Photojournalism & Documentary Photography Workshops, Events, Trainings, Portfolio Reviews & Expos
This year-round directory features photojournalism workshops, documentary photography training, sports photography intensives, portfolio reviews, photography conferences, industry expos and visual storytelling festivals. Listings include event dates, times, locations, descriptions and official websites. Dates and schedules marked TBA have not yet been confirmed by the organizer.
OCTOBER 2026
Mountain Workshops — Photojournalism, Video Storytelling & Picture Editing
Date: October 20–24, 2026
Time: Daily schedule varies; field assignments, lectures, critiques and editing sessions
Location: Winchester, Clark County, Kentucky
Website: mountainworkshops.org
The Mountain Workshops is an immersive, hands-on visual journalism program bringing together photographers, editors, filmmakers and experienced coaches. Participants document a local community through photo stories, video storytelling or picture editing. The program emphasizes reporting, relationship-building, visual storytelling, editing and ethical documentary practice. The 2026 workshop is currently underway; check the website for future announcements and the 2027 application schedule.
NOVEMBER 2026
Summit Workshops — Sports Photography Workshop, San Francisco
Date: November 5–8, 2026
Time: Four-day program; daily schedule provided to participants
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California
Website: Summit Workshops — San Francisco
A hands-on sports photography intensive featuring live sporting events, instruction from experienced sports photographers, image critiques, portfolio reviews and professional workflow training. Participants photograph a variety of sports while developing action photography skills and a stronger portfolio. The 2026 session is listed here for completeness; check the organizer for a 2027 edition.
Paris Photo
Date: November 12–15, 2026
Time: Thursday–Saturday, 1 p.m.–8 p.m.; Sunday, 1 p.m.–7 p.m.
Location: Grand Palais, Paris, France
Website: parisphoto.com
One of the world’s leading international photography fairs, featuring galleries, publishers, photobooks, artist presentations and photography-related talks. Although not exclusively focused on photojournalism, it is a valuable event for documentary photographers interested in photographic books, contemporary visual storytelling, exhibitions and professional networking.
Atlanta Photojournalism Seminar
Date: November 13–14, 2026
Time: Two-day program; see the official schedule for session times
Location: Hilton Atlanta Northeast, Atlanta, Georgia
Website: photojournalism.org
A major annual gathering for professional photojournalists, photo editors, students and visual journalists. The seminar features presentations, discussions, portfolio reviews and opportunities to connect with industry professionals. It is particularly useful for photographers seeking editorial insight, career development and feedback on their work.
DECEMBER 2026
New York Day & Night Intensive — Photo Educate
Date: December 5, 2026
Time: To be confirmed with the organizer
Location: New York City, New York
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A practical street and documentary photography intensive focused on photographing a city throughout the day and night. Suitable for photographers looking to strengthen observation, composition, available-light technique and visual storytelling in an urban environment.
JANUARY 2027
PhotoVogue Virtual Portfolio Reviews
Date: January 16, 2027; associated Artists in Conversation program on January 17
Time: To be announced
Location: Online
Website: PhotoVogue Virtual Portfolio Reviews
An international online portfolio review initiative connecting selected photographers with editors, curators, agents and publishers. Participants have opportunities to receive professional feedback, discuss their work and make industry connections. Participation and selection requirements are detailed in the open calls.
Los Angeles Center of Photography — Documentary, Street Photography & Photojournalism Classes
Date: January 16–August 31, 2027, for selected ongoing projects and courses
Time: Varies by class and assignment
Location: Los Angeles, California, and online
Website: LACP Documentary and Photojournalism Calendar
The Los Angeles Center of Photography offers classes, field workshops, hybrid courses and longer-term photographic projects. Topics include documentary practice, street photography, photojournalism, visual storytelling and project development. Individual courses have separate schedules, instructors and registration requirements; consult the calendar for the full listing.
