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Upcoming Events

Christmas Market Meetup

Christmas Market Meetup

Saturday 09 December
Exeter City Centre - 4pm - 2 Hours
Kevin Hind
Join us for an evening capturing the Christmas spirit.

This is an easy and fun photo walk, capturing merry moments, Christmas colors, and lights to remember the holiday.

Join as a family or a friend to make it extra special.
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Learn Photography for Beginners

Learn Photography for Beginners

Saturday 27 January
Exeter Quay - 11am - 3 Hours
Kevin Hind
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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£61      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 17 February
Exeter City Centre - 11am - 2 Hours
Kevin Hind
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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£24      

Seaside Town Photography Tour

Seaside Town Photography Tour

Saturday 16 March
Sidmouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Kevin Hind
This theme will take you through a seaside town capturing the essence of a small town along with some seascape.

This will include seascape photography along with street photography, architecture, abstract and landscape

Open to all levels, join us and bring a friend!
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£24      

Nearby Photography Groups

Abstract Photography by the Sea

Abstract Photography by the Sea

Saturday 13 January
Admiralty Rd, Stonehouse - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Abstract photography by the sea, a chance to pursue art for art's sake and photograph the world as an artist would!

This workshop will focus on colours, patterns, and textures around the shoreline . If you enjoy looking at shimmering reflections, the tangled forms of seaweed, or at shell encrusted rocks, this workshop may be for you. You will be encouraged to really look - to find the poetry in simple things - while avoiding visual cliche. Come and refine your photographic vision in a relaxed setting by the sea!
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£24      
Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Saturday 02 March
Mount Street, Taunton, Somerset - 2pm - 3 Hours
Somerset Photography Group
Zoe Barton
Unlock the full potential of your camera by transitioning from Auto to Manual mode in our easy-to-understand workshop. Gain robust confidence as you navigate your camera settings and delve deep into key functions that will vastly improve your photography skills. Get a grasp of the exposure triangle - Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO - and discover how critical these elements are when shooting in Manual Mode. Conquer the art of creating the perfect shot!
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£61      
Winter Light Photography

Winter Light Photography

Sunday 03 March
Devonport - 11am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Nature has something to offer in every season. In the winter its the stark poetry of trees, the soft light, and the atmospheric shapes of clouds. Winter allows us to compose our images thoughtfully. Shadows and glimmers, the mulch of fallen leaves, the texture of a bare branch: all these things can become strong compositions. This workshop will provide deeper understanding of aperture, iso and shutter speed as we experiment with different styles of shooting. We will create a landscape 'story' - composed from still-life and large ensemble elements. Come and enjoy a photography walk in crisp winter air and experience this magical season in the park.
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£61      

Bokeh for Beginners

Bokeh for Beginners

Saturday 16 March
Mount Street, Taunton, Somerset - 10am - 2 Hours
Somerset Photography Group
Zoe Barton
Immerse yourself in an enlightening photography session where the secrets of mastering aperture will be unveiled to you. Learn how to weave the appealing Bokeh effect into your creative arsenal, transforming your photographs into stunning, professional-grade shots.
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£24      
Black & White Portraits Outdoors

Black & White Portraits Outdoors

Sunday 24 March
Royal William Rd - 11:30am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Learn how to use natural light to advantage when working on outdoors black & white portraits. This workshop will take place in the historical setting. The old master painters had a special word - chiaroscuro -(meaning light-dark) for the dramatic quality of shadow in portraits. This concept, as it relates to black and white portraiture, will be fully explained. The importance of 'catch lights' in eyes & 'bokeh' (for dreamy, soft backgrounds) will also be addressed, as will the advantage of shooting in "open shade". Portraits will be taken with black and white conversion in mind, but can also be enjoyed in colour as well. The textured, stone walls and arcaded walkways in the venue will offer an atmospheric setting for this workshop!
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£61      
Portraiture With Natural Light

Portraiture With Natural Light

Saturday 30 March
Mount Street, Taunton, Somerset - 2pm - 2 Hours
Somerset Photography Group
Zoe Barton
Immerse yourself in an enlightening photography event, specially crafted to improve your understanding of composition and the crucial role of light, elevating your photography skills to new heights. Join the hands-on experience of photographing a model using available light 2013 no on-camera flash or strobe photography, just you and the ethereal beauty of the existing illumination.

