42 Photography courses in Prestonpans

Switch to Manual is the introductory workshop for camera users who tend to leave their camera set to Automatic modes.

Private Photography Workshop Tour

Edinburgh Photography Tours are ranked as the number one photography tour in Europe. Established in 2010 by local professional photographer James Christie.

Edinburgh Night Photography Lesson. Join this One-to-One, two hour, night photography lesson in Edinburgh's historic old town!

Our 4 Abbeys + A Chapel photography tour has proved to be exceptionally popular! 4 Abbeys + A Chapel Photography Tour

JOIN ME ON THIS LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP IN THE ICONIC MOUNTAINS, QUARRIES AND LANDSCAPE OF SNOWDONIALANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHYA NEW ADDITION TO THE TOURS AND WORKSHOPS, THIS AREA HAS SOME OF THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN RANGES IN ENGLAND AND WALES. THE LANDSCAPE IS RUGGED BUT BEAUTIFUL WITH HIGH MOUNTAINS, FLOWING RIVERS AND LARGE LAKES. BASED AROUND CAPEL CURIG IN THE NATIONAL PARK WE WILL VISIT SOME HIDDEN TREASURES, LAKES, MOUNTAINS, QUARRIES AND ICONIC VISTAS.A SNOWDONIA PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP AND PHOTO WALK IN CWM IDWAL AMIDST THE GLYDERAU AND CARNEDDAU MOUNTAIN RANGES, THE GLACIAL LAKES OF LLYN IDWAL AND LLYN OGWEN AND THE IMPRESSIVE OGWEN FALLS. A WORKSHOP FOR BEGINNERS OR ANYONE LOOKING TO FURTHER DEVELOP THEIR LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY.COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES CAMERA CONTROLS, USE OF FILTERS, GEAR CHOICE, ADVICE ON COMPOSITION. THE WORKSHOP INVOLVES WALKING TO DIFFERENT VIEWPOINTS WITHIN CWM IDWAL ON ROCKY, UNEVEN PATHS AND AN ASCENT OF 300FT TO A VIEWPOINT ABOVE THE LAKE SO A GOOD LEVEL OF FITNESS AND MOBILITY IS REQUIRED. DUE TO THE TERRAIN UNFORTUNATELY THE WORKSHOP IS UNSUITABLE FOR THOSE WITH LIMITED MOBILITY.WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING WITH YOU?CAMERA/LENSES/SPARE MEMORY CARD/BATTERIES/TRIPOD - A DIGITAL CAMERA WITH "SEMI-AUTOMATIC/MANUAL" CONTROLS (APERTURE AND SHUTTER PRIORITY) IS RECOMMENDED TO GET THE MOST FROM THE COURSE. FILTERS (IF YOU HAVE THEM) A PACKED LUNCH/SNACKS THE RELEVANT USER MANUAL FOR YOUR CAMERA WARM/WATERPROOF CLOTHING AND SUITABLE FOOTWEAR - WEATHER CAN BE UNPREDICTABLE ALL YEAR ROUND IN SNOWDONIA. A NOTEPAD AND PEN WHAT HAPPENS IN BAD WEATHER?I MONITOR WEATHER FORECASTS AND IF CONDITIONS ARE PREDICTED TO BE COMPLETELY UNSUITABLE, TO ENSURE BOTH YOUR SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT OF THE DAY, IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO CANCEL A WORKSHOP. I WILL ENDEAVOUR TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 24HRS NOTICE, ALTHOUGH THIS CANNOT ALWAYS BE GUARANTEED; YOU WILL BE OFFERED EITHER A FULL REFUND OR A PLACE ON A FUTURE COURSE.

As phone and tablet cameras continue to improve and App developments become more advanced, mobile photography – previously considered only suitable for quick snaps and throwaway selfies – is more and more becoming recognised as a legitimate photographic medium. And anyone with a phone or tablet can do it! This course will explore the concepts of digital camera photography (and all that it entails) but through the medium of your own mobile device. Through a mixture of discussion and practical work this course will help you to push the limits of what your phone camera can do. As well as exploring the creative side of photography, we’ll break down some of the technical elements to get a better understanding of photography in general and learn how to achieve similar results using your phone or tablet. We’ll explore useful Apps to help get the desired output from your device and spend time looking at postproduction techniques that can improve and enhance your camera photos beyond a casual snapshot. Some of the Apps we will be looking at include Slow Shutter [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/slow-shutter-cam/id357404131] (iOS), VSCO [https://www.vsco.co/] (iOS/Android), Snapseed (iOS [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/snapseed/id439438619]/Android [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.niksoftware.snapseed&hl=en_GB&gl=US&pli=1]), Adobe Lightroom [https://www.adobe.com/uk/products/photoshop-lightroom.html] for Mobile (iOS/Android) and Manual Camera [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lensesdev.manual.camera.pro] (Android). You do not need to have all these downloaded in advance and, please be aware that depending on the capabilities of your phone, some of the features of these apps may not be available to you. This course is suitable for beginners and requires very little technical knowledge – just an enthusiasm and interest in photography and how to get a little more from your device. Please bring comfy weather-appropriate clothing as there will be some time spent outside shooting. Please specify the Make and Model of your mobile device when booking, so that the tutor can provide specific information tailored to your device wherever possible   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. [https://stills.org/stills-bookings-cancellation-policy/] Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.

