Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Saturday 02 March
Mount Street, Taunton, Somerset - 2pm - 3 Hours
Zoe Barton
Unlock the full potential of your camera by transitioning from Auto to Manual mode in our easy-to-understand workshop. Gain robust confidence as you navigate your camera settings and delve deep into key functions that will vastly improve your photography skills. Get a grasp of the exposure triangle - Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO - and discover how critical these elements are when shooting in Manual Mode. Conquer the art of creating the perfect shot!
Bokeh for Beginners
Saturday 16 March
Mount Street, Taunton, Somerset - 10am - 2 Hours
Zoe Barton
Immerse yourself in an enlightening photography session where the secrets of mastering aperture will be unveiled to you. Learn how to weave the appealing Bokeh effect into your creative arsenal, transforming your photographs into stunning, professional-grade shots.
Portraiture With Natural Light
Saturday 30 March
Mount Street, Taunton, Somerset - 2pm - 2 Hours
Zoe Barton
Immerse yourself in an enlightening photography event, specially crafted to improve your understanding of composition and the crucial role of light, elevating your photography skills to new heights. Join the hands-on experience of photographing a model using available light 2013 no on-camera flash or strobe photography, just you and the ethereal beauty of the existing illumination.
Walkthrough troubleshooting, make fine-tuned adjustments, and masterfully capture a successful portrait. Discover the art of using light modifiers, like a reflector, to maintain proper exposure in challenging lighting conditions. A world of photographic expertise awaits, all set to transform you into a better photographer.
Introduction to Adobe Lightroom
Saturday 13 April
North Street, Taunton Town Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Zoe Barton
Adobe Lightroom is a post production software used to enhance your photography.
Whether you're interested in learning more about what Lightroom could offer you, or you already have the software and want some advice on how to understand it better, this class is for you!
The aim of this class is to understand the basics of Lightroom to enhance your photographs.
Black and White plus Sepia
Saturday 02 December
The Royal Crescent, Bath, UK - 12pm - 3 Hours
Meher Soni
Immerse yourself in a fascinating exploration of captivating black and white images. Learn the art of utilizing strong lighting, making simple subject choices, and arranging strong compositions to produce compelling photographs. In addition, dive into the techniques of transforming your images into sepia and color wash tones. This event is perfect for those eager to elevate their understanding and skills in producing distinctive and evocative images.
Christmas Market Meetup
Saturday 09 December
Exeter City Centre - 4pm - 2 Hours
Kevin Hind
Join us for an evening capturing the Christmas spirit.
This is an easy and fun photo walk, capturing merry moments, Christmas colors, and lights to remember the holiday.
Join as a family or a friend to make it extra special.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 10 December
Bristol City Centre - 9am - 3 Hours
Charlotte Sams
Take the first step towards mastering the art of photography with an engaging session tailored especially for novices. Unearth the joy of controlling manual settings, familiarizing yourself with the fundamental elements of exposure aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. After a thorough understanding and practice of these essential aspects, you will embark on the exciting journey of exploring composition. So, elevate your photography skills and capture memories with heightened clarity, creativity, and confidence. This instructional session ensures you no longer remain a bystander in the vibrant world of photography.
Flatlay Photography in a Cafe
Saturday 16 December
Cafe Nero - High St. - 12pm - 2 Hours
Meher Soni
What better way to start the morning than with a cafe coffee and photography. Come and join us in taking a top down view of our world, whilst we start the journey of becoming visual story tellers through flatlay.
We will explore the increasingly popular world of flatlay photography. In this world composition is key and what we exclude is as important to our story as what is included. We will start with a simple composition and build this through adding elements, whilst exploring different briefs.
This one is all about composition composition composition.
Abstract Photography
Sunday 17 December
Bristol City Centre. - 1pm - 2 Hours
Charlotte Sams
Dive into the captivating world of Abstract Photography where the aesthetics of shape, color, and form take center stage over easily recognizable subjects. Immerse yourself in the transformative potential of this unique genre, all while being part of a collaborative, creative journey. Unleash your inner artist and master new innovative skills. Are you ready to redefine the boundaries of photography? Come, unfold your creative potential with us.
