11 october

Get learning with Leica

Who's up for a weekend away with Leica, then? The Leica Akademie has announced its US 2012 to 2012 programme of one-day specials and week-long adventures. Thirty-six different programmes will pass thorugh 16 different cities between the end of August 2012 and 24 May 2013, with the aim of inspiring photographers and developing their skills.

Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, you'll find something that suits, provided that you can pay for it, of course. You'll be in small classes, led by experienced Leica instructors, and shooting environments that should bring out the best in you.

Leica M Monochrom: The Future of Black-And-White Photography

  • Designed around the Leica M Monochrom, the only 35mm camera dedicated to black-and-white
  • All about visualising scenes and gaining a better understanding of lighting, texture, contrast and tonal gradation
  • $249 fee, with a $150 voucher redeemable against a Leica M brand product purchased new from a North American dealer

Leica Destinations: All-Inclusive Multi-Day Photography Experiences

  • Acadia & Mount Desert Island, ME: 7 to 11 October, 2012 ($1,899)
  • Preserving Patagonia: 23 to 30 March, 2013 ($7,725)
  • Big Sur & Monterey, CA: 23 to 27 April, 2013 ($2,499)
  • Santa Fe & Taos, NM, In the Footsteps of Ansel Adams: 19 to 23 May, 2013 ($2,999)

The Truth About Photographs: Developing a Distinctive Visual Style

  • Aimed at intermediate to advanced M System photographers
  • Multi-day workshop
  • Focused onthe creative process behind capturing an image
  • $599 fee, with a $150 voucher redeemable against a Leica M brand product purchased new from a North American dealer

Better Pictures with Leica Compact Cameras: Digital Basics

  • Aimed at point-and-shoot photographers who prefer to use auto or Programme mode
  • Designed to explore and overcome the obstacles to capturing great images
  • $149

Better Pictures with Leica Compact Cameras: Advanced

  • Aimed at owners of cameras such as the X1, X2, D-Lux5, and V-Lux3
  • About learning tips and tricks, and exploring the flexibility of these cameras when taken off Programme mode
  • $149

Leica S-System Experience

  • One day workshop based around the S2 system
  • Includes landscape opportunities and studio sessions
  • Class size limit of eight students
  • $299 fee, with a $150 voucher redeemable against a Leica M or S brand product purchased new from a North American dealer

Leica Weekends

  • Led by a Leica instructor and Leica featured photographer
  • From rangefinder basics to advanced techniques, tailored to the host city
  • $499 fee, with a $150 voucher redeemable against a Leica M brand product purchased new from a North American dealer

The Leica M9 Owners Workshop: A Practical Session Designed for Owners of the Leica M9

  • Practical shooting and useful editing skills
  • For M9 users, obviously
  • $199, with a $150 voucher redeemable against a Leica M brand product purchased new from a North American dealer

Leica Street Photography: Two Day Workshop

  • Ideal for M System owners
  • Encourages exploration of new techniques
  • $349, with a $150 voucher redeemable against a Leica M brand product purchased new from a North American dealer

For more information, including cities, dates, and sign-up forms, head to the Leica Akademie website. You can address questions to the Akademie@leicacamerausa.com email.