Raffaele Ferrari · Venice
Venice
Breathes
in Fog
Through empty canals at dawn, mirrors of still water,
the silence of San Marco before the world arrives.
Cannaregio
Rialto
Burano
Giudecca
Lagoon
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Where We Shoot
Every session is guaranteed to run.
Even with a single participant, the workshop departs on schedule. No minimum group size, no cancellations. Your Venice experience is confirmed from the moment you book.
Not the
postcard Venice.
The real one.
Venice is the most photographed city in the world — and most images look identical. This workshop is about finding the other Venice: the one that exists at 5am, in fog, in the quiet canals of Cannaregio, in the colour-soaked light of Burano. It’s a way of seeing, not a list of locations.
Fog & Reflections
The unique diffused light of Venice — water mirrors, acqua alta, winter mist.
Early Morning
San Marco at 5am — silence, no crowds, extraordinary light.
Long Exposure
Grand Canal by night, lagoon minimalism, silky water.
Hidden Venice
Cannaregio alleys, Giudecca, Burano — beyond San Marco.
What You
Will Learn
Every day combines shooting in the field with personal image review and feedback.
- Working with reflections & water light
- Long exposure & night photography
- Composition in complex urban environments
- Visual storytelling & narrative series
- Finding originality in over-photographed places
- Editing & portfolio selection
- Building a coherent visual body of work
What Is Included
- Pick up & drop off from nearest train station or airport
- All ground transport — car, driver, tolls
- Full-time guidance & personalized instruction
- Optional night photo tour in Venice
- Daily image review & editing sessions
Not included: Accommodation · Meals · Flights to Venice · Travel insurance
Flexible dates available. Private 1-to-1 sessions available year-round.
What They Experienced
San Marco at 5am in the fog — no one there, just reflections and silence. That image changed how I see photography. Raffaele knew exactly when and where to be. Extraordinary.
Netherlands · Venice Workshop 2025
I had been to Venice three times before. This was the first time I actually saw it. The hidden canals, Burano at golden hour, the Grand Canal at night — a completely different city.
United Kingdom · Venice Workshop 2024
Raffaele teaches you to find originality in the most photographed place on earth. I came back with images I had never imagined I could make in Venice. Highly recommended.
France · Venice Workshop 2025
Everything You
Need to Know
Is this suitable for beginners? +
Yes. All levels welcome. The focus is on observation, light and personal vision — not technical complexity. Guidance adapts fully to each participant.
What camera do I need? +
Any camera with manual mode. A tripod is useful for long exposures and night photography. A wide-angle lens is recommended for the narrow canals and architecture.
When is the best time to photograph Venice? +
Autumn and winter offer fog, acqua alta and extraordinary atmosphere with fewer tourists. September combines warm light with the beginning of the moody season.
Is accommodation included? +
No. Participants arrange their own accommodation. Raffaele provides recommendations without commission on request.
Can I book a private 1-to-1 session? +
Yes. Private workshops are available year-round with flexible dates. Contact Raffaele directly for availability and pricing.
Do we go to Burano and Murano? +
Yes. Burano is a standard part of the workshop — its coloured houses and reflections are exceptional for photography. Murano can be added depending on the duration chosen.
Other Expeditions
Your Venice
Experience Awaits
Write to Raffaele with your preferred dates and format. The expedition departs regardless of group size.