Join our friendly course to improve your photography.
About this Event
The Summer Photography Course has been successfully running for many years.
In 2024 the course will run for 6 weeks from the 1st of July until the 5th of August 2024 at 8.00pm (until 10.00pm).
It is a great opportunity to meet like-minded people whilst at the same time improving your photography.
Many attendees stay on as members of the society and included in the course fee is membership until the end of the year.
It was oversubscribed in 2023 so if interested please book early.
The course is a blend of practical and theory with the simple aim that by the end of the course you will take better photographs.
Over the years 100s of people have attended, enjoyed, and gained from taking part in the course.
We find that people attend for a whole variety of reasons with the common ones being;
- Stuck in a rut of taking snapshots and wanting to take quality photos instead
- Buying a dSLR and never taking it off the automatic setting
- A rekindling of an interest in photography
- Technique and science of photography
- Practical assignments
There will be one outing on a weekend in Lloyd Park (probably after week 1 but this will be weather dependent).
Week 1 - July 1st
- Overview of the course content and learning objectives
- A quick look at camera types and how they work
- The rules of composition and how to create a visually interesting image, including the rule of thirds, leading lines, framing and selective focus.
plus a Practical session
Week 2 - July 8th
Understanding exposure, camera settings and the three key elements of photography: aperture, shutter speed and ISO
Practical session and review of images (composition homework)
Week 3 - July 15th
- Introduction to basic photo editing techniques such as cropping, adjustments and retouching
- Practical session, in groups, using laptops, plus review
Week 4 - July 22nd
Wildlife and pets: an introduction to animal and bird photography both indoors and out
Portrait photography: techniques using available light and studio lighting
Street photography: how to capture interesting moments on the streets and tell stories through your photographs
Week 5 - July 29th
Landscape photography: How to capture the beauty of the natural world, including an understanding of composition, balance, and light, and useful apps to use.
Weekend travel photography: moving on from holiday snaps
Introduction to black and white photography: Understanding light, contrast and texture in black and white. How to edit and enhance black and white photos
Week 6 - August 5th
Mobile phone photography and social media
Additional ideas: infra red, intentional camera movement, night time photography and more.
- Students showcase their best photos and receive feedback
- Course review, questions, and what students can do next to continue developing their photography skills
- Students will present (if they want to) their favourite photos they have taken during the course.
- A bit about the Society and how it can benefit your photography.
Each week practical assignments will be set that relate to what has been covered that week in the course.
This practical work is optional and whilst reviewed this is done anonymously. Many people find this the best aspect of the course as it stretches photographic skills into areas they may not previously have taken.
It doesn't matter what type of camera you own and we have attendees using their mobile phones.
The principles discussed can be applied to most cameras.
Testimonials;
"I did not arrive with any particular preconceptions or specific expectations. Course has been very enjoyable and I am very happy with the content."
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"At the Summer School I learnt about the different settings on my camera, how to technically take a good photo, how to be creative taking photos, and most importantly from the homework I was encouraged to try photographing a whole range of different subjects pushing me out of my comfort zone"
"I joined the 2013 Walthamstow Photographic Society Summer School. Prior to this my photography was limited to trying to get better holiday photos than my friends, and I had never taken the camera off auto."
"I enjoy entering the club competitions and interclub competitions and in 2015 I won the 1 in 100 interclub competition had 6 acceptances for the Southampton International Exhibition."
"I did not arrive with any particular preconceptions or specific expectations. Course has been very enjoyable and I am very happy with the content."
"From my perspective the course has had a nice balance. I have sought to attend on Monday evenings and to participate in the field events."
"As a novice I have learnt a great deal about photography and camera settings."
Walthamstow & District Photographic Society
Supported by Ignite Images - specialists in Event Photography
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Walthamstow Quaker Meeting House, 1A Jewel Road, London, United Kingdom
GBP 74.00
