LUMIX @ photokina 2018


LUMIX WORKSHOPS

photokina 2018 closed its gates and we can look back at four intensive days full of interesting stage and workshop presentations.

Stay up-to-date on Panasonic‘s program for photokina 2019 and visit this webpage regularly for the latest information around workshops and stage programs.

For reference of this year‘s program, you can still download the schedule here (PDF).

10:30-11:30 avatar

Creative Street Photography - Learn more about time-lapse and how to get stunning street and travel photographs

By Jonas Borg (in English)


Jonas Borg has lived, worked and studied in multiple countries. He travels extensively both privately and while working as a professional photographer for international clients. A passion for Jonas is to explore his travel destinations through street photography and capture cities transformations using time-lapses. He will share some tips & tricks on how to become a more creative street photographer and how to use the time-lapse function.

11:30-12:30 avatar

Creating a personal signature with image editing (Photoshop/Lightroom)

By Tabita Cargnel (in German)


This workshop focuses on unique visual language and personalised style. Develop your own unique image editing style to give your photos a professional finish. We discuss the possibilities in detail, from cropping and distortion correction to high contrast and skin retouching in portrait photography. Just how perfect is perfect, and how do you go about creating a personal style? Tabita Cargnel will provide practical tips that are useful in both portrait and architectural photography and can transform an amateur into a professional.

12:30-13:30 avatar

Intrepid Exposures: Tips and Tricks on Travelling for Photography

By Jacob James (in English)


Join LUMIX Ambassador Jacob James as he shares his experience of life as a travel photography professional to give you tips and tricks on how to plan your next photography trip. Jacob will share his insights gained from leading off-the-beaten path photo excursions to some of the most exciting and photogenic locations in the world.

13:30-14:30 avatar

Action Photography

By Steven Clarey (in English)


Steven Clarey will demonstrate his approach to action sports photography. How can you capture fast-paced action shots? What equipment and settings do you need to consider? Using the latest Lumix cameras, Steven takes us through his tips for capturing amazing images.

14:30-15:30 avatar

Video for beginners – the essentials for serious videography

By Bernard Bertrand (in English)


Delve into the world of videography with LUMIX Ambassador Bernard Bertrand and gain precious insights about creating a cinematic look. Whether it is technical approach, storyboard creation, model casting or music selection – Bernard’s workshop enables photographers to get started with serious videography.

15:30-16:30 avatar

Crashkurs Portrait 2

By Martin Krolop (in German)


The legendary YouTube portrait crash course is back. While Part 1 focused on taking photographs using "only" the available light, Part 2 covers staged and precise portrait photography. This involves using the benefits of modern mirrorless camera systems. Learn how to use the exposure and image preview in the viewfinder to paint with LED light and suitable light shapers. Good photography needs good light, but there's a whole lot more to light than meets the eye.

16:30-17:30 avatar

Conservation / Wildlife Photography

By Joakim Odelberg (in English)


Joakim has dedicated his life to conserve and protect endangered species and nature areas in the world. Learn to contribute with your own photos how to raise awareness about threathend animals and make a change. You have to be well prepared as nature never is predictable, so make sure you have the right equipment and never take unnecessary risks.
10:30-11:30 avatar

Game Changer for Professional Sports Photography

By Ian Cook (in English)


You will learn how to set the camera up for optimum AF performance, other camera settings to increase the speed of the camera’s general performance for shooting fast action. What settings you need to shoot sport from the shutter speeds, aperture settings and ISO (The fundamentals of shooting sport). How to use the 6K photo for remote sport shooting and how it can give you an edge. Using the Image app to allow you to get shots from a different perspective and how it can give you the edge.

11:30-12:30 avatar

Underwater Photography

By Joakim Odelberg (in English)


A healthy living sea is vital for every living organism on the planet. Joakim will show you how underwater photography and filming differs from above sealevel. What housing should you get, how to prepare and to make proper a location research. Follow Joakim underthe surface and experience an amazing world.

12:30-13:30 avatar

The philosophy of street photography

By Jörg Nicht (in German)


Street photography is more than just photographing people in public spaces. Street photography is first and foremost about our own attitude towards the world around us. It requires detailed observation, curiosity and a feel for different moods and situations. This in turn provides a springboard for developing image ideas, finding a suitable visual language and choosing perspectives. This workshop covers these topics and provides tips for technical realisation using selected examples.

