Magnum Photos is thrilled to continue its partnership with FUTURES to develop a 4-year educational program for their members.
Drawing from Magnum’s 75 years of experience as a global photo agency, Magnum will provide a bespoke online course designed to accompany, support and inspire the photographers that are part of the platform.
Created exclusively for artists within the FUTURES program, the course aims to develop critical thinking and a practical understanding of the contemporary landscape of photography as a profession.
In 2025, the course will offer two week-long seminars, online talks with Magnum photographers and a series of online public talks featuring FUTURES artists called Magnum x FUTURES: Artists Spotlights.
We are excited about launching this new opportunity for the artists on the platform, aimed at showcasing their work to an international audience. You will find all Artists Spotlights advertised on the page below with a link to register, as well as by following Magnum Learn on Instagram: @magnumlearn
The course is organized and run by Sonia Jeunet, Education Director at Magnum Photos.
Program [updated on a regular basis]
Open to FUTURES’ artists only
Writing Seminar – Tuesdays 18 February, 25 February, 4 March
Led by Dr Taous Dahmani, an experienced writer and educator who teaches writing to practitioners at LCC, this workshop is an open and welcoming space designed for photographers and image makers at any stage of their careers or projects. Whether you’re just starting out, feeling stuck, or looking to refine your ideas, these sessions invite you to explore the interplay between text and image.
Each session will include a short lecture, live writing exercises, and time for open discussions, creating a dynamic and supportive environment for experimentation. Taous brings a deep passion for reading and writing, and her teaching approach encourages creativity and confidence—even if you think writing isn’t for you. Come with curiosity, and leave with new tools to articulate and deepen your vision.
Session 1 : Finding the Right Words: Writing About Your Practice
Session 2 : Reading to Write: Building the Foundations for Your Practice
Session 3 : Practical Writing: Communicating Your Work with Clarity
