FIND YOUR VISION
FIND YOUR VISION is a masterclass about developing a personal photographic language, learning how to see, make choices, and turn your perspective into a body of work. Through lectures, assignments, discussions, and portfolio reviews, participants explore the creative process from idea to final edit. Led by Fabio Bucciarelli, Manu Brabo, and Diego Ibarra Sánchez.
FIND YOUR VISION is a masterclass about developing a personal photographic language, learning how to see, make choices, and turn your perspective into a body of work. Through lectures, assignments, discussions, and portfolio reviews, participants explore the creative process from idea to final edit. Led by Fabio Bucciarelli, Manu Brabo, and Diego Ibarra Sánchez.
©Manu Brabo
©Fabio Bucciarelli
©Diego Ibarra Sanchéz
©Fabio Bucciarelli
©Manu Brabo
©Diego Ibarra Sanchéz
Find your vision
From Seeing to Storytelling
From November 11 to November 14, 2026
Docks Dora | Turin | Italy
Find your own photographic voice and developing a personal authorial language through lectures, assignments, discussions, and portfolio reviews with Fabio Bucciarelli, Manu Brabo, and Diego Ibarra Sánchez.
Program
Day 1FROM CONCEPT TO THE FIELD
09:00 – 09:30 | Welcome Breakfast
10:00 – 10:30 | Workshop Introduction
Presentation of the program, the philosophy of the workshop, and its key objectives. Led by the three mentors, this session sets the framework for the learning experience and outlines expectations.
10:30 – 13:00 | Group Division & Assignment Brief (Plenary)
Division into 3 working groups to brainstorm story ideas, assign projects, and set initial goals.
13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch Break
14:30 – 16:30 | Mentor Talk: Diego Ibarra Sánchez
16:30 – 20:00 | Fieldwork (Session 1)
Day 2 REFINING THE VISION
09:00 – 10:00
Portfolio Review
One-on-one sessions with experienced mentors to receive personalized feedback on your photographic work, portfolio, visual style, and storytelling approach.
10:00 – 11:30 | Guest Talk: Fabio Tonacci
A special lecture with La Repubblica journalist and correspondent Fabio Tonacci, focusing on field journalism, the search and verification of sources, and the challenges of reporting from conflict and crisis zones.
11:30 – 13:00 | Group Work Session
Reviewing the first batch of images in groups to refine narrative structure and plan next steps.
13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch Break
14:30 – 16:30 | Mentor Talk: Fabio Bucciarelli
13:00 – 14:30 | Fieldwork (Session 2)
Participants return to the field to expand their stories and fill narrative gaps.
Day 3 DEVELOPING THE VISUAL LANGUAGE
09:00 – 10:00 | Portfolio Review
One-on-one sessions with experienced mentors to receive personalized feedback on your photographic work, portfolio, visual style, and storytelling approach.
10:00 – 11:00 | Plenary Session
Open forum with all mentors and peers to discuss challenges, ask questions, and pivot ideas.
11:00 – 13:30 | Group Work Session
Return to your group for an in-depth editing session with your dedicated mentor, reviewing the progress of your story, refining your approach, and defining the next steps and direction of your project.
13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch Break
13:00 – 14:30 | Mentor Talk: Manu Brabo
Through Manu’s work in various conflict zones over more than 15 years, we will explore the different challenges this profession presents, highlighting the inevitable coordination and cooperation between writer and photographer when working for major newspapers, where the text often sets the pace of the story.
16:30 | Fieldwork (Session 3)
Day 4 EDITING & PRESENTING THE WORK
09:00 – 10:30 | Portfolio Review
Morning coffee combined with final 1-on-1 portfolio review slots.
10:30 – 13:00 | Final Editing & Curation (Part 1)
Roundtable with your three mentors to select your strongest images, refine the visual narrative, and shape the final sequence of your project.
13:00- 14:30
Lunch Break
14:30 – 17:30 | Final Editing & Project Completion (Part 2)
Finalizing image sequences, drafting captions, layout polishing, and exporting files.
21:30 – 22:30 | Screening & Final Presentation
Public screening and presentation of the completed student photo essays, accompanied by live music.
22:30 – LATE | Closing Party
Celebration to wrap up the workshop with live DJ music, drinks, and networking.
The Factory
This workshop isn’t held in an ordinary rented space, it takes place at The Factory, Fabio Bucciarelli’s studio and gallery, located within the Docks Dora complex in Turin. Once an industrial area dominated by factories and warehouses, Docks Dora has been transformed into a vibrant creative hub, home to coworking spaces, startups, cultural venues, and a dynamic community of artists and professionals.
For the last decade, The Factory has been a creative hub for photojournalism, developing projects, curating exhibitions, and hosting HEAT courses. Today it’s the core of Fabio’s work, where he creates books, organizes exhibitions, connects with friends and photographers, and welcomes visiting artists.
Participating in a workshop here means immersing yourself in a unique creative ecosystem, where experimentation, dialogue, and exchange are at the core of the experience.
A Different Model
*An ARCI membership card, valid for one year, is required to participate in the masterclass. The €15 fee is not included in the price, and membership can be completed online via the link provided or directly on-site.
