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Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 July
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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£72       1 places left
Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 July
Godalming - 8pm - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.

Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
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£28      
Stansted Summer Festival 2025 2-Hour Meetup

Stansted Summer Festival 2025 2-Hour Meetup

Saturday 19 July
Stansted - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
Step into the lively and quintessentially English atmosphere of Stansted Summer Festival 2025 with your camera in hand! This festival offers an incredible mix of historic re-enactments, vintage cars, a charming dog show, and vibrant summer stalls, a dream setting for any photographer.

Entry Fee: This meetup requires a separate ticket purchase for the festival. Tickets are NOT included in the meetup price. Please book your ticket in advance via the official festival website: https://www.stanstedpark.co.uk/stanstedsummerfestival2025

Bring a DSLR, mirrorless, or high-quality smartphone camera. A zoom lens is recommended for capturing distant details.

Wear comfortable shoes as we'll be walking around a lot.
Arrive 10 minutes early to check in with the group and discuss shooting strategies.
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£28      

WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 19 July
Ryde - 10am - 2 Hours
Isle Of Wight Photography Group
Stuart Byrnes
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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£28      
Bird photography workshop

Bird photography workshop

Saturday 19 July
Poole - 3pm - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
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.
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£28      
Composition in the Park

Composition in the Park

Saturday 26 July
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.

Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.

Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.

This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.
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£28      

Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography

Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography

Saturday 26 July
Shoreham Harbour - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Many argue that black and white is the true language of photography. In this beginner's introduction to black and white you will learn key skills to improve your black and white photography.

Learn how to set the camera up to take RAW and jpeg and why!

How to set the camera to shoot in black and white as well as how to adjust how the camera uses this mode!

Develop your exposure skills to make the most of black and white by learning exposure compensation and even manual exposure mode.

You also learn different ways to approach black and white depending on weather conditions. Dramatic cloudy skies can be taken advantage of in b/w by correct use of filters, whereas dull over caste days can still make for arresting images, it's all about how you approach it.

Along with mastering B/W you will also learn which techniques suit architecture photography the best. From taking advantage of shape and form, minimalism and the effect of different focal lengths.

Promises to be an exciting meet tasking full advantage of the range of different architecture the area has to offer.
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£28      
International Kite Festival in Portsmouth

International Kite Festival in Portsmouth

Sunday 27 July
Southsea Common - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
Join us for a vibrant outdoor photography session during the International Kite Festival in Portsmouth. This is a great chance to practice capturing motion, color, and scale as hundreds of kites fill the sky. Whether you're refining your composition or just enjoying the festive atmosphere, this class will help you build confidence in photographing fast-moving subjects in a dynamic environment.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class - Nature scapes

Beginner's Photography Class - Nature scapes

Saturday 02 August
Stour Valley Nature Reserve, Bournemouth - 9am - 3 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
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.
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£67       4 places left

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Saturday 02 August
Garden Walk, Ryde - 10am - 3 Hours
Isle Of Wight Photography Group
Stuart Byrnes
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
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£72      
Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Sunday 03 August
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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£72       1 places left
Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Saturday 09 August
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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£28      

Other Nearby Groups

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Saturday 12 July
Willis Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
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!
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£28       4 places left
Introduction to Pencil Shading for Beginners

Introduction to Pencil Shading for Beginners

Saturday 26 July
Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Learn the basics of pencil shading in this beginner-friendly workshop, focusing on light, shadow, and texture to bring your drawings to life. Through guided exercises, you'll develop confidence and control in creating depth and dimension with simple tools.
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£28      
Introduction to Oil Painting

Introduction to Oil Painting

Saturday 09 August
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Step into the world of oil painting with this beginner-friendly workshop, where you'll explore essential tools, techniques, and color mixing. Perfect for newcomers, this session offers hands-on guidance to help you start creating with confidence.
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£28      

Flower Painting Meetup  Acrylic

Flower Painting Meetup Acrylic

Saturday 06 September
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
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.
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£28      
Realism in Oil Paints

Realism in Oil Paints

Saturday 20 September
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Learn the techniques of realism in oil painting in this focused workshop, designed to help you capture lifelike detail, depth, and texture. Guided by an experienced artist, you'll explore layering, blending, and tonal control to bring your subjects to vivid life.
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£29      
Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Saturday 04 October
Willis Rd - 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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£28      

