Cartagena · Colombia
Street Photography Workshop in Cartagena
Photo walks for travelers, photographers and visual storytellers who want to experience the city beyond tourism — led by documentary photographer Rafael Bossio.
Manifesto
Cartagena is more than colorful streets and colonial architecture. It is rhythm, movement, music, contrast, memoryand the texture of everyday life. We photograph what tourism walks past.
Three experiences
Workshops
Duration: 1 hours
Starting from: 150 USD
Getsemaní Street Walk
Explore the visual energy of Getsemaní — murals, music, local characters, movement, textures, and everyday moments.
Perfect for:
- Beginners learning composition and observation
- Portrait photographers
- Travelers wanting authentic images
- Fujifilm, Leica, Sony, Canon, Nikon users welcome
Topics covered:
- Street photography ethics
- How to approach people
- Natural light techniques
- Visual storytelling
- Camera settings in dynamic environments
- Working with color and contrast
Duration: 2 hours
Starting from: 250 USD
Mercado de Bazurto Documentary Experience
One of the most intense and visually powerful locations in Cartagena. Bazurto is movement, chaos, color, labor, music, food, and survival.
This experience is designed for photographers interested in:
- Documentary photography
- Human-centered storytelling
- Fast-paced environments
- Developing confidence shooting in public spaces
Includes:
- Guided walk with local context
- Visual exercises
- Real-time feedback
- Safety recommendations
- Help building visual narratives
Starting from: 350 USD
San Basilio de Palenque Cultural Photo Journey
Photograph one of the most historically important Afro-descendant communities in Latin America.
This is a deeper cultural and photographic experience focused on:
- Portraiture
- Oral memory
- Music and tradition
- Documentary storytelling
- Respectful visual practices
Ideal for photographers interested in anthropology, culture, and long-form storytelling.
Custom experience — transportation coordination available.
What Makes This Experience Different?
Unlike traditional photo tours, this workshop is built from the perspective of a local documentary photographer actively working in Cartagena’s cultural and social spaces.
You will:
- Explore places beyond tourist photography
- Learn how to observe and anticipate moments
- Improve confidence photographing strangers
- Understand the cultural context behind the images
- Receive personalized feedback during the walk
- Create a stronger visual narrative from your trip
Who Is This For?
- Travelers passionate about photography
- Street photographers
- Documentary photographers
- Photography students
- Content creators
- Visual artists
- Beginners wanting to improve their eye
- Advanced photographers looking for local access
Equipment Recommendations
Bring whatever camera feels comfortable to you.
Recommended:
- 35mm or 50mm prime lens
- 24–70mm zoom
- Lightweight camera setup
- Comfortable shoes
- Extra batteries and memory cards
The workshop focuses more on observation and storytelling than expensive gear.
Booking
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experience.
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Tell us about you
Photography level and interests.
Choose an experience
Getsemaní, Bazurto or Palenque.
Custom itinerary
We tailor the walk to you.
Private Workshops
1-on-1 personalized experience adapted to your level and interests.
Small Groups
Available for friends, photography schools, creative teams and travel groups.
Languages & Availability
English and Spanish. Workshops available year-round in Cartagena.
