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Upcoming Events

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Sunday 27 July
St Giles' Square - 9am - 2 Hours
Loredana Sabau
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
book now
£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 10 August
Fish Street - 9am - 3 Hours
Loredana Sabau
Seeking to master your camera settings and escape from automatic exposure mode? Seize this exceptional opportunity to understand your camera better. Participate in this event where you'll learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and how these factors influence your exposure for that perfect shot. Post the briefing, apply your newly learned skills under the mentorship of a professional photographer. Immerse yourself in this engaging experience to enhance your photographic knowledge and skills.
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£72      
Rule of Thirds

Rule of Thirds

Sunday 24 August
St Giles' Square - 9am - 2 Hours
Loredana Sabau
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism.

In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
book now
£28      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 07 September
Fish Street - 10am - 3 Hours
Loredana Sabau
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.
book now
£72      
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Sunday 21 September
St Giles' Square - 10am - 2 Hours
Loredana Sabau
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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£28      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 19 July
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
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.
book now
£67       0 places left
Digital Editing

Digital Editing

Sunday 20 July
Google Meet - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Photography Group
Anthony Tanton
Capturing images is only half the work, and far too often we neglect to work on our editing and post processing skills to the same degree as we work on our skills with the camera. This class aims to give you the skills and knowledge to feel confident in photo editing software to create final images that are ready to be printed and displayed or shared on socials.We'll be going over how to import images, what is a preset, the function of the basic panels within Lightroom, how to edit lighting, colour, cropping and levelling, and more advanced techniques like dodging and burning, masking, and most importantly, how to export and save your edited images.I'll send out some test images so we can edit them together, if you have your own images you'd like to ask about please feel free, as always there will be time for questions throughout.
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£28       4 places left
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Sunday 20 July
City Centre - 11am - 2 Hours
Coventry Photography Group
Selina Bhairon
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
book now
£28      

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Sunday 27 July
Furzton Lake, Milton Keynes, ENG - 12pm - 2 Hours
Milton Keynes Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
book now
£28      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 09 August
Brick Lane - 10am - 2 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
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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£28      
Macro Meetup

Macro Meetup

Sunday 10 August
Nanpanton - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Photography Group
Anthony Tanton
Looking to get into macro photography? Awesome, this is the class for you! We'll be looking at the world of the miniature and how to capture it!
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£28      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 10 August
Bond Avenue - 1pm - 3 Hours
Milton Keynes Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
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.
book now
£72      
Rule of Thirds

Rule of Thirds

Sunday 24 August
Furzton Lake, Milton Keynes, ENG - 12pm - 2 Hours
Milton Keynes Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism.

In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
book now
£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 30 August
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
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.
book now
£72      

Street Photography Meetup

Street Photography Meetup

Sunday 07 September
Leicester Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Photography Group
Anthony Tanton
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.If you have any difficulties or new to street photography, please don't be afraid to ask questions.
book now
£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 07 September
Bond Avenue - 2pm - 3 Hours
Milton Keynes Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
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.
book now
£72      
Bespoke Photography Walk

Bespoke Photography Walk

Saturday 13 September
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
What aspects of photography do you really want to learn about - to control depth of field? Take portraits? Improve your composition? Learn the various settings on your camera?If there are specific aspects of your camera and photography you wish to learn about, this three hour photo walk is for you.There will be a wide variety of subjects to shoot in this picturesque part of London and everyone will have the opportunity to master all the approaches and photographic effects they wish to learn more about. The class size is limited to 6 participants, giving you ample time to get the one to one support you need. This is open to those of all skills levels.
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£72       5 places left

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 26 July
Abbey Park Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Art Group
Aateka Bharmal
Unleash Your Inner Artist with Our Drawing Adventure!Get ready to embark on a creative journey like no other in our Drawing Class! Whether you're a budding artist or haven't touched a pencil in years, this class is designed to ignite your artistic spark and equip you with the skills to craft breathtaking artwork.Our seasoned instructors are here to demystify the art of drawing, taking you through the exciting basics like perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. But that's not all - we'll dive into the world of Mark Making techniques, turning that blank page into a canvas of limitless possibilities!No experience? No problem! This class is tailor-made for complete beginners, so you'll fit right in and thrive in our welcoming and encouraging atmosphere.So, don't wait! Join us for a Drawing Class that promises creativity, fun, and the chance to bring your artistic visions to life!
book now
£28      
Still Life Drawing

Still Life Drawing

Saturday 26 July
Priory St, Coventry - 10am - 2 Hours
Coventry Art Group
Bharti Bhagwandas Tanwar
Unlock your creative potential at this incredibly immersive event where you can master the art of still life drawing. This hands-on experience guides you thoroughly through the crux of still life - proportions. This fundamental lesson will empower your ability to capture life's grandeur, reflecting anatomical accuracy. Experience the joy of drawing with us and be prepared to broaden your artistic horizons.
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£28      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 26 July
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
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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£52       5 places left

Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

Saturday 02 August
Terrace Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Karine Gray
Ready to explore the world of portraits and landscapes? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you'll learn the basics of capturing stunning faces and breathtaking outdoor scenes! Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to improve, we'll guide you through every step, from setting up your shot to adding those final touches.

