Limited Spaces! Sunday July 13, 2025: The Nikon Z8/Z9 Masterclass + London Street Photography Intensive

The Nikon Z8/Z9 Masterclass + London Street Photography Intensive

With Steve Simon, The Passionate Photographer

Firmware 3.00 Z8 / Firmware 5.20 Z9 Fully Covered

 In-Person in London | 3-Hour Masterclass + 6-Hour Guided Shoot

Master Your Nikon Z8 or Z9 in One Inspiring Day on the Streets of London

Join internationally acclaimed photographer and educator Steve Simon for a transformative in-person masterclass designed to help you unlock the full power of your Nikon Z8 or Z9—and then immediately apply what you’ve learned in the vibrant, photogenic streets of London.

Whether you’re a new Nikon Z8 owner or a seasoned Z9 shooter looking to take full advantage of the game-changing firmware 3.00/5.20 updates, this workshop blends technical mastery with real-world application in one unforgettable experience.

What You’ll Experience:

The Classroom (3 Hours) – Get Set to Shoot Smarter

We begin with a focused and high-impact technical session where Steve breaks down the most important features of the Z8/Z9. This includes:

• Steve’s Big Eight strategies for maximizing responsiveness and simplicity

• Smart AF setup & customization for street, action, portrait & low-light

• The power of Menu Banks & User Settings with downloadable setup cards

  • 180MP pixel shift stacking

  • Custom AF-area boxes & refined 3D tracking

  • High-Speed “C15” burst shooting with pre-release capture

  • Focus Limiter, Manual Focus overlays, Auto Capture 2.0 & more

    Full breakdown of firmware 3.00 / 5.20 enhancements, including:

• Workflow tips for on-the-go shooting and JPEG optimization

• How to use Steve’s downloadable BIN file to instantly populate your Z settings

You’ll leave this session with your camera fully dialed in and your confidence sky-high. 

The London Street Shoot (6 Hours) – Put It All Into Practice

Then we hit the streets. You’ll be mentored in the field by Steve as we explore some of London’s most diverse, dynamic, and visually rich locations—carefully selected to challenge and inspire.

Expect a curated mix of:

• Iconic locations like Covent Garden, Soho, Southbank, and the alleys around Brick Lane

• Street life & markets: Borough Market, Spitalfields, and the always electric Camden

• Modern architectural scenes around the Barbican and The City

• Quiet corners & moody light for candid, layered storytelling

You’ll shoot side-by-side with Steve, refining your eye, improving your response time, and mastering techniques like shooting with the articulating screen and layering for depth and context. Expect personalized feedback, technical coaching, and mini-challenges as you shoot.

What You Get:

• 🎓 3-Hour In-Person Masterclass with Steve Simon

• 🏙️ 6-Hour Guided Photo Shoot Through Central London

• 📥 Downloadable Z8/Z9 Setup Cards (Street, Action, Travel, Point & Shoot)

• ⚙️ Custom Nikon “BIN File” to instantly populate your camera menus with all the 3.00 settings. (5.20 for Z9)

• 🧾 PDF Slide Deck (800+ slides) and Reference Guides

• 💬  Follow-Up Zoom Q&A and Post workshop session.

• 📸 Supportive environment with small group instruction and hands-on mentorship

Who Should Attend:

This workshop is designed for Nikon Z8 and Z9 users of all levels who want to stop guessing and start commanding their camera with full confidence. If you’ve ever missed a moment because you were fumbling with settings—this is the day that changes.

Tuition: $1250 USD Private, $1000 (2 Participants), $800 (3-4 Participants)

Location: Central London (Exact venue and itinerary shared after registration)

Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025

Spots are Limited – Reserve Yours Today

This is the most comprehensive in-person Nikon Z8/Z9 training available, combining deep learning with an unforgettable London street photography experience. You’ll leave with new skills, a stronger portfolio, and a renewed sense of creative control.

“The Z8 is unlike anything I’ve used before—it’s the ultimate tool for the street. And after this class, it’ll feel like an extension of your eye.”

