Community sessions

Live session with the people shaping the world’s most powerful stories. Participate in conversations about craft, ethics, access, and the real decisions behind meaningful stories.

What is a Community Session?

A Community Session is a 60–90 minute live event where you get direct insight from people working at the highest level of storytelling. You don’t just listen, you are invited to engage.

Sessions includes talks, behind-the-scenes insight into real projects, open Q&A with participants.

You can join online, and for selected sessions we also organize communal viewing at physical locations.

Upcoming Session

Developing Strong Concepts for Visual Stories
with James B. Wellford, Senior Photo Editor, National Geographic

In this session, we explore:

  • How strong story ideas are developed and refined

  • What editors look for in visual storytelling

  • How projects move from idea to publication

  • What makes a story stand out globally

What You Get

Direct access to world class storytellers

A chance to ask questions and get feedback

Practical insight you can apply immediately

An exclusive look into creative processes

Who It’s For

  • Journalism, photo, and film students

  • Early-career storytellers

  • Curious creatives who want to go deeper

  • Anyone who wants to understand how great stories are made

Get access

Community Sessions are part of the Duckling paid membership. After you sign up, you will be able to:

  • Attend all live sessions

  • Access recordings

  • Participate in breakout discussions

  • Connect with other storytellers