Continuing Education Series:
Grant Writing with Sara Terry
Date: Wednesday, September 13
Location: Zoom
Time: 8 am PDT / 11 am EDT / 5 pm CEST / 8.30 IST / 10 pm WIB
This two-part workshop, led by VII photographer and documentary filmmaker Sara Terry, explores practical grant writing tips, why style and structure matter, and how to sequence photographs effectively.
Having raised nearly $3 million for her projects, Sara has extensive insight into grant proposals as the Founder/Director of The Aftermath Project. During the workshop, you will look at case studies, share resources and critiques, and have access to Sara's first-hand insight into a funder's thinking. Part One of the workshop will be held on September 13, 2023, and Part Two on September 27, 2023.
VII Community Hangout
September 6th
9:00 AM EST
Since its inception, photography has proven to be a powerful tool for storytelling. There are many powerful examples and practitioners: Nan Goldin, Gene Smith, Graciela Iturbide, Nina Berman, Eugene Richards and Gordon Parks among many others. However, producing a story that will move people and connect with viewers is more than just making a set of great photographs. It is a long and thorough process of research and sourcing. Knowing how to edit and sequence the images to articulate your vision and purpose. What is it that you want to show people? Is there a firm definition of a “photo story?” How do I know when I am done? There is much to discuss on the matter.
Continuing Education Series:
Storytelling with Michael Robinson Chávez
June 14
14:00–15:30PM EDT
Since its inception, photography has proven to be a powerful tool for storytelling. There are many powerful examples and practitioners: Nan Goldin, Gene Smith, Graciela Iturbide, Nina Berman, Eugene Richards and Gordon Parks among many others. However, producing a story that will move people and connect with viewers is more than just making a set of great photographs. It is a long and thorough process of research and sourcing. Knowing how to edit and sequence the images to articulate your vision and purpose. What is it that you want to show people? Is there a firm definition of a “photo story?” How do I know when I am done? There is much to discuss on the matter.
Join us for a lecture on Storytelling by Michael Robinson Chávez, followed by a Q&A session.
This episode is part of our Continuing Education Series, where we engage in live discussions with field experts on a range of topics, including storytelling, writing, ethics, resilience, marketing, editing, grant writing, and beyond.