Barcelona Street Photography Workshop
Location: Central Barcelona
Time/Dates:
- 9am Friday 17th – 5pm Sunday 19th October 2025
Cost: £550 GBP
Long before I got into photography, Barcelona was one of my favourite cities to explore and get lost in. It is now one of my favourite playgrounds for street photography. The place is full of characters and stories around every corner. From muscle beach to lively squares and charming lanes to stunning museum architecture and Gaudi’s icon Cathedral. At night the music starts and the city takes on a new life. On this workshop, I will introduce you to the best locations in Barcelona for street photography, as well as the tastiest tapas restaurants and atmospheric cafes & bars.
Check Out My Barcelona Gallery For More Street Photos
As an added bonus, October is a great opportunity to escape the colder and wetter climates most other European countries endure during that time of year. I can’t wait to return to this fascinating and fun-filled city and I hope you’ll be able to join me.
What to expect from this three day workshop?
This workshop won’t be a relaxing holiday in the sun. The days will be long and you will be pushed. However, the payout both in terms of your photography development and the depth of the experience, will be huge. That I can promise.
During this workshop, you can expect a mix of theory covering practical tips, daily opportunities to shoot 1-2-1 with me and a lot of shooting the streets as I introduce you to the best locations in this unique and character-rich city for street photography. You will also receive daily 1-2-1 critiques of your work. The only skill-level requirement is that you feel comfortable with the camera you will be using.
With an intimate group size of 6 participants, you will get to connect with people with the same passions and values as you, while experiencing some of the best local cuisine.
What will you learn?
- ⇒ Introduction to the Theory of Street Photography
- ⇒ Street Photography Compositions and Themes
- ⇒ Recommended camera settings
- ⇒ Overcome the fear of shooting in public
- ⇒ Shoot with respect for your subjects
- ⇒ Start finding your own voice/style
- ⇒ See so much more in the everyday
What you need to bring?
- ⇒ Camera (recommend digital)
- ⇒ Lens (recommend 35mm or 28mm full-frame or crop-frame equivalents)
- ⇒ Batteries & Cards
- ⇒ Whatsapp installed on your smartphone
- ⇒ Comfy Shoes
- ⇒ Weather Appropriate Clothing
- ⇒ Laptop for culling + editing your images
Meet Your Instructor
Hi, I’m Matt. I’m a full-time photographer, Street Photographer, and Educator. I run Street Photography Workshops and experiences worldwide.
I am married to a fellow photographer who I am fortunate to share many photography adventures with. I am passionate about photography, travel, and education. I care about treating people with respect, especially while a guest in their country. Over the past decade, I have spoken at dozens of photography events and had my work featured in a handful of global publications, including the BBC, Fstoppers and PetaPixel.
“Matt’s depth of knowledge and passion for street photography makes him a ridiculously inspiring & talented educator. His morals & ethics also shine through in his street teachings.” – Kevin Kheffache
“Matt creates a great feel-good atmosphere with his patient and humorous manner, which makes learning easy and his honest criticism was constructive at all times.” – Nadine Lotze
Ready To Secure Your Workshop Place?
All workshops are limited to 6 people
Barcelona
£550
If sold out, email matt@streetwithmatt.com to join the wait list
Testimonials
“I haven’t stopped raving about ‘Street with Matt’ since I returned. What a Street Photography Wizard this man is!”
– Becci Wiles –
“Getting a glimpse into Matt’s mind and how he visualises the world before creating the picture is fascinating.”
– Carla Banc –
“I’ve been doing street photography for a long time and thought I knew quite a lot but Matt taught me so much more. He is patient, kind, caring and knowledgeable and his method of teaching is suitable for all types of learners. I have already signed up for his next workshop.”
– Philip Wark –
“I have recommended Matt’s workshops to every photographer (professional and hobbyist) I know, and everyone comes back saying how great it was!”
– Erica Hawkins –
“His obvious passion for, participation, experience and talent for shooting the street arm him with a wealth of information that even seasoned street photographers can learn from.”
– Denise Slark –
“Matt breaks the practice down to a really easy-to-understand level that would suit photographers of all abilities and backgrounds. It was a perfect mix of theory and practical and his constructive feedback was incredibly helpful.”
– Danny Jack –
“I felt pushed out of my comfort zone but only enough to test the waters and not feel completely out of my depth!”
– Anja Poehlmann –
“One of the best workshops I’ve ever attended – highly recommend it to anyone wanting to learn street photography no matter what skill level you’re at with your camera!”
– Rahul Khona –
FAQs for 3-Day Workshops
What is included in the price?
In addition to the tuition and ‘tour guiding’ on the trip, I will be providing information and advice prior to the trip. You will be responsible for all your other expenses (travel, accommodation, meals etc). During the 3 days, we will have meals together but pay separately.
Will we stay at the same hotel?
Because people’s individual budgets and tastes can vary so much when it comes to accommodation, you are free to say where you like. For each workshop I will give the address of where the theory element will be taking place, so that we can try and stay close to each other, making meeting up and socialising easier.
How long are the days?
It will be an intensive 3 days, often starting early and finishing late at night. So best not to make any other plans during the 3 days. We will meet at 9am on the first day (starting with theory in a classroom setting) and finish at 6pm on the last day, followed by meal out if people don’t need to leave.
What gear do you recommend for street photography?
When it comes to gear with street photography, less is generally more. So I always recommend one body and one prime lens. It’s also good to have a relatively wide lens. Personally, I always shoot with a 35mm or 28mm prime lens (full frame equivalent). The quality of the camera or lens isn’t that important for street, as long as you’re comfortable using it.
Film or Digitial Cameras?
While film cameras can be great for street photography, if you have a digital camera, I recommend bringing that for my workshops.
Why? Two reasons; 1) it allows you to play and experiment more (you don’t have to worry about the limited number of frames you have left on your film), 2) it allows me to review your photos during the day and offer tailored advice.
What skill level is this workshop for?
My 3-Day workshops are for all skill levels. The only requirement for attending this workshop is that you are comfortable using your camera (I do not recommend buying a new camera, which you are not familiar with, for this trip). With only 6 attendees per workshop, you will receive a significant amount of 1-2-1 time with me.
How many people will be on the workshop?
All my workshops are limited to 6 attendees. The smaller number allows us to blend in more with our environment on the streets when we’ve got our cameras out. It also allows me to target the content more towards your ability, especially during the 1-2-1s.