Royal Albert Hall launches mentorship programme for aspiring younger photographers | Dwell

The Royal Albert Hall has launched a brand new mentorship programme designed to supply rising photographers with the instruments and expertise required to interrupt into the reside occasions sector.

London-based photographers, aged 18-25, are invited to enter the FutureFocus scheme for the prospect to undertake the five-month programme, shadow world-class photographers within the Hall’s auditorium, and current a last exhibition within the 200-capacity Elgar Room. Applications are open till 11.59pm on Sunday, August 23.

Three profitable candidates can be chosen by this yr’s mentors, acclaimed photographers Andy Paradise, Frances Marshall and Temi Adegbayibi.

After endeavor a collection of workshops with the mentor group, individuals could have the chance to take photographs within the Elgar Room alongside a member of the mentor group, earlier than shifting to extra complicated performances within the auditorium.

Future Focus is about way more than growing technical abilities. We’re dedicated to creating inclusive pathways into the inventive industries

Matt Todd, Royal Albert Hall

Future Focus will conclude with a bunch exhibition on the Hall, showcasing the work captured all through every participant’s time within the programme.

“We couldn’t be more excited to launch this opportunity for aspiring young photographers, with the partnership and generosity of Andy Paradise, Frances Marshall and Temi Adegbayibi as mentors,” stated Matt Todd, the Royal Albert Hall’s director of programming. “Future Focus is about much more than developing technical skills. We’re committed to creating inclusive pathways into the creative industries, helping young people build confidence, develop their talents and see that there is a place for them in this sector. We can’t wait to see the applications for our inaugural year.”

Young photographers who need to participate within the Future Focus programme ought to submit their work through the portal. 

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