Mentors
Fabio Bucciarelliis an Italian photographer, journalist, and author known internationally for his documentation of conflicts and humanitarian crises. Bucciarelli’s evocative images not only capture the human experience but also engage viewers on a visceral level, encouraging deep reflection on the complexities of the modern world. Recognized as one of the most influential photojournalists of our time, Bucciarelli collaborates with leading editorial platforms, including La Repubblica, Die Zeit, and The New York Times, and his work has earned several international awards, including the Robert Capa Gold Medal, multiple World Press Photo, multiple Sony World Photography Awards, the Visa d’Or News, the Lucie Award, and The Bayeux-Calvados for War Correspondents. He has also won thirteen POY awards, including the title of Photographer of the Year in 2019.
Over the past decade, Fabio Bucciarelli has complemented his work as a photojournalist with extensive writing and teaching activities. Since 2009, he has contributed dispatches from conflict zones for Il Fatto Quotidiano and co-authored a book on the Libyan war with Stefano Citati. He has also published three long-term photographic books, further developing his narrative approach through exhibitions and author-driven projects.
Alongside his editorial work, Fabio has developed an ongoing educational practice, leading international courses, workshops, and masterclasses in photojournalism across Europe and beyond. Over the years, he has been invited to share his experience at institutions and events such as the International Journalism Festival, Bocconi University, Repubblica delle Idee, Visa pour l’Image, the Turin International Book Fair, the Bronx Documentary Center, and the Frontline Club, among others. He has also taken part in TEDx talks and appeared on Italian television programs, including Che Tempo Che Fa and Piazza Pulita. In 2022, he worked as a correspondent for RAI TG3 covering the war in Ukraine.
Diego Ibarra Sánchez (Spain, 1982) is a visual journalist and educator based in Lebanon and a regular contributor to The New York Times since 2012, specializing in long-term projects. Author of the photobook The Phoenician Collapse (2022), with a foreword by Amin Maalouf, he describes his work as “painting with light” in times of violence, blending documentary and poetic approaches.
He began working with The New York Times in Pakistan, where he lived for five years, and has collaborated with international media and organizations. His work focuses on conflicts and humanitarian crises across countries such as Syria, Iraq, Ukraine, Pakistan, and Lebanon, covering major events including the Yazidi genocide and the fall of Mosul’s Caliphate.
The Phoenician Collapse, developed over seven years in Lebanon, received international recognition, including Best Independent Book by the Lucie Foundation. He has also contributed to several collective photobook projects.
His awards include a Pulitzer Prize acknowledgment (2023) with The New York Times for coverage in Ukraine, the 2026 World Press Photo award for his long-term project on how war affects education, POY Asia (2024), NPPA (2025), and a Getty Images Grant. His work has been exhibited worldwide.
Manu Brabo began his career as an independent photojournalist in 2007 in Kosovo. Since then, Manu has used photography to investigate violence among humankind, working for media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal and The Associated Press, NGOs such as Reporters Without Borders, and foundations like The Wellcome Trust.
He has been awarded the Pulitzer Prize, five Picture of the Year International (POYI) awards, and the British Press Awards. His work has been exhibited at festivals, photography centers, and art galleries across Europe and the United States. In 2017, in collaboration with National Geographic, he created a retrospective of his work in the Middle East titled Un Día Cualquiera, exhibited in Madrid and Barcelona.
He has taken part in various projects supporting the Spanish Breast Cancer Federation and promotional campaigns for the Prado Museum and Samsung. Additionally, he has carried out cultural projects such as the musical show Ukráina with the rock band Toundra and with the Gijón International Film Festival (FICX).
Guest
Fabio Tonacci is an Italian journalist and war correspondent for the daily newspaper La Repubblica. Throughout his career, he has covered major judicial investigations, political affairs, and international crises.
Since 2022, he has reported extensively from conflict zones and areas affected by major natural disasters. Together with photographer Fabio Bucciarelli, he has travelled to some of the world’s most volatile crisis areas, including Ukraine, Sudan, Haiti, the West Bank, and Lebanon, producing in-depth reportage that documents both the events themselves and their impact on the people affected.
FAQ
Who is this masterclass for?
The masterclass is open to everyone, with no age or experience requirements. It is designed for anyone interested in developing a personal photography project, deepening their visual language, or exploring a more structured approach to working.
What language will the masterclass be taught in?
Do I need to prepare anything in advance?
Preparation is not mandatory, but it is highly recommended. Bring the stories you’d like to discuss and explore further with the mentors, who will dedicate their time to reviewing and providing feedback on your portfolio.
Will there be an opportunity to receive individual feedback
Yes. While most of the sessions will take place in a group setting to encourage collective learning and exchange, individual reviews and one-on-one feedback sessions are also part of the program. Each participant will receive dedicated attention from the mentors throughout the masterclass.
How do I get there?
Once you have registered, you will receive all the logistical information in detail, including directions, transportation, meeting points, as well as recommendations on where to eat and stay.
Where can I stay?
There are several accommodation options in Turin. We are preparing a list of recommended places to stay, covering a range of price points, which will be shared soon with all registered participants.
Do I need to bring my own equipment? What should I bring?
Yes. Please bring your camera (with a wide-angle lens, preferably a 35mm) and a laptop with your preferred editing software (like Lightroom or Photoshop). These are essential for the shooting and post-production sessions.
What if I am no longer able to attend?
If you’re unable to attend, please note that the registration fee is non-refundable. However, to ensure you still benefit from the experience, we will offer you a one-hour individual call with each of the four mentors. This way, you can recover some of the content and receive tailored feedback on your work.
Can I record the masterclass?
No, recording is not allowed. This policy is in place to create a respectful and safe environment where participants feel free to share their work and ideas without concern about being recorded or having their contributions shared outside the context of the masterclass.