Atelier Pigment

5-Day Master Class in Photography
Paris, France
February 2 - 6, 2026

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An exclusive journey into the world of photography and culture in Paris.

Elevate Your Photography from the Heart of Paris

Atelier Pigment master class is a five-day artistic and cultural experience, offering participants an immersion in the heart of contemporary Parisian photography.

This transformative experience will include renowned photographers and expert-led discussions, portfolio reviews, as well as exclusive exhibition visits guided by museum directors and curators, among other influential figures in today’s art world.
The whole masterclass will be led in english.

Join us and experience Paris not as a visitor,
but as a part of the city’s cultural fabric.

Limited to 10 participants

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Exclusive Access to Paris’s
Photography World

Workshops, in-depth conversations with experts, guided visits, and private access. Participants in the Atelier Pigment master class will . . .

  • Talk shop, in an intimate setting,  with world renowned Magnum Photos photographer Harry Gruyaert, exploring his creative vision, use of color, and decades of field experience.

  • Benefit from the invaluable advice of Jordan Alvès, from Atelier EXB, one of the most influential publishing houses in Paris, on photo-book publishing, production strategies and distribution

  • Participate in a personalised portfolio-review session with Polka Magazine, where your work will be evaluated by the editorial team behind one of France’s leading photography publications and its associated gallery ecosystem.

A man in a blazer and jeans stands with arms crossed, viewing a wall of aerial photographs or artworks in a gallery.
  • Professional photographer Maxime Riché will welcome you to his studio. There you can discover his fine art prints, observe his production process, and understand how his research and methodology influence the final result of his work.

  • Be guided into the most prestigious photographic institutions in Paris—including Magnum Gallery, Jeu de Paume, the MEP, and Le Bal— by the museums’ own curators and directors. At Henri Cartier-Bresson Foundation, participants will be given special entry to HCB’s own archives. The master class also includes visits to galleries such as Clémentine de la Feronnière, Galerie des Filles du Calvaire, and Polka.

  • Work alongside Agathe Khalfas, a photography consultant, on portfolio strategy and project positioning. Participants will also benefit from her guidance on grants, residencies, and funding applications.


Who Am I

I’m Albin Millot, a French photographer, born and based in Paris, and the founder of Atelier Pigment. For more than two decades, I’ve built my life around photography, not only as an artist, but also through close collaborations with some of the most influential photographers, curators, and institutions in Paris.

I’ve had the privilege of working alongside such figures as Harry Gruyaert, Martine Franck, Bruno Barbey, Patrick Zachmann, and Thomas Dworzak, many of whom come from the legendary Magnum Photos agency. I’ve also partnered with institutions such as the Centre Pompidou, UNESCO, FoMU Antwerp, Hermès, Yves Saint Laurent, and the Howard Greenberg Gallery in New York.

Paris is more than my home — it is the city where photography has been shaped, debated, and reinvented for nearly two centuries. It is a city of archives, salons, festivals, and galleries, and knowing its fabric means having access not only to its exhibitions but to the people and decisions behind them.

The Atelier Pigment Masterclass was inspired by these connections and a specialist knowledge. For a small group of participants, this means stepping into spaces usually closed to the public, engaging with curators, directors, who set the tone for the photography world.

I hope you will join us and experience Paris not as a visitor, but as part of the city’s cultural fabric.

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PHOTO TO REPLACE


February 02-06 2026 · Paris, France
Limited to 10 participants

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The Institutions

  • Magnum Photos

  • Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson

  • Clémentine de la Feronnière

  • MEP

  • Jeu de Paume

  • Le Bal


The Mentors

  • Harry Gruyaert

    Harry Gruyaert

    PHOTOGRAPHER

  • Clémentine De La Feronnière

    Clémentine De La Feronnière

    GALERIST

  • Clément Cheroux

    Clément Cheroux

    DIRECTOR,
    HCB FOUNDATION

  • Agathe Kalfas

    Agathe Kalfas

    CONSULTANT,
    AKWHISPERS

  • Tomas Van Houtryve

    Tomas Van Houtryve

    PHOTOGRAPHER

  • Pia Viewing

    Pia Viewing

    CURATOR & RESEARCH, JEU DE PAUME

  • Jonas Tebib

    Jonas Tebib

    ART DIRECTOR, COLLECTION CONSULTANT

  • Julie Héraut

    Julie Héraut

    DEPUTY DIRECTOR,
    LE BAL

  • Maxime Riché

    Maxime Riché

    PHOTOGRAPHER

  • JORDAN ALVES - Atelier EXB

    Jordan Alves

    BOOK PUBLISHER,
    ATELIER EXB


February 02-06 2026 · Paris, France
Limited to 10 participants

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5-Day Schedule

(Schedule and instructors subject to change; equivalent replacements will be provided if necessary.)

