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I Shoot It, You Shoot It

I Shoot It, You Shoot It

Saturday 22 March
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
This session, will have a wide variation of subjects and creative lighting. The idea is that you can see how I shoot a scene, and then you place your camera in position and shoot the same way. This is a very effective way to study and learn new techniques.
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£26      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 29 March
Queens Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Industrial architecture is a great subject for photography and has inspired many o the photographic greats.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.

We will also look at how important composition is, and the wide varieties of approach that can be used for architecture to create some arresting images

Brighton train station itself boasts some impressive period architectural details, and then the new development behind it shows a marked contrast in architectural styles. There will be plenty of opportunity to make some creative images and hopefully you will never look at buildings in quite the same way!
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£26      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 29 March
Surrey Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Ahsan Ali
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.
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£26      

Colors of Spring Photography

Colors of Spring Photography

Saturday 29 March
Ryde - 5pm - 2 Hours
Isle Of Wight Photography Group
Stuart Byrnes
Spring photography is a beautiful way to capture the renewal of life that comes with the arrival of spring.

Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We'll be looking at composition, focus and colour in this Spring season!
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£26      
Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Saturday 12 April
Southsea, Portsmouth - 10am - 3 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
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.
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£67       5 places left
Street Photography and Graffiti Art Meetup

Street Photography and Graffiti Art Meetup

Saturday 12 April
North Laines Brighton - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
This is a terrific opportunity to take in many of the photographic opportunities and genres the City of Brighton and Hove has to offer.
We will focus on street and street art photography.

We will journey through the hustle and bustle of the North Laines, and learn which camera settings are most appropriate for street photography, for capturing the "moment". Learn different ways to compose and to approach street photography, from searching for the "moment" and capturing it, to setting a scene and waiting for something to happen.

Discover the benefits of live view over eyepiece for street photography and just why we cameras have flip screens!
There are also many opportunities to make striking images of Brighton's famous graffiti art and learn how to use in camera picture settings to make the most of vibrant colours and expose for richer tones and saturation.

Suitable for all levels of photographer.
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£26      

Spring Photography Meetup

Spring Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 April
Hengistbury Head Nature Reserve - 4pm - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Ahsan Ali
Spring photography is a beautiful way to capture the renewal of life that comes with the arrival of spring.

Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We'll be looking at composition, focus and colour in this Spring season!
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£26      
Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Saturday 19 April
Guildhall Square, Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we will capture compelling images that tell stories about daily life. The area has a mix of modern street art and classic architecture and this will be both a subject and backdrop for candid shooting. The session will be suitable for all levels of experience and a smartphone will serve just as well as a digital camera. Topics covered will include -

- Developing an eye for interesting subjects and scenes in urban settings.
- Master the use of light, composition, and timing in street photography.
- Exploring creative techniques to add a unique touch to your street photographs.
- Gaining confidence in shooting candidly in public spaces.
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£26      
Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 19 April
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
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.
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£26      

Capturing the Beauty of Nature Meetup

Capturing the Beauty of Nature Meetup

Saturday 26 April
Stansted Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we'll use a range of techniques to capture nature at the beautiful setting of Stansted Park. The colours of spring will provide a stunning backdrop for landscape, nature and even macro photography. The season permitting, I'l lead the group to a secluded area with a carpet of stunning bluebells.
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£26       5 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 26 April
Lower Promenade, Brighton - 10am - 3 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
This workshop is idea for digital camera users that have never shot off Auto. Dslr, mirrorless and bridge cameras are welcome. You will learn the function of each of the modes of your camera and unlock its creative potential. learn how to correctly focus, expose and compose your images and take your first steps into what is a fun, creative and rewarding hobby!

You will also learn off center focusing, exposure compensation, how to shoot in black and white and how to get started with composing creative images. We will meet on Brighton seafront and take advantage of the wide range of different photo opportunities on offer.
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£67      
Beginner's Photography Class Wild Spaces In Urban Places

Beginner's Photography Class Wild Spaces In Urban Places

Saturday 26 April
Poole Park - 2pm - 3 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Anna Kenny
Ready to take your photography to the next level? In this photography class we will unlock those camera settings and practice playing with light in beautiful Poole park. This urban green space has a range of subjects to practice photographing from birds to garden plants, water habitats to woodland. There is something of interest for everyone to photograph in this class. With a camera in hand, reconnect with the great outdoors in a fun, social environment.
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£67      

Other Nearby Groups

Creating a Mountainscape with Watercolour Meetup

Creating a Mountainscape with Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 22 March
Westover Road, Bournemouth - 2pm - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Art Group
Ahana Byregowda
Let's capture the beauty of mountains with watercolours! This meetup is a chance to unwind, play with washes and layers, and explore the delicate balance between light and form in landscapes. Whether you're new to watercolour or have some practice, we'll guide each other through simple techniques to create serene and atmospheric mountainscapes. It's all about having fun and letting creativity flow in a relaxed, supportive environment.
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£26       4 places left
Line Drawing Portrait Meetup

Line Drawing Portrait Meetup

Saturday 29 March
Brighton Pier - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Brighton Art Group
Kyoung-Rae Winfield
Forget rulers and grids, this session is all about trusting your eyes. Join us at Brighton Pier for a relaxed portrait drawing meetup where we'll focus on capturing faces through observation rather than precise measuring. It's a great way to build confidence and develop a more intuitive approach to drawing.

