This archived workshop programme took place from 15 to 20 January 2025 and focused on documentary photography in Baghdad, Mosul and surrounding areas.
Participants worked with experienced photographers, multilingual guides and local experts while examining Iraq’s markets, architecture and recent history. The group was limited to five photographers, with local support and cultural-sensitivity guidance throughout the journey.
Programme
- Markets, ancient mosques and Al-Mutanabbi Street in Baghdad
- The site of Saddam Hussein’s former palace, photographed in relation to contemporary Iraq
- Mosul and surrounding areas, with attention to the aftermath of the US-Iraq War and the war against IS
Included in the workshop
- Accommodation in four-star hotels
- Air-conditioned transport
- Driver and guide fees
- Unlimited mineral water, buffet breakfast and evening coffee
Practical information
Dates
15 to 20 January 2025
Group size
Five photographers
Workshop fee
USD 1,500 with a shared room
USD 1,800 with a private room
Suggested equipment
DSLR or MSC camera, 15–35 mm lenses for landscapes, 50–70 mm lenses for portraits and a tripod.
Clothing and essentials
Comfortable, modest clothing suitable for warm weather; comfortable walking shoes; personal toiletries; and personal medication.
Visa and insurance
Iraq offered visas on arrival to many nationalities. Participants were asked to verify the requirements applicable to their nationality. The programme required travel insurance and advised participants to confirm appropriate coverage before departure.
Workshop contact
Laurin Strele
info@laurinstrele.com
+43 6631040511
@laurinstrele
