Beginner Photography Workshop

Welcome to the exciting world of photography! 

Whether you're an absolute beginner or have dabbled a bit with your camera, this workshop is designed to ignite your passion and enhance your skills in capturing the world through the lens. Photography is more than just clicking a button; it's about capturing moments, telling stories, and expressing your unique perspective. In this workshop, we'll dive into the fundamentals of photography, from understanding your camera settings to composing captivating shots.

Throughout our time together, you'll learn how to harness the power of light, master composition techniques, and unleash your creativity to create stunning images. We'll explore different genres of photography, from landscapes to portraits, and provide hands-on practice to reinforce your learning.

Whether you're aiming to pursue photography as a hobby, enhance your social media presence, or even start a career in photography, this workshop will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to take your photography to the next level.

Get ready to unleash your creativity, capture breathtaking moments, and embark on a journey of discovery through the lens! Let's dive in and explore the wonderful world of photography together.

In this half day workshop learn the basics of photography, take a bunch of photos that (we hope) will lift your photography to 'the next level', and help inspire your photographic journey.

Enrollments are Limited - 5 places only

NOTE: Photographers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

FREE PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE

Join us for this exciting photography journey and get a Paperback copy of our Simple Guide to the Basics of Photography.

Our Simple Guide to the Basics of Photography covers all the basics you need to get started in the amazing creative hobby that is photography.

Click this link to download a preview of Chapter one of the book

You will receive a copy of the book at the event.

What We'll Cover On The Day

1. Basic camera handling
2. Understanding the controls on your camera
3. The exposure triangle - aperture (depth of field), shutter speed and ISO
4. Shooting in 'manual'
5. Learn how your camera 'sees' light - grey scale, colour and contrast, and how to use this creatively
6. The 'rules' of composition - rule of thirds, golden ratio, leading lines
7. Framing your image and creating depth
8. Storytelling and narrative in your images

What to Bring

• No prior photography knowledge
• Lots of energy
• Comfortable shoes!
• a DSLR, or Mirrorless digital camera capable of manual and semi-manual modes (Aperture priority/shutter priority)
• Memory cards
• Fully charged battery
• a standard angle lens (around 50mm) or a standard zoom lens
• a pen and notebook