# Event Details - **Event Name**: Chasing the Cup: A World Cup Photowalk with FIFA Photographer Reza Malayeri - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Come experience the excitement of the World Cup through the eyes of a FIFA photographer!About this EventAs Seattle welcomes the world for the FIFA World Cup, join official FIFA photographer Reza Malayeri for a special golden-hour photowalk through the heart of the waterfront fan zone.Drawing from his experience covering the world's biggest sporting events, Reza will share how he approaches storytelling through photography—reading light, anticipating emotion, and capturing the moments that bring an event to life. Together, we'll explore Seattle's waterfront while Seattle celebrates the hosting of FIFA World Cup and telling that through visual storytelling.Whether you shoot with a mirrorless camera, DSLR, film camera, or smartphone, this walk is designed for photographers of all experience levels who want to strengthen their visual storytelling skills.THE ROUTE7:00pm — Meet at Victor Steinbrueck Park (edge of Pike Place): intro talk on how a World Cup shooter preps for a match day, plus tonight's 7-frame story arc.7:30pm — Overlook Walk: elevated wides over Elliott Bay and the fan zone below — layering, scale, the establishing frame.8:00pm — Pier 62 / Seattle Soccer Celebration (anchor stop, 50 min): the floating mini pitch, the waterfront LED screen, match-watching fans — reaction shots, candids, motion, details.8:50pm — Waterfront promenade toward the Great Wheel: golden-hour finale at sunset — silhouettes, backlight, the lit wheel — and a wrap-up on sequencing the night's images into a cohesive set.THE SHOT LISTTHE WIDE — One frame that says "Seattle hosts the world." Go 24-35mm, find a foreground anchor, build layers.THE FAN — A portrait in national colors. Make eye contact, ask, get close.THE DETAIL — Scarves, painted faces, boots, flags. Fill the frame. If you can crop tighter, get closer.THE MOTION — Freeze it (1/1000+) or drag it (1/15–1/30, pan from the hips). Blur is the sound of the crowd.THE REACTION — Shoot the watchers, not the screen. Pre-frame, pre-focus, wait for the goal.THE SILHOUETTE — Expose for the sky (-1.5 to -2 EV). Find clean separation: flags up, arms raised, sun behind.THE SEATTLE FRAME — The photo that could only exist here, tonight. Don't shoot for it — slow down and look for it.Sequence them in this order and you've filed a photo essay, not a camera roll.What You'll LearnThroughout the evening, Reza will demonstrate how professional sports photographers build a story in images, including:Finding strong establishing shotsCreating compelling environmental portraitsCapturing authentic people reactions and candid momentsUsing motion creativelyWorking with golden-hour light and silhouettesSequencing images into a cohesive visual narrativeEvery attendee will receive Reza's World Cup-inspired storytelling shot list. By the end of the walk, you'll have more than a collection of photos—you'll have the framework for a complete photo essay.Important InformationDuration: Approximately 2 hoursWalking Distance: Less than 1 mileAll camera types and skill levels welcomePlease dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoesCome experience the excitement of the World Cup through the eyes of a FIFA photographer and learn how to turn a night of shooting into a story worth sharing. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/770ac380-696a-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w1200-h105-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/774beb30-696a-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w1110-h740-dcda9472-gmir.jpg What's in Reza's BagSony A1 IISony A9 IIISony A7R VISony FX2Sony 100-400 F4.5 GMSony 300mm F2.8 GMSony 50-150 F2 GMSony 28-70 F2 GMSony 16-35 F2.8 GM IISony 1.4x & 2x TCSony CF-A CardsBenro Supa Dupa MonopodShimoda Action X2 40L BackpackShimoda Carry-On Roller https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/778af000-696a-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w1200-h105-dcffffff-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/77c27ac0-696a-11f1-8df8-dd9fbbd297b2-rimg-w1200-h411-dcffffff-gmir.jpg ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR - REZA MALAYERIReza Malayeri is a Seattle-based Creative Director, Director of Photography, accredited FIFA photographer, and professional hybrid shooter whose work spans commercial production, sports photography, portraits, and cinematography.As one of a select group of photographers granted FIFA accreditation, Reza has photographed soccer at the sport’s highest levels, working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments where anticipation, storytelling, and technical precision are critical. From capturing decisive moments on the pitch to documenting the emotion and energy surrounding the game, his experience brings a unique perspective to sports and event photography.A trusted educator and contributor for Sony Alpha, Reza has built hands-on expertise across the full Sony mirrorless ecosystem—from professional sports coverage and live events to commercial studio productions. He brings a practical, real-world approach to Sony cameras and lenses, helping photographers move beyond the spec sheet and create compelling images with confidence.His work with Godox reflects the same philosophy: lighting that performs on location and in the studio, taught with an emphasis on efficiency, portability, and creative control. Whether you're building your first off-camera lighting setup or refining a multi-light system, Reza makes advanced techniques approachable, actionable, and easy to apply. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/77faefe0-696a-11f1-9578-a1beb0c0b8c8-rimg-w1200-h105-dcffffff-gmir.jpg ABOUT REGISTRATIONBy registering for this event, you also agree to receive future emails from Glazer's Camera on new products, services, and promotions. You can unsubscribe at any time. Images captured during our events may be shared on our social channels, like Instagram and Facebook.There is a minimum number of students required to make this class feasible. If the class does not meet the minimum number of registrants, the class will be canceled one week prior. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/seattle/chasing-the-cup-a-world-cup-photowalk-with-fifa-photographer-reza-malayeri/100001991792512021 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Photography, Sports, Workshops, Art, Entertainment, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Seattle - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: Victor Steinbrueck Park (Edge of Pike Place) - **lat**: 47.61019659999999 - **long**: -122.3437654 - **full address**: Victor Steinbrueck Park (Edge of Pike Place), 1999 Western Avenue, Seattle, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Chasing the Cup: A World Cup Photowalk with FIFA Photographer Reza Malayeri - **Image URL**: https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1184139012%2F2760862697%2F1%2Foriginal.20260508-171841?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=26d8fa34129bdbfff4b25a0c7f955507 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Chasing the Cup: A World Cup Photowalk with FIFA Photographer Reza Malayeri being held? - **A:** Chasing the Cup: A World Cup Photowalk with FIFA Photographer Reza Malayeri takes place on Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Victor Steinbrueck Park (Edge of Pike Place), 1999 Western Avenue, Seattle, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Chasing the Cup: A World Cup Photowalk with FIFA Photographer Reza Malayeri? - **A:** Chasing the Cup: A World Cup Photowalk with FIFA Photographer Reza Malayeri is organized by Glazer's Camera. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Chasing the Cup: A World Cup Photowalk with FIFA Photographer Reza Malayeri is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Seattle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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