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Beginners Photography

Beginners Photography

Saturday 04 July
Penshaw, Sunderland - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Andy Troughton
Join us for a beginners photography session at Herrington Country Park. Learn how to use your camera settings, explore composition techniques, and capture great photos of the park's scenic areas. This session is perfect for anyone new to photography or looking to build confidence with their camera.
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£28      

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Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 27 June
Framwellgate Waterside, Durham - 10am - 3 Hours
Durham Photography Group
Nick Small
Taking great photos takes time, practice, patience and consideration. In the beginning stages it is very easy to become frustrated that your images don't capture your subject as you would like to. This class is designed to give you a solid understanding of the fundamental basics ofphotography the "nuts and bolts" that will set you on the path to understanding your camera and how to create great shots. With these fundamentals, you will have the skills and the confidence to approach any style of photography, from portraits to landscapes andeverything in between, but importantly you will learn how to enjoy your photographic journeys.
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£72.00       4 places left
Street Photography: Passing Through: Motion and Stillness in Urban Life Meetup

Street Photography: Passing Through: Motion and Stillness in Urban Life Meetup

Saturday 11 July
Durham City - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Durham Photography Group
Nick Small
This conceptual session focuses on photographing the contrast between the movement of people and the stillness of the built environment. Using long exposure techniques in daylight, we'll create images that blur passersby into ghostly trails while static elements remain crisp and defined.

Great for photographers eager to experiment with motion blur and storytelling through stillness. Bring a tripod or a stable surface option and consider ND filters or DIY darkening methods if conditions are bright. Manual settings and patience will be key to capturing the subtle poetry of everyday life.
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£28      

Other Nearby Groups

Still Life Painting Workshop

Still Life Painting Workshop

Saturday 11 July
Quayside, Newcastle - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Newcastle Watercolour Group
Stanley Ezeh
Still life painting workshop: learning how best to interpret compositions and achieve proportion and balance on paper. Suitable for all skill levels. Beginners welcome. Bring own materials.
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£35      
Colours of Summer

Colours of Summer

Saturday 08 August
Quayside, Newcastle - 11am - 2 Hours
Newcastle Watercolour Group
Stanley Ezeh
Colours of Summer watercolour workshop exploring the bright and warm colours of summer. Suitable for all skill levels. Beginners welcome. Bring own materials.
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£35      
Figurative Painting Watercolour Workshop

Figurative Painting Watercolour Workshop

Saturday 12 September
Quayside, Newcastle - 11am - 2.0 Hours
Newcastle Watercolour Group
Stanley Ezeh
Figurative watercolour workshop: understand the human anatomy and proportions while sketching or painting figures. Suitable for all skill levels. Beginners welcome. Bring own materials.
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£35      

ABOUT NORTHUMBERLAND
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 Northumberland .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    Very informative. Andy was really helpful and knowledgeable.
    5/5
    Gillian
    2026-06-09
    Friendly instructor, nice group of people Learnt few things Nice to get email to follow up with instructions
    4/5
    elaine
    2026-06-08
    Very enjoyable morning
    5/5
    David
    2024-05-07

    It was very helpful. Difficult for tutor to know all types of camera but good guidance given. Three pupils is a good number for each course.
    5/5
    Trevor
    2024-02-12
    Very interesting and informative. Sophia was very knowledgeable about the subject and helped us home in on the type of photography each person enjoyed.
    5/5
    Neil
    2024-02-12
    Really informative and very helpful. Lovely session with Sofia
    5/5
    Margaret
    2024-01-22

    Very friendly and informative
    5/5
    David
    2024-01-09
    Wayne was really great - very knowledgeable and he brought along essential equipment to show us, and he gave us a wish list of 'nice to haves' too. Although it was a mixed night of cloud and a few clear patches it wasn't possible to photograph the Milky Way, but we were very able to practice what Wayne taught. Really great location too - we were able to use the church and keep warm and dry, as well as benefit from better lighting! I really enjoyed the session - I learned a lot and would recommend to anyone and everyone interested in photographing the stars or Milky Way.
    5/5
    Mike Peacock
    2023-11-06
    Sofia explained her subject clearly with a friendly and approachable manner
    5/5
    Ian
    2023-10-26

    That was great course I'm sure I'll be back soon
    5/5
    Ela
    2023-06-05
    Great time and great tips Thank you so much.
    5/5
    Ela
    2023-05-15
    Lovely lady who has given me the boost I needed
    5/5
    Debbi
    2023-04-24

