DONCASTER
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Long Exposure Photography

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.
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Understanding Metering

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.
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£24      
Macro Photography Meetup

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.
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£24      

Nearby Photography Groups

Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 10 December
Tower St, York YO1 9SA - 10:30am - 2 Hours
York Photography Group
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.
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£24      
Christmas Street Photography (Festive Spirits

Christmas Street Photography (Festive Spirits

Sunday 10 December
Beverley Market - 1pm - 2 Hours
Hull Photography Group
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/
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£24      
Night Photography Meetup

Night Photography Meetup

Sunday 10 December
Town End Road - 6pm - 2 Hours
Hull Photography Group
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.
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£24      

Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portraits

Sunday 17 December
Humber Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Hull Photography Group
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.
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£24      
Christmas Street Photography (Festive Spirits

Christmas Street Photography (Festive Spirits

Sunday 17 December
Beverley Market - 4pm - 2 Hours
Hull Photography Group
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/
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£24      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 23 December
Albion St, Leeds City Centre - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Wakefield Photography Group
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.
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£24      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 06 January
Clarkehouse Rd, Broomhall - 10am - 3 Hours
Sheffield Photography Group
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.
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£61       5 places left
The Wall

The Wall

Sunday 07 January
Station Rd, York - 11am - 2 Hours
York Photography Group
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.
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£24      
Editing Photography Class

Editing Photography Class

Sunday 07 January
Kingswood - 4pm - 3 Hours
Hull Photography Group
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.
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£61       5 places left

Angles and Views

Angles and Views

Saturday 13 January
Sheffield City Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Sheffield Photography Group
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 ?

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£24      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 13 January
Summergangs Rd - 10:15am - 3 Hours
Hull Photography Group
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.
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£61      
Light Painting (playing with light)

Light Painting (playing with light)

Saturday 13 January
Livingstone Rd - 4:30pm - 2 Hours
Hull Photography Group
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

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£24      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginners Christmas Crochet Class

Beginners Christmas Crochet Class

Saturday 16 December
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 12:30pm - 3 Hours
Leeds Crochet Club
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.
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£42      
Mini Photo Session

Mini Photo Session

Saturday 13 January
Woodhouse, Leeds
Leeds Family Photo
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.

book now       10:00am       £121

book now       10:30am       £121
Amigurumi Class

Amigurumi Class

Sunday 14 January
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 12pm - 3 Hours
Leeds Crochet Club
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.
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£42      

Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 10 February
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Leeds Crochet Club
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.
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£42      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Sunday 10 March
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 12pm - 3 Hours
Leeds Crochet Club
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.
book now
£42      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 20 April
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Leeds Crochet Club
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.
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£42      

Crochet Stitches Class

Crochet Stitches Class

Saturday 18 May
141 Easterly Rd, Roundhay - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Leeds Crochet Club
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
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£42      
ABOUT DONCASTER
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Doncaster .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

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  • REVIEWS
    Really enjoyed this session with Shams. He made lots of suggestions for creative street photography and I felt he quickly picked up on the differing interest areas of our group and supported us in fine tuning our techniques to realise our inspirations. We also learned from each other and enjoyed looking to see what each other were capturing with our differing lenses and cameras. A really relaxing and enjoyable session!
    5/5
    Mike
    2023-10-30
    Didn't realise it was1 to 1. Very good course and the instructor was very helpful. Would recommend this course.
    5/5
    Julie
    2023-08-21
    Really enjoyed the class and felt like I learnt a lot! Everything was explained in layman's terms and was a great balance between theory and practice. The trainer taking the class was very friendly and approachable and didn't make you feel silly for asking lots of questions. I really feel like I've come away from the course with more knowledge and confidence, ready to go and practice on my own.
    5/5
    Emma
    2023-04-25

    Brilliant introduction to photography! Very insightful and I can wait to get out there and practice everything we went through.
    5/5
    Adam
    2023-03-06
    The course was very informative and put across really well.
    5/5
    Gary
    2023-03-06
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Shams Merchant
    Shams is a passionate and creative photographer with five years of experience in freezing unforgettable moments in time. Alongside a deep love for photography, Shams finds immense joy in educating and inspiring others to explore the art of capturing visual stories.