No matter your skill level, this practice will help you loosen up and improve your ability to see and sketch what's in front of you.
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£26      
Line Drawing Portrait Meetup

Line Drawing Portrait Meetup

Saturday 05 April
Brighton Pier - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Art Group
Kyoung-Rae Winfield
Forget rulers and grids, this session is all about trusting your eyes. Join us at Brighton Pier for a relaxed portrait drawing meetup where we'll focus on capturing faces through observation rather than precise measuring. It's a great way to build confidence and develop a more intuitive approach to drawing.

No matter your skill level, this practice will help you loosen up and improve your ability to see and sketch what's in front of you.
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£26      

Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Saturday 05 April
Gunwharf Quays - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Painting with Watercolors class. Immerse yourself in the fluidity and transparency of watercolor paints, allowing your creativity to flow freely onto paper. This class is an invitation to explore the unique qualities of watercolors, from delicate washes to bold strokes, as you learn essential techniques and unleash your imagination. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through the mesmerizing world of watercolor painting, fostering a supportive environment for growth and self-expression. Join us for a transformative journey where you can cultivate your skills, discover the joy of painting, and create stunning, evocative artworks with the timeless beauty of watercolors.
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£26      
Creating Mountains with Acrylics Meetup

Creating Mountains with Acrylics Meetup

Saturday 05 April
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Art Group
Ahana Byregowda
This workshop is all about capturing the drama and beauty of mountain landscapes using acrylic paints. With bold brushstrokes and smooth blending techniques, you'll create a striking scene filled with depth, contrast, and atmosphere. Working on a round canvas, we'll explore how to shape towering peaks, soften distant ridges, and layer colours to bring the sky to life.

You'll learn how to mix warm and cool tones to add light and shadow to your mountains, making them feel rugged and realistic.
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£26      
Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Saturday 05 April
Brighton and Hove - 2pm - 2 Hours
Brighton Art Group
Luke Pantelidou
Join us for a relaxed and engaging portrait drawing class in Brighton, perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their skills! This two-hour session will cover essential techniques, from plotting proportions to adding depth with shading. You'll learn how to break down facial features into simple shapes and create lifelike portraits with confidence.
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£26      

Creating Life-Size Art with Texture Meetup

Creating Life-Size Art with Texture Meetup

Saturday 19 April
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Art Group
Ahana Byregowda
This workshop is all about thinking beyond the canvas and working on a life-size scale, using texture to add depth, dimension, and presence to your painting. Whether you're creating a bold abstract piece, a dramatic portrait, or a dynamic scene, we'll explore how to use acrylic paint and palette knives to build layers, sculpt details, and create a tactile surface that stands out.
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£26      
Pastel Painting Meetup Oil or Dry Pastel Medium

Pastel Painting Meetup Oil or Dry Pastel Medium

Saturday 26 April
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Unleash your creativity at our Pastel Painting Meetup, where you'll explore pastel colours in an open medium setting. This event welcomes artists of all levels to experiment with oil and dry pastels and create stunning artworks. Join us for an engaging session filled with inspiration, guidance, and the joy of pastel painting.Note Bring your supplies. Materials are not provided.
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£26      
Elaborate with Your Imagination: Abstract Painting Workshop

Elaborate with Your Imagination: Abstract Painting Workshop

Saturday 03 May
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Art Group
Ahana Byregowda
This workshop is about stepping beyond the rules and letting your creativity take charge. Using a huge canvas, broad brushstrokes, and fluid acrylic paints, you'll explore the raw, expressive power of abstract painting. Whether you want to create something soft and ethereal or bold and dramatic, this session is all about movement, intuition, and translating emotion into colour and form.
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£26      

Life Sketching

Life Sketching

Saturday 17 May
Commercial Road, Portsmouth City Center - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Life sketching, with a focus on quick sketching, is a dynamic and essential art session that centers on capturing the essence of a subject in rapid strokes. Participants learn to observe and interpret the world around them with speed and spontaneity. Through live models or dynamic scenes, artists train their eyes and hands to work in harmony, translating the fluidity of life onto paper.This session encourages artists to embrace imperfections, emphasizing gesture, movement, and emotion over intricate details.Quick sketching not only improves artistic skills but also sharpens one's ability to perceive and respond to the world, making it a vital exercise for any aspiring artist.
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£26      
Seascape at the Beach: Mixed Media Meetup

