GUILDFORD
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

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Night Street Photography

Night Street Photography

Saturday 08 February
Brighton Train Station - 4pm - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
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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£26      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 22 February
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
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£26      
Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography

Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography

Saturday 22 February
Shoreham Harbour - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Many argue that black and white is the true language of photography. In this beginner's introduction to black and white you will learn key skills to improve your black and white photography.

Learn how to set the camera up to take RAW and jpeg and why!

How to set the camera to shoot in black and white as well as how to adjust how the camera uses this mode!

Develop your exposure skills to make the most of black and white by learning exposure compensation and even manual exposure mode.

You also learn different ways to approach black and white depending on weather conditions. Dramatic cloudy skies can be taken advantage of in b/w by correct use of filters, whereas dull over caste days can still make for arresting images, it's all about how you approach it.

Along with mastering B/W you will also learn which techniques suit architecture photography the best. From taking advantage of shape and form, minimalism and the effect of different focal lengths.

Promises to be an exciting meet tasking full advantage of the range of different architecture the area has to offer.
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£26      

Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Sunday 23 February
Basingstoke City Centre - 9am - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Photography Group
Lucie Nakach
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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£26      
Street Photography Meetup

Street Photography Meetup

Sunday 02 March
Basingstoke City Centre - 9am - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Photography Group
Lucie Nakach
Come down and explore the city and the many ways you can take pictures of it!We'll explore new and exciting ways to look at the city and its streets through learning the composition, settings, telling a story through your photograph, and learning the basic dos and don't for street photography.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 08 March
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 11am - 3 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
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.
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£67      

Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Sunday 09 March
Basingstoke City Centre - 9am - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Photography Group
Lucie Nakach
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
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£26      
Landscape Photography Meetup

Landscape Photography Meetup

Sunday 16 March
Eastrop Way - 9am - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Photography Group
Lucie Nakach
Come and learn how to take stunning landscape pictures!Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. In this meetup, we will focus on learning all about compositions, focal points, unique perspectives, and more!
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£26      
Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography

Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography

Sunday 16 March
Shoreham Harbour - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Many argue that black and white is the true language of photography. In this beginner's introduction to black and white you will learn key skills to improve your black and white photography.

Learn how to set the camera up to take RAW and jpeg and why!

How to set the camera to shoot in black and white as well as how to adjust how the camera uses this mode!

Develop your exposure skills to make the most of black and white by learning exposure compensation and even manual exposure mode.

You also learn different ways to approach black and white depending on weather conditions. Dramatic cloudy skies can be taken advantage of in b/w by correct use of filters, whereas dull over caste days can still make for arresting images, it's all about how you approach it.

Along with mastering B/W you will also learn which techniques suit architecture photography the best. From taking advantage of shape and form, minimalism and the effect of different focal lengths.

Promises to be an exciting meet tasking full advantage of the range of different architecture the area has to offer.
book now
£26      

I Shoot It, You Shoot It

I Shoot It, You Shoot It

Saturday 22 March
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
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.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 23 March
Basingstoke City Centre - 9am - 3 Hours
Basingstoke Photography Group
Lucie Nakach
This class is perfect for beginners that want to try and go more out of their camera!In this 3 hour class, we will go over ALL the basics so you can feel confident in your skills.You will have lots of time to practice your new skills and try new things.This is a very hands-on class so you will be helped every step of the way!
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£67      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 29 March
Queens Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Industrial architecture is a great subject for photography and has inspired many o the photographic greats.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.

We will also look at how important composition is, and the wide varieties of approach that can be used for architecture to create some arresting images

Brighton train station itself boasts some impressive period architectural details, and then the new development behind it shows a marked contrast in architectural styles. There will be plenty of opportunity to make some creative images and hopefully you will never look at buildings in quite the same way!
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£26      

Other Nearby Groups

Painting Birds with Watercolour Meetup

Painting Birds with Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 08 March
Hackwood Rd - 4pm - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Art Group
Nirali Khamar
In this workshop, we will explore the art of painting birds using watercolour techniques.

We will cover topics such as color mixing, brush techniques, and composition, and provide you with step-by-step instructions to create your own bird painting. You will have the opportunity to work on your own painting, with guidance and feedback from our instructors.
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£26      
Mandala Art Meetup

Mandala Art Meetup

Saturday 22 March
Eastrop Lane - 4pm - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Art Group
Nirali Khamar
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating beautiful and intricate mandala designs. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of drawing mandalas, with a focus on the different elements that make up these stunning circular designs. We will cover topics such as symmetry, patterns, and repetition, and provide you with step-by-step instructions to create your own mandalas. You will learn techniques for creating intricate designs using simple shapes and patterns, including using rulers and compasses to create precise circles and lines. A mandala is a complex abstract design that is usually circular in form. Traditionally, a mandala is a geometric design or pattern that represents the cosmos or deities in various heavenly worlds.
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£26      
Perspective Drawing Meetup

Perspective Drawing Meetup

Saturday 05 April
Hackwood Rd - 4pm - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Art Group
Nirali Khamar
Perspective drawing is a technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface

In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of perspective.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of perspective.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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£26      

Beginner's Painting Class _Watercolour or Acrylics

Beginner's Painting Class _Watercolour or Acrylics

Saturday 19 April
Eastrop Lane - 4pm - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Art Group
Nirali Khamar
Discover the joy of painting in this beginner-friendly class designed to introduce you to watercolour and acrylic techniques. Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or looking to explore a new medium, this class will guide you step-by-step to create your own beautiful artwork in a relaxed and supportive environment.
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£26      
Urban Sketch Meetup

Urban Sketch Meetup

Saturday 03 May
Hackwood Rd - 4pm - 2 Hours
Basingstoke Art Group
Nirali Khamar
This meet-up is for people who are interested in sketching urban scenes by using a pen (mostly fountain pen or calligraphic pens) Learn how to draw perspective drawing with a pen to capture what you see surrounding the urban scene.
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£26      
ABOUT GUILDFORD
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 Guildford .