FEBRUARY 2027
Imaging USA
Date: January 31–February 2, 2027
Time: Three-day conference; expo and session hours vary
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Website: imagingusa.com
A major photography conference and expo featuring educational sessions, equipment and software exhibitors, demonstrations and professional networking. The event serves a broad photography audience rather than photojournalists alone, but offers opportunities to explore imaging technology, workflow tools and new photographic techniques.
Québec City Winter Carnaval Photography Workshop
Date: February 5–10, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; confirm the detailed schedule with the organizer
Location: Québec City, Canada
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A winter photography workshop with Steve Simon and Marc Rochette, centered on photographing Québec City’s Winter Carnaval. Participants work on storytelling, people photography, street scenes and documenting a major public cultural event in challenging winter conditions.
New York Day & Night Intensive — Photo Educate
Date: February 13, 2027
Time: To be confirmed
Location: New York City, New York
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A practical urban photography intensive emphasizing observation, visual storytelling, working with available light and creating a cohesive body of images in a short period.
Summit Workshops — Gulf Coast Wildlife Photography
Date: February 17–20, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; schedule supplied to participants
Location: Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Texas
Website: Summit Workshops — Full Calendar
A small-group wildlife photography workshop focused on whooping cranes and the coastal environment. Participants photograph from boats and on land while learning field technique, visual storytelling and wildlife photography ethics. This is a specialist nature workshop rather than a traditional news photojournalism program.
Creative Sports Photo — Los Angeles
Date: TBA; a possible late-February or early-March 2027 session has not been confirmed
Time: TBA
Location: Los Angeles, California
Website: Check the organizer’s official website for the next session and registration details.
A sports photography training opportunity for photographers interested in improving action coverage, sports storytelling, access, technique and portfolio development. Confirm the organizer’s official 2027 dates and program before publishing a specific schedule.
WPPI Conference & Expo
Date: February 28–March 4, 2027; expo March 2–4
Time: See the official agenda for daily conference and expo hours
Location: Rio Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
Website: wppiexpo.com
A photography conference and trade show featuring educational sessions, speakers, equipment, imaging technology and networking. Its main focus is wedding and portrait photography, but photographers can also explore lighting, production tools and professional workflow techniques.
MARCH 2027
Summit Workshops — Sports Photography Workshop, Denver
Date: 2027 dates TBA
Time: Four-day program; detailed schedule to be announced
Location: Denver, Colorado
Website: Summit Workshops — Denver Sports Photography
A hands-on sports photography program offering live game assignments, instruction from professional sports photographers, image critiques and portfolio reviews. Participants may photograph professional, collegiate and amateur sports while learning action anticipation, camera technique, storytelling and professional workflow. The organizer has not yet confirmed 2027 dates.
Summit Workshops — Sports Photography Workshop, San Francisco
Date: 2027 dates TBA
Time: Four-day program; detailed schedule to be announced
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California
Website: Summit Workshops — San Francisco Sports Photography
A West Coast sports photography intensive featuring live sports assignments, personalized instruction, critiques and portfolio reviews. The program is designed for photographers who want to build sports portfolios and gain practical experience in real-world shooting environments. The 2027 dates have not been confirmed.
New York Day & Night Intensive — Photo Educate
Date: April 3, 2027 (next session after the February listing; see April section for chronological placement)
Time: To be confirmed
Location: New York City, New York
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
This listing belongs in April rather than March in the final calendar. The intensive offers practical instruction in street and documentary photography in an urban environment.
Month of Photography Denver — Portfolio Reviews
Date: March 12–13, 2027
Time: Two-day program; individual review appointments are assigned separately
Location: The Slate Hotel, Denver, Colorado
Website: Portfolio Reviews — Month of Photography Denver
Organized by the Colorado Photographic Arts Center, these portfolio reviews connect photographers with curators, editors, publishers, museum and gallery professionals, and photography industry experts. Participants receive feedback and build professional relationships. Registration includes a choice of review packages, and appointments are allocated through a selection process.
