Street Photography Meetup
Saturday 21 June
Bournemouth Town Centre and Pier - 1pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
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.
Creative Forest Photography Meetup
Saturday 21 June
Brockenhurst, United Kingdom - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
The forest is a much-photographed subject and photogenic in any season providing endless subject matter. This session will give the opportunity to explore the forest and the impact that framing, depth of field, use of light and colour can have, as well as to wander through some of the tallest trees in the New Forest.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 28 June
The Royal Crescent, Bath, UK - 10am - 3 Hours
Nik Mather
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.
Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 28 June
Pencarn Way - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
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.
Natural Light Portraits
Saturday 05 July
Poole - 3pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.
Note: Bring a family member or a friend as your model
Birds and Nature
Saturday 12 July
Marlborough Rd - 11am - 2 Hours
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
Are you a bird watcher or a nature lover and have also been wondering how to get sharp photos consistently.
This session plans to take the guess work out of it and get you on your way to capture the wildlife you love. Some of the topics covered will be, optimal settings, light direction, bird habits, equipment and operation.
Come along and lets take some photos that show the natural beauty of birds.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 19 July
The Royal Crescent, Bath, UK - 10am - 3 Hours
Nik Mather
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.
Beginners Photography Class
Saturday 19 July
Palmerston Rd, Southampton - 2pm - 3 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Whether you are photographing people or plants, making memories or making art knowing how to use your camera is key.The class will give you the knowledge you need to expose, to compose and to create the images you have always wanted to. Learn the basics of photography including using manual camera settings for perfect exposure and tips for good composition. The session will look at ways to improve composition using light, colour and perspective.
Bird photography workshop
Saturday 19 July
Poole - 3pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
Come and join us photographing birds. Photographing these beautiful creatures is both a challenge and a privilege. At Poole Park, we can get really good views of the birds. We will experiment with faster shutter speeds and various focal lengths to photograph a range of birds.
Smartphone Photography
Saturday 26 July
Parkway, Oakdale - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
Learn how to capture stunning photos using just your smartphone! In this 2-hour class, we'll cover essential photography techniques, tips for composition, lighting, and editing, all designed to help you make the most of your phone's camera. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this hands-on session will boost your confidence in mobile photography. Perfect for all skill levels!
Beginner's Photography Class - Nature scapes
Saturday 02 August
Stour Valley Nature Reserve, Bournemouth - 9am - 3 Hours
Anna Kenny
Ready to unlock your camera settings and capture the world around you? In this beginners photography class on the River Stour, we will be going through different camera settings, playing with light and experimenting with composition, helping you take beautiful nature photos. As always, it will be in a fun and relaxed, with plenty of time to practice and develop your skills. A passionate, professional photographer will be on hand to answer any questions and guide you as you learn.
WWC (Walk with Camera)
Saturday 09 August
Calshot, England - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Sometimes the best photography sessions are unplanned and spontaneous. This meetup will be a fun and relaxed walk with our cameras with the opportunity to photograph a variety of topics, including landscape, seascape, nature, wildlife, landscape, details and abstract .
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 21 June
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Janice Hobbs
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.
Flower Painting Meetup (Acrylic)
Saturday 28 June
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Exploring a delightful afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Surrounded by fresh flowers, you'll have plenty of inspiration to create your masterpiece. Study of flowers creating details through color and brush stocks.
Flower Painting Meetup Acrylic
Saturday 19 July
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Exploring a delightful afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Surrounded by fresh flowers, you'll have plenty of inspiration to create your masterpiece. Study of flowers creating details through color and brush stocks.
Watercolour Study of Flowers
Saturday 16 August
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Discover the delicate beauty of flowers in this calming watercolour workshop, perfect for all skill levels. Learn essential techniques while creating your own floral-inspired artwork in a relaxed, creative setting.
Painting Landscapes with Acrylics
Saturday 13 September
Vincents Walk - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Explore the beauty of nature through acrylic painting! Join our engaging art class on Painting Landscapes with Acrylics and discover the techniques to capture scenic vistas on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this class offers step-by-step guidance to create stunning landscapes. Learn color mixing, brush techniques, and composition to bring your landscapes to life. Unleash your creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. Enroll today and start painting your favorite landscapes with confidence!
Pencil Drawing and Shading for Beginners
Saturday 11 October
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Fakiha Khan
Discover the fundamentals of pencil drawing and shading in this beginner-friendly workshop, where you'll learn how to create depth, texture, and form using simple techniques. Guided by a skilled instructor, you'll practice observational drawing and master shading exercises to bring your sketches to life.