Beginners Acrylic Class

Beginners Acrylic Class

Saturday 18 October
Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Join our Beginners Acrylic Class and explore the vibrant world of acrylic painting with step-by-step guidance. Perfect for all skill levels, this fun and relaxed session will help you unleash your creativity on canvas!
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£28      
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
    2025-06-29
    Title or Location: Taken at Warnham Nature Reserve
    This Common Tern was keeping an eye on its chicks after they had a flying session. It must have been hungry as it flew off and returned with the fish which looked too big for it to swallow but given time it eventually swallowed it!
    Credit: Jan Budgen
    Facebook: Jan Budgen
    Instagram: jan_budgen_sussex

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-06-22
    Title or Location: Marwell Zoo
    This stunning Greater flamingo was just striking a pose amidst the lush greenery at Marwell Zoo, the way the light hit its feathers was just perfect! Plus there's something so captivating about their elegance.
    Credit: Melita Green
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Belleoftricks
    Instagram: @belle_of_tricks
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-06-21
    Title or Location: greenie
    I just love the green and the composition of this snake
    Credit: Ian Holloway
    Instagram: holloway68

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-06-19
    Title or Location: Farne Islands, Northumberland
    Puffins are my favourite birds and visiting the Farne Islands in Northumberland has been on my wish list for a few years. We were not disappointed! Once we?d run the gauntlet of Arctic Terns who dive bomb visitors to protect their nests, we were met by a colourful carpet of Puffins! I managed to take lots of photos and it was well worth the choppy crossing back!
    Credit: Janis Meeks

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-06-04
    Title or Location: Rye Harbour
    Exiting the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve last weekend, I noticed this Kestrel in the hover, obviously eyeing up suitable prey. Just after I took this shot it swooped and flew off a little with what looked like a vole - sadly too fast for me to capture. Canon EOS R7/RF100-500 1/800 at f7.1, 500m and ISO400.
    Credit: Ralph Lunt
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-05-28
    Title or Location: 20 miles due north of Luxor, The Nile, Egypt
    Taken at sunset after a very hot day from a cruise vessel, the Karma Karnak, on a week's trip down The Nile in Egypt we were lucky to win in an online competition. Hundreds of photographs of the trip taken, and many more sunsets, between Sony A6500 rig, GoPro10 , and Phone - as this one is, from Huawei Mate20 Pro, F2.4, iso 50, 1/7634 sec. No post process other than a little Lightroom to increase colour depth, and tweak exposure.
    Credit: Nicholas David Lean
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    Birmingham Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, UK
    I had spent the better part of the day moving silently through the edges of the chase looking to photograph deer. It was one of those days that seemed perfect on paper: overcast skies that softened the light, barely a breath of wind, and a camera battery at full charge. But nature is nothing if not humbling. The deer remained ghost-like, unseen despite hours of quiet patience and soft steps.By late afternoon my hopes had dimmed so I began the slow walk back to the car. The path wound through
    Credit: Darren Ford
    Facebook: darren.ford.1865
    Instagram: darrenfordphotography

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Whitemouth, ManitobaCPKC
    CPKC Rail Engine 9350 plus one heading east out of Winnipeg to deliver it's freight to Eastern Canada and possibly countries beyond on this beautiful summer day. Engine 9350 is a Diesel/Electric Locomotive which was built in February 2012 by General Electric and produces 4400HP which is capable to propel it to a top speed of 75mph. I love to photograph trains whenever I get a chance. To me they are iconic.
    Credit: Terry Jeffery
    Murfreesboro Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
    Sitting on the rooftop at Salia Restaurant in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico watching the storms blow in. Travel and Leisure has named this city as one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. This location is a photographers dream location.
    Credit: James Strength
    Facebook: James Strength

    Toronto Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Toronto ON Canada
    The photo was taken on the shore of Lake Ontario at Woodbine Beach Park. Whenever you take a photo of a sunrise or sunset, it is difficult to predict how nature will show you. Sometimes expectations are not met, but sometimes you receive a modest but magnificent gift. There was a small puddle on the shore of the lake from a recent rain and it was in it that the miracle of the sunrise appeared. Shot on a Samsung 21s mobile phone and processed in the phone in the Snapseed program.
    Credit: Yuri Shvarzman

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