About this Event
Saturday, March 28, 2026. 1:00 – 5:00 PM PT
Join us on Saturday, March 28, 2026 for a special PhotoWalk & PhotoSlam led by San Francisco–based artist Dave Herring!
The day kicks off at Camera West on 120 Maiden Lane where participants will receive a series of creative prompts to inspire their photographic adventure. Head out into the city to capture your interpretations, then return to share your images during the lively PhotoSlam session!
Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just love exploring with a camera, this event is a fun and inspiring way to connect, create, and see San Francisco anew. Free and open to all.
We can't wait to see what you capture!
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Two exciting sessions:
- What is a PhotoWalk?
Join the group as we walk together through a predetermined route through San Francisco. During this time we will have a few photo prompts to push your creativity and challenge you to find fresh compositions even if you've walked this route before. This PhotoWalk is for anyone with a camera (including your phone) no matter the brand or style you shoot.
- What is a PhotoSlam?
Inspired by poetry slams, where the focus isn't on perfection but on expression, a photo slam is a high-energy event where you can submit an image from the photo walk to stand side-by-side with another photographer and let the crowd determine which one speaks the loudest. It's not a competition - it's all in good fun to build community, acknowledge our community of artists, and grow together.)
Schedule for Saturday, March 28th:
- 1:00–1:30 PM | Meet at Camera West on 120 Maiden Lane. Get your photo topics and image uploading channel for the PhotoSlam.
- 1:30–3:00 PM | PhotoWalk with Dave Herring.
- 3:00–4:00 PM | Return to Camera West on 120 Maiden Lane, uploading your photos from Photowalk for the PhotoSlam.
- 4:00 PM | PhotoSlam starts at 4:00 PM.
About Dave Herring:
Dave Herring is a Bay area photographer and videographer known for capturing the rugged beauty and diverse landscapes of the American West. Working with Leica, Hasselblad, and Rolleiflex cameras, he blends the timeless feel of film with the precision of digital photography. His adventurous spirit and refined eye for detail have led him to collaborate with major brands, create inspiring content on his , and develop Very Good Presets, a platform empowering photographers with professional color grades. Whether on the road or at home, Dave approaches every project with passion, curiosity, and a love for visual storytelling.
In Celebration of Camera West’s San Francisco Store Grand Opening:
Camera West is proud to celebrate the Grand Opening of its new San Francisco flagship at 120 Maiden Lane, marking a major milestone in the company’s continued commitment to photographers, collectors, and creative communities.
Spanning three thoughtfully designed floors, the new space brings together the world’s leading photographic tools from Leica, Hasselblad, Fujifilm, Canon, Nikon, and Sony alongside a curated selection of fine watches, writing instruments, and collector accessories from CW Watch Shop. More than a retail store, Camera West San Francisco is an immersive destination built around craft, creativity, and community, featuring brand boutiques, hands-on experiences, workshops, and a dedicated event space for education and collaboration.
Located just steps from Leica Store San Francisco, the new Maiden Lane location strengthens Camera West’s long-standing connection to the Bay Area while creating a global destination for photographers and collectors visiting the city.
To mark the opening, Camera West will host a plethora of special programming including in-store demonstrations, hands-on field experiences, artist master classes, community gatherings, and a Grand Opening celebration bringing together photographers, creators, and friends of the Camera West community.
Learn more and explore the full Grand Opening schedule: https://camerawest.com/pages/camera-west-san-francisco-grand-opening
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
120 Maiden Ln, 120 Maiden Lane, San Francisco, United States
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