A TRULY MEMORABLE WEEKEND IN VIENNA

A massive and heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the Leica Akademie Street Photography Masterclass in Vienna this past weekend. It truly was an honor and a distinct pleasure to share the experience with such a talented and enthusiastic group.

 

I took away so many great moments from the masterclass, from the technical breakthroughs to the shared camaraderie. However, my most memorable moment had to be standing inside that magnificent church, watching the natural light stream in through the windows, perfectly timed with the music playing.

 

I’m certainly not afraid to admit that the sheer beauty and atmosphere of that scene gave me genuine goosebumps. Those moments—where light, sound, and feeling perfectly align—are the soul of photography.

Thank you again for making it such an inspiring weekend!

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Phil Penman

UK-born, NY-based photographer Phil Penman has documented the rapid flux of New York City's streets for over 25 years. With clients ranging from People Magazine to The Daily Telegraph, he has photographed celebrated living legends, including Jennifer Lopez and Bill Gates, and captured historical moments such as the September 11th Terrorist Attacks. Penman's distinctive style, versatility, and dedication to his craft has won him prestigious awards and exhibitions, including the Leica Fotografie international Picture Prize and distinction as one of the "52 Most Influential Street Photographers" alongside industry legends, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Sebastião Salgado

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