Ed Kashi

The digital age has opened new possibilities for visual storytellers of all kinds—from documentary photographers and photojournalists to conceptual artists—offering greater authorship, control, and reach. This workshop guides participants through the process of developing and sustaining a long-term personal project, with a focus on narrative development, creative vision, and strategies for sharing work with the world. Participants will learn how to: Identify and pursue a subject driven by personal passion. Build a compelling visual narrative with a distinct style. Sustain long-term projects with intention and discipline. Navigate the industry, make professional connections, and find opportunities for dissemination. The workshop embraces a wide range of visual languages and technologies, from still photography and digital video to transmedia and social media storytelling. Through hands-on guidance, participants will explore how to harness these tools to become more effective, impactful storytellers. The program is led by Ed Kashi, with over 45 years of freelance experience, and James Estrin, senior staff photographer at The New York Times and co-founder of the NYT Lens blog. Together, they bring a wealth of knowledge, insight, and mentorship to help participants push their work to new levels. Program Dates: May 1, 2026 – April 15, 2028 In-Person Sessions at Anderson Ranch: Aug 24 - Aug 28, 2026 Aug 23 - Aug 27, 2027 This two-year immersive program is designed for dedicated artists seeking individualized mentorship, critical feedback, and a supportive cohort experience. Participants engage in two week-long, in-person residencies at Anderson Ranch (one each year), complemented by ongoing virtual engagement throughout the program. Each year includes personalized one-on-one mentorship sessions via Zoom and a virtual group critique held in December. The program concludes with a final Zoom meeting in April 2028. Tuition is listed per year. Lodging and meals are additional. To Apply: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with a deadline of February 28, 2026. To apply, please complete the 2026 Advanced Mentored Studies Online Application. A non-refundable deposit of $650 per workshop is required to reserve a space for an adult. Questions? For more information about the next session of the Advanced Mentored Studies Program, please contact: Andrea Jenkins Wallace. Vice President of Artistic Affairs and Artistic Director of Photography and New Media [email protected]

The digital age has opened new possibilities for visual storytellers of all kinds—from documentary photographers and photojournalists to conceptual artists—offering greater authorship, control, and reach. This workshop guides participants through the process of developing and sustaining a long-term personal project, with a focus on narrative development, creative vision, and strategies for sharing work with the world. Participants will learn how to: Identify and pursue a subject driven by personal passion. Build a compelling visual narrative with a distinct style. Sustain long-term projects with intention and discipline. Navigate the industry, make professional connections, and find opportunities for dissemination. The workshop embraces a wide range of visual languages and technologies, from still photography and digital video to transmedia and social media storytelling. Through hands-on guidance, participants will explore how to harness these tools to become more effective, impactful storytellers. The program is led by Ed Kashi, with over 45 years of freelance experience, and James Estrin, senior staff photographer at The New York Times and co-founder of the NYT Lens blog. Together, they bring a wealth of knowledge, insight, and mentorship to help participants push their work to new levels. Program Dates: May 1, 2026 – April 15, 2028 In-Person Sessions at Anderson Ranch: Aug 17 - Aug 21, 2026 Aug 16 - Aug 20, 2027 This two-year immersive program is designed for dedicated artists seeking individualized mentorship, critical feedback, and a supportive cohort experience. Participants engage in a week-long, in-person residency at Anderson Ranch (one each year), complemented by ongoing virtual engagement throughout the program. Each year includes personalized one-on-one mentorship sessions via Zoom and a virtual group critique held in December. The program concludes with a final Zoom meeting in April 2028. Tuition is listed per year. Lodging and meals are additional. To Apply: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with a deadline of February 28, 2026. To apply, please complete the 2026 Advanced Mentored Studies Online Application. A non-refundable deposit of $650 per workshop is required to reserve a space for an adult. Questions? For more information about the next session of the Advanced Mentored Studies Program, please contact: Andrea Jenkins Wallace, Vice President of Artistic Affairs and Artistic Director of Photography and New Media, [email protected].