13:30-14:30 avatar

Demystify colour management for your prints

By Ross Grieve (in English)


Join Lumix Ambassador Ross Grieve ,where he will discuss how he tackles colour correction, walking you thorough his workflow, to his software, even to when mistakes can happen. Find out how Ross treats his 4K and 6K photos, as well as his other imagery.

14:30-15:30 avatar

Action Photography

By Steven Clarey (in English)


Steven Clarey will demonstrate his approach to action sports photography. How can you capture fast-paced action shots? What equipment and settings do you need to consider? Using the latest Lumix cameras, Steve takes us through his tips for capturing amazing images.

15:30-16:30 avatar

Retouching and Art Work for Portrait and Beauty Shots

By Martin Dürr (in German)


Photographer Martin Duerr demonstrates how to get the best out of your images taken with LUMIX cameras. Effective und quick Retouching with Adobe RAW and other tools (Alienskin Exposure and Portrait Professional).

16:30-17:30 avatar

Filmmaking stories with Lumix G Cameras

By Nick Driftwood (in English)


Lumix Ambassador Nick Driftwood presents a special workshop regarding professional filmmaking techniques for aspirational filmmakers wanting to take their work more seriously. Nick is a big fan of Panasonic Lumix G including GH and GX cameras and uses them on solo, multi-cam, 360 and studio productions. Nick brings together a special workshop for Photokina to show you how to bring your experiences and stories to life with narrative filmmaking, discussing concept, planning, storyboarding, budgeting, team building, talent, equipment & technical plus other considerations to recreate your story to screen. Whether you are interested in documentary, sports, nature, drama or family videos this workshop will improve your films by incorporating a narrative structure, and, advise you how best to deliver your Lumix stories to the internet, TV or cinema.
10:30-11:30 avatar

Intuitive creativity makes the difference

By Kai Stuht (in German)


In the first part of the workshop, Kai Stuht explains how he discovered his intuitive gift and brought dreams, concepts and crazy photo ideas to life. Creativity is a strong expression of intuition, but these visions cannot be realised unless they are in harmony with the world around us. Conception and marketing play a key role here along with artistic creativity. In the second part of the workshop, Kai Stuht illustrates the impact of a completely emotional and documentary approach using a modern road trip in India as an example. Accompanying him on his journey was the brand-new Lumix G9, which was launched in January. Kai Stuht and cameraman Steve Bauerschäfer will present a series of charming short videos chronicling this thoroughly modern adventure.

11:30-12:30 avatar

How to use LUMIX cameras professionally for Wedding and Event Photography

By Jonas Borg (in English)


Jonas Borg have professionally used Lumix cameras for more than 8 years. He will talk on how he uses the cameras and workflow when photographing large events for corporate clients and private weddings. Among his customers are the Swedish Royal Family, major international companies and event agencies. Jonas was one of two photographers that photographed the Royal Wedding between the Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and Prince Daniel when they married in 2010.

12:30-13:30 avatar

Travel and social networks

By Jörg Nicht (in German)


Travel has never been more popular. Low-cost air fares entice people to hop on a plane and go somewhere. The world appears to be getting smaller all the time. However, travel and travel destinations are changing due to the ubiquity of social networks. It's no longer enough just to holiday in a beautiful place. Today's destinations also have be "instagrammable" What's more, we spend a lot of time scrolling through countless breathtaking images of stunning locations. This creates a sense of longing and desire. It's like leafing through an endless holiday brochure. How are these developments changing our view of the world? How does constantly sharing our journey with everyone at home influence travel today?

13:30-14:30 avatar

Visual Storytelling with impact

By Daimon Xanthopoulos (in English)


Documentary maker Daimon Xanthopoulos shows the impact visual storytelling can make. How do you build a powerful story with images? He explains how he works in the field but also how the selection process and final story evolve. What are the biggest strengths of the hybrid GH system and how you can use them to create impact with your story.

14:30-15:30 avatar

Black and White Portrait

By Viviana Galletta (in German)


In her workshop, Viviana Galletta explains the key principles of portrait photography in basic steps and shows you how to create an expressive portrait.

