THE GLOBAL STAGE
Dismantling the boundaries of documentary art.
Since 2006, the founders of York Place Studios have been invited to share their philosophy at some of the world’s most prestigious photography and filmmaking conferences. From headlining Bali’s Limitless and Europe’s BodaF to the unconventional stages of Poland’s Boring Workshop, we have spent two decades challenging the industry to look closer.
Our presentations are not technical manuals - they are conceptual deep-dives designed to disrupt genre stereotypes. We don’t aim to show a "correct" way to shoot; we aim to open eyes to new possibilities, exploring the geometry, psychology, and the raw philosophy required to find extraordinary stories in seemingly insignificant moments.
The Anatomy of a York Place Presentation
The Anatomy of a York Place Presentation
We believe that a stage is a place for honesty, not ego. Our talks are built on the same transparency that defines our work - stripping away the ‘finished’ polish to reveal the raw mechanics of the hunt.
We dive into the psychology of human behavior, the geometry of a complex frame, and the resilience required to stay curious in high-pressure environments. From the large-scale energy of a main-stage keynote to the intimate, quiet dialogue of a creative residency, we aim to leave every audience with more than just inspiration: we give them a new lens through which to view their own work.
Drawing on twenty years of navigating thirty-four countries, our presentations bridge the gap between street photography, wedding photojournalism, and filmmaking, proving that the documentary mindset is universal.
Two Decades. Five Continents. One Philosophy.
Two Decades. Five Continents. One Philosophy.
We have been proud to headline and speak at events that define the creative industry, including: BodaF (Europe) | Limitless (Bali) | Keep It Real (Germany) | Boring Workshop (Poland) | Doc Day (Ireland) | The Photography & Video Show (UK) | X-Weddings (UK) | Elevate | NineDots
"All the speakers and educators were amazing but my biggest inspiration without a doubt was York Place Studios. York Place Studios were my lightbulb and I’m left buzzing and ready to approach photography with a new set of eyes!"
- The Martins Photography
Bring the York Place Perspective to your event.
We are available for keynote presentations, panel discussions, and immersive seminars worldwide. Whether for a boutique residency or a global conference, we bring a transparent, honest, and thought-provoking look at the documentary craft.
Photos by Nils Hasenau, Ronan Palliser & Zlatko Gatev