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Andy Troughton
    Hi, I am Andy, an Ex-Serviceman living in the North East of England, married to my wonderful wife Beatrice and kept busy by our two daughters.
    I started getting into photography around 2006, during my service with the British Army, in some parts of the world, I felt compelled to document some of the places I had been and some of the sights I witnessed.
    I studied studio and wedding photography and completed two diploma's which led to more academic achievement with the completion of my C&G level 3 in Digital image capture. I braved the digital editing world and completed my C&G level 3 in Digital Image Manipulation. Pleased as punch I gained another few years experience shooting and went for my A Level in photography, images, essays and presentations. I never knew how much work went into it all. Achieving my licentiate with the Royal Photographic Society has driven me to achieve more by helping others develop their skills and create amazing images.
    PHOTOS
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Northumberland Photography Group
    2026-06-15
    Title or Location: Circular Quay Sydney Australia
    I was on holiday in Sydney and I went to Circular Quay to take some night time photos, when I saw that the opera house was lit up. I took a couple of photos ,then went to change my lens.By the time I had done this I saw the lights on the opera house had gone out. I then realised it was a rehearsal for Vivid a Sydney winter light show which takes place around the harbour.
    Credit: David Jackson
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Northumberland Photography Group
    2026-06-12
    Title or Location: Marsden Beach, South Tyneside
    I took this photograph while walking to Marsden Beach in South Tyneside. The image was captured using my iPhone 17 Pro Max.
    Credit: Gayan Photography
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Northumberland Photography Group
    2026-06-11
    Title or Location: Photo taken in South Shields
    My 95 year old grandma likes a little sparkle in her life so I bought her this glitter ball clam shell and she absolutely loved it and I just couldn't resist a photo of it.
    Credit: Jennifer Metcalf
    Facebook: Jen's Lens = Woodland and Wildlife Walks

    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Northumberland Photography Group
    2026-06-08
    Title or Location: King Edwards Bay, Tynemouth
    Whilst out on an early morning cycle ride I noticed a storm building to the south as I pedaled along the coast above King Edwards Bay, Tynemouth. The rising sun produced some lovely light off to seaward, illuminating the cliff-top flowers and enhancing their colours. The image is a pano built up from 8 separate portrait orientated shots taken on my Fujifilm X100V. Fortunately, the rain shower moved inland so I was saved a soaking!
    Credit: Andy Louch
    Sacramento Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Northumberland Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: Calne, Wiltshire
    Calne hosted a huge motorcycle meet, with groups and individuals from all over Britain. Bikes parked everywhere. Paradise for the enthusiast.
    Credit: Becci Jane
    Eastbourne Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Northumberland Photography Group
    2026-05-25
    Title or Location: Otterburn, Northumberland, my garden
    This Wasp was enjoying itself, looking for aphids
    Credit: Tom Liddell
    Instagram: liddell309

    Columbia Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Scranton Photography Group
    2026-06-21
    Title or Location: Near Goukdsboro, PA
    Originally showed up at Gouldsboro State Park at sunrise to get a backlit, misty shot of the island but when I got there, NO mist, and enough boats on the lake to walk across!Quickly decided to take a backroad to another favorite spot nearby, and slammed on the brakes as I was driving over a small bridge when I looked to the right and saw THIS scene. Finding it was sheer luck, but as always, just getting out there at first light is half the battle. Made this one standing right on the bridge.
    Credit: Brian Davies
    Columbia Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Warrington Photography Group
    2026-06-21
    Title or Location: Bamburgh Castle
    I had my camera with me to take some shots of puffins on the Farne Islands. The following day we had a walk along the beach next to Farnborough Castle where I captured this shot.
    Credit: Room 6 Photography
    Instagram: @room6photography
    Gold Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Cheshire Photography Group
    2026-06-21
    Title or Location: Yalour Islands, Antarctica
    Yalour Islands in Antarctica are a stronghold for Ad?lie penguins, one of three species of brush-tailed penguins. Thousands live on these islands and many were rearing chicks in February 2026 on our visit
    Credit: Jerry Hutchinson
    Facebook: Jerry Hutchinson
    Instagram: jerryhutch74

    Gold Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Cleveland Photography Group
    2026-06-20
    Title or Location: Broadview Heights, Ohio
    It eas morning I got up looked through window and this Beauty playing in my backyard . Grabbed my camera went downstairs straight in my backyard and started shooting some pictures R6 mk2 with EF 100-400 mk2
    Credit: Amarpal Rissam
    Instagram: @a.rissam.wildlife
    Edinburgh Photography Group
    2026-05-12

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