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AUTHORIAL REPORTAGE - Five Days of One-to-One Project Development in Oaxaca
Five Days of One-to-One Project-Based Tuition
Oaxaca, Mexico
This is not a photography workshop in the conventional sense.
It is not about genres, styles, or visual trends.
AUTHORIAL REPORTAGE is a five-day, one-to-one intensive experience focused on the development of a real photographic project, conceived, produced, and edited on the ground.
Reportage here is not defined by subject matter.
It is defined by intent, responsibility, and authorship.
The goal is not to collect images, but to build a body of work that can exist beyond the experience itself.
The core of the workshop
At the center of this experience is project-based work.
From the very first day, the focus is on:
identifying a story worth developing
defining a clear direction
committing to a project that can grow over time
During the five days, you will work on a single photographic project, from its initial idea to a coherent edited sequence.
This is about learning how to:
recognize what truly matters to you
stay with a story instead of moving on
make decisions and exclusions
take responsibility for your work
The outcome is not an exercise.
It is a project that remains relevant after the workshop ends.
Who this is for
This experience is designed for photographers who:
have been working for years
already know how to use their camera
feel the need to move from images to projects
want to clarify their authorial direction
are ready to question their habits and assumptions
This is not suitable for:
beginners
photographers looking for technical instruction
those seeking validation, shortcuts, or formulas
anyone expecting comfort or reassurance
One-to-one tuition means full exposure and full responsibility.
Structure of the experience
Day 1 – Grounding the work
The first day is dedicated to understanding where you stand.
In-depth review of your existing work
Identification of recurring themes and contradictions
Clarification of interests, limits, and blind spots
Definition of an initial project direction
The goal is not certainty, but focus.
Day 2 – Finding the story
Reading the social and human context of Oaxaca without relying on clichés
Understanding access, proximity, and ethical boundaries
Refining the project idea into something concrete
First focused field work
The emphasis is on intention, not results.
Day 3 – Developing the project
A full day dedicated to shooting.
Working consistently in one direction
Avoiding dispersion and visual accumulation
Learning when to stop, not just when to photograph
Continuous feedback during field work
The project begins to define itself through repetition and choice.
Day 4 – Editing and structure
This is where the work becomes clear.
Rigorous editing
Removing what is unnecessary, even if it works visually
Building a tight, coherent sequence
Understanding what the project is really about
Editing is treated as an authorial act, not a technical step.
Day 5 – Taking a position
The final day is about commitment.
Final project sequence
Discussion on how to continue and develop the work over time
Clarification of:
what you want to photograph
what you will stop photographing
what kind of photographer you are becoming
If needed, a short written statement is developed
clear, direct, and non-poetic
to articulate your position.
What you leave with
Not better photos.
But:
a solid, coherent photographic project
a clear authorial direction
a working method applicable to future projects
a deeper awareness of your own photographic voice
Most participants leave shooting less, editing harder, and thinking more carefully before raising the camera.
Practical information
Location: Oaxaca, Mexico
Duration: 5 consecutive days
Format: One-to-one tuition
Language: English or Italian
Participants: one only
Travel, accommodation, and personal expenses are not included.
This is a selective experience.
Applications are reviewed individually.
Price
USD 4,900
This fee includes:
five full days of one-to-one tuition
project development and in-field guidance
editing and sequencing sessions
pre-work review and post-experience direction
This experience is intentionally limited and non-replicable.
Five Days of One-to-One Project-Based Tuition
Oaxaca, Mexico
This is not a photography workshop in the conventional sense.
It is not about genres, styles, or visual trends.
AUTHORIAL REPORTAGE is a five-day, one-to-one intensive experience focused on the development of a real photographic project, conceived, produced, and edited on the ground.
Reportage here is not defined by subject matter.
It is defined by intent, responsibility, and authorship.
The goal is not to collect images, but to build a body of work that can exist beyond the experience itself.
The core of the workshop
At the center of this experience is project-based work.
From the very first day, the focus is on:
identifying a story worth developing
defining a clear direction
committing to a project that can grow over time
During the five days, you will work on a single photographic project, from its initial idea to a coherent edited sequence.
This is about learning how to:
recognize what truly matters to you
stay with a story instead of moving on
make decisions and exclusions
take responsibility for your work
The outcome is not an exercise.
It is a project that remains relevant after the workshop ends.
Who this is for
This experience is designed for photographers who:
have been working for years
already know how to use their camera
feel the need to move from images to projects
want to clarify their authorial direction
are ready to question their habits and assumptions
This is not suitable for:
beginners
photographers looking for technical instruction
those seeking validation, shortcuts, or formulas
anyone expecting comfort or reassurance
One-to-one tuition means full exposure and full responsibility.
Structure of the experience
Day 1 – Grounding the work
The first day is dedicated to understanding where you stand.
In-depth review of your existing work
Identification of recurring themes and contradictions
Clarification of interests, limits, and blind spots
Definition of an initial project direction
The goal is not certainty, but focus.
Day 2 – Finding the story
Reading the social and human context of Oaxaca without relying on clichés
Understanding access, proximity, and ethical boundaries
Refining the project idea into something concrete
First focused field work
The emphasis is on intention, not results.
Day 3 – Developing the project
A full day dedicated to shooting.
Working consistently in one direction
Avoiding dispersion and visual accumulation
Learning when to stop, not just when to photograph
Continuous feedback during field work
The project begins to define itself through repetition and choice.
Day 4 – Editing and structure
This is where the work becomes clear.
Rigorous editing
Removing what is unnecessary, even if it works visually
Building a tight, coherent sequence
Understanding what the project is really about
Editing is treated as an authorial act, not a technical step.
Day 5 – Taking a position
The final day is about commitment.
Final project sequence
Discussion on how to continue and develop the work over time
Clarification of:
what you want to photograph
what you will stop photographing
what kind of photographer you are becoming
If needed, a short written statement is developed
clear, direct, and non-poetic
to articulate your position.
What you leave with
Not better photos.
But:
a solid, coherent photographic project
a clear authorial direction
a working method applicable to future projects
a deeper awareness of your own photographic voice
Most participants leave shooting less, editing harder, and thinking more carefully before raising the camera.
Practical information
Location: Oaxaca, Mexico
Duration: 5 consecutive days
Format: One-to-one tuition
Language: English or Italian
Participants: one only
Travel, accommodation, and personal expenses are not included.
This is a selective experience.
Applications are reviewed individually.
Price
USD 4,900
This fee includes:
five full days of one-to-one tuition
project development and in-field guidance
editing and sequencing sessions
pre-work review and post-experience direction
This experience is intentionally limited and non-replicable.