Long Exposure Photography
Saturday 09 December
St Sepulchre Gate - 10am - 2 Hours
Shams Merchant
Step into the exciting realm of long-exposure photography and tripod techniques to beautifully capture light trails. Master the art of keeping the shutter open for extended periods, a technique that brings out unique and captivating effects in your photographs. This learning experience promises to take your photography skills to a dramatic new level. Experience the joy of learning the basics and beyond in this enticing workshop.
Understanding Metering
Saturday 06 January
St Sepulchre Gate - 10am - 2 Hours
Shams Merchant
Master the art of Metering, the secret fourth dimension of the exposure square. Join us in delving into its intricacies, as crucial to perfect exposure as aperture, ISO, and shutter speed. We offer guidance on how and when to employ every metering option, thereby empowering you to capture creative lighting for dynamic shots. Elevate your photographic skills. Illuminate your shots with flair and finesse. Experiment, explore, and engage in the fascinating world of Metering. Transform your exposure control from an art to a definitive craft.
Macro Photography Meetup
Saturday 20 January
Thornes Rd. - 10am - 2 Hours
Shams Merchant
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of macro photography, where small everyday objects are magnified to reveal the astonishing beauty hidden in their minute details. Often focusing on captivating subjects such as flowers and insects, these hands-on sessions will allow you to observe and capture their world like never before. Set your alarm because we start at first light when our tiny subjects are at their most lively. So bring your curiosity and get ready for a thrilling journey as you transform ordinary into extraordinary through your lens.
Street Photography
Sunday 10 December
Tower St, York YO1 9SA - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Mark Sullivan
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Christmas Street Photography (Festive Spirits
Sunday 10 December
Beverley Market - 1pm - 2 Hours
Anete Sooda
In this event, we will explore photography techniques/camera settings in a fast paced environment. If you are using manual mode, this will be a good challenge. To get ourselves immersed in festive joy and create stunning photos , enjoy market, food stalls and Christmas magic.
NOTES: Link to the event and other relevant facts - https://www.beverleyfestivalofchristmas.co.uk/
Night Photography Meetup
Sunday 10 December
Town End Road - 6pm - 2 Hours
Stefano Cavallini
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.
In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
Outdoor Portraits
Sunday 17 December
Humber Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Anete Sooda
Unleash your inner photographer and learn some essential tricks and techniques for capturing stunning outdoor portraits at our exciting event. Photography enthusiasts of all levels will benefit from the insights shared on posing dos and don'ts tailored to different body types. Further, we will explore methods of shooting under diverse daylight conditions. Instruction will include managing strong sunlight, adjusting for shade, and creating compelling compositions for your background.
In this interactive experience, we encourage attendees to bring along family or friends to serve as models. The emphasis is on practical application and hands-on learning to enhance your skills.
For optimal results, we recommend a normal 85mm or longer lens or a zoom. But don't worry if you don't have one, wide-angle lenses are also welcome as there will be discussions and practice involving environmental portraits as well.
Join us, for a surefooted stride into the world of portrait photography, as you learn to picture perfect portraits of your loved ones.
Christmas Street Photography (Festive Spirits
Sunday 17 December
Beverley Market - 4pm - 2 Hours
Stefano Cavallini
In this event, we will explore photography techniques/camera settings in a fast paced environment. If you are using manual mode, this will be a good challenge. To get ourselves immersed in festive joy and create stunning photos , enjoy market, food stalls and Christmas magic.
NOTES: Link to the event and other relevant facts - https://www.beverleyfestivalofchristmas.co.uk/
WWC (Walk with Camera)
Saturday 23 December
Albion St, Leeds City Centre - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 06 January
Clarkehouse Rd, Broomhall - 10am - 3 Hours
David Stones
Its a new year ! Time to finally get around to learning the basics about photography! 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. (All without too much jargon and 'tech' overkill !)
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a experienced educator and photographer.