15:30-17:30 avatar

Professional filmmaking: Audio and video

By Nick Driftwood & Sennheiser (in English)


Filmmaking is more than merely pressing a record button. LUMIX Ambassador Nick Driftwood introduces you to the theoretical aspects behind professional filming, gives advice from his rich experiences and shows you some tricks. John McGregor of Sennheiser’s Sound Academy completes this workshop by teaching you about microphoning theory and choosing the right type of mic for your project.

17:30-18:30 avatar

4K & 6K Photography - The Secret to Capturing the Moment

By Ross Grieve (in English)


Ross Grieve is leading the way in 4K & 6K Photography. Ross also was one of two photographers involved in the Lumix GH5 campaign, where Ross was able to show the advantages of 4K and 6K Photography. Join Ross and learn how you can use this type of photography to capture those key moments.

18:30-19:30 avatar

The philosophy of street photography

By Jörg Nicht (in German)


Street photography is more than just photographing people in public spaces. Street photography is first and foremost about our own attitude towards the world around us. It requires detailed observation, curiosity and a feel for different moods and situations. This in turn provides a springboard for developing image ideas, finding a suitable visual language and choosing perspectives. This workshop covers these topics and provides tips for technical realisation using selected examples.

19:30-20:30 avatar

Documentary Photography with LUMIX LX100 and LUMIX G9

By Mikolaj Nowacki (in English)


Follow LUMIX Ambassador Mikolaj on his photographic journey through Europe. Whether it is photographic journalism or personal documentary, in a sunny city or on a rough sea - see how Mikolaj sees the world and photographs it with LUMIX equipment.
10:30-11:30 avatar

Intuitive creativity makes the difference

By Kai Stuht (in German)


In the first part of the workshop, Kai Stuht explains how he discovered his intuitive gift and brought dreams, concepts and crazy photo ideas to life. Creativity is a strong expression of intuition, but these visions cannot be realised unless they are in harmony with the world around us. Conception and marketing play a key role here along with artistic creativity. In the second part of the workshop, Kai Stuht illustrates the impact of a completely emotional and documentary approach using a modern road trip in India as an example. Accompanying him on his journey was the brand-new Lumix G9, which was launched in January. Kai Stuht and cameraman Steve Bauerschäfer will present a series of charming short videos chronicling this thoroughly modern adventure.

11:30-12:30 avatar

Action Photography

By Steven Clarey (in English)


Steven Clarey will demonstrate his approach to action sports photography. How can you capture fast-paced action shots? What equipment and settings do you need to consider? Using the latest Lumix cameras, Steve takes us through his tips for capturing amazing images.

12:30-13:30 avatar

Visual Storytelling with impact

By Daimon Xanthopoulos (in English)


Documentary maker Daimon Xanthopoulos shows the impact visual storytelling can make. How do you build a powerful story with images? He explains how he works in the field but also how the selection process and final story evolve. What are the biggest strengths of the hybrid GH system and how you can use them to create impact with your story.

13:30-14:30 avatar

Creative Street Photography - Learn more about time-lapse and how to get stunning street and travel photographs

By Jonas Borg (in English)


Jonas Borg has lived, worked and studied in multiple countries. He travels extensively both privately and while working as a professional photographer for international clients. A passion for Jonas is to explore his travel destinations through street photography and capture cities transformations using time-lapses. He will share some tips & tricks on how to become a more creative street photographer and how to use the time-lapse function.

14:30-15:30 avatar

Black and White Portrait

By Viviana Galletta (in German)


In her workshop, Viviana Galletta explains the key principles of portrait photography in basic steps and shows you how to create an expressive portrait.

15:30-16:30 avatar

Filmmaking stories with Lumix G Cameras

By Nick Driftwood (in English)


Lumix Ambassador Nick Driftwood presents a special workshop regarding professional filmmaking techniques for aspirational filmmakers wanting to take their work more seriously. Nick is a big fan of Panasonic Lumix G including GH and GX cameras and uses them on solo, multi-cam, 360 and studio productions. Nick brings together a special workshop for Photokina to show you how to bring your experiences and stories to life with narrative filmmaking, discussing concept, planning, storyboarding, budgeting, team building, talent, equipment & technical plus other considerations to recreate your story to screen. Whether you are interested in documentary, sports, nature, drama or family videos this workshop will improve your films by incorporating a narrative structure, and, advise you how best to deliver your Lumix stories to the internet, TV or cinema.

