EXETER
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 16 March
Exeter City Centre - 1pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
book now
£26       5 places left
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Sunday 30 March
Exmouth - 2pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
book now
£26      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 06 April
Exeter City Centre - 2pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
book now
£26      

Seaside Town Photography Tour

Seaside Town Photography Tour

Sunday 13 April
Sidmouth - 2pm - 2 Hours
Andy McGarty
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!
book now
£26      
Learn Photography for Beginners

Learn Photography for Beginners

Sunday 27 April
Exeter Quay - 2pm - 3 Hours
Andy McGarty
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.
book now
£67      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Sunday 11 May
Exeter Quay - 3pm - 3 Hours
Andy McGarty
Whether you wish to improve photos of family or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person. An experienced model is present on the event and all shooting will be one to one.
book now
£92       4 places left

Long Exposure Photography

Long Exposure Photography

Sunday 25 May
Sidmouth - 2pm - 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
£26      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 29 March
Upper High St - 10am - 3 Hours
Somerset Photography Group
Chris Davison
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.
book now
£67      
Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Saturday 29 March
Northernhay Place - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Welcome to "Drawing Plants and Flowers"! In this workshop, we will explore the art of drawing plants and flowers.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of drawing various plants and flowers. We will cover topics such as simplifying shapes, creating texture and detail, and using colors to enhance your drawings.

You will have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and create your own beautiful plant and flower drawings. Our instructors will provide feedback and guidance along the way, helping you to refine your skills and develop your own unique style.
book now
£26       5 places left
Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Saturday 05 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 !
book now
£67       0 places left

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 19 April
Northernhay Place - 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; how to observe and understand the object you are drawing.
Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
£26      
Black  White Portraits Outdoors

Black White Portraits Outdoors

Saturday 03 May
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
£67      
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Saturday 10 May
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
£26      

Watercolour Techniques Class

Watercolour Techniques Class

Saturday 31 May
Canal Banks - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
In this immersive workshop, we will explore three essential watercolour techniques: 'Wet on Dry,' 'Wet on Wet,' and watercolour washes. Our talented instructor will guide you through each technique step by step, providing demonstrations and personalised feedback to help you master the art of watercolour painting. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class is designed to enhance your skills and unleash your creativity.
book now
£26      
Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Introduction To Digital Photography Creative Camera Basics

Saturday 07 June
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
£67      
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      

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
£67      

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Saturday 29 March
Northernhay Place - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
Welcome to "Drawing Plants and Flowers"! In this workshop, we will explore the art of drawing plants and flowers.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of drawing various plants and flowers. We will cover topics such as simplifying shapes, creating texture and detail, and using colors to enhance your drawings.

You will have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and create your own beautiful plant and flower drawings. Our instructors will provide feedback and guidance along the way, helping you to refine your skills and develop your own unique style.
book now
£26       5 places left
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 19 April
Northernhay Place - 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; how to observe and understand the object you are drawing.
Perfect for complete beginners.
book now
£26      
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Saturday 10 May
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
£26      

Watercolour Techniques Class

Watercolour Techniques Class

Saturday 31 May
Canal Banks - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Exeter Art Group
Olga Brereton
In this immersive workshop, we will explore three essential watercolour techniques: 'Wet on Dry,' 'Wet on Wet,' and watercolour washes. Our talented instructor will guide you through each technique step by step, providing demonstrations and personalised feedback to help you master the art of watercolour painting. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class is designed to enhance your skills and unleash your creativity.
book now
£26      
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      
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.

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  • REVIEWS
    Great introduction to photography. I learnt more than I expected to as a complete beginner. Andy was great at teaching and the small group made things easier for me. I really enjoyed the course and have been out most days since practicing my skills! Thanks Andy.
    5/5
    Kate
    2025-03-13
    Great introduction to photography. I learnt more than I expected to as a complete beginner. Andy was great at teaching and the small group made things easier for me. I really enjoyed the course and have been out most days since practicing my skills! Thanks Andy.
    5/5
    Kate
    2025-03-13
    Thoroughly enjoyed the course. Andy was helpful and I found him very approachable. Took away some good tips for improving my photography and I have now signed up for the next street photography course.
    5/5
    Deborah
    2025-03-04

    Kevin did a great job at showing me the different modes and functions of my camera and taught me how to position myself well and change the shutter speeds, appeture and the lense's sensitivity to light to produce the perfect shots.
    5/5
    Joseph
    2024-06-24
    It was really interesting and Kevin explained things very clearly
    5/5
    Sue
    2024-06-24
    Apart from the weather, it was a very interesting, informative and fun 2 hours. Kevin as always shared his knowledge with us in a very easy to understand way.
    5/5
    Carol
    2024-03-18

    Weather dreadful and I wouldn?t have stepped outside on my own in these conditions but it has made me realise how interesting photography in the wet can be and I will do it again. Great fun, lovely group and very knowledgable leader in Kevin. I picked up quite a few tips from Kevin and thoroughly enjoyed the session, thank you,
    5/5
    Jonathan
    2024-03-18
    I really enjoy these workshops. Kevin Hind is an excellent tutor/leader/expert. This particular event was marred by really dreadful weather and lack of light, but inspite of that I feel that I learned a lot albeit without taking anything I was pleased with but I now have the confidence to put that knowledge into practice.
    5/5
    Wendy Searle
    2024-03-18
    I thoroughly enjoyed it. Kevin was very helpful. The group was a good size and very friendly which is always good as it make you feel at ease.
    5/5
    Nurije
    2024-02-19

    I very much enjoyed the workshop and took away lots of ideas. Kevin is brilliant at what he does. Looking forward to the next one.
    5/5
    Carol
    2024-02-19
    I thought this was excellent and enjoyable. Kevin is really encouraging and very informative.
    5/5
    Susan
    2024-02-19
    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

    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

    Sunshine Coast Photography Group
    2025-03-13
    Title or Location: Happy Valley
    Wave captured sun
    Credit: Juli?s Sunrise
    Instagram: Julie?s Sunrise

    Fremont Photography Group
    2025-03-12
    Title or Location: Seattle Downtown, Pike St
    Wandering through Seattle Downtown. This city is packed with personality and hidden gems! &129321 From the food to the architecture and the locals, there's so much to discover.
    Credit: Vikram Parmar
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clickedbyvp/
    Vancouver Photography Group
    2025-03-11
    Title or Location: Twin Lakes, Bridgeport, CA.
    Even though it was summer, the reflection of the clouds on the water almost looked like ice formations.
    Credit: John Ferguson

    Thornton Photography Group
    2025-03-10
    Title or Location: Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado
    This was sunset time at Great Sand Tunes National Park here in Colorado. Any time of time is amazing there to see this natural wonder in person, but sunrise and sunset times I feel are the best as the ever changing shadows just give the dunes such a different look and mood and changes by the minute, I choose a little slower shutter speed just to soften things somewhat and really like how this turned out. Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T8iLens: Canon EF-S18-55mm f4-5.6 IS STM@55mm ISO100 f13 1/
    Credit: Ken Weber
    Instagram: @kwofco_

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