Seascape at the Beach: Mixed Media Meetup

Saturday 17 May
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Art Group
Ahana Byregowda
In this hands-on workshop, we'll be bringing the beauty of the sea to the canvas, using a combination of acrylics, palette knives, and textured elements to create a realistic shoreline. From the deep blues of the ocean to the frothy waves and golden sands, you'll explore how to blend colours, build texture, and use different tools to achieve that perfect coastal feel.
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£26      
Seascape Painting with Acrylic

Seascape Painting with Acrylic

Saturday 14 June
Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Immerse yourself in the art of seascape painting with acrylics, capturing the beauty of waves and horizons. This meetup welcomes all skill levels to explore techniques, colors, and creativity inspired by the ocean.
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£26      

ABOUT CHICHESTER
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 Chichester .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    The event was a great afternoon learning new skills and buttons on my camera. Good to meet other fellow photographers and complete tasks alongside them.
    5/5
    Liz
    2024-03-04
    Great time looking at a classic subject with a new perspective.
    5/5
    Paul
    2024-01-22
    PHOTOS
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-03-19
    Title or Location: Frensham Little Pond
    Getting up at 5 am kn Sunday morning is worth it! Frensham Little Pond and surrounding area is a nature reserve and seeing a sunrise over that little lake covered with a bit fog was worth the effort. And while my "fog hunting" didn't pan out, I've managed to capture this and few more lovely views.
    Credit: Adam Orzechowicz
    Instagram: @ADAMS2ADAMS3

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-03-19
    Title or Location: Chichester Market, UK
    The jewellers on this corner was still closed and had black shutters down behind the glass leading to some excellent reflections. All I had to do was wait for the right subject to appear around the corner.
    Credit: Giles Smith
    Instagram: @gilessmithphoto
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-03-05
    Title or Location: Summersdale, Chichester
    This is the Summersdale Song Thrush whose been waking is up since the first week in February!! Shot with my Nikon D500 - 500mm lens.
    Credit: James Ball

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-03-04
    Title or Location: Stansted park, Hampshire
    This park is fantastic for nature and landscape photography and it reflects the changing seasons with it's range of flowers and trees. These snowdrops were the first sign of Spring, much needed after a long, cold winter!
    Credit: Jon Mainwaring

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-02-23
    Title or Location: The witterings
    One of my favourite places to visit soft sands funky beach huts what's not to love
    Credit: Nicky Smith
    Facebook: Nicky Smith
    Instagram: Some -think-snappy
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Ferring beach.
    An evening a couple of years ago when the sky was clear I went out with a group of friends to do some Astrophotography. The Milky Way was quite visible that evening!
    Credit: Jan Budgen
    Facebook: Jan Budgen
    Instagram: jan_budgen_sussex

    Brighton Photography Group
    2025-03-19
    Title or Location: Shoreham Power Station, Southwick ,Brighton, United Kingdom
    Using light and shade to capture the beauty in the harshness of urban industrial architecture. Rekindling a love of black and white photography, I took this photograph whilst on a Brighton Photography Group 'Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography' study event led by Tobias Slater-Hunt. Having spent a winter of dark clouds, rain and dull skies, it was an opportunity to make the most of the year's new beautiful March sunshine.
    Credit: 'Beachside Beauty in Brighton'

    Santa Rosa Photography Group
    2025-03-19
    Title or Location: Back yard in Naperville
    I couldn?t sleep on Thursday March 13th, so I took out my camera and remembered there was a blood moon scheduled to appear tonight after midnight. I steeped outside, set up my tripod and camera. It was rather chilly so I grabbed a coat and stood on the patio waiting for the show to begin. Slowly the moon started to disappear. I waited patiently and photographed every phase in that 1.5 hours until the entire moon was covered and the amazing colors started to glow. Truly a beautiful capture as th
    Credit: Martina Landolt
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreatingYourLightPhotography
    Instagram: Creatingyourlight2
    Santa Rosa Photography Group
    2025-03-17
    Title or Location: Elgin, IL
    On the snowy morning of March 16th, a Coopers Hawk appeared. His eyes fixated on me making him a perfect model for the pictures, he still managed to scan his surroundings for breakfast.
    Credit: Celi?s Studio

    Christchurch Photography Group
    2025-03-16
    Title or Location: Castle hill

    Credit: Nick Pearson
    Facebook: Nick Pearson Photography
    Instagram: @nickpearson_photography

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