— Steve Simon, The Passionate Photographer

London is one of my favorite cities to photograph. So much going on, everywhere, all the time. We will photograph some of the usual touristic headliners: the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, the walk from London Bridge through Borough Market along the South Bank towards Houses of Parliament (passing Tate Modern and the London Eye), Covent Garden, St. Paul's and the City of London. The busy Piccadilly Circus & Leicester Square at night. 

But we will also explore some of the vibrant, eclectic local places like: Billingsgate Fish Market, Portobello Road, Camden Town, Brixton, East End & Brick Lane, Greenwich, The Meridian Line and Old Royal Navy College. 

Testimonials

"The London workshop was FABULOUS! I have taken other workshops and this was one of the best. Steve and Ed spend a lot of one to one time with each participant and it really helped. I am a shy street photographer who was also grappling to “ get comfortable” with my camera…. There was no pressure to get the best shot- as sometimes can be the case in some photography workshops. The guys shared their time generously. I got great shots- learned tons and met a really fun group of folks. Ed knows London and found us some great spots and wonderful restaurants. I would highly recommend the London workshop as well as any of Steve’s workshops."             

Michele Russell

Gary Niederpruem, Chicago

“What a fabulous experience. I learned more about photography in one week than I had in 5 years. Steve is very knowledgable about the technical side as well as composition. He is very patient, gives excellent feedback and will work one on one with you on any photography subject you want. I asked him for help on night photography and at 10 PM he was out on the streets of Havana with me with step by step instructions on how to take the shot. 5 star plus rating!!”

Anna Blanco, New York City

“Best workshop I’ve ever taken! Steve is not only a great photographer, he is also a terrific teacher. He is patient and very hands- on. In some workshops the instructor sends students out to shoot after a short lecture–Steve goes out with his students, coaching them throughout the process. His course is well organized and covers diverse topics. He is funny and engaging and generous with his time and knowledge. I had SO MUCH fun and am ready to sign up for the next one. Highly recommended!”

Anne Dunford, Ithaca, New York

"My week in Steve’s Street Shooting workshop challenged me tremendously. There’s nothing like taking your work apart and putting it back together with new vision to make you a better photographer. If you take this workshop, I guarantee you will see the world differently at the end."

Paul Lavergne, San Juan, PR

"Steve’s passion for photography is contagious and his teaching abilities and knowledge extraordinary! I highly recommend this workshop to anyone interested in photography."

Chapman Solomon, Mountain View, CA

“Participating in the NYC Street Photography Workshop was an enriching and exhilarating experience. It challenged me to step out of my comfort zone to improve my skills. Steve’s curriculum and hands on approach offered me an opportunity to learn new techniques, add some creativity and visualize subject matter from another perspective. Each day presented abundant photo opportunities, resulting with the capture of some amazing images, exceeding my greatest expectations.”

Stephen Sholl, New York City

"Not only is Steve a great photographer, he is also a caring, compassionate person as well. He is constantly trying to help participants achieve their photographic goals in a gentle, caring, and sincere manner. Sadly, the critiques of my work were very helpful. Steve was right-on in terms of his suggestions to better my work. The totality of the workshop was terrific, primarily because the parts were all excellent as well. Choice of shooting locations, image reviews, suggestions, videos shown, and galleries visited were all great. Steve also promoted wonderful interactions among the participants. The venue was perfect for the workshop. We could spread out, leave your things there, use the facilities, and eat the goodies provided. You know you’re in good hands with Steve! An outstanding workshop!!"

Steve Lavelle, London

"This is an outstanding workshop, led by a world-class photographer. It is impossible to spend time in a room with Steve Simon and not be inspired to get out there and make great images …I had high expectations and you exceeded them…Steve is very personable, articulate and passionate about photography, very welcoming with a warm, engaging personality. Steve’s style is outstanding. I knew of Steve from the TWiP podcast and would have attended if he was talking about how to watch paint dry…”

Oscar Piñeyro, Dallas

"I just spent the last three days with Steve Simon, What a wonderful experience, the best time spent in a workshop ever. Steve is a perfectionist, every presentation not only had spectacular photography but also the perfect music to enhance the mood, a roller coaster of emotions. He cannot hide his journalistic background every single image tells a story. His technique is flawless; his teaching patience unparalleled. I am eager to start a new chapter of my photography applying what Steve taught me in the last few days."