This four-session virtual workshop focuses on the use of a mobile phone in taking photos, video, notes, sketches, and audio recordings to produce documentary work or just capture the memories of your daily life. This course is taught in a seminar format, with students engaging in discussion about the practical use and possibilities of the mobile phone to create personal memories, citizen journalism, photojournalism, and daily visual journaling. In addition, the workshop delves into the creative side of smartphone photography. Learn about vision, creative apps, and storytelling during talks and edit-and-critique sessions. Also included is sharing of work by Faculty, showing his wide range of work done with a smartphone since he did the New Yorker’s first “takeover” in 2012, along with reviewing the work in a group setting of each participant’s work.

The digital age has given documentary photographers and photojournalists new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control. This workshop focuses on how to create a personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a unique visual style, then disseminate the work. Participants engage new technologies to become more effective storytellers, which include social media, transmedia, virtual reality, and digital video. 2025 is the third year of this three-year intensive program. There are openings if you would like to join for one year. For more information about our next session of this Advanced Mentored Studies program, please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace, Vice President of Artistic Affairs and Artistic Director of Photography and New Media, at [email protected] with questions.  TO APPLY: Applications for enrollment are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, please fill out the 2025 Advanced Mentored Studies Online Application Form.

The digital age has given documentary photographers and photojournalists new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control. This workshop focuses on how to create a personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a unique visual style, then disseminate the work. Participants engage new technologies to become more effective storytellers, which include social media, transmedia, virtual reality, and digital video. 2025 is the third year of this three-year intensive program. There are openings if you would like to join for one year. For more information about our next session of this Advanced Mentored Studies program, please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace, Vice President of Artistic Affairs and Artistic Director of Photography and New Media, at [email protected] with questions.  TO APPLY: Applications for enrollment are accepted on a rolling basis. To apply, please fill out the 2025 Advanced Mentored Studies Online Application Form.

How does an artist articulate their work, and do words enhance their photographs? Many strive to develop both visual and written language skills but find themselves excelling in one while struggling to achieve the perfect balance between the two. In this focused workshop, Ed and Julie draw on their decades of experience as a collaborative writer/photographer/filmmaking team to offer participants a comprehensive exploration of effective storytelling. The workshop not only covers best practices for producing long-term photographic projects and multiplatform narratives but also provides expert guidance on writing for and about these projects. Participants engage in hands-on exercises designed to refine their skills in articulating their vision and intent, ensuring that their words complement and deepen the impact of their images. This immersive experience equips individuals with the tools needed to enhance their creative expression and effectively communicate their artistic narratives.

The digital age has given documentary photographers and photojournalists new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control. This workshop focuses on how to create a personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a unique visual style, then disseminate the work. Participants engage new technologies to become more effective storytellers, which include social media, transmedia, virtual reality, and digital video. 2024 is the second year of this three-year intensive program. For more information about our next session of The Center, which begins in 2026, please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace, Vice President of Artistic Affairs and Artistic Director of Photography and New Media, at [email protected].

The digital age has given documentary photographers and photojournalists new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control. This workshop focuses on how to create a personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a unique visual style, then disseminate the work. Participants engage new technologies to become more effective storytellers, which include social media, transmedia, virtual reality, and digital video. 2024 is the second year of this three-year intensive program. For more information about our next session of The Center, which begins in 2026, please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace, Vice President of Artistic Affairs and Artistic Director of Photography and New Media, at [email protected].

Visual storytelling and artistic expression are explored through the exploration of crafting and finalizing of personal projects. These projects not only set us apart but also drive professional growth while nurturing personal and human connections. Students are encouraged to use photography, text and motion. Students also have the opportunity to complete individual assignments on-location and practice their skills related to research, scouting, shooting within a deadline, and delivering a final product. These projects serve as the cornerstone defining our identity as visual storytellers. The workshop consists of individual and group critiques on your workshop creations, as well as the option to seek feedback on other ongoing projects. Whether a professional or a high-level amateur seeking to elevate and refine your work, this workshop promises transformative impact. The focus lies in assisting participants to develop their personal vision and distinct styles.

