JAPAN IS CALLING IN 2024!
GO BEYOND THE GEISHAS & CHERRY BLOSSOMS AND EXPLORE THE LESS TRODDEN LAYERS OF JAPANESE CULTURE
Despite being one of the greatest places on earth to photograph, Japan can be a hard place to penetrate. In just one week, Meg will introduce you to a world outside the usual routes, and help you discover the country at its essence, beyond street snaps and standard travel pics, to create memorable work that’s uniquely yours.
Meg has traveled extensively in Japan and is the woman behind “Tokyo is Yours,” a photographic examination of the Japanese capital after the 2011 Great Tohoku Earthquake.
“My favourite part of the workshops is watching people grow, as they find and develop their own voice. Great images don’t just make me look again, they demand that I challenge, question, and engage. They tell me their story.” Meg Hewitt
19-25 March, 2024
Spring in Tokyo!
Enjoy five days and six nights getting the lowdown on Tokyo under the auspicious eye of photographer Meg Hewitt. Some highlights include Harajuku, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Kabukicho, Golden Gai, Ueno and Shimokitazawa
Explore hidden laneways and enjoy the time-honored tradition of hanami under the spring foliage. Embrace subcultures and the after-hours vibes of Shinjuku. Meet members of the Japanese photography community in a photography-themed bar. DIne in a photography book cafe. Just a few of the experiences that await as Meg introduces you to the Tokyo she knows & loves.
Over the five days, you will make a sequence of images to express your time in the city. You will focus on shooting, editing and sequencing to crystallize your own style. There will be group and individual critiques and assistance with your equipment if needed.
The accommodation inclusive fee includes six nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 2 group dinners and lunches including Hanami, an izakaya and the best ramen you have ever tasted!
Price does not include travel Insurance, travel to the workshop, entry to bars or booze.
Check-in starts at 3 pm on the 19th of March, with a meetup at 4.30 pm followed by dinner, so please arrive in time!
Accommodation will be in private individual hotel rooms at APA Hotel in Shinjuku which is within walking distance of many fantastic photographic locations.
It is recommended to book the accommodation-inclusive option to minimize daily travel time and get the most out of the experience. There will be a maximum of five participants in total.
The price is in Australian dollars. With accommodation, it is around 1950 Euro or 2150 USD
SOME REVIEWS FROM PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS
Beyond style, beyond technique, beyond craft: Meg Hewitt’s workshop – in fact, her work – is about VOICE.
If you’re seeking your own visual voice, join one of her workshops…as I did!!!
I had an awesome time in Tokyo and really enjoyed the workshop. Great to be pushed to do things a bit out of the comfort zone (ie approaching people directly) and take on new challenges in a new location. Really got a lot of inspiration and encouragement from you, Marco and all the participants - which was very motivating. It’s great to learn from people whose work I admire, as I find this always helps me get closer to where I want to be with my work. So thanks for everything!! I have a lot to take away and think about and work on.
Seriously one of the best trips of my life, I made so much good work. There are so many great places to hang out in Tokyo.
Cancellation Policy: If we cancel the workshop for any reason the whole amount is refundable, if you wish to cancel your place the deposit is refundable minus a $150 admin fee up to one month before the workshop after one month money paid to reserve your spot is not refundable.