Bring your creativity, and let's make some beautiful art together! Full details of the event location will be provided upon booking confirmation.
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£28      
Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Saturday 02 August
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
If you've seen these beautiful squares and want to learn how to crochet them, come along and learn the techniques to create one of your very own and gain the skills to continue at home and make something bigger with multiple squares. This is a more intermediate class so basic skills would be an advantage but not impossible if you have never crocheted before as I work with a group and also provide one on one help, so if you are a beginner, come and give it a go. All materials are included in the price and you will be able to take your hook and wool with you to make more at home from what you learn. A yummy food platter, coffee, tea and water will also be supplied on the day for all of us to share.
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£48      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 09 August
Kenilworth Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Coventry Art Group
Bharti Bhagwandas Tanwar
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
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£27      

Perspective Drawing

Perspective Drawing

Saturday 16 August
Abbey Park Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Art Group
Aateka Bharmal
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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£28      
Amigurumi 101

Amigurumi 101

Saturday 16 August
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Unleash your creativity and master new crochet skills with our premier Amigurumi workshop, the Japanese technique of crafting adorable, crocheted critters. Ideal for anyone who has conquered our Beginners Class, this session will introduce you to the basics, equipping you to start creating your first Amigurumi heart. We provide all materials and expert instruction throughout the class, complemented with a delicious, refreshing non-alcoholic beverage to sip on as you craft. Discover the charming world of Amigurumi with us!
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£48      
Corner to Corner Class

Corner to Corner Class

Saturday 30 August
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Whether you are just starting out crocheting, or you have been crocheting for many years, this crochet class is for you! In this class, you will learn how to make creative square patterns and commonly used to make blankets. This class is perfect for anyone who wants a little extra support in their crochet skills or someone who simply needs a refresher course on the basics.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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£48      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 06 September
Abbey Park Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Art Group
Aateka Bharmal
Unleash Your Inner Artist with Our Drawing Adventure!Get ready to embark on a creative journey like no other in our Drawing Class! Whether you're a budding artist or haven't touched a pencil in years, this class is designed to ignite your artistic spark and equip you with the skills to craft breathtaking artwork.Our seasoned instructors are here to demystify the art of drawing, taking you through the exciting basics like perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. But that's not all - we'll dive into the world of Mark Making techniques, turning that blank page into a canvas of limitless possibilities!No experience? No problem! This class is tailor-made for complete beginners, so you'll fit right in and thrive in our welcoming and encouraging atmosphere.So, don't wait! Join us for a Drawing Class that promises creativity, fun, and the chance to bring your artistic visions to life!
book now
£28      
ABOUT NORTHAMPTON
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 Northampton .

  • 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 Northampton Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Good beginner session to start to understand how to use manual on the camera
    5/5
    Tracy
    2025-03-27
    Really enjoyed the Beginners photography class, it was very informative. Thank you x
    5/5
    Annette
    2025-02-04
    A good tuition on the elements of manual controls. Greatly appreciated becoming more knowledgable about white balance adjustments.
    5/5
    Gerald Couldrake
    2025-01-14

    Excellent opportunity to gain useful guidance and tips on the transition to manual . Lore is very approachable and her experience speeds learning. Already considering two specialist courses later in the year. Small group also allows lots of time to ask questions and more experienced participants are happy to share their top tips too. Very enjoyable and productive. Thanks.
    5/5
    colin
    2025-01-14
    Really enjoyed the session. I learnt a lot and now have some confidence to go out and try to use the camera
    5/5
    Pauline
    2024-04-09
    A fun event that I enjoyed. it got me out of my comfort zone to start using the Manual setting.
    5/5
    Gerald
    2024-03-26

    I really enjoyed the event and Lore was friendly and knowledgeable. She convinced us all to try Manual mode for the first time and helped us understand the settings in our cameras, whilst also giving tips on lighting, composition and more. I would recommend this event to anyone wanting to get out of their comfort zone and discover new techniques and ways of using their camera.
    5/5
    Andrew
    2024-03-26
    It was a friendly relaxed session. my first time attending one, so I wasn't sure what to expect. There was guidance if we wanted, but I enjoyed the process of being led somewhere and then creating my own images. I enjoyed having a purpose for the 2 hours and being in the company of others with the same interest.
    5/5
    Gerald Couldrake
    2024-02-27
    It was useful to get some knowledge of how to use a camera with just the manual setting.
    4/5
    Gordon
    2024-01-22

    It was fun, friendly and helpful. As there were only 3 students on the walk the teaching was very personal to each of us. Even though I've been taking photos for 40 years I leaned new things and felt it was good value for money.
    5/5
    Julian
    2023-10-31
    Really enjoyed the event and as I was the only person booked also learnt a lot about my camera.
    5/5
    Sandy
    2023-05-30
    Very useful and informative event and the teacher kindly came and found me when I got very lost! Discovered a whole bunch of menus on my DSLR I didn't know were there AND how to share my location on Whatsapp. We still managed to take some good pictures.
    5/5
    Jane
    2023-05-22

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Loredana Sabau
    Lore is a freelance photographer based in Northampton, covering many genres of photography, from portraiture and events to commercial and nature over the years. She is the owner of a family photo studio in Northampton where she is concentrating her activity on newborn, maternity, family and children photography.
    When it comes to tutoring, Lore's style is more natural and tries through fun and creative lessons to teach other than technical knowledge, that photography is about capturing the feeling of the moment.

