Meet your master. Steve McCurry, an internationally renowned photographer and one of the most influential image-makers in contemporary photography for over 30 years. Steve has 17 acclaimed photographic books to his name and innumerable honours. (00min 47sec + downloadable study sheet)

Learn about the beginnings of Steve’s career and what it was that inspired him to start photographing. Find out what camera equipment Steve uses and why he chooses to shoot in colour. (08min 31sec + downloadable study sheet)

Find out about Steve’s fascinating experience in Afghanistan and be inspired to journey and explore close to home or further afield with your own photography. (08min 03sec + downloadable study sheet)

Steve shares with you some of the significant photographers and the photographs that have influenced him throughout his career. Including his main influence, the great Henri Cartier-Bresson. (08min 29sec + downloadable study sheet)

Learn about the other photographers work that help shaped Steve’s own photography and that will inspire you too. (08min 07sec + downloadable study sheet)

Join Steve on the streets of Havana, Cuba and find out how he becomes part of the street in order for great opportunities to present themselves. (12min 04sec + downloadable study sheet)

Make the most of chance encounters! Learn from Steve as he teaches you about grasping spontaneous moments and opportunities. (14min 13sec + downloadable study sheet)

How do you become part of the scene? How do you blend into your environment? Steve shares with you the techniques and methods he uses. (13min 16sec + downloadable study sheet)

How do you find a subject? How do you find a project that interests you? How to find subjects and stories that matter. Listen to Steve’s advice about finding the perfect subject for your photography. (12sec 55sec + downloadable study sheet)

How do I know when the light is right? When is the best time of day to take photographs? Find out from Steve how he likes to work with different kinds of light throughout the day. (08min 15sec + downloadable study sheet)

The best pictures are the ones that tell a story. Learn about Steve’s visual storytelling as he shares with you how he created some of his photographs. (17min 17sec + downloadable study sheet)

Learn about the importance of documenting war. Steve explains to you his philosophy behind the photographs he created during the Gulf War and the aftermath of 9/11. (15min 28sec + downloadable study sheet)

See how Steve makes use of the available light in his portraits and interior scenes. Watch him create images at monastery in Portugal. (06min 14sec + downloadable study sheet)

What is a portrait? Who is it of? Is it about the subject or photographer? Look and see how Steve takes portraits and captures his moments of authenticity. (10min 43sec + downloadable study sheet)

Steve shares with you his eight key tips to taking a portrait, from revealing emotion to what background to use. Watch and learn as he takes portraits in Lisbon and Cuba. (08min 28sec + downloadable study sheet)

Steve talk to us about Korda’s portrait and how a brief moment has become an iconic image. (02min 00sec + downloadable study sheet)

Listen as Steve reveals to you how he photographs children and shares some of the stories behind his incredible photographs of children. (12min 37sec + downloadable study sheet)

One of the most iconic portraits ever taken… Steve talks about how he created his famous Afghan Girl photograph. (05min 59sec + downloadable study sheet)

Two ideas, one comment. Learn from Steve about the important use of this technique in his photography. (06min 38sec + downloadable study sheet)

Steve teaches you how to approach a landscape and also how he creates his photographs of people within a landscape. (10min 15sec + downloadable study sheet)

What are the rules of composition? Steve discusses composition whilst giving you advice on what to look out for when composing your own photographs. (06min 52sec + downloadable study sheet)

How to select a viewpoint that tells a story? Listen to Steve approach to cityscapes in India and around the world. (08min 51sec + downloadable study sheet)

There is no such thing as bad weather. Steve teaches you to shoot in all weather conditions. Don’t put your camera down when the weather turns nasty… find out from Steve why. (06min 39sec + downloadable study sheet)

How do I edit down my photographs? Shall I print my photographs? How do I put together a book? Steve discusses with you the selection process, printing and putting together a photography book. (06min 39sec + downloadable study sheet)

Go out, take chances, take risks and be curious about the world you live in.
Steve gives his insights and advice on how to try and make a living out of your photographs. He leaves you with some inspirational words and wishes you the best of luck on your journey. (02min 20sec + downloadable study sheet)

Meet your master. Steve McCurry, an internationally renowned photographer and one of the most influential image-makers in contemporary photography for over 30 years. Steve has 17 acclaimed photographic books to his name and innumerable honours. (00min 47sec + downloadable study sheet)

Join Steve on the streets of Havana, Cuba and find out how he becomes part of the street in order for great opportunities to present themselves. (12min 04sec + downloadable study sheet)

How do I know when the light is right? When is the best time of day to take photographs? Find out from Steve how he likes to work with different kinds of light throughout the day. (08min 15sec + downloadable study sheet)

Steve shares with you his eight key tips to taking a portrait, from revealing emotion to what background to use. Watch and learn as he takes portraits in Lisbon and Cuba. (08min 28sec + downloadable study sheet)

Two ideas, one comment. Learn from Steve about the important use of this technique in his photography. (06min 38sec + downloadable study sheet)

Go out, take chances, take risks and be curious about the world you live in.
Steve gives his insights and advice on how to try and make a living out of your photographs. He leaves you with some inspirational words and wishes you the best of luck on your journey. (02min 20sec + downloadable study sheet)