Walkthrough troubleshooting, make fine-tuned adjustments, and masterfully capture a successful portrait. Discover the art of using light modifiers, like a reflector, to maintain proper exposure in challenging lighting conditions. A world of photographic expertise awaits, all set to transform you into a better photographer.
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£24      

Introduction to Adobe Lightroom

Introduction to Adobe Lightroom

Saturday 13 April
North Street, Taunton Town Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Somerset Photography Group
Zoe Barton
Adobe Lightroom is a post production software used to enhance your photography.

Whether you're interested in learning more about what Lightroom could offer you, or you already have the software and want some advice on how to understand it better, this class is for you!

The aim of this class is to understand the basics of Lightroom to enhance your photographs.
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£24      
Introduction To Digital Photography: Creative Camera Basics

Introduction To Digital Photography: Creative Camera Basics

Saturday 20 April
The Hoe - 11am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
You have it your hands, that wonderful new DSLR camera with all of its mysterious dials & buttons. Now it is time to learn to use it properly ! There is a lot to learn about photography & each new new phase of knowledge delivers more control to the photographer ! This 3 hour session will ease you into familiarity with your camera and will suit beginners and any intermediate photographers who feel like a refresher. In this session we will cover creative camera basics, including composition, framing and perspective. You will also learn how shutter speed, aperture & iso combine to produce a correctly exposed image. Above all it will be fun ! There will be lots to photograph and enjoy, as we move around and explore both landscape and architectural features of the area !
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£61       5 places left
Abstract Photography by the Sea

Abstract Photography by the Sea

Saturday 04 May
Admiralty Rd, Stonehouse - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
Abstract photography by the sea, a chance to pursue art for art's sake and photograph the world as an artist would!

This workshop will focus on colours, patterns, and textures around the shoreline . If you enjoy looking at shimmering reflections, the tangled forms of seaweed, or at shell encrusted rocks, this workshop may be for you. You will be encouraged to really look - to find the poetry in simple things - while avoiding visual cliche. Come and refine your photographic vision in a relaxed setting by the sea!
book now
£24      

Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 25 May
Devonport - 11am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
This session will encourage you to get up close and personal with nature. Workshop participants will be shown how to frame their images to maximise detail, pattern and colour. Our setting will be in a park, which is bursting with colourful floral subjects at this time of year. We will learn about being 'intentional' in our photography - looking deeply - as opposed to just snapping. New and intermediate photographers will gain knowledge of how aperture and focal length can be used in combination to create well-composed, vivid shots of nature. Making foreground elements stand out (while turning the background into soft, dreamy blur) will also be explained. If your creative self-expression embraces petals, buds, and blooms this session will be very much for you. Indulge your inner "horticulturist", and spend some time with your camera in blossoming nature !
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£24      
Introduction To Digital Photography: Creative Camera Basics

Introduction To Digital Photography: Creative Camera Basics

Saturday 06 July
The Hoe - 11:30am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Photography Group
Caleb Williams
You have it your hands, that wonderful new DSLR camera with all of its mysterious dials & buttons. Now it is time to learn to use it properly ! There is a lot to learn about photography & each new new phase of knowledge delivers more control to the photographer ! This 3 hour session will ease you into familiarity with your camera and will suit beginners and any intermediate photographers who feel like a refresher. In this session we will cover creative camera basics, including composition, framing and perspective. You will also learn how shutter speed, aperture & iso combine to produce a correctly exposed image. Above all it will be fun ! There will be lots to photograph and enjoy, as we move around and explore both landscape and architectural features of the area !
book now
£61      

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing Landscapes Meetup

Drawing Landscapes Meetup

Saturday 09 December
Central Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Join us for a relaxed, socially inclusive gathering of artists of all skill levels and mediums. You're encouraged to bring your preferred drawing tools, be it pencils, charcoal or pastels. Engage in friendly conversations, showcase your creative work and receive constructive feedback from fellow art enthusiasts.