16:30-17:30 avatar

Demystify colour management for your prints

By Ross Grieve (in English)


Join Lumix Ambassador Ross Grieve ,where he will discuss how he tackles colour correction, walking you thorough his workflow, to his software, even to when mistakes can happen. Find out how Ross treats his 4K and 6K photos, as well as his other imagery.
 

STAGE PROGRAM

This years' Panasonic stage program was filled with exciting stories, insights into a photo-/videographer's daily challenges and inspiring imagery. Below you can find more information on the speakers and topics.

You can also download the full stage schedule as PDF.

10:30-11:30 avatar

Game Changer for Professional Sports Photography

By Ian Cook (in English)


Sport photography is not just about capturing speed and action. Sport photography is more about telling a story of the events of a game that unfold in front of you. Its the celebration of scoring a goal, losing and showing the emotion of defeat, to a fan stood in the rain watching his/her team play. Lumix has allowed Ian to get shots he could not have got with DSLR’s which has given him an advantage.

11:30-12:30 avatar

Intrepid Exposures: Tips and Tricks on Travelling for Photography

By Jacob James (in English)


Join LUMIX Ambassador Jacob James as he shares his experience of life as a travel photography professional to give you tips and tricks on how to plan your next photography trip. Jacob will share his insights gained from leading off-the-beaten path photo excursions to some of the most exciting and photogenic locations in the world.

12:30-13:30 avatar

Documentary Photography with LUMIX GH5

By Daniel Berehulak (in English)

Daniel Berehulak is an independent photojournalist based in Mexico City who has won the Pulitzer Prize in 2015 and 2017. A native of Sydney, Australia, and a regular contributor to The New York Times, he has visited more than 60 countries covering history-shaping events including the Iraq and Afghan wars. See how the LUMIX helps him to capture the energy and spirit of “Kushti” wrestlers in India.

13:30-14:30 avatar

LIVE Shooting: Charming Portraits

By Martin Krolop (in German)


Portrait photography is the supreme discipline of photography. Virtually no other subject encompasses so many different knowledge dimensions. Although other areas of photography may be more difficult, it is the human element that makes this discipline so complex. In this workshop, spectators from the audience will be photographed using suitable lighting on site. As the title of the workshop suggests, the aim is to create a CHARMING portrait.

14:30-15:30 avatar

One Planet - One Life - One Chance

By Joakim Odelberg (in English)

Its my privilege to take you on a journey. It starts in the sea and ends in the sea. The source of all life. With new methods and dedication, I like to show you some of the positive trends I have witnessed. A healthy living sea is vital for a better life and a better world.

15:30-16:30 avatar

How to use LUMIX cameras professionally for Wedding and Event Photography

By Jonas Borg (in English)

Jonas Borg have professionally used Lumix cameras for more than 8 years. He will talk on how he uses the cameras and workflow when photographing large events for corporate clients and private weddings. Among his customers are the Swedish Royal Family, major international companies and event agencies. Jonas was one of two photographers that photographed the Royal Wedding between the Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and Prince Daniel when they married in 2010.

16:30-17:30 avatar

More Than Just Food Photography

By Esther Ling (in English)

See how LUMIX Ambassador Esther Ling sets up a food shoot and the importance of props to give a narrative to the final image.
10:30-11:30 avatar

Intrepid Exposures: Tips and Tricks on Travelling for Photography

By Jacob James (in English)


Join LUMIX Ambassador Jacob James as he shares his experience of life as a travel photography professional to give you tips and tricks on how to plan your next photography trip. Jacob will share his insights gained from leading off-the-beaten path photo excursions to some of the most exciting and photogenic locations in the world.

11:30-12:30 avatar

„Trails Around the world"

By Philipp Reiter (in German)


Six days through the harsh jungle of Costa Rica, self-navigating for 101 km through the South African desert, precipitous ridges along the Norwegian fjords, 100 miles in the brutal heat of California, eight days crossing the Alps or clambering over the rocks of the Croatian island of Mljet – trail runner Philipp Reiter (Salomon Running) talks about his competitions and adventures on the world's trails and the way he captures them in photographs.

