Andrew French Workshops introduces photographers - both emerging and professional - to new ways of seeing that are uniquely their own while also providing technical and lighting guidance through hands-on demos in a daylight studio setting. Photographers come away from his workshops with new ideas, approaches and practices, as well as beautiful imagery to build a portfolio or new body of work.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

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(EXTRA)ORDINARY LOCATIONS: CARLTON ARMS HOTEL // April 12 // SOLD OUT

$750.00 $850.00

Exclusive access to shoot at the Carlton Arms Hotel in the heart of Manhattan.

Stories live inside the Carlton Arms Hotel . . . a farmer’s inn in the 1800s, a speakeasy during prohibition, a hangout for NYC’s underground in the 1950s and ‘60s, and now “Manhattan’s famous art hotel.” You can feel echoes of the past and inspiration is everywhere in the art-covered rooms and hallways. Against this backdrop, you will discover narratives, experiment with visual storytelling, and build a stunning portrait series through setting.

Dates:

Sunday, April 12 (SOLD OUT)

Hours: 10:00AM – 2:30PM

Cost:

$750

Behind the Lens in Umbria Photography Workshop // May 8–10

$3,200.00

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!

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FIGURE & PORTRAIT IN THE DAYLIGHT STUDIO // May 16 // SOLD OUT

$800.00 $900.00

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

"Andrew French is as generous a teacher as one could hope to find. He is full of enthusiasm, a total nerd about lighting and gear and has the best eclectic library of photography books that you’ve never seen. A weekend with him is an absolute delight!"

- Amy Arbus

“Andrew French is terrific at making people feel comfortable and excited about learning. He’s created a non-threatening atmosphere . . . that doesn’t always happen in learning situations and what he does is a gift! He’s excited about what he does, about getting others interested, equally excited, learning, pushing the envelope and stretching their comfort zone.”

- Kent Sargent

“I have taken workshops with Andrew many times. His studio has remarkable natural light, his models are professional and his guidance truly informed. His passion for working with natural light is infectious.”

- Robert S. Johnson

"Attending Andrew French's Figure & Portrait in the Daylight Studio workshop was a great experience I will treasure. Having not a lot of portrait experience, I was initially overwhelmed but soon got into the groove with help and guidance from Andy, his teaching assistants, models, and my fellow attendees. It really is true, if you want to improve, surround yourself with the best. The workshop was a great learning experience and a great atmosphere for improving my skills."

- Richard Holmes

"Andrew French is the world's best photo teacher, and these workshops in and around his daylight studio are life-changing. Highly, bigly, meteorically recommended!"