Sunscape — Photo-Immersive Getaway
Date: March 17–22, 2027
Time: March 17, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; March 18–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; March 22, 9 a.m.–noon, with additional scheduled activities
Location: Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree and Twentynine Palms, California
Website: Sunscape 2027 — LACP
An immersive photography getaway featuring instructor-led workshops, field assignments, group activities and portfolio events. The published workshop options include creative portraiture, desert landscape photography and writing. Although broader than photojournalism, the program offers useful field practice and opportunities to develop visual projects.
Summit Workshops — Sandhill Cranes I
Date: March 18–21, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; schedule supplied to participants
Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Website: Summit Workshops — Full Calendar
A wildlife photography workshop focused on the annual sandhill crane migration along the Platte River. Instruction covers field technique, visual storytelling, photography ethics and creating stronger nature and conservation images.
Summit Workshops — Sandhill Cranes II
Date: March 23–26, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; schedule supplied to participants
Location: Kearney, Nebraska
Website: Summit Workshops — Full Calendar
A second session covering the sandhill crane migration and wildlife photography. The program emphasizes fieldcraft, visual storytelling and developing a cohesive body of work. Availability may be limited.
New York Day & Night Intensive — Photo Educate
Date: April 3, 2027
Time: To be confirmed
Location: New York City, New York
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A one-day street and documentary photography intensive exploring urban life, available light and visual storytelling.
APRIL 2027
ShutterFest
Date: April 13–15, 2027; additional SF+ programming April 16
Time: Daily schedule to be confirmed
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Website: shutterfest.com
A hands-on photography conference combining classes, practical shoots, portfolio development, vendor exhibits and networking. It serves a broad photography community and is not exclusively focused on documentary work, but can be useful for photographers interested in technique, creative development and production tools.
Venezia Photo Festival
Date: April 15–18, 2027
Time: Varies by workshop and event
Location: Venice, Italy
Website: Venezia Photo Festival Workshops
A photography festival featuring intensive workshops, instruction, portfolio development and opportunities to explore visual storytelling, photo reportage, street photography and photographic books.
Summit Workshops — Editing & Printmaking
Date: April 23–25, 2027
Time: Three-day program; schedule to be confirmed
Location: Denver, Colorado
Website: Summit Workshops — Full Calendar
A creative photography workshop centered on editing, printmaking and transforming photographs into finished work. Useful for documentary photographers refining image selection, sequencing, presentation and print production.
Paris in Springtime — Photo Educate
Date: April 11–17, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; schedule to be confirmed
Location: Paris, France
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A photographic travel masterclass with Steve Simon and David Brommer. Participants work on street photography, people, urban environments and visual storytelling while developing a more considered approach to documenting a city.
Milan Street & Urban Photography Workshop
Date: April 23–28, 2027
Time: Daily schedule to be confirmed
Location: Milan, Italy
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A street and urban photography workshop with Steve Simon, David Brommer and Ugo Cei, focused on observing everyday life, composition, timing and building a visual narrative in a major city.
MAY 2027
World Press Photo Exhibition and World Press Photo Days
Date: 2027 dates TBA
Time: Exhibition hours and associated event times vary by venue
Location: Amsterdam and international exhibition venues; World Press Photo Days location and schedule to be confirmed
Website: worldpressphoto.org
The World Press Photo Exhibition showcases award-winning international photojournalism and documentary photography. Related events can include discussions, talks and professional programming focused on the role of visual journalism and the stories behind the images. Confirm the 2027 exhibition and event dates before publishing them as final.
Deeper Japan — Cultural & Photographic Masterclass
Date: May 19–27, 2027
Time: Daily field schedule to be confirmed
Location: Japan
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A cultural photography masterclass exploring daily life, people, place and visual storytelling. Suitable for photographers interested in long-form travel and documentary projects.
Meet-Up in LA — Huntington Gardens
Date: April 24–May 25, 2027 (course listing period; confirm actual session dates)
Time: Two hybrid sessions; exact hours to be confirmed
Location: Los Angeles area, California
Website: LACP Class Calendar
A field-based photography class focused on observing and photographing a public garden environment. Consult the class page for the exact meeting dates, instruction format and enrollment details.
