As a school of photography, a gallery, and a project space, the Market Photo Workshop has played a pivotal role in the training of South Africa’s photographers, ensuring that visual literacy reaches neglected and marginalised parts of our society. Since it was founded in 1989 by world-renowned photographer David Goldblatt, the Photo Workshop has been an agent of change and representation, informing photographers, visual artists, educators, students and broader communities of trends, issues and debates in photography and visual culture.
We believe in progressive education that challenges traditional modes of thinking, continuously encouraging students to critically engage with the world around them. Our courses are aimed at developing photography skills, but also focus on entrepreneurial skills, enabling students to enter the photography market with confidence.
The Market Photo Workshop is a division of The Market Theatre Foundation.
To be a leading and relevant resource for photography learning and practice in South Africa and throughout the continent, with a significant international presence.
To enable a photography learning and training environment by offering accessible and quality experiences in photography skills, visual literacy, critical thinking and public programmes.