    With specializing in New Born Baby photography, Wedding and Events, Shams is also an Award winning photographer in Street Photography Contest. Beyond capturing images, Shams takes pleasure in sharing knowledge and experience with aspiring photographers.
    PHOTOS
    Doncaster Photography Group
    2023-12-03
    Title or Location: Chequer Rd, Doncaster
    Shot with a high contrast setting on an Olympus Pen8Archive building, Doncaster.
    Credit: MoY

    Doncaster Photography Group
    2023-12-01
    Title or Location: Peterborough to march trainline
    Originally shot in colour and edited in lightroom to monochrome. Blue sky darkened and just a touch of sharpening. Shot on a crossroad at a local farm
    Credit: Mark Haylett
    Facebook: Mark Charles Haylett
    Doncaster Photography Group
    2023-11-24
    Title or Location: My Back Garden
    Starlings breakfast time. We usually get around 10 but these two spent quite a lot of time arguing over the coconut half
    Credit: Natalie Hodgett
    Instagram: beautyofaclick

    Doncaster Photography Group
    2023-11-12
    Title or Location: Millstone Edge, Near Hathersage, Peak District
    I was out one afternoon in early October with a view to finding a shot of the fabulous Silver Birch trees around Hathersage Moor. I had composed for a shot of a beautiful Silver Birch waiting for the late afternoon sun to light it up. I waited patiently but the light just didn't happen. However, over my left shoulder was the steady build of an interesting cloud inversion hugging the distant hills around Abney Clough. As the cloud began to creep over the land a small copse of trees through a squi
    Credit: Richard Watkinson
    Facebook: Richard Watkinson
    Instagram: r.watkinson

    Doncaster Photography Group
    2023-08-18
    Title or Location:
    Lavender in full bloom I noticed full of honey Bees, so went and grabbed camera in hopes of getting some pics, thought must be hive in area, I have since found out they can travel up to 3 miles from its hive, you don't need to go far to practice the lovely hobby of photography
    Credit: Violet Hurd
    Doncaster Photography Group
    2023-06-16
    Title or Location: in the garden
    being retired I needed a pass time so wanting to get better at photography, I set myself a challenge to try and get some bee pics as they are amazing little things, tried last year not so good lots of fuzzy fuzzy blobs with the odd one not bad so hard I found, very frustrating indeed, and so this year began same challenge and again fuzzy blobs gradually they started to get better so know I am so pleased with them now, moral never give up and you don't have to go far for your hobby
    Credit: violet hurd

    Birmingham Photography Group
    2023-12-06
    Title or Location: Wellesbourne Mountford Airfield
    Vulcan XM655, landed at Wellesbourne Airfield in Feb 1984, Still in running order.At a paid-for up close and personal event there.After a downpour in the afternoon, I managed to get down low and muddy to line up a handheld reflection as a bracketed HDR of 7 shots.As the sun started to set behind me, giving a nice reflective sun hue over the aircraft and minimising shadows. The resulting standing water gives a great reflection in reverse.45mm 1/30 f4
    Credit: Craig Burley
    Facebook: Craig.Burley.5
    Instagram: Craig.Burley.5
    Reading Photography Group
    2023-12-06
    Title or Location: New Forest wildlife park
    Worth a visit to the New Forest wildlife park , great to see wolves in the Forest again ..&128522
    Credit: Mark Isaacs
    Facebook: MI photography
    Sacramento Photography Group
    2023-12-05
    Title or Location: Osaka Aquarium, Osaka, Japan
    Photo taken at Osaka Aquarium, Osaka, Japan. This was a pretty cool aquarium. Several tanks were several stories tall with viewing area on each floor. This photo is of a Black Crown Night Heron. Shot with my Nikon Z8 Nikon Z24-120S 4.0Processed with Photoshop Topaz . I shoot raw so I used several adjustment layers to achieve the desired look.
    Credit: John P Simpson

    Ocala Photography Group
    2023-12-05
    Title or Location: Christmas Boxer
    I was testing out a new backdrop that I purchased for a family mini Christmas shoot that I have coming up. I used to make my children be my models but since they are grown Zeus, my boxer, was such a good boy and was my model. This was shot on a Canon EOS 6D with the EF 24-105mm f/4L at 24mm, ISO 320, 1/160. I used two Alien B800 strobes with white umbrellas.
    Credit: Sharon Howard Photography
    Facebook: Sharon La Casse Howard
    Instagram: sharon.howard.photography
    Pasadena Photography Group
    2023-12-04
    Title or Location: Glendora
    In 1989 I started a tradition of Photos with Santa. At the time I was Public Relations Director and Event coordinator for Bless Keller, later to merge with Dilbeck Realtors as Director of P.R. and Special Events. When I started this event we had 3 offices and Santa and I would show up at each office for a Holiday Party and Free Santa Photos. This was a client appreciation event as well as an introduction event to our communities. Over the years we increased our locations to 14 offices. This
    Credit: Bev Widney
    Peterborough Photography Group
    2023-12-04
    Title or Location: Ham Cut at Ferry Meadows.
    Kingfishers are very active at the moment. This one caught a fish and I was lucky enough to catch the picture as it turned it's prey around to swallow it head first.
    Credit: Rob Walker
    Facebook: Rob Walker Photography
    Instagram: rob100walker

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