JUNE 2027
Montréal Passionate Photographer Weekend Masterclass
Date: June 11–13, 2027
Time: Daily workshop hours to be confirmed
Location: Montréal, Canada
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A weekend masterclass with an emphasis on developing photographic vision, improving street and documentary photography and learning through field practice and critique.
DC/DOX Documentary Film Festival
Date: June 10–13, 2027
Time: Screening and event schedules to be announced
Location: Washington, D.C.
Website: dcdoxfest.com
A documentary film festival featuring nonfiction films, filmmaker conversations, educational programming and masterclasses. Particularly relevant to photojournalists expanding into multimedia reporting, short documentary films and visual storytelling.
The Mermaid Parade Street Photography Workshop
Date: June 18–20, 2027
Time: Schedule to be confirmed
Location: New York City, New York
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A street photography workshop with Steve Simon focused on documenting the Coney Island Mermaid Parade. Participants practice working in crowds, anticipating moments, photographing people and developing a visual story around a public cultural event.
Meet-Up in LA — LA Pride Parade
Date: June 20–23, 2027 (course listing period; confirm actual session dates)
Time: Two hybrid sessions; exact hours to be confirmed
Location: Los Angeles, California
Website: LACP Class Calendar
A field-based class with Thomas Alleman focused on photographing a large public parade. The course offers practice in working quickly, observing human interactions and building a visual narrative around a public event. Confirm the exact class dates and whether the course aligns with the parade itself.
JULY 2027
Summit Workshops — Wild Alaska
Date: July 24–29, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; schedule supplied to participants
Location: Silver Salmon Creek Lodge, Alaska
Website: Summit Workshops — Full Calendar
A wildlife photography expedition focused on coastal brown bears and Alaska’s natural environment. The program emphasizes fieldcraft, responsible wildlife photography and creating compelling nature images.
Oaxaca Photography Workshop
Date: July 15–21, 2027
Time: Daily schedule to be confirmed
Location: Oaxaca, Mexico
Website: LACP Travel Workshop Calendar
A travel photography workshop with Kevin Weinstein exploring the culture, people, streets and visual character of Oaxaca. Relevant to photographers developing cultural documentary, travel and street photography projects.
FotoChaos 2027
Date: July 16–18, 2027
Time: Daily program; schedule to be announced
Location: Old Kinderhook, Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri
Website: FotoChaos — MOPPA
A three-day photography event featuring hands-on shoots, educational sessions, demonstrations, image competitions, speakers, vendors and networking. It is a general photography event rather than a dedicated photojournalism workshop, but offers practical learning and opportunities to connect with photographers.
AUGUST 2027
Toronto Passionate Photographer Weekend Masterclass
Date: August 27–29, 2027
Time: Daily workshop hours to be confirmed
Location: Toronto, Canada
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A weekend masterclass focused on strengthening photographic vision, street photography, documentary storytelling and field practice.
SEPTEMBER 2027
Summit Workshops — Nature & Conservation Photography
Date: September 26–30, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; schedule supplied to participants
Location: Jackson, Wyoming, and Grand Teton National Park
Website: Summit Workshops — Full Calendar
A nature and conservation photography workshop focused on landscape, wildlife and environmental storytelling. Participants work in the field with experienced instructors and receive feedback on their images. This is a specialist nature program, not a conventional news photography workshop.
Lisbon Passionate Photographer Masterclass & Lisbon Street PhotoFest
Date: September 20–26, 2027
Time: Daily field and workshop sessions; schedule to be confirmed
Location: Lisbon, Portugal
Website: Photo Educate — Documentary Workshops
A street and documentary photography masterclass combined with a photography festival experience. Participants work on urban observation, storytelling and developing a cohesive set of images.
Missouri Photo Workshop — MPW.77
Date: 2027; exact dates and location TBA. The workshop traditionally takes place during the last full week of September.
