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Professional portrait and event photographer, photojournalist in Brussels

Photography workshops by Sander in Brussels are fun!

Portrait in Black and white of three students showing the results of a photography workshop in Brussels

Sander offers unique photography courses and workshops for beginners and those wanting to improve, covering a diverse flow of street photography, portrait- and visual storytelling photography with digital, analog, and smartphone cameras. His lessons mostly given in Ixelles and Schaerbeek, the eastern part of Brussels near the EU institutions.

Last workshop tickets for Sept /October available now!

Everything you want to know about our upcoming photography courses in Brussels

The Portrait Photography Course

This photography course starts on September 25.

You will learn all ins and out of Digital Portrait Photography. Sander has over 20 years of experience in shooting all sorts of portraits and he likes to share what he’s learned over the years. During these workshops you will be.a model yourself and we’ll have guest models. We will also do one street photography portrait session in Brussels during a weekend.

Think Posing, Lighting, Flash, Continue Light, Group shots, cinematic portraits, surreal portraits and more..

Portrait photo of a man on a staircase

The Analog Photography Course

This photography course starts on September 30

You will learn all ins and out of Vintage Analog Black and White Photography. Sander started himself as an analog photographer a long time ago.

You can use your own camera, or he can lend you one. You will learn about how to shoot better black and white pictures, and you’ll learn how to develop your own films and print your own pictures.

Think Vintage, exposure, contrast, filters, 35 mm., enlargers, developers, washing, drying.

After this course you can start your own darkroom.

a boy sitting for a portrait shoot in black and white shot with an very old camera

The Street Photography Course

This street photography course starts on October the second and it’s almost sold out..

You will learn all ins and out of the real street photography. The ways to photography life around you in an unposed but respectful way. This course consists of several Thursday nights for tips and interactions, and many weekend walks in the center of Brussels with or without your coach Sander de Wilde.

Think Speed, Composition, surprise, fun, beauty, documentary, still lives, series and more.

streetphoto of a yellow bird on a head near Macdo
Black and white analog photo lessons

Hands-On Photography lessons in Brussels

photographer and teacher in Brussel Sander next to a screen with a portrait of a man while doing a photography workshop

My photography classes are ment to be fun and have a steep learning curve. This is how I would like a photography class to be myself.

I believe in learning by doing, so expect these course to be hands-on photography workshops every lesson!

In every photography course the basics of photography comes back, tailored for your level If you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, my workshops will always inspire you to reach new levels in your photography practice.

The classes in Brussels are mostly at GC Elzenhof in Ixelles. I work with Wecandoo, Avansa, and Sasasa photo schools to teach photo lessons in French and Dutch. I offer private 2-hour sessions, half-day workshops, and longer courses lasting several months.

Check the photography course list for info on all photography workshops.

What’s so special about these photo courses ?

Sander de Wilde’s brains weren’t made for traditional school. That’s why he blends creativity and technique in dynamic photography classes, without long boring theoretic sessions.

His playful style encourages experimentation and personal expression. With a background in authentic portraits and visual stories, Sander offers practical insights beyond the basics with fun exercises..

He promotes hands-on learning through engaging workshops that challenge aspiring photographers to think even more creatively. Focusing on storytelling and experimenting, he guides students towards better visuals. This dynamic approach inspires a lasting love for photography. The atmosphere during all his lessons is relaxed and dynamic at the same time. You’ll never feel like going to school, you’ll feel like really learning something new in a fun way. Between the lessons your mind will work with the new inspiration, challenging your own borders.

Sander speaks several languages so whatever language you speak, you’ll be able to follow!

What people say about the workshops

Screenshot of a review on photography by a client of Sander de Wilde

Sander is a fantastic photographer and teacher with tons of experience and an infectious enthusiasm. Would recommend him to anyone.

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Screenshot of a review on photography by a client of Sander de Wilde

Working with De Wilde photography was great. A true professional with a sense of humour, the perfect combination!

Des cours de la photographie très sympas -argentique, hybride ou street photography, les explications de Sander aident beaucoup pour s’améliorer

FAQ on the photography courses

  • I strive to create class environment where participants feel inspired and empowered to explore their creativity. Ultimately, I want each student to walk away not only with improved skills but also with a newfound confidence in their photographic journey.

  • My workshops always start with action! I don’t like to do the introduction round with you students. We will get to know each other using photography.

  • All courses start with the basics of photography. History and Exposure.

    Finding the right exposure for your subject is very important so why not start with that.

  • That’s ok. Of course it is usefull to have a camera to learn on. Maybe you can borrow one of a family member. Otherwise you could also learn framing and exposure on your smartphone, but for most courses it is better to have a camera. We also have cameras you can use during classes, both digital and analog.

    Sometimes it is even a great way to learn to know what camera is best for you as a future camera. Learn before you buy!

  • OK no problem. Even if you miss one or a few lessons. After each lesson I will send all students a resume, a short letter about everything we did in our last course. With it can be tips, links to youtube movies or exercises to work on.

    Every class communicates with each other in a closed circuit through social media. A Drive in the cloud is available to download the lessons and to upload the lessons.

  • Secondly I focus on composition. Every person has this sense of composition build in, but getting all that info in one lesson makes every photography so much better in one lessons.When your images follow certain rules, editing your images will get much easier too.

  • But do bring your camera for every lesson too, because next to theory, I think it’s very important to touch and use your camera every lesson, even at night. So fill up those batteries and empty those cards, because most of the workshops exist of 70% hands on exercises, and 30% theory.

  • After a few lessons you’ll feel that you’re entering the photographic arena at another level. All courses end up with some sort of exhibition, be it a projection of the students’ work or a real exhibition with prints of your work on the walls of a exhibition space.

  • We also do one time Master classes on several issues, like flash photography, corporate shootings with phones, etc. All our workshops can also be designed as team building events.

Creative Team building events in Belgium

Photo Workshops as teambuilding events are a great idea.

Digital or analog workshops, experiences and talks on Artificial Intelligence or so called DIGI Cafés for seniors or coworkers, it’s all possible.

Contact me if you want to know more about this.

Private lessons can be booked for 1 or 2 persons.

These photography workshops sold out?

You can always privatise a workshop for a group of friends or as an event for your company.

Otherwise leave your email and I will send you my latest info with new dates for the coming workshops every few months personally.