Light Painting (playing with light)
Saturday 06 January
Cheap St. - 6pm - 2 Hours
Aditya Yadav
Dive into the captivating world of light painting with our upcoming workshop, ideal for photographers of all skill levels. This session strives to offer particular value to those new to this technique. We'll guide you through the process of light painting, including the essential accessories one may require. Begin with a simple light source and gradually level up to using multiple sources, all while learning how to effectively expose your subjects. Master this mesmerizing photography technique and witness your images come to life like never before.
Birds and Nature
Sunday 14 January
Chew Stoke, Chew Magna - 8am - 3 Hours
Charlotte Sams
Experience the magic of capturing the natural beauty of birds in detail at our bespoke event tailor-made for bird watchers, nature enthusiasts and photography lovers. This expert-led session aims to transform your photography skills, providing comprehensive insights into getting sharp images consistently.
The session will delve into several relevant topics, including optimal lighting conditions, understanding bird behaviors, navigating photography equipment, and operation nuances. Join us to unravel and nurture your passion for wildlife photography, enabling you to capture the creatures you admire the most in their vibrant details. Don't miss this opportunity to combine your love for nature and the intricate art of photography.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 20 January
Cheap St. - 1pm - 2 Hours
Aditya Yadav
Refine your photography skills with our comprehensive course on Composition in Photography. Discover the art of arranging visual elements within the frame to capture breathtaking photos. Attendees will learn a range of techniques, from the rule of thirds, to the use of shapes, and mastering the balance between negative and positive space. You'll also explore lines, symmetry, patterns, points, color, tone, distance, and balance to enhance your photographic abilities. Whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or a seasoned professional, this course promises to improve your ability to visualize and capture the scenes you desire to photograph. Join us and elevate your photographic vision.
Learn Photography for Beginners
Saturday 27 January
Exeter Quay - 11am - 3 Hours
Kevin Hind
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 28 January
Bristol City Centre - 9am - 3 Hours
Charlotte Sams
Take the first step towards mastering the art of photography with an engaging session tailored especially for novices. Unearth the joy of controlling manual settings, familiarizing yourself with the fundamental elements of exposure aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. After a thorough understanding and practice of these essential aspects, you will embark on the exciting journey of exploring composition. So, elevate your photography skills and capture memories with heightened clarity, creativity, and confidence. This instructional session ensures you no longer remain a bystander in the vibrant world of photography.
Long Lens Wildlife & Nature Photography
Saturday 03 February
Ashton Court - 9am - 2 Hours
Aditya Yadav
Capture the joy of the great outdoors with stunning landscapes and mesmerizing wildlife in our upcoming meetup! We'll delve into the essentials of camera settings, with a strong focus on optimal landscape configurations with wildlife. Learn invaluable techniques for your landscape and wildlife photography, including camera tracking, focusing, and composition. Then, it's time to put your newfound skills to the test through enjoyable and engaging exercises. Join us for an adventure in photography that's both educational and fun!
Creative Camera Techniques
Sunday 11 February
Bristol City Centre - 9am - 2 Hours
Charlotte Sams
Embark on a photographic journey like never before with our Creative Camera Techniques event! Unleash your imagination as we explore innovative approaches to photography, from experimental lighting to dynamic composition. Join us for an inspiring day of hands-on learning, creativity, and the chance to elevate your photography skills to new heights.
In this group, we will look at unusual techniques of image-making: Free lensing, rear sync flash and multiple exposures.
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 02 December
Royal Victoria Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Bhavana Ram Mohan
Join our Beginner's Drawing Class for an exciting journey into the world of art! Discover the foundations of drawing and unlock your creative potential as we guide you through the essentials of perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
Our skilled instructors will make learning a joy, and you'll get hands-on experience with different Mark Making techniques to transform that intimidating blank page into a canvas waiting to be filled with your imagination.
This class is tailored for complete beginners, so come and explore the joy of drawing with us!
Beginner's Watercolour Class
Saturday 09 December
Stockwood - 11am - 2 Hours
Ziana Mourin
Dive into the world of watercolour painting in our Beginner's Watercolour Class! Join us for a splash of creativity as we kick things off with a fun demonstration of basic techniques. Then, let your imagination flow as you try your hand at painting the beautiful surroundings. No experience needed – just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to have a fantastic time with watercolours!
Eastville Park Lake
Sunday 10 December
Eastville Park Lake
Do you need an updated family portrait? Come along to our mini photo sessions.
Mini-sessions are short 30 minute photo sessions for up to 6 people - perfect for families with little ones who can't sit still for too long.
