Garden and flower Photography
Saturday 13 June
Poole Park - 3pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
Photograph the roses and flowers in bloom in the gardens of Poole Park. We will experiment with aperture to create bokeh and isolate the subject as well as capturing shots of the wider garden landscape.
I Shoot, You Shoot Photography Walk
Sunday 14 June
Marlborough Rd, Swindon - 10am - 2 Hours
Olga Kozyreva
Join us for an interactive I Shoot, You Shoot photography walk at Coate Water Country Park. We will take turns choosing the subject at each stop, covering the Art Deco Diving Platform, lakeside wildlife and reflections, and June wildflowers in the meadows. A creative way to explore different photography styles. Suitable for all skill levels.
Smartphone Photography Class
Sunday 14 June
Pencarn Way - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Rachel Southard
Smartphone Photography proves that great photos aren't about the gear; they're about the eye behind the lens. Join Rachel Southard for tips on composition, lighting, and creative techniques to elevate your smartphone shots.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 20 June
Ridgeway, Newport - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 27 June
Swindon (Town Gardens) - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Olga Kozyreva
In this 3-hour beginner's photography class, you will learn the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), composition techniques such as the rule of thirds and leading lines, and get an introduction to Lightroom editing. Ideal for those new to photography or building a solid foundation.
Street Photography Walk at Bath Abbey
Saturday 27 June
Cheap St. - 10am - 2 Hours
Nik Mather
Join us for a 2-hour street photography walk around Bath Abbey. We'll explore the streets and capture the architecture and candid moments of Bath. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your camera and comfortable walking shoes.
Morden Bog Photography
Saturday 04 July
Wareham - 3pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
Bogs are full of wildlife, invertebrates and interesting plants. Join us as we walk through heathland and bog, capturing the beautiful and unusual wildlife here.
Street Photography Walk
Saturday 11 July
Swindon (Canal Walk) - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Olga Kozyreva
Join us for a 2-hour street photography walk around Swindon. We will focus on candid human interaction, urban geometry, and the Swindon Paint Fest murals. Starting at Coffee#1 on Canal Walk, we will capture the energy of Saturday morning in the city.
Creative Seascapes Meetup
Saturday 18 July
Lepe, Southampton SO45 1AD - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Opportunities for photography at the beach are endless and this meetup will be a chance to explore some of these. We'll be focusing on composition and the use of light and colour as well as the idea of the abstract seascape. As always we'll encourage you to improve your skills in using your camera manually.
Summer Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 25 July
Cwmcarn Forest, Newport - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Rachel Southard
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a variety of ways. We'll explore forests and natural light in summer.
Composition Photography Walk
Sunday 26 July
Swindon - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Olga Kozyreva
Join us for a 2-hour creative session in the Historic Railway Village & Churchward Area. We will explore 11 different spots to master composition techniques including leading lines, frame-within-a-frame, patterns and repetition, and symmetry. Suitable for all skill levels.
Beginner's Photography Class - Nature scapes
Saturday 01 August
Poole Park - 3pm - 3 Hours
Anna Kenny
Unlock the potential of your camera as we dive into learning how to use manual mode, play with light and capture nature using a range of creative compositions.
Corner to Corner Class
Saturday 20 June
London Road area, Southampton - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Janice
Whether you are just starting out crocheting, or you have been crocheting for many years, this Corner to Corner class will teach you how to create beautiful textured blankets and other projects.
Composition with pencil drawing
Saturday 20 June
The Avenue - 10am - 2 Hours
Aaron
Join us for a pencil drawing meetup focused on composition. We will explore techniques for arranging elements in your artwork to create balanced, engaging drawings. Suitable for all levels. Please bring your own sketchbook and pencils.
Basics of Drawing Workshop
Sunday 21 June
Henrietta Park area, Bath - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Shalini Pillai
A beginner-friendly drawing workshop at Henrietta Park. We will cover basic drawing techniques including shapes, shading, and composition. All skill levels welcome. Please bring your own drawing materials.
Expressionist Portraiture Workshop
Saturday 27 June
Holdenhurst Road area, Bournemouth - 2pm - 2 Hours
Freddy
Join us for an expressive portrait painting workshop at Brazuca Cafe. We'll explore emotion, distortion, and gestural brushwork to create unique portraits. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants should bring their own paints, brushes, paper or canvas, and any other preferred materials.
Charcoal Sketching Workshop
Sunday 05 July
Camden - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Shalini Pillai
Explore value, contrast, and edges using charcoal at Burdall's Yard. Practice blocking in shapes, building midtones, and creating dramatic light effects. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own materials.
Drawing Plants and Flowers
Saturday 18 July
Upton, Poole - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Emma King
Join us for an inspiring morning of art exploring plants and flowers. We will focus on techniques for capturing form and detail, designed for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills in a peaceful outdoor setting.
Floral Art Workshop
Saturday 25 July
Oldfield Park, Bath - 2pm - 2.0 Hours
Shalini Pillai
Join us at Moorland Road Community Library for a creative floral art workshop. We will explore drawing and painting flowers using various techniques. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your own art materials.
Sun and Moon Art Workshop
Saturday 08 August
Henrietta Park area, Bath - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Shalini Pillai
Join us at Henrietta Park for a creative art workshop inspired by the sun and moon. Explore different techniques to capture celestial themes in your artwork. All skill levels welcome. Please bring your own art materials.