In our special focus on landscape drawing, we'll delve into various aspects such as composition, perspective, shading, and depth enhancement. Practical exercises and demonstrations are planned to educate and inspire you. Learn valuable techniques and tips to elevate your landscape drawing skills and infuse your artwork with life.
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£24      
Paint Your Own Christmas Ball MeetUp

Paint Your Own Christmas Ball MeetUp

Saturday 16 December
The Hoe - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Dive into the festive spirt with our christmas ball ball painting. This is a fun, festive, fullfilling lesson intended for you to enjoy learning and developing your skills within painting, while also allowing you to step into December with the perfect christmas decoration!
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£24      
Tree Drawing Meetup

Tree Drawing Meetup

Saturday 30 December
Central Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
We will delve into the fascinating world of drawing trees, exploring not only their basic shapes but also delving into the intricate nuances of shading and detailing that can truly elevate your artistic creations. Our focus will be on understanding the fundamental elements that constitute a tree's form, allowing you to grasp the essence of its structure. As we progress, we will unlock the secrets of shading techniques, enabling you to add depth, dimension, and a touch of realism to your tree illustrations. From the delicate interplay of light and shadow to the fine details that breathe life into your sketches, this class aims to provide you with the skills and insights needed to make your trees come alive on paper. Join us on this artistic journey, where each stroke and shading technique will contribute to making your trees visually captivating and distinctly unique.
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£24      

Beginner's Drawing Meetup

Beginner's Drawing Meetup

Saturday 06 January
The Hoe - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Rediscover the joy and beauty of drawing through our class designed to immerse you in the artistic world of creating expressive and delightful artwork. Our seasoned tutors will steer you through the core elements of drawing including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. Not only this, but we'll also engage in distinctive Mark Making techniques to help conquer any fear and hesitation associated with an empty page. This exceptional experience is truly perfect for those just setting foot on their artistic journey. Dive into the wonders of art with us. Discover, learn, and grow.
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£24      
Tonal Drawing Meetup

Tonal Drawing Meetup

Saturday 13 January
The Hoe - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Discover the secret of bringing your drawings to life by mastering the art of depth and dimension through shadow and tone. Engage in an enlightening workshop, under the expert guidance of a seasoned instructor. Unlock your potential in understanding and applying the fundamental principles of tonal drawing. Dive into key aspects such as value contrast and composition. Learn how to create a vast tonal spectrum, build delightful contrast, and simplify composition to construct clean and striking images. Embark on this transformative artistic journey and watch your drawings gain a new depth of magic.
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£24      
Portrait drawing

Portrait drawing

Saturday 20 January
East End - 10am - 2 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Discover the enchanting world of portrait drawing in a comprehensive workshop led by seasoned professionals. Navigate the art of capturing the essence of a humans most engaging feature. By the end of the session, create accurate depictions with a fresh perspective and newfound knowledge. Experience this enriching journey of artistic self-discovery and enhance your drawing skills.
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£24      

Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 10 February
East End - 1pm - 3 Hours
Plymouth Art Group
Elisha Cox
Unlock the secrets of drawing and discover how to bring the beauty of man's best friend to life on paper. Delve into an enriching drawing class that caters to artistic souls at any level of proficiency.

Guided by seasoned instructors, you'll embark on a journey through the foundational elements of drawing. Learn to master perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. Engage in a range of mark-making techniques that will empower you to transform a blank page into a captivating work of art.

