Class Description
In this course, students explored the street photography genre. This is the candid, spontaneous photography of people going about their daily lives—on the streets, in parks, in museums, in malls, in any public space.
Students experienced the challenge of working with a subject that is constantly changing before them. By looking at the work of past masters of this form such as Kertesz, Cartier‑Bresson, Levitt, Friedlander, and Winogrand, they gained an understanding of the importance of timing—both in terms of recognizing strong human moments and quickly organizing forms within the picture frame.
The Cambridge School of Weston is a progressive high school for day and boarding students in grades 9–12 and PG. CSW's mission is to provide a progressive education that emphasizes deep learning, meaningful relationships, and a dynamic program that inspires students to discover who they are and what their contribution is to their school, their community and the world.