Social Documentary at the Basilica of Guadalupe with Fujifilm Ambassador Alex Coghe

Experience and document the human condition at one of the most important religious sites in Mexico under the mentorship of renowned photojournalist and Fujifilm ambassador – Alex Coghe.

The Virgin of Guadalupe is a cultural symbol of Mexican identity

The origin of the importance of the Virgen de Guadalupe can be traced back to the religious beliefs and ceremonies that animated the daily lives of pre-Hispanic people from birth to death.

This workshop is focused on learning and develop your understanding of how to build a documentary reportage by covering the everyday pilgrimage at the Basilica of Guadalupe.

Ever since Alex became a professional photographer, he started to photograph the several expressions of the faith in Mexico, and in particular, in the religious complex of the Basilica of Guadalupe, located north of Mexico City.  It is second only to the Vatican as the most popular Catholic attraction in the world. and there are a number of Basilicas constructed on the site. The oldest existing chapel is located up the hill called Tepeyac.

Alex has photographed the inside and outside the complex of Basilica de Guadalupe several times on assignment for agencies and for personal projects, both as breaking news and as a social documentary photographer.