Street Photography Reflections
Saturday 12 July
Birmingham City Center - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
The photographic exploration of reflections offers a wonderful opportunity to capture intriguing images from our everyday surroundings, such as windows, water, and various reflective surfaces. By simply taking a moment to observe, we can uncover a wealth of creative possibilities!
Library of Birmingham 4 Centenary Square Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2ND England and Gas street basin.
Street Photography at Night Meetup
Saturday 19 July
Gas Street - 8pm - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
walk along the Gas street basin at night and catch the lights and night time reflections.
Prime Lens Photography Meetup
Saturday 26 July
Icknield Street Hockley - 11am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
In this meetup, we will learn how to use a 24mm 35mm 50mm prime lens. Come and join us!
You can join with any camera or iPhone with a prime lens 24mm 35mm 50mm.
Outdoor Portraits
Saturday 02 August
Cannock - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.
You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.
This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
Portrait with Natural Light in a Sunflower Field
Saturday 16 August
Becketts Farm, Wythall - 11am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Join us for a portrait session with natural light in a sunflower field in the summer.This will be a fun and creative way to learn how to shoot in natural light.Bring an assortment of lenses, as you may wish to photograph more than just one theme.
Bring an assortment of lenses, as you may wish to photograph more than just one theme.
Intro to Astro Photography
Saturday 23 August
Leamington Spa CV33 9LB - 10pm - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Do you gaze up at the night sky with wonder? What about looking up at the stars and thinking, how old that light you are seeing is? Maybe you watch as day and night morph into one, and the stars come out to play. This meetup is going to cover off everything you need to know to start capturing amazing single shot astrophotography and a few extra bits of helpful advice. The learnt basics of capturing a single frame will form the building blocks of your astrophotography journey. Think of this meetup as your first step on that journey or for those who have already started, maybe a road sign. Astrophotography looks amazing and packs a real punch, however, you do not need to spend a fortune to partake. Does gear make a difference, the simple answer is yes, but it is not the deciding factor when it comes to astrophotography. This meetup will look at planning your session, camera settings, required equipment. I want this meetup to help you maximise your current gear as your start capturing milky way shots.
Motor Cars, Angles and Views
Sunday 07 September
Bridgnorth Town - 12pm - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Join us at the Bridgnorth town Festival to practice capturing a variety of angles and views amidst the vibrant festivities.
Walk with Camera around Trentham Gardens
Sunday 14 September
Stoke-On-Trent - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
Ticket to the gardens not included in the booking price. Please bring money for ticket fee.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Saturday 12 July
Tenterbanks - 10am - 2 Hours
Marian Amza
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.
Composition in Photography
Sunday 20 July
City Centre - 11am - 2 Hours
Selina Bhairon
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance
As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
Composition in the Park
Saturday 26 July
33 Paradise - 10am - 2 Hours
Rafal Wodzinski
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.
Natural Light Portrait Meetup
Sunday 10 August
Wollescote Park Sensory Garden - 10am - 2 Hours
Rafal Wodzinski
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.
You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.
This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
Nature Painting with Watercolours
Saturday 19 July
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
In this class we will focus on nature painting. We will learn tips and tricks on how to paint trees, clouds, flowers, mountains, and other objects found in nature.
Note: This is not a Landscape painting class, we will not be creating completed landscape paintings. Our focus will be on the individual objects that make up those landscapes.
Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 19 July
Westbourne Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Anoushkaa Kashyap
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.
Perfect for complete beginners.
Beginner's Watercolour Class
Saturday 09 August
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
Unlock the magical world of watercolour painting with our Beginner's Watercolour Class! Dive into the colorful adventure led by a seasoned instructor who specializes in making art accessible for beginners.
Embark on a journey to master fundamental watercolour techniques, explore the wonders of color theory, and discover the art of paint mixing. Turn your newfound knowledge into a mesmerizing piece of art that reflects your creative spirit. Join our small class for big possibilities and let the watercolour magic flow!
Watercolour Landscapes for Beginners
Saturday 30 August
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolours with our "Watercolour Landscapes for Beginners" class! Unleash your creativity, learn basic techniques, and create stunning landscapes with ease. No experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm and a splash of imagination! Join us for a paint-filled adventure, where every brushstroke is a step closer to your masterpiece. Reserve your spot and let the colorful journey begin!
Granny Squares
Saturday 13 September
Four Oaks - 10:33am - 3 Hours
Paige Reynolds
Ready to create stunning granny square blankets or elevate your crochet skills? Join our fun-filled class!
Learn the basics of granny square crochet and unleash your creativity. Reserve your spot now for full details upon booking.
Beginner's Watercolour Class
Saturday 20 September
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
Unlock the magical world of watercolour painting with our Beginner's Watercolour Class! Dive into the colorful adventure led by a seasoned instructor who specializes in making art accessible for beginners.
Embark on a journey to master fundamental watercolour techniques, explore the wonders of color theory, and discover the art of paint mixing. Turn your newfound knowledge into a mesmerizing piece of art that reflects your creative spirit. Join our small class for big possibilities and let the watercolour magic flow!
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 04 October
Four Oaks - 10:30am - 3 Hours
Paige Reynolds
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.
Amigurumi 101
Saturday 25 October
Four Oaks - 10:30am - 3 Hours
Paige Reynolds
Amigurumi 101: Dive into the World of Cute Crochet! Join us for an enchanting journey into Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crafting adorable stuffed creatures and toys! In this lively class, you'll learn how to transform yarn into 3D masterpieces by following intricate patterns and mastering essential stitches. From cuddly critters to tiny toys, the creative possibilities are endless and absolutely charming. All materials and a refreshing round of non-alcoholic drinks are included. Full details provided upon booking confirmation. Let your imagination run wild and book your spot now for this fun-filled crochet adventure!