Creating Your Photo Book: From Concept To Print
Your Images in the Real World
October 3 – November 14, 2026
You’ve made so much work. Folders and folders of images on your hard drive. A Photobook is how you find the coherent body within that pile, shape it into something real, and hold it in your hands. It’s proof your effort matters. And it opens doors — to exhibitions, to other photographers, to opportunities you can’t yet see.
Whether you’re working on a personal archive, a fine art body of work, a family history, or a documentary project, the process is the same: finding the narrative within your images and giving it a form the world can hold.
This course guides you through the full arc of making your Photobook — from early concept and editing through sequencing, design, and preparation for printing.
Through guided lectures, live discussions, critiques, and project-based work, you’ll develop a clear book concept and move it forward with intention and coherence.
And in our final session, guest artist Andreas Schmidt — gallery director and Photobook publisher — will review your work and speak with you about where it goes next.
Course Features
The course provides an immersive, project-driven exploration of photographic bookmaking through guided lectures, live discussions, critiques, and practical exercises addressing:
– Concept Development and Intent
– Design Strategies for Photographic Books
– Editing and Sequencing for Narrative Flow
– Material Considerations and Format Choices
– Introduction to Publishing Options and Pathways
– Preparing for Presentation and Printing
Class Structure
Live Zoom Interaction / Full Unlimited Online Content Access
Video lectures and content modules are released each week. All Zoom sessions, online content, class materials, and lectures remain available to students for the duration of the course and for 2 months following the final session.
– Live Zoom Meets & Critiques with Dr. Craig Havens
– 24/7 Access to Course Videos and Materials
– Online Knowledge Base and Technical Resources
– Extended Access to Online Course Materials
Instructor feedback and critiques are offered via Zoom throughout the course. Sessions are recorded and available for private password-protected viewing at your convenience.
Tuition & Enrollment
750 USD
Upon payment, your enrollment will be confirmed via email.
For questions or assistance, please contact us.
masterclass@studio642.com
Masterclass Schedule
7-Seminar Extended Program
+ 2 Months Extended Open Study Access
(All Class Recordings & Content remain available)
Seminar 1
Welcome Session & Program Overview
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Course Introduction & Concept Development
9am PST – Live Zoom Meeting w/ Dr. Craig Havens
Module 1 Content: Concept, Artistic Intent & Case Studies
Video Lecture & Discussion/Feedback Forum
Seminar 2
Independent Work Period
Exploring the ideas of Module 1: The Concept
Research, drafting, and early editing
Open Discussion & Feedback Forum
Seminar 3
Live Session II
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Module 1 Work Review & Module 2 Launch
9am PST – Live Zoom Meeting w/ Dr. Craig Havens
Module 2 Content: Editing Strategies & Image Selection
Discussion/Feedback Forum
Seminar 4
Independent Work Period
Exploring the ideas of Module II: The Edit
Applying editing strategies and refining sequences
Open Discussion & Feedback Forum
Seminar 5
Live Session III
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Module 2 Work Review & Module 3 Launch
9am PST – Live Zoom Meeting w/ Dr. Craig Havens
Module 3 Content: Book Structure & Design Thinking
Discussion/Feedback Forum
Seminar 6
Independent Work Period
Exploring the ideas of Module III: The Publication
Developing design concepts, sequencing, and narrative flow
Open Discussion & Feedback Forum
Seminar 7
Final Live Session & Project Review
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Review of Module 3 Work & Final Project Directions
9am PST – Live Zoom Meeting w/ Dr. Craig Havens
Extended Seminar
For 2 months following the final session
Online access to all lectures, recordings, and course materials remains live
Instructor
Dr. Craig Havens (PhD) is a visual artist and educator working in the lens-based media of photography, video, and printmaking with over 25 years of experience as a professional photographer, fine artist, and lecturer. His approach is direct, personal, and project-driven — supporting each student in developing a coherent, publishable body of work they can stand behind.
Top Image: Photo Book Library. Andreas Schmidt.