Day 1
Sun, 1 Feb 2026
  • 17:00 – 18:30 — Welcome Reception at Quai de la Photo
Day 2
Mon, 2 Feb 2026
  • 09:30 – 12:00 — VIP Visit – Le Bal & Le Bal bookstore
  • 14:00 – 15:00 — VIP Visit – Magnum Photos Gallery
  • 15:00 – 16:30 — Harry Gruyaert – Masterclass
  • 17:00 – 18:30 — Studio Visit – Maxime Riché
Day 3
Tue, 3 Feb 2026
  • 10:00 – 11:00 — Gallery Visit – Clémentine de la Féronnière
  • 11:00 – 12:30 — Agathe Khalfas – Portfolio Guidance
  • 13:30 – 15:30 — Agathe Khalfas – Portfolio Development 1/2
  • 16:00 – 18:00 — VIP Visit - Jeu de Paume with Pia Viewing
  • 16:00 – 18:00 — VIP Event - Jeu de Paume with Jo Radcliffe
Day 4
Wed, 4 Feb 2026
  • 09:30 – 13:00 — Agathe Khalfas – Portfolio Development 2/2
  • 14:30 – 17:30 — VIP Visit – MEP (Maison Européenne de la Photo)
  • 19:00 – 21:00 — Gallery openings tour in le Marais district
Day 5
Thu, 5 Feb 2026
  • 09:30 – 12:30 — VIP Visit – Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson
  • 13:30 – 14:30 — Gallery Visit at Polka Galerie
  • 14:30 – 18:30 — Portfolio Review at Polka Magazine
Day 6
Fri, 6 Feb 2026
  • 09:30 – 11:00 — Jonas Tebib – Portfolio for Collectors
  • 11:00 – 12:30 — Thomas Van Houtryve – Artist Talk
  • 13:30 – 15:00 — EXB – Book Publisher Expertise
  • 16:00 – 18:00 — Your files delivery for portfolio printing
  • 18:30 – 21:30 — Closing Reception – End of Masterclass

Price and conditions

Pioneer Edition,
Legacy Access

10 participants

Early Bird price

Limited to the first three places

3500 €

Regular price

4500 €

Save your early bird seat

Capacity & confirmation :
- Limited to 10 participants. Registrations are processed in order of receipt and confirmed by email after payment.
- A waitlist is maintained once capacity is reached.
- Early Bird eligibility: Available only within the stated date and cannot be applied retroactively or combined with other offers.
- Deposit of €1,500 due at registration. Pay in full or in 2 equal installment.
- Remaining balance due 30 days before the start.
- Fees generally non-refundable once confirmed; transfer/substitute subject to availability.
- Cancellations by organizer: If the Masterclass is canceled by Atelier Pigment, all tuition paid will be refunded.
- Program subject to minor adjustments depending on institutional availability.

Included in the tuition :

  • All scheduled activities and guided VIP visits.
  • Private studio/gallery/institution access where indicated.
  • Expert guidance from curators, directors, publishers, and artists.
  • Small group format (max. 10 participants).
  • Welcome and farewell drinks.

Not included in the tuition :

  • Airfare to Paris, accommodation, local transportation outside scheduled visits.
  • Travel insurance, passport/visa fees, personal expenses such as meals and transportation.*

*Concierge services in Paris are available; prices upon request.


FAQ

  • Yes. One of the central pillars of the Masterclass is a rigorous portfolio review session conducted in a small group setting. Each participant will present their work and receive detailed, constructive feedback from professional consultants, editors, and artists. This is not a formal jury, but a space for honest and in-depth dialogue — aimed at helping you clarify your intentions, structure your projects, and understand how your work resonates with others.

  • Indirectly, yes. While the Masterclass is not designed as a platform for promotion, the professionals you’ll meet will get to know your work in depth, in a context of real exchange. But the focus remains on the quality of encounter, not on self-promotion. And the visibility you gain comes through relevance and dialogue, not speed or exposure.

  • The Masterclass is carefully curated to make the most of every hour you spend in the city. All visits, meetings, and VIP events are pre-arranged, with private access that eliminates waiting and maximizes depth. Even if your schedule in Paris is tight, you’ll experience the essential highlights of the photography world in a concentrated, insider format — far richer than what you could organize on your own.

  • It is highly recommended that you purchase trip cancellation/travel insurance for this trip. Once the trip is confirmed, additional information and travel details will be provided.

  • These Masterclasses are designed for photographers — whether emerging, semi-professional, or established — who are eager to sharpen their eye and deepen their understanding of contemporary photography. While no institutional background or academic training is required, participants must have a well-developed photographic practice, as a significant part of the program is dedicated to in-depth portfolio reviews. This immersive experience is conceived to challenge your photographic approach, provide critical feedback from leading professionals, and open new perspectives for the development of your work.

  • Yes. The Masterclass is built around small-group encounters with dedicated time to talk directly with photographers, curators, gallery directors, and institutional leaders — in an intimate setting designed to encourage real conversation.

  • This Masterclass is designed to stimulate critical reflection on your work and creative process. Through in-depth portfolio reviews, collective discussions, and direct encounters with curators, editors, and artists, you’ll gain new perspectives on how your images are received, interpreted, and contextualized. You'll also receive practical guidance on how to present your work, develop coherent series, and position yourself more clearly within the contemporary photography landscape.

  • That’s precisely the kind of moment when this Masterclass can be most valuable. The program is designed not to validate finished projects, but to accompany photographers in process — whether you’re developing a new direction, questioning past work, or seeking coherence in a growing archive. You’ll find both critical distance and creative stimulus to navigate that transition with clarity and support.


February 02-06 2026 · Paris, France
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