Kitra
- Rate TSh 197,625
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- Digital Photography
Capturing Stories and Finding Your Voice: Photography Tutor by Acclaimed National Geographic Photojournalist and Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker
- Photography
- Digital Photography
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About Kitra
Kitra Cahana is an accomplished documentary photographer and filmmaker who is passionate about capturing social, anthropological, and spiritual themes. Born in the US, raised in Canada and Sweden, and with a background in philosophy and visual anthropology, Cahana brings a unique perspective to her work. Her diverse experiences have led her to document a broad range of subjects, including nomadic youth in the United States, migrant caravans on the U.S.-Mexico border, Inuit youth in the Canadian Arctic, Ukrainian Ultra-Orthodox Jewish pilgrimage sites, Venezuelan spiritual rituals, and many more.
Cahana has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including a DuPont Columbia award, a Peabody award, two World Press Photo awards, a Senior TED fellowship, and the ICP Infinity Award for young photographers. She is a contributing photographer to National Geographic Magazine and a TED speaker. Her work has appeared in many leading publications such as The New York Times, Washington Post and ProPublica. Cahana has had a decade-long collaboration with her father, a poet and rabbi, following a brainstem stroke that left him quadriplegic. Her latest film and collaboration with her father, Perfecting The Art Of Longing, is available for viewing on the New York Times Op-Docs site.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
- Hebrew
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Hebrew
Teaching Method and Techniques:
My tutoring approach blends hands-on experience with theoretical understanding, prioritizing active engagement and creativity. I guide students in mastering technical aspects while fostering their artistic expression, emphasizing observation and critical thinking.
Typical Lesson Plan:
Introduction and Inspiration: Lessons kick off with captivating photos and stories showcasing diverse photography genres to ignite curiosity.
Technical Fundamentals: Essential camera settings like aperture, shutter speed, and ISO are explained through relatable examples.
Hands-on Practice: Students actively apply knowledge through outdoor photo walks or staged setups, receiving guidance during experimentation.
Critique and Feedback: A supportive environment encourages image sharing, constructive critique, and self-assessment.
Theory and Artistry: Composition, lighting, and visual storytelling theory are taught via famous photos and personal work.
Project-based Learning: Students work on self-selected projects, from concept to presentation, refining their skills.
Unique Aspect: My background as a professional photojournalist and documentary filmmaker, with awards like Peabody and World Press, enriches lessons with real-world insights.
Lesson Recipients: These lessons suit elementary and high school students keen on photography, fostering creativity, technical skills, and deeper artistic comprehension. Both beginners and those with prior knowledge benefit from holistic photography education, setting them on a creative journey.
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- TSh 197,625
Pack prices
- 5h: TSh 988,126
- 10h: TSh 1,976,252
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