Beginner Photography Class
Saturday 04 July
Newcastle City Centre - 12:30pm - 3 Hours
Jenny Vest
Ready to take your photography skills to the next level? Join Jenny for an engaging and hands-on beginner's photography class designed for amateur photographers. Bring your DSLR or mirrorless camera to get the most out of your gear.What You'll Learn- How Your Camera Works Gain confidence by understanding key functions.- Mastering the Exposure Triangle Balance ISO, shutter speed, and aperture for perfect exposures.- Creative Composition Techniques Use rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing for stunning images.Session Details Kick off with theory over lunch and drinks in a local coffee shop, then head outdoors to practice in the park or city centre depending on weather. Bring money for refreshments. If travelling by metro, check for closures, especially on match days.
Architecture Photography in Black and White
Saturday 13 June
Durham - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Nick Small
Black and White Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing and have an impact to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer records the form and structure of the scenario not just the full building.In this session we will start at the train station and head into Durham be covering how to better understand Architecture traditional and contemporary photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots be they abstract or contextual utilising our cameras black and white mode and settings
Portraiture With Natural Light
Saturday 20 June
Marton-in-Cleveland - 3pm - 2 Hours
Mark Taylor
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.
We, as a class, will be photographing a model without any on-camera flash or strobe photography. Just the available light, we will walk through, troubleshoot, make adjustments and capture a portrait successfully.
We will also learn how to use light modifiers like a reflector to help capture appropriately exposed shots in not-so-great lighting
Please try and bring a model with you this could be a family member or a friend.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 27 June
Framwellgate Waterside, Durham - 10am - 3 Hours
Nick Small
Taking great photos takes time, practice, patience and consideration. In the beginning stages it is very easy to become frustrated that your images don't capture your subject as you would like to. This class is designed to give you a solid understanding of the fundamental basics ofphotography the "nuts and bolts" that will set you on the path to understanding your camera and how to create great shots. With these fundamentals, you will have the skills and the confidence to approach any style of photography, from portraits to landscapes andeverything in between, but importantly you will learn how to enjoy your photographic journeys.
Learn Photography Basics Meetup
Saturday 11 July
Marton-in-Cleveland - 2pm - 2 Hours
Mark Taylor
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!Join our "Learn Photography Basics" 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.
WWC (Walk with Camera)
Saturday 15 August
Whitby - 10am - 2 Hours
Mark Taylor
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
I Shoot it, You Shoot it
Saturday 12 September
Marton-in-Cleveland - 2pm - 2 Hours
Mark Taylor
This session, will have a wide variation of subjects and creative lighting. The idea is that you can see how I shoot a scene, and then you place your camera in position and shoot the same way. This is a very effective way to study and learn new techniques.
Street Photography at Night Halloween Edition
Saturday 31 October
Whitby - 8pm - 2 Hours
Mark Taylor
Join us for a spooky and exciting night of street photography! In this special Halloween-themed edition, we'll explore the streets after dark, capturing the eerie atmosphere, unique costumes, and vibrant energy of the night. Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, this session will help you sharpen your low-light photography skills while embracing the fun and creativity of Halloween. Don't forget your camera and a sense of adventure!
Beginners Photography Class
Saturday 21 November
Marton-in-Cleveland - 1pm - 3.0 Hours
Mark Taylor
A friendly, hands-on 3-hour class for beginners covering camera basics, exposure, composition and practical exercises to build confidence shooting in manual mode. Perfect for anyone who wants to understand their camera and take better photos.
Watercolour Techniques Workshop
Saturday 13 June
Quayside, Newcastle - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Stanley Ezeh
Watercolour techniques workshop: a step-by-step guide on the best ways to paint using various watercolour techniques. Suitable for all skill levels. Beginners welcome. Bring own materials.
Still Life Painting Workshop
Saturday 11 July
Quayside, Newcastle - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Stanley Ezeh
Still life painting workshop: learning how best to interpret compositions and achieve proportion and balance on paper. Suitable for all skill levels. Beginners welcome. Bring own materials.
Colours of Summer
Saturday 08 August
Quayside, Newcastle - 11am - 2 Hours
Stanley Ezeh
Colours of Summer watercolour workshop exploring the bright and warm colours of summer. Suitable for all skill levels. Beginners welcome. Bring own materials.
Figurative Painting Watercolour Workshop
Saturday 12 September
Quayside, Newcastle - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Stanley Ezeh
Figurative watercolour workshop: understand the human anatomy and proportions while sketching or painting figures. Suitable for all skill levels. Beginners welcome. Bring own materials.
