From Hamburg to the salons of Rome: the first episode of *Shakermaker* blends Anders Petersen’s raw, humanistic photography with the energy of rock ’n’ roll, in a musical journey dedicated to those who live on the streets, in the night, and amid its contradictions.
A discussion focused on publishing and photojournalism, during which authors Valeria Tofanelli and Stefano Mirabella discussed the “DOM” publishing project. The cultural event took place at Daylight, a photography school in Rome, offering students and enthusiasts a direct opportunity to explore the language of photography and the process of creating a book.
A shot is never entirely our own; it is part of a collective visual memory. From Luigi Ghirri’s symmetry to the icy atmospheres of *Fargo*, inspired by Alec Soth, we explore how the great masters of photography dictate the visual rules of cinema. An analysis of visual education to learn how to look at the world—and not just frame it.
Discover “Mareterno” by Valeria Tofanelli and Lorenzo Catena at the Daylight School. Much more than just a photography school in Rome: a cultural hub in the Pigneto neighborhood.
In this episode of Notebook, we explore the stages involved in creating a long-term photography project on the Tangenziale Est. From finding contacts on social media to the importance of empathy and editing, discover the authorial approach to photojournalism taught at the Daylight School.
A technical analysis of Saul Leiter’s poetics: visual subtraction, the non-descriptive use of color, and the rejection of transparency in street photography. Discover how the photographer uses reflections, matte surfaces, and off-center compositions to transform the recording of reality into a suspension of perception. An educational feature by Daylight School, a photography school in Rome
Daylight School is an independent space in East Rome dedicated to contemporary photography. Discover our introductory course: learn the fundamentals and develop your own visual style from scratch with industry professionals.
A documentary photographer and co-founder of Daylight School, our photography school in Rome. Perry Hall teaches street photography in its rawest form: spontaneous shots, direct flash, and no filters. From the streets to international publications, discover his approach in our workshops in Pigneto.
Learning the language of visual art doesn’t stop in the classroom. Our photography happy hours take theory outdoors, combining the analysis of masterpieces with opportunities for informal discussion. An immersive experience blending networking and visual culture, designed to enrich the educational journey of students at our photography school in Rome.
Street photography isn't just about technique; it's a discipline of the gaze. Notes, reflections, and images from the latest workshop to understand how the Daylight School transforms the complexity of the capital into a true open-air classroom.