Time: Intensive multi-day program; daily schedule to be announced
Location: A Missouri community; 2027 location TBA
Website: missouriphotoworkshop.org
The Missouri Photo Workshop is one of the longest-running documentary photojournalism workshops in the United States. Participants spend an intensive week documenting a community, developing relationships with subjects and producing in-depth photo stories under the guidance of experienced faculty. The program emphasizes ethical reporting, visual storytelling, editing and community-based documentary photography. Check the official website for the 2027 application opening, deadlines and final dates.
OCTOBER 2027
Mountain Workshops — 2027 Photojournalism Workshop
Date: 2027 dates TBA; the 2026 workshop takes place October 20–24, so check the organizer for the next edition
Time: Multi-day program; daily schedule to be announced
Location: TBA
Website: mountainworkshops.org
An intensive community-based photojournalism workshop featuring field assignments, lectures, critiques, editing and mentorship. Participants produce visual stories while learning from working photographers, picture editors and multimedia journalists. The program is suited to students, emerging photographers and experienced professionals looking to strengthen their storytelling.
Photo Oxford 2027
Date: October 15–November 7, 2027
Time: Varies by exhibition and event
Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Website: Photo Oxford
A photography festival featuring exhibitions, talks, workshops and opportunities to engage with contemporary photographic work. The 2027 theme is announced as “Time.” The program includes photography across documentary, artistic and contemporary practices.
Eddie Adams Workshop
Date: October 8–11, 2027
Time: Four-day residential workshop; detailed schedule to be announced
Location: Jeffersonville, New York
Website: eddieadamsworkshop.org
A highly regarded, selective photojournalism workshop for college students and emerging professionals. Participants work with experienced photographers, editors and industry leaders through assignments, editing, critiques, mentoring and professional discussions. The 2027 application period is expected to open in March; check the official website for eligibility and deadlines.
NOVEMBER 2027
Visa pour l’Image — International Festival of Photojournalism
Date: 2027 dates TBA; typically held in late summer or early fall
Time: Exhibition hours and evening projections vary
Location: Perpignan, France
Website: visapourlimage.com
An international festival dedicated to photojournalism and documentary reporting. The program typically includes exhibitions, evening projections, professional discussions and presentations of major news and long-form documentary projects. Confirm the next edition’s dates before scheduling travel or publication.
Summit Workshops — Sports Photography, San Francisco
Date: 2027 dates TBA
Time: Four-day program; schedule to be announced
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California
Website: Summit Workshops — San Francisco Sports Photography
A hands-on sports photography training program with live assignments, professional instruction, image critiques and portfolio reviews. The workshop helps photographers improve their action coverage, build a diverse sports portfolio and learn the workflows used by working sports photographers. The organizer currently lists the next 2027 dates as unannounced.
DECEMBER 2027
Death Valley National Park Photography Workshop
Date: December 8–11, 2027
Time: Daily field sessions; schedule to be confirmed
Location: Death Valley National Park, California and Nevada
Website: LACP Travel Workshop Calendar
A landscape and travel photography workshop with Michael E. Gordon, focused on photographing the desert environment, light, landscapes and natural details. Relevant to documentary photographers working on environmental and place-based visual stories.
2027 DATES TO BE ANNOUNCED
Summit Workshops — Adventure Photography
Date: TBA for 2027
Time: TBA
Location: Wyoming; confirm the exact location and dates with the organizer
Website: Summit Workshops — Full Calendar
An adventure-oriented photography workshop for photographers interested in outdoor action, challenging environments and visual storytelling. Confirm the specific Wyoming offering, location, curriculum and dates with Summit Workshops before publishing further details.
Summit Workshops — Sports Photography, Denver
Date: TBA for 2027
Time: TBA
Location: Denver, Colorado
Website: Summit Workshops — Denver Sports Photography
A multi-day program of live sports assignments, instruction, image critiques and portfolio reviews. The workshop provides practical experience photographing different sports and developing a professional-quality portfolio.