This course will introduce you to the beautiful world of colour analogue photography. Taking as a starting point the work of contemporary photographic artists working with colour, we will discuss and explore theory as well as developing core skills essential for the capture and printing of your own colour images. You will learn how to correctly expose colour negative film and learn more about the characteristics of different types of film and the effects that they can have on an image. Within Stills’ darkrooms you will learn how to process your colour film by hand and print high quality analogue C-Type prints. Day 1 Morning: Colour Theory, Inspiration and Refresher for SLR Camera Controls During the morning we will be looking at contemporary photographers and artists that have used colour to inform their practice in specific ways. We will look at the ways in which colour revolutionized the artworld and vernacular photography. We will also look at basic colour theory, exploring which colours compliment each other and why. We will also refresh basic camera controls, load cameras and head out to the streets to shoot a roll of film. Afternoon: Colour Film Processing During this session, you will learn how to hand process your colour film. We will discuss the loading of the tank and the preparation of the machine to ensure correct processing temperature. We will look at different film types, why you may want to use them and the range of effects that can be produced. Day 2 Morning: Introducing the Colour Darkroom and Contact Sheets You will be introduced to Stills colour darkooms and become familiarised with the range of equipment you will be using. You will be taught how to set up your darkroom for printing, how the colour print processor works and how to print a contact sheet for viewing your negatives. Afternoon: Printing In the afternoon you will be expected to make a series of final C-Type prints. You will be shown techniques to improve your printing skills and produce the images you desire. This last session will allow you time to print with some one-to-one attention. We will discuss some printing techniques to help you get the most from your negatives. We will also have time at the end of the day to look back on all the work produced over the course and discuss it in relation to theory we learnt at the beginning. By the end of the course you will have: * Learned more about colour theory and have a knowledge of contemporary artists working with colour photography * Learned to process your own colour film * Experimented with a variety of specialised darkroom printing techniques * Printed contact sheets and a collection of colour photographs * Feel confident in a colour darkroom using specialist equipment   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.

This group workshop for beginner and professional photographer who like to try different genre photography. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Edinburgh Street Photography Course Place to meet? Costa coffee above Waverley mall How long does this course take? 3 hours Can I use my SLR camera for this workshop? Definitely, but I don’t teach in SLR, you have to use your ability in using an SLR camera. What do I get from this course? You will gain confidence taking picture of people in public You will understand from my tips and tricks how this photography works for your self grow You will find a hobby that challenging and more… Your hobby should be fun, in my workshops/courses there aren't any strict rules but please note: You must have the willingness to learn No racism It doesn't matter what camera you have - your best tool is your intuition My workshops are friendly environment - be flexible If you are ready to start a different level of photography, this is FOR YOU! FACE YOUR FEAR AND START MOVING FORWARD IN PHOTOGRAPHY Follow the "I Candid You" WhatsApp Channel for an Update here [https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaB7FEg4dTnFF8xH921S]. Join our group on facebook (private) here [https://www.facebook.com/groups/icandidyou]. Watch my video "Eye contact from random people on random street" here. [https://youtu.be/3dDMtYjS03c] Watch my video "Tips for Beginner Street Photography"here [https://youtu.be/HxXDe2UhW1M]. My images were taken with Fuji X30, here [https://youtu.be/DewMGOGAp2A].    

This one-day workshop will introduce you to the history and development of still life and product photography and its use in commerce and fine art. We will look at the work of historical and contemporary practitioners leading to a practical demonstration of still life photography, encompassing the relevant lighting, styling and composition. The day will include a simple product photography and lighting session exploring camera techniques and equipment you can use to create your own images. Please bring along a small object you would like to photograph as part of the day. Morning The day will start with an introduction to the still life genre, looking at its development through photography both as a commercial and artistic tool. We’ll then build and light a still life setup – providing guidance and examples of different lighting techniques, composition and styling skills. Afternoon The afternoon will focus on product photography and lighting for sales. This will include information on equipment and technical requirements, along with some handy tips, tricks and hacks! We’ll also demonstrate ‘Focus Stacking’ – an advanced technique for combining multiple images. The day will conclude with a practical session, where you will get a chance to work in small groups to photograph the objects you have brought in, we’ll also provide some sample objects if required. This is a great opportunity to put the day’s learning into practice with our tutor’s support on hand. Project Days are designed for those who are already familiar with some digital photography processes but who want to pursue a particular aspect and develop skills in a specific genre. This course is the perfect follow-on from our Digital SLR training courses and will support you in building upon your existing knowledge of camera skills and allow you to work confidently on your own projects. Some prior digital SLR photography experience is therefore recommended.   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Courses are subject to minimum enrolment. Please register early, within five days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation. Please read our cancellation policy before booking. Students, anyone over the age of 65, and those in receipt of any form of benefits can claim the concessionary price, offering a 10% discount on the full course price. Valid proof of eligibility must be produced on the first day of the course. Please use the code CONCESSION when prompted at checkout.