Workshops
We offer a variety of workshops giving a chance to work face to face delivering theory and practical advice. We travel across Northumberland visiting groups of interested individuals.
Upcoming events and a small selection of the topics we have covered in the past are listed here.
Bespoke sessions are available by arrangement. A huge number of the subjects covered in our resources area (click here to view) can be adapted into practical sessions allowing a hands on chance to build experience, create wonderful images and work through, in person, any problems you may have been having.
Upcoming events and a small selection of the topics we have covered in the past are listed here.
Bespoke sessions are available by arrangement. A huge number of the subjects covered in our resources area (click here to view) can be adapted into practical sessions allowing a hands on chance to build experience, create wonderful images and work through, in person, any problems you may have been having.
Creating Cyanotypes
Making Christmas Cards: 2pm Tuesday the 8th of November. Whalton Village Hall, NE61 3XA.
People have been making Cyanotypes for 180 years, originally this technique was used to create copies of important documents (blueprints) and for creating scientific records (see Anna Atkins and her pioneering botanical work).
Cyanotypes are a type of slow photography that does not require a camera. In a style known as contact printing they are made by placing objects onto paper impregnated with the right chemicals, then exposing the paper to light.
This workshop is an introduction to this wonderful world of alchemy. A presentation will inform and inspire participants alongside the practical exercise which gives all a chance to create their own image to take away.
Cyanotypes are a type of slow photography that does not require a camera. In a style known as contact printing they are made by placing objects onto paper impregnated with the right chemicals, then exposing the paper to light.
This workshop is an introduction to this wonderful world of alchemy. A presentation will inform and inspire participants alongside the practical exercise which gives all a chance to create their own image to take away.
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Astrophotography
3.45pm Sunday 27th of November 2022. Elsdon Village Hall, NE19 1AB
With thanks to Simon Etheridge for all of the images above.
Please arrive ready to start at 3.45. We will be on site from 3pm to facilitate setting up in daylight.
An introduction to looking at and photographing the night sky, this event is suitable for beginners or those hoping to develop their skills or increase their knowledge. We are very lucky to have an experienced and interesting astronomer attending to help explain what we will see. The hall has a seating area, toilets and kitchen. Hot drinks will be provided. In the event of mixed weather on the evening of the event, to keep us occupied while the clouds blow over we have alternative activities for both photography and astronomy suitable for indoors.
Highly recommended: Warm clothes, RED torches, camera, tripod, binoculars.
Useful to bring: a long / telephoto lens, shutter release / remote control,
The organisers will have equipment which can be used during the event.
Please arrive ready to start at 3.45. We will be on site from 3pm to facilitate setting up in daylight.
An introduction to looking at and photographing the night sky, this event is suitable for beginners or those hoping to develop their skills or increase their knowledge. We are very lucky to have an experienced and interesting astronomer attending to help explain what we will see. The hall has a seating area, toilets and kitchen. Hot drinks will be provided. In the event of mixed weather on the evening of the event, to keep us occupied while the clouds blow over we have alternative activities for both photography and astronomy suitable for indoors.
Highly recommended: Warm clothes, RED torches, camera, tripod, binoculars.
Useful to bring: a long / telephoto lens, shutter release / remote control,
The organisers will have equipment which can be used during the event.
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Wildlife Photography
This topic has been popular with both photographers and natural historians. The presentation shows an array of wonderful wildlife images and gives detailed but accessible information on how to improve your own field craft and photography, no matter what equipment you have.
Portraiture
Posing people, raising a smile, managing the light and remembering to check all your camera settings simultaneously is daunting for most photographers. Thankfully all these skills can be learned and where better than in a controlled low stress environment. This session has proved popular with camera clubs where participants have had the chance to swot up on theory and take some nice images for their portfolio.