The Wall
Sunday 07 January
Station Rd, York - 11am - 2 Hours
Mark Sullivan
Join us for a dynamic session that delves into the art of transforming the simple into the extraordinary. Learn how to use colour and texture to breathe life into a flat wall and make your images leap off the page. It's much more than just taking a photo - it's about mastering the creative techniques needed to make any scene pop with interest and intrigue.
Editing Photography Class
Sunday 07 January
Kingswood - 4pm - 3 Hours
Stefano Cavallini
Take the next step in your photography journey and unlock the full potential of the post-editing process!
In this course, you will learn how to transform RAW files into finished and captivating photos, ready for printing.
We will be working with the latest version of Adobe's powerful software: Lightroom.
Angles and Views
Saturday 13 January
Sheffield City Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
David Stones
In this session we'll be looking at Sheffield buildings and considering how we can challenge ourselves to find new viewpoints and perspectives when out with our camera. Looking for strong urban landscape compositions that emphasise angles and points of view. How can familiar subjects be shown in unusual and interesting ways ?
How can we manipulate our camera settings to enhance our intentions ?
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 13 January
Summergangs Rd - 10:15am - 3 Hours
Stefano Cavallini
Take the opportunity to delve deeper into the mechanics of your camera. Steam away from automatic exposure and unearth the potential of your gadget by understanding the intricacies of shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and how these play a significant role in managing exposure. Follow this with a practical session under the watchful eye of a seasoned photographer who will guide you through applying your newly acquired skills. Grasp this chance to elevate your photography prowess.
Light Painting (playing with light)
Saturday 13 January
Livingstone Rd - 4:30pm - 2 Hours
Anete Sooda
This meetup will focus on the process of light painting along with additional accessories needed or suggested for light painting.This workshop will be open to photographers of all levels however it will provide value to entry-level photographers the most as it will focus on the process of light painting along with additional accessories needed or suggested for light painting.
We'll start out with a simple light source and then we'll slowly move up to multiple sources along with exposing your subject
Beginners Christmas Crochet Class
Saturday 16 December
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 12:30pm - 3 Hours
Leoni Cohen
Are you wanting to create some lovely home-made Christmas gifts or decorations this year? Look no further, this class will cover creating crochet baubles for your Christmas tree or to gift to friends and family.
This will be a beginner friendly class so don't worry if you've not picked up a hook in a long time, or ever!
Come and join us for a fun, relaxed and friendly class.
Mini Photo Session
Saturday 13 January
Woodhouse, Leeds
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.
Amigurumi Class
Sunday 14 January
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 12pm - 3 Hours
Leoni Cohen
Amigurumi class for beginners to advanced.
Are you inspired by the crochet toys you see around but think you won't try because you don't know how to do it and it looks too hard?
Well then, this is the class for you!
Are you past the beginner stage of crochet and ready to expand your skills and knowledge by learning Amigurumi.
During this 3 hour session you will produce your own filled amigurumi heart and be well on your way to taking on more amigurumi challenges.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 10 February
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Leoni Cohen
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.
Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Sunday 10 March
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 12pm - 3 Hours
Leoni Cohen
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.
Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 20 April
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Leoni Cohen
Dive into the art of crochet, whether you're a novice just starting out, a lapsed artisan, or simply wish for some fine tuning on your basic stitches. Our class begins with the fundamentals of yarn handling, gradually moving to the construction of the time-honored granny square. With crochet materials provided and a complimentary tea or coffee, it's an experience crafted for your comfort and convenience. Embark on a creative journey with our skilled guides at your side.
Crochet Stitches Class
Saturday 18 May
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Leoni Cohen
Are you stuck doing the same old stitches and basic patterns in crochet? Would you like to learn new stitches, techniques and textures to elevate your crocheting repertoire.
Look no further! Come along to my class on crochet stitches, suitable for those who have learned the basics and want to move onto trickier stitches.
We will also look at pattern reading and creat a textured piece to keep