Experience the beauty of Umbria through your camera at Behind the Lens in Umbria, a three-day immersive photography workshop led by acclaimed photographers Andrew French and Friderika Wollweber. From May 8–10, 2026, a small group of photographers will explore ancient hilltop towns, sunlit vineyards, and intimate portraits, guided by hands-on sessions that blend technical instruction with creative freedom.

This Italy photo workshop is perfect for both emerging and professional photographers who want to expand their creative vision, capture stunning images, and experience Italian culture in a way few travelers ever do. Casale San Cristoforo, a beautifully restored property in the Umbrian countryside, serves as our home base, where mornings begin, evenings end, and group gatherings take place. You’ll learn advanced portrait and landscape techniques, work with natural light, and leave with a body of work that reflects your personal vision.

Workshop Details

• Dates: May 8–10, 2026

• Location: Umbria, Italy

• Cost: $3,200 per participant

• Group Size: Limited spots for personalized guidance

What You’ll Experience

• Hands-on shooting sessions in Perugia, Solomeo, Montefalco, Montone, and a secret Umbrian location

• Guidance on portrait, landscape, and natural-light photography from Andrew French

• Immersive cultural experiences, including local meals, wine tastings, and authentic Italian hospitality

For more details on the full workshop experience and the detailed schedule, visit our dedicated pages.

Join us for this unique opportunity to discover Italy, refine your craft, and capture unforgettable images in one of the most beautiful regions of the world. Reserve your spot today — spaces are limited!

Create timeless imagery in a daylight studio!

Portraits and nudes, as in painting, were natural subjects in the formal beginnings of photography, and many of the most enduring images were shot in daylight studios. This one-day workshop, held in a turn-of-the-century daylight studio, continues a classic approach to studio light. You will learn to see and shape daylight, work with models to discover compelling poses and experiment with creative and technical approaches to create a series. Craft and technique are addressed in the morning, and we shoot in the morning and afternoon.

Dates:

Saturday, May 16 SOLD OUT

Hours:

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Cost:

$800

(Extra)Ordinary Teen Photography Camp is a series of summer photography workshops in New York City for teenagers, ages 14-18 years old, led by professional photographer and instructor Andrew French.

All levels of students from beginner to advanced will receive personalized instruction to inspire and guide their image making, visual storytelling, and technical skills in a fun, immersive small group setting. Each day will begin at Andrew French’s daylight studio in Union Square and include field trips and photography shoots at inspiring locations and studios in and around New York City. This collaborative workshop will inspire teens to explore their creativity during the summer and learn the art and craft of photography. Our week will culminate in an exhibition and celebration of selected photographs for family and friends, showcasing each student’s best work.

See student work in featured images. Many students who’ve attended this camp have won awards and been accepted to top-tier colleges and universities.

Your Summer Experience

• Receive personalized instruction from professional photographers and guest artists.

• Visit and photograph in extraordinary locations in NYC.

• Learn and improve your technical skills to capture compelling images. We’ll cover lighting techniques, camera formats, historical processes, portraiture, still lives and more!

• Develop your personal vision and build a portfolio of work.

Dates:

• July 13-17 📸

• Aug 3-7 📸

Hours:

M-F 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM including lunch break

Watch (Extra)Ordinary Teen Photography Camp // Summer Highlights and Student Exhibition Videos.

Cost:

$1100/week

Use code SUMMER26 for 10% off your registration!

For more information, contact: WORKSHOPS@ANDREWFRENCH.COM

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