Déréal Digital Magazine and Carla Gasparrini are organizing an online Photobook Workshop, blending theoretical insights with practical sessions. Led by Carla Gasparrini, the workshop will guide participants through the process of creating photobooks, from initial concept development to final execution.
Below is an outline of the proposed workshop framework, designed with flexibility to adapt to participants’ needs and suggestions.
Workshop Structure
- Introduction & Theory: The workshop begins with a 2 hour theoretical session open to all (no limit on number of participants). This session introduces photobook history, creation and the emergence of the artist's book or book-works.
- Practical Workshops: Conducted online, the practical sessions focus on the hands-on aspects of photobook creation. These sessions are scheduled across 2 weekends (4 days in total -Saturdays and Sundays-), with a total duration of approximately 24 - 28 hours. Participation is based on selection through an open call (maximum number of participants - 12)
Detailed infromation about the workshop: HERE
Theoretical session: 30th of May
Practical sessions: 31st of May, 1st of June - 7th and 8th of June (6-7 hours per day)
Time: 10:00 am - 18:00 pm CET
Location: online (zoom)
Attendance: through submissions
Fee: 120 euros (includes theoretical session & practical workshops)
Application Deadline: 11th of May
Eligibility: Open to everyone through an open call. (8–12 participants)
Selection Criteria: Based on portfolio submission (with at least 45 images of finished photographic series).
Terms & Conditions for Participation
This online photobook workshop is open to photographers of all backgrounds, regardless of experience level, age, or nationality . However, all sessions will be conducted in English and follow Central European Time (CET), so participants must ensure they can fully attend. To apply, photographers must submit a coherent, completed body of work with at least 45 images.
The application deadline is May 4, 2025. A maximum of 12 participants will be selected and notified via email by May 11, 2025. Selected participants will have two days to confirm their attendance and must complete the payment by May 25, 2025 to secure their spot.
Cancellation Policy
Participant cancellations: Payments are non-refundable once confirmed. However, if a participant can no longer attend, their spot may be offered to someone on the waiting list.
Organizer cancellations: If the entire workshop is canceled by the organizer, a full refund will be issued.
Session cancellations: If individual sessions are canceled by the organizer, alternative dates will be proposed to ensure the full completion of the workshop.
Full engagement in all workshop sessions is expected. By applying, participants agree to commit to the workshop schedule, actively contribute to discussions and exercises, and fully participate in the learning process.
