Fine Art Nude Photography Workshop in Havana
December 4 to 9, 2025
Model Ratio 1:1
Limited to 6 photographers
Travel to Cuba
Travel to Cuba is still legal under the Support for the Cuban People license
issued by the U.S. Treasury Department to groups such as ours.
There is no sign that this will be revoked anytime soon.
If legal travel is suspended for any reason beyond our control,
you will receive a full refund of your deposit and/or tuition
up to the day of travel.
“I'm going through my images in preparation for my book Human Landscapes—I have a publisher, a distributor, and the images I need to create a beautiful book—thanks largely to you.” —Philip Miller, Los Gatos, Calif.
Cuba is not only an exotic destination it also offers one-of-a-kind settings for nude photography. The diverse backdrops in Cuba, including neoclassic and art deco homes, as well as within crumbling concrete structures, create a rich visual background that enhances the overall artistic experience.
The Havana Nude workshop is for those who would like to share time and ideas with a small group of like-minded photographers, with personal guidance given to photographers who have not previously worked with models.
Co-instructed by Steve Anchell and internationally-exhibited Cuban photographer, Alberto Arcos, the workshop includes six three-hour photography sessions, and a half-day to explore on the last day. Sessions will take place in homes, artists studios, abandoned buildings, and other locations in and around Havana.
By limiting this workshop to six participants with at least six models, each photographer will be able to spend more time working one-on-one with models. It will also be possible to use locations not accessible to larger groups. Emphasis will be placed on developing and refining personal style and vision.
While you don’t need experience photographing the nude, photographers who have not previously attended a workshop with Steve must obtain permission to participate. If you are not certain if you qualify, please contact Steve, +1 503.884.3882 or email info@anchellworkshops.com.
You may use any camera format, from large-format to digital or film, whether shooting in color or black & white.
Each participant or couple will have a private room and bath in a privately owned hotel.
Single Room: $4985
Model Ratio: 1:1 or better depending on model availability
Limited to: 6 participants
A special companion rate is available for photographers who wish to travel with a companion.
Companion Rate: $1595 (shared room only)
Traveling companions may participate in all workshop events including dinners and critiques but may not participate in photo sessions. An English speaking Cuban guide will be available to take them on daily excursions in and around Havana. The cost of the guide is not included in the tuition.
Workshop tuition includes: Private room and bath; welcome and farewell dinners; models; locations; transportation to and from location sites; photographic instruction provided by Steve Anchell and Alberto Arcos.
What is not included: Travel to locations other than for the workshop; travel to and from Cuba; meals except those included above.
Our trips to Cuba are a gateway to a unique cultural experience and fully comply with current U.S. government regulations under General License 31 CFR 515.574 Support for the Cuban People. The Havana Street Photography Workshop offers a full-time schedule of meaningful interactions with the Cuban people, promoting independent activity and capturing their amazing lives with our cameras.
This workshop is in alliance with Cuba's premier photographic organization, Fototeca de Cuba. Our unique program allows U.S. participants to learn about Cuba's long and colorful history and have meaningful interactions with Cubans from all walks of life.
More information will be sent upon registration, including visa information, etc.
We ask that you refrain from cell phone usage during workshop sessions, including shared meals, and traveling between destinations. Exceptions are family emergencies. If you must use your cell phone for business or social interaction, please wait until you can safely remove yourself from the workshop.
"I have been fortunate to have taken multiple workshops with Steve over the past twenty years and have always left with a new vision of what I could accomplish." —FS Fenyvessy, San Antonio, Texas
“I just wanted to thank you for a great workshop. I really appreciate your spending a lot of time working with me. I enjoyed doing the nude photography and will certainly do more in the future.” —Gail Miller, Sonoma, Calif.
“Thanks for your leadership in the fine art naked photo workshop in Havana. I found it interesting and thought provoking. I enjoyed it.” —Frank Forward, Fla.
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