Manipulators of light

Here are five talks by phenomenal photographers. Sculptors and shapers of light.

Erik Kessels on the power of failure

Talks > Art & Photography / Graphic Design & Illustration / Information Design

Do not fear failure; move towards your mistakes. Dutch advertising guru Erik Kessels shares some industry wisdom at the Design Indaba Conference. >

11 Mar 21
The craft of image creation with W&N Studios

Talks > Art & Photography / Film & Animation / Music & Sound Design

Warren Du Preez and Nick Thorton Jones are London-based image makers, artists and film makers who've worked with Bjork, Alexander McQueen and Iris Van Herpen. >

11 Oct 16
Omar Victor Diop on the tradition of portraiture in Senegal

Talks > African Design / Art & Photography

Senegalese photographer Omar Victor Diop is reviving the tradition of studio photography in Senegal, and recreating portraits of historical African leaders. >

29 Sep 15
Joy Mckinney on overstepping her boundaries (trailer)

Trailers > Art & Photography

Artist Joy Mckinney touches complete strangers on the streets of New York City – and captures people's reactions on camera. >

19 Nov 14
David Goldblatt on life through the lens

Talks > African Design / Art & Photography

The veteran photographer selects 20 career-defining photos that open a window onto South Africa's conflicted history. >

3 Sep 14