Creative Sports Photo — Los Angeles
Date: TBA for 2027
Time: TBA
Location: Los Angeles, California
Website: Official event link to be confirmed
A sports photography workshop to monitor for future dates. Check the organizer’s announcements for the program, instructors, registration details and shooting opportunities before listing it as a confirmed event.
World Press Photo Exhibition — International Tour
Date: 2027 dates vary by city and venue
Time: Varies by venue
Location: Multiple international venues
Website: worldpressphoto.org
The international touring exhibition presents award-winning photojournalism and documentary photography. Check the official exhibition calendar for dates, locations, opening hours and related public events.
CatchLight Visual Storytelling Summit
Date: 2027 dates TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA
Website: catchlight.io
A visual storytelling gathering exploring the impact of images, documentary practice and the future of visual journalism. Check the organization’s announcements for the next summit, speakers, registration and program.
Photoville Festival
Date: 2027 dates TBA
Time: Exhibition and public-program hours vary
Location: New York City, New York
Website: photoville.com
A public photography festival featuring documentary projects, outdoor exhibitions, talks, workshops and educational events. It offers opportunities to discover new work, explore visual storytelling and learn how photographers present projects to broad audiences.
Foundry Photojournalism Workshop
Date: 2027 dates TBA
Time: Schedule to be announced
Location: TBA; check the program for format and location
Website: Foundry Photojournalism Workshop
A documentary photography and photojournalism education program focused on mentorship, field reporting, portfolio development and visual storytelling. Check the official website for the next application cycle, eligibility and dates.
International Center of Photography — Documentary Practice & Visual Journalism
Date: Courses offered throughout the year; individual 2027 dates TBA
Time: Varies by course
Location: New York City and online
Website: icp.org
The International Center of Photography offers classes and professional development in documentary practice, visual journalism, editing and visual narrative. Check the course catalog for workshops, intensives and online learning opportunities.
Santa Fe Workshops
Date: Year-round; individual 2027 dates vary
Time: Varies by workshop
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico, and online; additional locations may be offered
Website: santafeworkshops.com
A photography education program offering workshops, critiques and intensive learning opportunities. Courses span visual storytelling, documentary-adjacent practice, editing, creative development and photographic technique.
PhotoWings — Documentary Photography Education
Date: Online resources and programs throughout the year; specific 2027 dates TBA
Time: Varies by program
Location: Online
Website: photowings.org
An educational resource featuring photography and visual storytelling programs, discussions and learning opportunities. Check the website for upcoming online workshops, documentary photography resources and partner events.
LensCulture — Portfolio Reviews and Photography Opportunities
Date: Year-round opportunities; specific review dates vary
Time: Varies by event
Location: Online and international venues
Website: lensculture.com
LensCulture publishes photography awards, portfolio review opportunities, open calls and professional resources. Documentary photographers can use its programs to seek feedback, build visibility and explore publication and exhibition opportunities.
National Press Photographers Association — Training and Events
Date: Year-round; event dates vary by region and program
Time: Varies by event
Location: United States and online
Website: nppa.org
The NPPA supports visual journalists through education, professional development, regional events and industry resources. Check the organization’s calendar for workshops, seminars and training relevant to working photojournalists.
Los Angeles Center of Photography — Workshops and Portfolio Development
Date: Year-round; course dates vary
Time: Varies by program
Location: Los Angeles, California, and online
Website: lacphoto.org
LACP offers photography classes, workshops, portfolio reviews and longer-term projects covering documentary photography, street photography, visual storytelling and creative practice. Review the current calendar for exact dates and registration information.
VII Foundation — Documentary Photography and Visual Storytelling
Date: Online programs and events throughout the year; specific dates TBA
Time: Varies by event
Location: Online and program-specific locations
Website: theviifoundation.org
The VII Foundation supports documentary photography and visual journalism education through programs, conversations and storytelling initiatives. Check the website for upcoming workshops, public events and opportunities for photographers.