The Personal Story with Susan Burnstine

Photographic images are deeply rooted in personal emotion. This is the case whether they are found or created, regardless of genre—be it landscape, still life, portraiture, nature, abstraction, photojournalism, self-portrait, or documentary. As photographers we strive to convey our vision in a true, honest, and consistent manner, establishing an emotional connection with each image we create.

Under Susan’s practiced tutelage, you will learn how to articulate and refine your vision by delving into symbolism, metaphor, and personal stories. In the process, you will examine your own personal narratives, aesthetics, and psychology in image making.

Through hands-on demonstrations, creative exercises tailored to you, group discussions, photographing assignments, and portfolio reviews, you are encouraged and inspired to grow and reach the next level of your artistic achievement. Also, we will discuss such practical topics as long-term project development, portfolio editing, marketing, publishing, and exhibitions.

Join Susan for a rich exploration of the self, as you harness the power of photography to realize individual narratives.

About Susan
Susan Burnstine, an award-winning fine art and commercial photographer, originally from Chicago now based in Los Angeles. Susan is represented in galleries across the world, widely published, teaches workshops internationally, curates exhibitions, frequently reviews portfolios at numerous festivals and has also written for several photography magazines, including a monthly column for Black & White Photography Magazine (UK).

Selection of Susan’s Images

Across Old Albion Road

Bridge to Nowhere

Lost Highway