Palermofoto, a historic photography school active on both the Italian and international scene since 1975, presents CHASING PALERMO, an intensive street photography workshop led by professional photographer Julie Hrudová. The course will take place from February 13 to 15, 2026, in the heart of Palermo’s historic center—a crossroads of cultures, everyday gestures, and urban contrasts that offers a unique setting for exploring visual storytelling.
Over three days, participants will have the opportunity to develop a personal approach to street photography, learning how to identify potential stories in public spaces, observe everyday life, and transform fleeting moments into meaningful images. The program alternates guided photo walks, critical feedback sessions on participants’ work, and an evening street photography practice, making use of the city’s night lights.
The workshop is designed for those who wish to refine their visual awareness, ability to read the street, and technical responsiveness, while also developing a more confident and mindful way of moving around subjects and urban situations. Group critiques and individual feedback help participants better understand their results and progressively strengthen their visual language.

Program highlights:

• February 13 – Morning: introduction and presentation | Afternoon: photo walk.
• February 14 – Morning: feedback session | Afternoon/evening: street photography in low-light conditions.
• February 15 – Morning: feedback and discussion | Afternoon: street photography practice and workshop closing.

With limited places to ensure personalized guidance, the workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore street photography under the direction of an internationally active photographer.

About the Author

Julie Hrudová (born in Prague, Czech Republic, 1988) is an internationally active street and documentary photographer, currently based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Her work explores everyday urban life, with a particular focus on spontaneous moments, visual ambiguity, and unconventional narrative structures.
Hrudová has collaborated with numerous international media outlets and institutions, including CBS News, The Guardian, VICE News, and Het Parool, producing editorial projects, exhibitions, and publications across several countries. Among her best-known works is Chasing Amsterdam, a street photography project developed through weekly assignments for the Dutch newspaper Het Parool between 2020 and 2021, later published as a photobook selected by de Volkskrant as one of the best photography books of 2022.
Alongside her photographic practice, Julie works as a photo editor for RTL News TV, is a member of the international photography collective Burn My Eye, and founded StreetRepeat, a platform dedicated to analyzing visual patterns in street photography. She also regularly teaches visual storytelling and leads workshops throughout Europe.

CHASING PALERMO – Street Photography Workshop with Julie Hrudová
February 13–15, 2026 | Palermofoto – Palermo – Italy

More info:

https://www.palermofoto.it/chasing_palermo_con_julie_hrudova-r17968

https://juliehrudova.com/