Documentary Photography Workshop

In this documentary photography workshop in Ollantaytambo, you'll learn about this art form while exploring the last living Inca town.

Workshop Details

We'll meet at Ollantaytambo's Armas Square, in front of the Town Council. After a brief introduction, we'll begin our urban exploration.

The first part will involve a photographic tour of the cobbled streets and landscapes in Ollantaytambo, focusing on Inca architecture in everyday life. You'll learn to manually operate your devices and apply the 3 basic rules of documentary photography.

Next, at the Mamá Eusebia Chicha Bar, we will show you the preparation of ancestral chicha, a drink sacred to the Inca people, and discuss local Andean culture's history and traditions. We'll also focus on lighting and photographing interiors.

We will continue through the streets of Ollantaytambo to enhance your photography skills, exploring different perspectives and movements. Each corner will offer new opportunities to capture the essence of Andean culture.

At the end of this 2-hour workshop, you will have learned to use the manual tools of your mobile device or professional camera. You will gain an understanding of composition and documentary photographic design, basic photography rules, and the use of light, shadow, and perspective.