12:30-13:30 avatar

Documentary Photography with LUMIX GH5

By Daniel Berehulak (in English)


Daniel Berehulak is an independent photojournalist based in Mexico City who has won the Pulitzer Prize in 2015 and 2017. A native of Sydney, Australia, and a regular contributor to The New York Times, he has visited more than 60 countries covering history-shaping events including the Iraq and Afghan wars. See how the LUMIX helps him to capture the energy and spirit of “Kushti” wrestlers in India.

13:30-14:30 avatar

LIVE Shooting - Portrait / Beauty

By Martin Dürr (in German)


LIVE Shooting: Get to know the effective workflow with LUMIX cameras (G9/GX9) and small equipment for extraordenary and meaningful portraits that stay in mind.

14:30-16:30 avatar

Professional Filmmaking: Audio and Video

By Nick Driftwood & Sennheiser (in English)


Filmmaking is more than merely pressing a record button. LUMIX Ambassador Nick Driftwood introduces you to the theoretical aspects behind professional filming, gives advice from his rich experiences and shows you some tricks. John McGregor of Sennheiser’s Sound Academy completes this workshop by teaching you about microphoning theory and choosing the right type of mic for your project.

16:30-17:30 avatar

Life to Go – global adventure with Lumix G

By Life To Go (in German)


Daniel and Jessica have been travelling the world as Life to Go since August 2015. They travel and work with Lumix G cameras. Their travels around the globe have given them independence and a completely new kind of work-life balance. They will describe what it's like to travel around the world with no fixed address, how they fit all of their possessions into four rucksacks and how they depend on the Lumix G in their role as #TravelBlogger #TravelVlogger #Influencer and #ContentCreator.
10:30-11:30 avatar

4K & 6K Photography - The Secret to Capturing the Moment

By Ross Grieve (in English)


Ross Grieve is leading the way in 4K & 6K Photography. Ross also was one of two photographers involved in the Lumix GH5 campaign, where Ross was able to show the advantages of 4K and 6K Photography. Join Ross and learn how you can use this type of photography to capture those key moments.

11:30-12:30 avatar

LIVE Shooting: Fashion Photography

By Viviana Galletta (in German)


Viviana Galletta will demonstrate fashion photography from planning to realisation. You can watch Viviana live as she works with her LUMIX G camera and a model. She will demonstrate the key principles in basic steps and tell you what points you need to watch out for.

12:30-13:30 avatar

Action Photography with G9 - ideal to capture wildlife

By Bence Mate (in English)


Bence Mate is one of the world’s most famous nature photographers and has won many awards for his work. He has been using Panasonic LUMIX products since 2006. See through his images how the Pre-record function of the LUMIX G9 is changing action photography, allowing him to easily capture natural behavior of animals in their usual habitats.

13:30-15:30 avatar

LIVE Shooting: Portrait Only

By Kai Stuht (in German)


The Portrait Only idea of artist Kai Stuht aims to encourage people to break away from their own self-image and to portray them in an unusual way. With just a couple of props, he manages to give his subjects a completely new look. There is no mirror, no make-up and no retouching. The image should bear the artist's signature and nothing else. Commercial fashion photography has reduced us to a fixed self-image. However, a new style can create a completely different identity and reawaken the childlike joy associated with doing something new.We are more than just the self-image that we create. Fashion is an illusion, and a creative approach to fashion is the key to true individuality, as artist Kai Stuht demonstrates impressively with his Portrait Only photography.

15:30-16:30 avatar

Documentary Photography with LUMIX LX100 and LUMIX G9

By Mikolaj Nowacki (in English)


Follow LUMIX Ambassador Mikolaj on his photographic journey through Europe. Whether it is photographic journalism or personal documentary, in a sunny city or on a rough sea - see how Mikolaj sees the world and photographs it with LUMIX equipment.

16:30-17:30 avatar

Life to Go – Global adventure with Lumix G

By Life To Go (in German)


Daniel and Jessica have been travelling the world as Life to Go since August 2015. They travel and work with Lumix G cameras. Their travels around the globe have given them independence and a completely new kind of work-life balance. They will describe what it's like to travel around the world with no fixed address, how they fit all of their possessions into four rucksacks and how they depend on the Lumix G in their role as #TravelBlogger #TravelVlogger #Influencer and #ContentCreator.