This three-year mentorship program is intended for documentary photographers and photojournalists interested in new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control as well those who are at a point of transition in their lives, careers, or journalistic  practices.  This program focuses on how to create a long-term personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a distinctive style, then disseminate the work. Participants become more effective storytellers by engaging in new technologies like digital video. virtual reality and social media; as well as traditional mediums like the written word and physical prints. Workshop content includes guest lecturers who represent a wide variety of professional aspects in photojournalism including ethics, book publishing, freelancing, and working for print and web publications as well as NGOs. This is the first year of a 3-year program. Future workshops will be held on August 19-23, 2024 and August 18-22, 2025. Please note that the cost of tuition, studio fee, and registration fee is per year. If you have an interest in joining this program, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until March 1, 2023. Click here to apply. Please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace for more information. [email protected]

The digital age has given documentary photographers and photojournalists new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control. This workshop focuses on how to create a personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a unique visual style, then disseminate the work. Participants engage new technologies to become more effective storytellers; these include social media, transmedia, virtual reality and digital video. This class is in its third year of a 3-year program. Please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace for more information about a new section in 2023. [email protected]

The digital age has given documentary photographers and photojournalists new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control. This workshop focuses on how to create a personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a unique visual style, then disseminate the work. Participants engage new technologies to become more effective storytellers, which include social media, transmedia, virtual reality and digital video. This class is in its third year of a 3-year program. Please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace for more information about a new section in 2023. [email protected]

This one-day seminar focuses on the use of a mobile phone in taking photos, video, notes, sketches, and audio recordings to produce documentary work or just capture the memories of your daily life. This course is taught in a seminar format, with students engaging in discussion about the practical use and possibilities of the mobile phone to create personal memories, citizen journalism, photojournalism, and daily visual journaling. In addition, the workshop delves into the creative side of smartphone photography. Learn about vision, creative apps, and storytelling during talks and edit-and-critique sessions. Also included is sharing of work by Faculty, showing his wide range of work done with a smartphone since he did the New Yorker’s first “takeover” in 2012, along with reviewing the work in a group setting of each participant’s work.

The digital age has given documentary photographers and photojournalists new ways to tell stories with greater authorship and control. This workshop focuses on how to create a personal documentary project and get it seen. The ultimate goal is to find a subject that speaks to a personal passion, document it in a unique visual style, then disseminate the work. Participants engage new technologies to become more effective storytellers; these include social media, transmedia, virtual reality and digital video. This class is in the second year of a three year program; tuition is per week, per year. Please contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace for more information. [email protected] Portfolio Review Required: Thank you for your interest in our Level IV photography workshops at Anderson Ranch Arts Center. Since a portfolio review is required, the instructions on how to submit your portfolio are provided here. In order to conduct the required portfolio review, we will need to see digital images of your work in one single PDF (as opposed to individual JPG attachments) sent directly to Anderson Ranch Studio Coordinator, Esther Nooner, via email at [email protected]. Please include 10 images of 10 works. Additionally, please include an image identification list that includes: title, media, dimensions and year. While not required, it is helpful to see an artist statement addressing the images you send. Lastly, please provide a phone number where you can be reached and a link to your website. These materials must be submitted as a single PDF (less than 10 MB) to be considered. Please include “Advanced Portfolio Review” in the subject line of your email, as well as the title of the workshop for which you are applying. Submissions that do not follow the requested directions will not be reviewed. To be considered, Esther Nooner must receive portfolios by 5 PM MST Friday, Feb. 5, 2021. We will email you regarding your status on or before Friday, Feb. 19, 2021. If you are accepted, a deposit of $500 will be required within one week of notification of acceptance to hold your place. Housing will be assigned on a space-available basis upon enrollment. Please note, if we receive your materials after Feb. 5, you will be considered on a space-available basis. Thank you for your interest in our advanced photography workshops. Please feel free to contact Andrea Jenkins Wallace with any questions at [email protected] or 970/924-5044.

This two-day seminar focuses on the use of a mobile phone in taking photos, video, notes, sketches and audio recordings during a documentary project. This course is taught in a seminar format, with students engaging in discussion about the practical use and possibilities of the mobile phone to create personal memories, citizen journalism, photojournalism and daily visual journaling. In addition, the workshop delves into the creative side of smartphone photography. Learn about vision, creative apps, and storytelling during talks and edit-and-critique sessions. This two-day virtual class meets via Zoom Video Conferencing software (download free from Zoom.com). An Anderson Ranch staff member co-teaches the class and coordinates the online platform. Further details will be emailed to registrants.