Do to the vast amount of emails from students who want to gain experience in the field, and work with me, Susan decided to offer creative photojournalist workshops to enhance the persons individual expression through the lens, assist with portfolio's, and develop in field experience! News and images influence citizens perspectives on issues, and it is the photojournalists ethical responsibility to report on events objectively and as truthful as possible. Susan's interest is focused on human interest and behind the scene stories, entering into regions where the mainstream media does or will not cover. She feels that it is important for others to view the reality of war and conflict, the effects that it has on the enviornment, and health.

The Israel and West Bank photojournalism workshop is for photographers of all levels. From those who want to enhance their photography experiences, to others who want to learn photography in the field. The workshop is designed to blend visual communication and culture to enhance your creative abilities while you become immersed in photography.

Our Israel and West Bank photography/archaeological tour focuses on architecture and design in photography landscape and color. It is designed for photographers of all levels, with the classes limited in size for a more personal experience and focused attention on techniques, framing, creativity and expression.

Our resident instructor is Susan Robens Brannon. She has spent nearly a decade in the Middle East doing journalistic work, including Egypt, Israel, West Bank, Gaza , Jordan , and including the start of the Iraq invasion in 2003. Since then she has covered news stores in Italy, Pope John Paul II and other events.

Susan also spent many years in the archeological field and has an extensive knowledge on the regions immediate and long term history. She holds a BS in archeology focusing on the Middle East from New York State SUNY. Becaue of her interest in humanitarian and documentary photography, she decided to obtain a master is in Community Change and Civil Leadership focusing in conflict and development through Antioch University.