Whether you're a novice looking to learn the basics or an experienced artist seeking to refine your skills, this drawing class is designed to inspire creativity and enhance your artistic expression through the charming subject of a dog. Join us and unleash the potential of your inner artist.
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£50      
ABOUT EXETER
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 Exeter .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Got everything out of it that I wanted to. Host was very good, full of information and explained everything well. I'll be booking more events.
    5/5
    Stef
    2023-10-16
    A very good workshop held by Kevin Hind. He is very patient and knowledgeable. It took my out of my comfort zone, but by the end of the 2 hours I felt very much at ease. Looking forward to going through my images. I highly recommend anyone wanting to improve their photography to book in on a workshop.
    5/5
    Carol
    2023-10-16
    Excellent evening. Kevin Hind really pushed us out of our comfort zones. We all started off very self consciously but grew in confidence throughout the evening. Kevin is an excellent teacher and group leader.
    5/5
    wendy
    2023-10-16

    Amazing, Kevin was so patient and put me at easy. I really do feel that I took lots away from it and it has inspired me to try new things.
    5/5
    Carol
    2023-09-11
    Kevin was an excellent teacher. Plenty of encouraging words and knowledge of the many different brands of cameras people were using. AM looking forward the the street photography group in October.
    5/5
    Matthew and Emily Convery
    2023-09-11
    A good mix and got to try a variety of things I wouldn't normally photograph. Kevin was a good guide and teacher
    5/5
    Maureen
    2023-05-01

    Very informative and a collective opportunity to feel comfortable talking to strangers to ask for their permission to take photos.
    5/5
    Tejas
    2023-02-27
    this was a great course and I really enjoyed it. It did challenge me in some different ways of using my camera which was a good thing and gave me ideas to try. Kevin Hind was an excellent tutor and I hope to do another course in the future with the Exeter Photography Group. Thankyou.
    5/5
    Anne
    2023-02-27
    Kevin was very welcoming, approachable and helpful. Learnt alot and manage to capture some lovely photos. met some lovely people and had a few laughs. Recommend.
    5/5
    Elaine
    2023-02-20

    good venue.. small group .. knowledgeable tutor
    5/5
    Gina
    2023-02-20
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Kevin Hind
    As an ex golf professional, Kevin has moved from being in front of the camera to behind it. Having travelled much of the world through work and pleasure, Kevin has developed his photography skills in a variety of genres. Now based in Devon, Kevin is keen and excited to pass on his knowledge to others.

    Kevin Hind is available for private bookings

    PHOTOS
    Exeter Photography Group
    2023-09-28
    Title or Location: Teignmouth, Devon
    My first attempt at Long Exsposure on a workshop with Kevin Hind. The pier at Teignmouth is a little tired, but it was built between 1865 and 1867 of cast-iron screw piles and wood to a length of 600 feet. The sun was beginning to set behind us, and as I composed and took the shot the view changed for me, it became peaceful, calm and quite magical. Thank you Kevin for introducing me to LE.
    Credit: Carol Willcox
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carol.willcox1/

    Exeter Photography Group
    2023-09-22
    Title or Location: Teignmouth, Devon
    This was my first attempt at Long Exposure, when I went on a worshop with Kevin Hind our tutor. It was a beautiful evening, and as the sun started to go down, the light seemed to change. The pier in Teignmouth is quite tired looking but using LE seemed to bring some kind of magic for me to the pier. I used an Olympus EM5 MK11 with a 12-45 F4 lens. It was shot in raw and then editing in Lightroom classic. I am so grateful to Kevin for opening my eyes to LE. I will be using this again very soon. T
    Credit: Carol Willcox
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carol.willcox1/
    Exeter Photography Group
    2023-09-15
    Title or Location: Salisbury cathedral
    Having a look around Salisbury and the cathedral
    Credit: Stan Kempton

