approaches in photography from tips along the way. A perfect start to discovering/rediscovering a city. Thank you! -- Nicole B. (Viator Review)
Street16 Photography is a group of street photographers passionate about capturing the essence of life through our lenses. We specialize in street photography workshops and photo walks, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to learn and explore the art of capturing candid moments in urban environments. With years of experience and a deep love for street photography, our team is dedicated to sharing our knowledge and skills with aspiring photographers, helping them develop their own unique style and perspective. Join us on a journey to discover the hidden beauty of the streets.
Discover the art of capturing silhouettes with these techniques.
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