  • 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.

    Join the Guildford Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    It was informative and the hosts were very nice.
    5/5
    Christina
    2024-08-06
    Good. Picked up some useful tips and ideas for how photos could be edited. The tutor knew his stuff and was obviously passionate about what he does.
    4/5
    Andrew
    2024-06-17
    It was an amazing session. Ianco and AJ are very supportive and friendly. Ianco has a great knowledge on lighting and photography and he is good at explaining things in simple and easy ways. I would say this session works for both beginners and advanced photographers too. Highly recommended.
    5/5
    Ramana
    2024-06-11

    This was my first class with the group and I loved it. Only three of us, which I think was ideal, made it a very cosy environment in addition to the tight studio space. Really great relaxed direction and group guidance was refreshing. I would highly recommend
    5/5
    Richard
    2024-03-05
    Great event, really recommend
    5/5
    Sarah
    2023-07-28
    Really nice walk and guidance through the course. We got lucky with the weather which made more photo opportunities.
    5/5
    Dale
    2023-07-25

    I enjoyed the event. Iancu was friendly, patient and very happy to pass on his knowledge and experience. They were a number of things I will do when I next edit my photos.
    5/5
    Chifai
    2023-07-18
    Really enjoyed the course. Photoshop is so powerful and in-depth that tailoring the course for everyone's knowledge, abilities, and needs is really difficult. The trainer did a great job of covering the basics and involving us all.
    5/5
    Martin
    2023-07-11
    An enjoyable meet up and I got some hands on experience of using lights for the first time. Very knowledgable instructors. Good to meet and interact with other photographers, all with different sets of skills.
    5/5
    Steve
    2023-07-04

    Great Sunday morning learning a lot about how to take portrait photos .
    5/5
    Tim
    2023-07-04
    PHOTOS
    Guildford Photography Group
    2024-12-30
    Title or Location: Newlands Corner, Surrey, UK
    Beautiful low-lying mist on an early morning walk at Newlands Corner. Camera: Lumix G9 Olympus 12-200mm lens
    Credit: Donna Gorin LRPS
    Facebook: The Happy Snapper
    Instagram: thehappysnapper.uk

    Guildford Photography Group
    2024-12-20
    Title or Location: Guildford
    Lunchtime sandwiches, taken during another ramble through the town
    Credit: john england
    Guildford Photography Group
    2024-11-27
    Title or Location: Wash Day
    I often tack a walk down the Wey , and just so happened about 500 yards below Bowers Lock this swan seemed to be having a bath . So out with the camera .Nikon D850 with 200-500 lens.
    Credit: Stephen Bradshaw

    Guildford Photography Group
    2024-11-10
    Title or Location: Spirit of Ecstacy - Loxwood Meadows, West Sussex
    Wandering around a display of classic cars at Loxwood Meadows in West Sussex on a beautiful day in August this year, I spotted the opportunity to capture the sun's rays gleaming on the Spirit of Ecstacy, the bonnet mascot of Rolls-Royce cars. I thought the image might make an interesting black-and-white conversion. I cropped the image slightly and blurred the background a bit in editing to emphasize the iconic mascot.Nikon D780Tamron 24-70mm F2.855mm at f/8, 1/400th s
    Credit: Angus Laing

    Guildford Photography Group
    2024-08-25
    Title or Location: RHS Wisley
    An early summer visit in RHS Wisley
    Credit: Congshen Zuo
    Guildford Photography Group
    2024-07-18
    Title or Location: Culzean Castle, Scotland
    There is usually a grand staircase in castles, mansions or palace to show its grandness. The grand oval staircase by Robert Adam (1728 ? 92) in a circular layout is quite particular.
    Credit: Wai In NG

    Las Vegas Photography Group
    2025-02-06
    Title or Location: Red Rock Canyon Overlook
    The moon is setting behind the mountain range, giving the faint glow behind the mountains. Taken with a Nikon Z5 30mm f/2.8, 5 sec and ISO 2500.
    Credit: Michelle Albert

    Albuquerque Photography Group
    2025-02-05
    Title or Location: Placitas, NM
    Clouds and star trails, Placitas, NM.
    Credit: Jim N
    Harrogate Photography Group
    2025-02-05
    Title or Location: St Mary's church, Studley Royal. Ripon
    On the evening on the 10th October 2024 we headed out to look for a bridge to photo the Aurora with due to the red alert for activity.We headed to Studley Royal to go to the valley of the seven bridges, however we got distracted by the Aurora show over St Mary's church. We spent two hours taking photos using the tripod in the silence of the night. While listening to owls calling, red deer rutting and watching the night sky dance away with the magic of the Aurora. We might not have got the
    Credit: Helen Fernyhough
    Instagram: fernyhoughmcalpine

    Calgary Photography Group
    2025-02-05
    Title or Location: Rainbow Falls, near Hilo, Big Island Hawaii
    Taken 21-Sept-'15, the vantage point was quite busy and another tourist got stroppy about me taking up space with my tripod etc, needless to say i paid him no heed, which infuriated him even more. EXIF:iso 100, f16, 2.5s. CPL10stop ND
    Credit: Charlie Stephens
    Instagram: charlie.stephens.7399

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