    Loredana Sabau is available for private bookings

    PHOTOS
    Northampton Photography Group
    2025-06-28
    Title or Location: In the countryside
    This was no.200 of the many photos i took to get the perfect shot.Shutter speed 1/4000 Aperture 9.0 ISO 6400.Taken on Canon 760D 300mm lens
    Credit: Bee Mmereki
    Facebook: Bee Mmereki Photography
    Instagram: beemmereki.photography

    Northampton Photography Group
    2025-03-07
    Title or Location: Keeping the streets safe
    F-Stop 6.3Exposure time 1/200secISO 125Focal Length 48mOutside in carpark was the main image.Photoshop to add a new background.Motherand her children going into the Comic Con in Northampton.They were very willing to have there photo taken.Most people at these events stand and pose as they love what they do.Some people spend a lot of money just to get it right.
    Credit: David J Hollis
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080327928775
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidhollis9542/
    Northampton Photography Group
    2025-03-07
    Title or Location: Hunters Moon
    Oct 2024 The Hunters Moon.Hand held Exposure 1/50sec ISO 100EXPOSURE BIAS -2 STEPFOCAL LENGTH 400MMImage taken in back garden I used a fence to help balance camera.Photoshop was used only basic tweaks in RAW.
    Credit: David J Hollis
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080327928775
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidhollis9542/

    Northampton Photography Group
    2024-11-05
    Title or Location: Barby Moto cross Track Northamptonshire
    This event is only used once a year.It was the first time I have seen Sidecars live on a course.I have only seen it on World of Sport many years ago on tv.The people riding the side car are so brave and they do fall off.Here the are going up and down very step hills.In this image they just come down at a very high sppeed then slam on the breaks getting ready for a sharp turn.That why the man standing up to help with tyre contact for breaks and the moves to add weight over the wheels
    Credit: David J Hollis
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080327928775
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidhollis9542/

    Northampton Photography Group
    2024-08-03
    Title or Location: Didcot Railway
    This is a HDR image 7 diffrent exposers.This was taken at Didcot back in 2020 with time line eventsAll day and well in to the night.This was taken about 11pm.It was so dark you could not see the trains.Only light was from inside the train shed and the near by toilet.This time of night we were down to about 5 photographers.The exposer ran from 3 mins to over 20mins to get the detail.I did shoot as high as a F2-8 but fount I could not see to do manual focal lock.Once I found a c
    Credit: David J Hollis
    Northampton Photography Group
    2024-07-13
    Title or Location: Harlestone
    Soldier Beetle Nikon Lens Nikon 18-300 24/05/24
    Credit: Sam Crossland

    Thornton Photography Group
    2025-07-11
    Title or Location: Aloha Kia, Oahu Hawaii
    Early evening shot of Rabbit Rock. Taken from the south shore of Oahu.
    Credit: Jeff Lawson Photography

    Savannah Photography Group
    2025-07-10
    Title or Location: Ellis Square, Savannah, GA
    I met young Miles at Ellis Square while he was doing some rather gymnastic break dancing. Luckily, for me, I was using my Nikon Z7 which allowed me to switch from raw to jpeg giving me 9 frames per second on motor drive. I was shooting aperture preferred and used f/8 the resulting shutter speed was 1/1600 of a second. 9fps sounds fast but I only had 6 nicely composed shots out of 120 exposures.
    Credit: Ray Sliva
    Birmingham Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, UK
    I had spent the better part of the day moving silently through the edges of the chase looking to photograph deer. It was one of those days that seemed perfect on paper: overcast skies that softened the light, barely a breath of wind, and a camera battery at full charge. But nature is nothing if not humbling. The deer remained ghost-like, unseen despite hours of quiet patience and soft steps.By late afternoon my hopes had dimmed so I began the slow walk back to the car. The path wound through
    Credit: Darren Ford
    Facebook: darren.ford.1865
    Instagram: darrenfordphotography

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Whitemouth, ManitobaCPKC
    CPKC Rail Engine 9350 plus one heading east out of Winnipeg to deliver it's freight to Eastern Canada and possibly countries beyond on this beautiful summer day. Engine 9350 is a Diesel/Electric Locomotive which was built in February 2012 by General Electric and produces 4400HP which is capable to propel it to a top speed of 75mph. I love to photograph trains whenever I get a chance. To me they are iconic.
    Credit: Terry Jeffery

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