Workshop

Masterclass Fire Photography

Lille – 18 & 19 octobre 2025

A unique experience alongside two key figures in the Fire scene

12 hours of immersive Fire Photography near Lille with Yann Delcambre and Andrey Das. Join fire photographer Yann Delcambre and fire artist Andrey Das for an intensive two-day masterclass designed to guide you through the demanding world of Fire Photography.This exclusive workshop is crafted to help you master the use of firelight and refine your sense of composition, enabling you to capture moments in a truly artistic and unique way.

What you’ll learn:

The theoretical foundations of gear and settings specific to Fire Photography
A personalized analysis of your camera’s capabilities and limitations
Hands-on shooting session with a professional fire performer
Practical principles for organizing a real-world fire photo shoot
Guidance on model direction and artistic collaboration
Development and optimization of your shots taken during the workshop

Yann Delcambre will tailor the training to your specific needs and the topics you wish to explore, ensuring you make the most of the experience and grow significantly in your photography practice.

This intensive masterclass covers the entire workflow—from shooting techniques to postproduction. You’ll benefit from the combined expertise of Yann Delcambre and Andrey Das, who will support you throughout the training.

📚 Full Workshop Structure & Schedule

Part 1 – Understanding & mastering Fire Photography (~7h)

📅 Saturday, 10:00 – 18:00

A technical session that lays the foundation: without a strong image at capture, there’s no magic in postproduction.

Program highlights:

Introduction to Fire Photography: aesthetics, constraints, risks
Safety awareness
Overview of different fire photography styles
Technical theory: required gear and recommended settings
Personalized camera analysis
Identifying which fire techniques are possible with your setup
Finding your optimal settings
Practice sessions based on theory
Demos, discussions… and a closing drink 🍻

Goal: Understand the limits of your gear, optimize your settings, and build a strong, reusable foundation.

Part 2 – Guided shooting with a fire performer (~2h)

📅 Saturday, 20:00 – 22:00

A real-world shoot guided by two professionals.

Program highlights:

Applying concepts from the first session
Understanding how to organize a fire shoot
Shooting with a professional fire model
Model direction and interaction
Framing, timing, and anticipating movement

Goal: Handle unpredictability, compose in motion, and capture powerful moments.

Future: This session will evolve into themed events with specific fire acts (e.g., “Props”, “Pyro”, “Fire Breather”, “Flash”, etc.).

Part 3 – Editing & postproduction workshop (~3h)

📅 Sunday, 10:00 – 13:00

Bring your fire vision to life—no tricks, just real, well-developed imagery.

Program highlights:

Lightroom workshop
Fine tuning: contrast, tones, flame textures
Personalized artistic support
Building a coherent image series

Goal: Edit with precision and restraint to reveal the full visual impact of fire.

🎓 Your Instructors

Yann Delcambre

Award-winning photographer specializing in fire, low light, and motion. He combines technical rigor, artistic vision, and personalized pedagogy to help each participant improve.

Andrey Das

Fire breather and leading figure of the fire arts in France (founder of Burn Crew Concept). He bridges the gap between photographer and performer, offering a rare and insightful perspective on this unique scene.