Film & Photography
Auxerre (Burgundy) is the biggest city near my home, not far from Paris, but in the middle of the countryside. This place is steeped in history and when the sun lights up the sky, I like to take a photographic walk there… Photos by Franc Peret (Photography Teacher) Double click on pictures to get the…
Ever since I discovered it in 1995, I’ve loved Hong Kong. It is a unique place in the world. Small in size but so huge in flavors, meanings and cultural diversity. I love this place and my only regret is that I never having lived there. Franc Peret TIPS : 1- Always click on the…
History is on its way in France, with its yellow vest insurrection and I couldn’t let it go without being part of it as a visual witness, due to my photo and video journalist background By Franc Peret I left home at 5:30 am took a train and spent my day in Paris, searching for…
For beginners, a good photography starts with a good subject. While progressing, the quality of light becomes a priority over subject, as any of them can deliver a great result as soon a moody lighting is falling on it. Franc Peret In my Essential Photography Classes, I very quickly emphasize the importance of light to…
I am used to divide my Essential Photography course in three steps. First, providing essential technical knowledge. Second, explaining essential composition rules. Last but not least, developing student’s conceptual mind. Here is how it works. By Franc Peret Taking successful pictures is both a simple task and a complicated one. Simple, because the process involved…
By expressing their satisfaction through their testimonial, my formner students are delivering the best award I can dream of. By Franc Péret When I created the content of my Photography Course, 12 years ago, I had a very personal (and genuine) concept in mind. I have no need to explain it to you as my…
Which course to choose? Advanced or Essential class? I am often receiving this question when time comes to enroll to one of my photography program. Here is the answer. Franc Peret I am offering 2 different Photography courses: Advanced and Essential and despite the detailed description on my website, it can be difficult to choose.…
Many amateur photographer think that to achieve a black and white picture they just need to get rid of the color of a regular shot. Nothing could be more wrong than this belief. Here is why… By Franc Peret In my teaching, I always say to my students that Black and White pictures are “dangerous”,…
This Colorful chalk on blackboard exhibit in Shanghai street looks like Some wishes for 2016 by a local street artist. By Franc Peret A real art piece as it is invaluable, nobody can buy it and it is going to be erased within a month… Actually, those who are living in China know about those…
This is another Night shooting session in Shanghai, with 6 of my students in the same area as the previous Night Walk. However, each time, it is a different experience due to the personality of the participant, the mood of the moment and the direction we are taking. Another great session with great people. By…