Venice: Into the Geometry

Photographic Workshop and Walk: 15 March 2026

Join us for a personalised and exclusive photographic workshop and walk focusing on the 'street geometry of Venice.' This event will be led by Andy Parker and Luca Primavesi (www.primavesi.it). With over 15 years of experience shooting in and around Venice, we’re excited to show you the real Venice, away from the typical tourist hotspots.

Discover Hidden Corners

During this workshop, we will explore the hidden corners of Venice. You’ll develop skills in composition that tap into Gestalt Theory. We’ll go beyond just 'leading lines' and the 'rule of thirds.' Instead, we’ll dive into the nuances of capturing the essence of this beautiful city.

Skills and Techniques

This workshop is a follow-up to the success of the 'Venice Street Geometry' photography exhibition held at the Kunst Depot Venezia in 2025. We’ll guide you through essential skills and practices. You’ll learn how to read the light and shadow, utilize existing street architecture, and choose the correct vantage point. These techniques will help you capture shots that are unique and timeless.

All Are Welcome!

We welcome everyone! We speak English, Italian, and French, but we all communicate through photography. Just bring along your mobile phone, mirrorless, or DSLR camera. Above all, bring your passion for the medium!

Limited Spaces Available

Don’t miss out! Limited spaces are available for this workshop. For more information about prices, dates, and availability, please email info@monochromevenice.com.

Why Attend?

You might wonder why you should attend this workshop. Well, it’s a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced photographers. You’ll gain insights that can elevate your photography skills. Plus, you’ll get to experience Venice in a way that most tourists never do.

Connect with Fellow Enthusiasts

One of the best parts of workshops like this is the chance to connect with fellow photography enthusiasts. You’ll share experiences, tips, and maybe even a few laughs. It’s a great way to build a community around your passion for photography.

Capture the Essence of Venice

Venice is a city full of stories waiting to be told through your lens. Each corner, each shadow, and each light creates a unique scene. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a collection of stunning photographs that capture the essence of Venice.

The Beauty of Black and White

At Monochrome Venice, we believe in the beauty of black and white photography. It allows you to focus on composition, light, and texture without the distraction of color. This workshop will help you appreciate the subtle details that make Venice so special.

Final Thoughts

So, are you ready to embark on this photographic journey? Join us on 15 March 2026, and let’s explore the street geometry of Venice together. It’s going to be an unforgettable experience!

For examples of current work on Venice street geometry, check out the 'Street Geometry' portfolio here.

Il Bucato

Especially in monochrome, Venice appears timeless. And although it is an over-expressed clichè, it is still something that attracts me about the city. Places change, people come and go, the fabric of society ever evolves, yet, in hidden corners of Venice, time appears to stand still. This is particularly true around the neighbour of Castello, where the tradition of hanging the washing (il bucato) across the streets provides a draw for tourists and photographers. The shot below exemplifies this.

Il Bucato, Castello, 2025

Taken in 2025, it could equally pass for 1925. We have a man (I like to think a local, who has grown up on these streets) strolling the calli whilst the white washing hangs out above him. Both elements providing their own little narrative of life in these apartments and how, despite the advances of technology, the traditional ways are very often the best.

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AP

Fish Market

Today's tour takes us around the famous Pescheria (Fish Market) located at Rialto.  Set in a Neo-Gothic open-sided building that is adjacent to the Grand Canal, the Rialto Fish Market is undeniably a tourist hotspot, and photographed incessantly. Nevertheless it still makes an interesting subject, especially in monochrome, given the light, textures and characters one can find.  Photographically it also provides opportunities for creating sequences and stories and to adopt a documentary or reportage approach.

As the market it's inevitably busy and difficult to stay in one place for very long, it's usually best to work fast with the camera in autofocus and aperture priority mode. To isolate individual elements, many of these following shots were taken wide open with the Fujifilm XT2 mirrorless with a 60mm f2.8 portrait lens which allows shooting fast in low light conditions for candid portraiture.

Rialto Fish Market (March 2022). Fujifilm XT2 60mm f2.8

Rialto Fish Market (March 2022). Fujifilm XT2 60mm f2.8

Rialto Fish Market (March 2022). Fujifilm XT2 60mm f2.8

A previous visit used a wide angle lens (Fujifilm 18mm f2) to capture an environmental portrait, including the impressive foreground swordfish and as much of the market as possible.

Rialto Fish Market (March 2013). Fujifilm XT1 18mm f2

The Fujifilm XT2 mirrorless 60mm f2.8 portrait lens also offers a macro function, to hone in on some of the textures.

Rialto Fish Market (March 2022). Fujifilm XT2 60mm f2.8

And then, after its all packed away, the clean up begins which offers a visual contrast to the hustle and bustle of the previous few hours. AP.

After the Fish (March 2014). Canon Powershot G15.