17:30-18.30 avatar

Creative Street Photography - Learn more about time-lapse and how to get stunning street and travel photographs

By Jonas Borg (in English)


Jonas Borg has lived, worked and studied in multiple countries. He travels extensively both privately and while working as a professional photographer for international clients. A passion for Jonas is to explore his travel destinations through street photography and capture cities transformations using time-lapses. He will share some tips & tricks on how to become a more creative street photographer and how to use the time-lapse function.

18:30-19:30 avatar

Action Photography

By Steven Clarey (in English)


Steven Clarey will demonstrate his approach to action sports photography. How can you capture fast-paced action shots? What equipment and settings do you need to consider? Using the latest Lumix cameras, Steve takes us through his tips for capturing amazing images.

19:30-20:30 avatar

Astro Photography

By Daimon Xanthopoulos (in English)


Photographer Daimon Xanthopoulos has captured landscapes at night, known from Greek mythologies. These forgotten and atmospheric landscapes have something special at night and he captured them on his LUMIX G camera’s. He uses special techniques and it requires planning. In this workshops he shares his experience, technique and working method and gives tips on how to create these magical landscapes at night.
10:30-11:30 avatar

LIVE Shooting: Charming Portraits

By Martin Krolop (in German)


Portrait photography is the supreme discipline of photography. Virtually no other subject encompasses so many different knowledge dimensions. Although other areas of photography may be more difficult, it is the human element that makes this discipline so complex. In this workshop, spectators from the audience will be photographed using suitable lighting on site. As the title of the workshop suggests, the aim is to create a CHARMING portrait.

11:30-12:30 avatar

Astro Photography

By Daimon Xanthopoulos (in English)


Photographer Daimon Xanthopoulos has captured landscapes at night, known from Greek mythologies. These forgotten and atmospheric landscapes have something special at night and he captured them on his LUMIX G camera’s. He uses special techniques and it requires planning. In this workshops he shares his experience, technique and working method and gives tips on how to create these magical landscapes at night.

12:30-13:30 avatar

Action Photography with G9 - ideal to capture wildlife

By Bence Mate (in English)


Bence Mate is one of the world’s most famous nature photographers and has won many awards for his work. He has been using Panasonic LUMIX products since 2006. See through his images how the Pre-record function of the LUMIX G9 is changing action photography, allowing him to easily capture natural behavior of animals in their usual habitats.

13:30-15:30 avatar

LIVE Shooting: Portrait Only

By Kai Stuht (in German)


The Portrait Only idea of artist Kai Stuht aims to encourage people to break away from their own self-image and to portray them in an unusual way. With just a couple of props, he manages to give his subjects a completely new look. There is no mirror, no make-up and no retouching. The image should bear the artist's signature and nothing else. Commercial fashion photography has reduced us to a fixed self-image. However, a new style can create a completely different identity and reawaken the childlike joy associated with doing something new. We are more than just the self-image that we create. Fashion is an illusion, and a creative approach to fashion is the key to true individuality, as artist Kai Stuht demonstrates impressively with his Portrait Only photography.

15:30-16:30 avatar

Using the GH5s professionally

By Nikolaj Georgiew (in German)


Nikolaj Georgiew (cameraman) and Martin Rinderknecht (drone pilot) talk about using the LUMIX GH5s professionally in the feature film and commercial segments. The lightweight construction and extremely high quality of the GH5s make it possible to create virtually cinema-quality film images, making it the ideal tool for a wide variety of sets – from "Alarm für Cobra 11" and "Tatort" to commercials for Porsche Ferrari and Vodafone as well as Til Schweiger's latest film, "Head Full of Honey", the mini-series "Gladbeck" and the feature film "POINT BREAK 2015".

16:30-17:30 avatar

"Join me on my winter adventures."

By Lena Stoffel (in German)


Lena will talk about her life and travels as a freeskier. A film and photos document two episodes of her current project ""A Journey through Winter"". These episodes depict two separate journeys taken last winter – a trip in a van through the snow-covered Alps and a journey to Japan, a paradise for deep-snow skiers. With spectacular images of her sport, incredible landscapes and, of course, enormous quantities of snow, she gives an insight into the magic of the Japanese winter and the joys of living in a van in the depths of winter.