    Exeter Photography Group
    2023-08-28
    Title or Location: Crediton
    I was working in crediton and took a pic of this lovely church. I wanted to make it more drastic,so I edited with PS
    Credit: Stan Kempton

    Exeter Photography Group
    2023-07-23
    Title or Location: Sidmouth
    Looking for a sunset with a slightly different perspective at the top of Jacobs ladder took me to this gorgeous gateway one winter's afternoon
    Credit: Melanie Hayward
    Facebook: melaniehaywardphotography
    Instagram: melaniehaywardphotography
    Exeter Photography Group
    2023-07-14
    Title or Location: Newton Poppleford
    This photo was taken while I was at a agility session with my daughter and her cocker spaniel Penny. I had the holi powder in the car as I was taking it to the studio and a black fabric backdrop from a recent event. So just for fun we tied the backdrop to the dog walk and got the holi powder out. Aspen is a fantastic photography model and hit his brief fantastically I asked that he cleared the jump looking straight down the barrel of the lens. He did it perfectly literally skimming me as he went
    Credit: The Darkroom Photography
    Facebook: thedarkroomdevon
    Instagram: the.darkroomphotography

    Birmingham Photography Group
    2023-12-06
    Title or Location: Wellesbourne Mountford Airfield
    Vulcan XM655, landed at Wellesbourne Airfield in Feb 1984, Still in running order.At a paid-for up close and personal event there.After a downpour in the afternoon, I managed to get down low and muddy to line up a handheld reflection as a bracketed HDR of 7 shots.As the sun started to set behind me, giving a nice reflective sun hue over the aircraft and minimising shadows. The resulting standing water gives a great reflection in reverse.45mm 1/30 f4
    Credit: Craig Burley
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    Instagram: Craig.Burley.5
    Reading Photography Group
    2023-12-06
    Title or Location: New Forest wildlife park
    Worth a visit to the New Forest wildlife park , great to see wolves in the Forest again ..&128522
    Credit: Mark Isaacs
    Facebook: MI photography

    Sacramento Photography Group
    2023-12-05
    Title or Location: Osaka Aquarium, Osaka, Japan
    Photo taken at Osaka Aquarium, Osaka, Japan. This was a pretty cool aquarium. Several tanks were several stories tall with viewing area on each floor. This photo is of a Black Crown Night Heron. Shot with my Nikon Z8 Nikon Z24-120S 4.0Processed with Photoshop Topaz . I shoot raw so I used several adjustment layers to achieve the desired look.
    Credit: John P Simpson
    Ocala Photography Group
    2023-12-05
    Title or Location: Christmas Boxer
    I was testing out a new backdrop that I purchased for a family mini Christmas shoot that I have coming up. I used to make my children be my models but since they are grown Zeus, my boxer, was such a good boy and was my model. This was shot on a Canon EOS 6D with the EF 24-105mm f/4L at 24mm, ISO 320, 1/160. I used two Alien B800 strobes with white umbrellas.
    Credit: Sharon Howard Photography
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    Instagram: sharon.howard.photography
    Pasadena Photography Group
    2023-12-04
    Title or Location: Glendora
    In 1989 I started a tradition of Photos with Santa. At the time I was Public Relations Director and Event coordinator for Bless Keller, later to merge with Dilbeck Realtors as Director of P.R. and Special Events. When I started this event we had 3 offices and Santa and I would show up at each office for a Holiday Party and Free Santa Photos. This was a client appreciation event as well as an introduction event to our communities. Over the years we increased our locations to 14 offices. This
    Credit: Bev Widney

    Peterborough Photography Group
    2023-12-04
    Title or Location: Ham Cut at Ferry Meadows.
    Kingfishers are very active at the moment. This one caught a fish and I was lucky enough to catch the picture as it turned it's prey around to swallow it head first.
    Credit: Rob Walker
    Facebook: Rob Walker Photography
    Instagram: rob100walker
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