EXETER
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Photograph Waterfalls on Dartmoor

Photograph Waterfalls on Dartmoor

Sunday 15 June
Venford Reservoir - 7pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
Join us for an evening of photographing beautiful waterfalls in Dartmoor, where you can practice long exposure techniques to capture the smooth flow of water over rocks. Afterward, we'll have the option to catch some sunset shots at nearby Combestone Tor.
book now
£28      
Celebrate the Longest Day with Sunset Tors

Celebrate the Longest Day with Sunset Tors

Saturday 21 June
Dartmoor - 7pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
We visit Dartmoor for sunset Landscape Photography. Shoot in the golden hour then stay to catch the sunset. Join us for a fun evening at Combestone Tor!
book now
£28      
Learn Photography for Beginners

Learn Photography for Beginners

Sunday 22 June
Exeter Quay - 3pm - 3 Hours
Andy McGarty
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of programme mode? 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 help on composition and getting your photographic eye in. Run in a target rich environment you are sure to take come great shots and come away with confidence to keep on taking photos.
book now
£72      

Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography

Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography

Tuesday 24 June
Exmouth - 5pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture movement, trails and soften moving water.You'll learn how to make the subject blur, the background blur with panning, milky seas, intentionally moving the camera with the shutter open ICM and zooming the lens during the exposure.You will need a tripod and ideally some Neutral Density ND filters. Though I will have some to loan.
book now
£28      
Street Photography with Model

Street Photography with Model

Sunday 29 June
Exeter City Centre - 3pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
Join us for a street photography session featuring a model, where you can practice your skills and take both group shots and one-on-one portraits.

Note: There will be an extra fee for the model which will be £60 for the two-hour event, this cost will be split into three (minimum number of participants required for the event to proceed) or more depending on the number of participants. Please bring cash on the day.
book now
£28      
Nature Photography Meetup - Tiverton Canal

Nature Photography Meetup - Tiverton Canal

Tuesday 08 July
Tiverton - 7pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
Walk along Tiverton Canal observing the wildlife on the water and in the trees. We'll discuss techniques, equipment and settings required to get the best shots. Learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
book now
£28      

Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography

Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography

Saturday 26 July
Teignmouth - 5pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture movement, trails and soften moving water.You'll learn how to make the subject blur, the background blur with panning, milky seas, intentionally moving the camera with the shutter open ICM and zooming the lens during the exposure.You will need a tripod and ideally some Neutral Density ND filters. Though I will have some to loan.
book now
£28      

Nearby Photography Groups

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Saturday 14 June
Northernhay Place - 11am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Observing and sketching plants and flowers, their structure and colours.
book now
£26       1 places left
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 28 June
Canal Banks - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
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.
book now
£26      
Abstract Photography by the Sea

Abstract Photography by the Sea

Saturday 05 July
Admiralty Rd, Stonehouse - 11:30am - 3 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
£72      

Black  White Portraits Outdoors

Black White Portraits Outdoors

Saturday 12 July
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!
book now
£72       4 places left
Plein Air Painting

Plein Air Painting

Saturday 26 July
Northernhay Place - 10am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Let nature be your studio! Join us for a calming outdoor painting session where we'll capture the landscape in real time. This is a great way to connect with your surroundings and practice painting in natural light. Bring your acrylics, watercolours, or your favorite medium — and don't forget a hat and water bottle!
book now
£28      
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Saturday 02 August
Canal Banks - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" colour and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolour-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the garden with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawing/painting.
You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, and artwork and have some takeaway homework with the learned technique. All levels and experiences are welcome.
book now
£28      

Botanical Drawings for Beginners

Botanical Drawings for Beginners

Saturday 09 August
Canal Banks - 10am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Slow down and appreciate the details of nature in this relaxed drawing session focused on plants, flowers, and foliage. You'll learn simple techniques to capture natural forms — perfect for beginners who want to build confidence with pencil and pen. No need to be “good at drawing” — just bring your materials and love for the outdoors!
book now
£28      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 23 August
Canal Banks - 10am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
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.
book now
£28      
Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Saturday 06 September
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 !
book now
£72      

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Saturday 06 September
Canal Banks - 11am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" colour and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolour-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the garden with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawing/painting.
You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, and artwork and have some takeaway homework with the learned technique. All levels and experiences are welcome.
book now
£28      
Black  White Portraits Outdoors

Black White Portraits Outdoors

Saturday 25 October
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!
book now
£68      
Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Saturday 08 November
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 !
book now
£68       5 places left

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Saturday 14 June
Northernhay Place - 11am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Observing and sketching plants and flowers, their structure and colours.
book now
£26       1 places left
Beginner's Watercolour Class

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Sunday 15 June
Ham Woods Plymouth - 10am - 3 Hours
Plymouth Watercolour Group
Michael Battley
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolour painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.You will learn fundamental watercolour techniques, composition, colour theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of art.

