Step into the world of one of Europe’s most acclaimed street photographers. Siegfried Hansen is renowned for transforming everyday urban scenes into striking compositions of lines, colours, and coincidences. In this Leica Akademie Masterclass, Hansen will guide participants through his approach to seeing and constructing images, combining fieldwork with structured classroom sessions.
What to Expect:
- Hands-On Photowalks: Capture Singapore’s vibrant streets under Hansen’s guidance, learning to see beyond subjects and discover hidden visual connections.
- Classroom Insights: Structured discussions exploring Hansen’s philosophy, techniques, and award-winning projects.
- Curated Curriculum: A programme developed by Hansen, blending theory with practice to sharpen both technical precision and artistic vision
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Personal Guidance: Ongoing review and critique to refine both individual images and overall approach, strengthening clarity and consistency in your visual storytelling
Who Should Attend:
This masterclass is ideal for:
- Photographers looking to refine their street photography practice
- Professionals seeking fresh perspectives on composition and storytelling.
- Photographers who want to push creative boundaries with their craft.
Workshop Outline:
5pm – End
Date: 6 and 7 November 2026
Time: 9am to 5pm
Venue: Leica Store South Beach Quarter
Spaces are limited to maintain a focused learning environment. Secure your place today and immerse yourself in a transformative journey with Siegfried Hansen.
Things to note:
- Participants are required to bring their own cameras; all camera systems are welcome. A limited selection of Leica cameras will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Participants are encouraged to bring a notebook or electronic device for note-taking.
- We reserve the right to cancel the workshop if the minimum number of participants is not met. Should this occur, full refunds will be provided.
Siegfried Hansen, born in 1961, is a photographer, author and coach and is one of the most renowned German street photographers. Since 2022 he is Leica Referent from the German Leica Akademie and works with Switzerland/ Austrian Leica Akademie.
His work has been presented worldwide in solo and group exhibitions. He is co-founder of the "German Street Photography Festival". Hansen's works are also represented in several photo books "Streetfotografie made in Germany" (2018) and in the worldwide published "Street Photography Now" (2011).
His own books "Hold the Line" (2015 Kettler Verlag) and "The flow of the lines" (2020 Eyeshot publisher) have been published very successfully. In his workshops, Hansen conveys his outstanding specialist knowledge as well as his special type and technique of photography in a vivid and practice-oriented manner.