Ham woods has a brook running through it which has been dammed here and there to slow down the flow of water to encourage a diversity of wildlife. The place is full of dappled sunshine and sounds of birdsong and the babbling brook.
book now
£59       5 places left
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 28 June
Canal Banks - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
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.
book now
£26      

Plein Air Painting

Plein Air Painting

Saturday 26 July
Northernhay Place - 10am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Let nature be your studio! Join us for a calming outdoor painting session where we'll capture the landscape in real time. This is a great way to connect with your surroundings and practice painting in natural light. Bring your acrylics, watercolours, or your favorite medium — and don't forget a hat and water bottle!
book now
£28      
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Saturday 02 August
Canal Banks - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" colour and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolour-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the garden with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawing/painting.
You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, and artwork and have some takeaway homework with the learned technique. All levels and experiences are welcome.
book now
£28      
Botanical Drawings for Beginners

Botanical Drawings for Beginners

Saturday 09 August
Canal Banks - 10am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Slow down and appreciate the details of nature in this relaxed drawing session focused on plants, flowers, and foliage. You'll learn simple techniques to capture natural forms — perfect for beginners who want to build confidence with pencil and pen. No need to be “good at drawing” — just bring your materials and love for the outdoors!
book now
£28      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 23 August
Canal Banks - 10am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
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.
book now
£28      
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Saturday 06 September
Canal Banks - 11am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" colour and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolour-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the garden with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawing/painting.
You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, and artwork and have some takeaway homework with the learned technique. All levels and experiences are welcome.
book now
£28      
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
    It was ok, not something I would do again. Two hours is not enough for a street shoot, it was very rushed, but it was a good introduction to street photography
    4/5
    Bryan
    2025-06-09
    Throughly enjoyed the event. Although it rained quite a bit, it added to the interest.
    4/5
    ALISON
    2025-06-09
    Provided an excellent opportunity to get back out with my camera. Everyone was very friendly. Should have asked more questions but everyone just getting on with it so did the same.
    4/5
    Ella
    2025-06-06

    It was a very informative evening, focusing on what to look for and what to take photos of that others may not see. It helped me learn different ways to use my camera and different angles to take photos from. Andy was also very approachable and easy to talk to which made bouncing ideas from each other a lot easier.
    5/5
    Jessica
    2025-06-03
    It was a very informative evening, focusing on what to look for and what to take photos of that others may not see. It helped me learn different ways to use my camera and different angles to take photos from. Andy was also very approachable and easy to talk to which made bouncing ideas from each other a lot easier.
    5/5
    Jessica
    2025-06-03
    Great evening and guided to some fantastic areas to view the sunset
    5/5
    Jonathan
    2025-06-03

    Great fun and great company. I learned a lot about long exposures and movement photography from Andy, recommended
    5/5
    Jonathan
    2025-05-27
    An interesting and challenging variation of street photography - the low light brings with it new creative opportunities but also a need to be more attentive to camera settings. Andy is a great guide to help navigate that. And, as with other sessions, a fun social event too.
    5/5
    Rob
    2025-05-18
    Interesting and enjoyable. The Morris dancers certainly added to the event.
    4/5
    Richard
    2025-05-17

    Excellent. Lots of time with model and Andy was brilliant tutor with plenty of tips, do's and don'ts. Hopefully another one coming up soon!
    5/5
    Carole
    2025-05-13
    I couldn?t fault this event. A thoroughly enjoyable session in the company of a very knowledgeable photographer who made it a fun and educational experience.
    5/5
    Jonathan
    2025-05-13
    Excellent event. Complete newcomer to portrait work and Andy took us step by step through things to look for and what to avoid. Location was a great choice and our model, Alf, was superb too. Highy recommended
    5/5
    Rob
    2025-05-13

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Andy McGarty
    Started my photography journey in the 80s shooting both 35mm and medium format film then processing in my own darkroom. Mostly people and friend's weddings!

    Got my first digital camera in early 2000s but only really got serious again in 2016 when I needed photographs to go with articles I'd written. A member of Honiton Camera Club, I'm passionate about good mono photography.

    Andy McGarty is available for private bookings

    Available most afternoons and evenings for private tutorials as individual or group.
    Portrait photography by natural light or in a studio.
    Street Photography
    Taking and processing mono digital photography

    PHOTOS
    Exeter Photography Group
    2025-01-23
    Title or Location: Tiverton. Devon.
    This is my usual walk with my dog, along Manley lane near the canal. It was a beautiful evening and I just took a picture with my phone.
    Credit: Stan Kempton

    Exeter Photography Group
    2024-07-28
    Title or Location: Paignton, Devon
    This was taken on a beautiful early evening in June. The light was wonderful. I decided to have a play with the image trying out the Adamski effect. I was quite please with my first attempt.
    Credit: Carol Willcox
    Exeter Photography Group
    2024-07-28
    Title or Location: Barle Valley
    This was taken of the river valley outside my house it's an ever changing light and always a pleasure to record
    Credit: Richard Bland

    Exeter Photography Group
    2024-03-25
    Title or Location: Venford Falls - Dartmoor National Park
    This is Pluto who did not get the memo that he is a Whippet. Happy to stand in a freezing cold river by a water fall for snacks.
    Credit: The Darkroom Photography
    Facebook: @thedarkroomdevon
    Instagram: @the.darkroomphotography

    Exeter Photography Group
    2024-03-18
    Title or Location: Taken on a walk near by.
    'White and Wild'... White, the colour of milk or fresh snow, due to the reflection of all visible rays of light the complete opposite of black...I am always amazed just how clever, how beautiful nature is... We should soak up this beauty, embrace it as it is forever changing as the seasons change.
    Credit: Carol Willcox
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carol.willcox1/
    Exeter Photography Group
    2024-03-11
    Title or Location: budliegh
    as a rare day off decided to try for a sunrise at budliegh and was not dissapointedposting here as requested
    Credit: david thoburn
    Facebook: dave thoburn

    Minneapolis Photography Group
    2025-06-10
    Title or Location: Shiloh National Park, Tennessee
    Found this in my archives. It was taken about 25 years ago while touring the Shiloh Civil War Battlefield in Tennessee. The Battle of Shiloh took place in Hardin County Tennessee on April 6th and 7th, 1862.
    Credit: Tom Archibald - Archibald Studios
    Facebook: archibald.studios
    Instagram: archibald_studios

    Riverside Photography Group
    2025-06-09
    Title or Location: "I See You"
    People often wonder why I bring such a large lens to the Zoo. I used a Sony G lens with a focal length of 300-600mm for this shot. When I visit the San Diego Wild Animal Park in Escondido, my objective is to take pictures that don't feel like they were taken at the zoo. In this case, the close-up of the tiger does just that, and you are brought into his focus. You can feel the intensity of his stare!Never stop capturing the moments!
    Credit: T A Davies
    Facebook: tadaviesphotography
    Instagram: TADavies.photography
    Rochester Photography Group
    2025-06-09
    Title or Location: Shorne
    On one of my local walks I am lucky enough to have nesting buzzards, luckily they are not accessible so it?s pure luck to get close up shots and on this day recently I was in that lucky position as this one flew over me
    Credit: Quentin Moss
    Facebook: QM Photography
    Instagram: qm_photography.page

    Cleveland Photography Group
    2025-06-08
    Title or Location: Wellington Reservation, Wellington, Ohio
    I am new to photography, and this was my very first attempt at a golden hour sunset photo. I had arrived plenty early to set up, but quickly got discouraged because I could not seem to get the exposure right when shooting into the sun. Just when I was ready to give up, the sun got low enough, and suddenly everything exploded with color. I was very happy with the photo at first, but now wish I had moved more to my left so I could cut the bridge out of the image. That white thing across the wa
    Credit: Lewis Szanyi
    Facebook: Lewis Szanyi IV
    Instagram: kayloutravel

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