Summer 2024 - Dartmoor Landscape Photography Workshop

A group landscape photography workshop is a unique learning experience.

You can learn from videos and books, but they lack the essential hands on guided practice you need to improve or learn photography. In a group workshop, you have the opportunity to practice what you learn, get feedback and learn from a professional photographer.

Group workshops are a light-hearted and fun way to learn. Every one attending is there to add something to their photography. The Group maybe a diverse mix of people, but united and passionate about a common goal.
In addition to learning from the workshop leader. You will exchange technical and artistic ideas with the rest of the group, which will open new avenues of thought and exploration. I have seen many groups go on to form rich and rewarding friendships beyond the workshop.

Here are some specific things I do to make my group workshops a positive and productive learning experience:
I provide plenty of opportunities for hands-on practice.

I create a relaxed and supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable asking questions and sharing their work.

I encourage participants to learn from each other and share their ideas.

I keep group workshop sizes small (max 5) Which means I can tailor the workshop to meet the needs of the group, but I can also spend an effective amount of time on 1:1 coaching.

I have been running workshops for over 10 years. And have also delivered in excess of 100 lectures, in person and online, nationally and internationally, gaining new skills and insight into photography.

I Have enjoyed leading workshops with photographers of all abilities, passing on my knowledge, passion and skills regardless of age or ability, using a style that suits them. Some people learn better by trial and error and need time to make mistakes and ask for advice, while others simply want a demonstration. I have taken novice photographers with their first camera, having no knowledge but progressing to understand and use basic photographic theory and camera controls by the end of the workshop. I have also worked with experienced photographers whose work has grown a little stale, looking to reignite that passion and find a fresh way to look at the subjects and world around them.

I am a self-taught outdoor and landscape photographer. I have been learning the art and craft of photography for over 35 years and continue to polish those skill every time I go out. During that time, I have worked with both film and digital cameras (Canon, Nikon, Sony), and printed Black & White and Colour in my own "wet" darkroom.

I have been published and featured online by:

Light and Landscape,

F-Stoppers,

On Landscape

Shutterbug.

Have Lectured OnLine for the RPS.
And lecture Regularly for National and International Photographic Societies and clubs.

I am as passionate about shaing my photographing and passing on my Knowledge, passion and skills as I am about producing my own work.

I cover all the essentials of photography, the exposure triangle, composition, as well as creativity, and developing your own photographic voice.

The list of possible topics is extensive and depends on you, but I will cover a lot of the subjects:

Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO

Lens selection: depth of field,
sharpness, and focal length

Equipment: tripods and filters
Composition: ideas

Subjects: the big landscape, close-up and intimate scenes, water, woodland, and moorland

Creativity and connecting with your subject

The most important thing you need to bring is a bit of passion, and a few essential items.

Essential:

SLR or mirrorless camera (including lens)
Camera or hiking rucksack
Spare batteries and memory cards
Waterproof cover (a plastic bag is good enough)

Optional:

Selection of lenses covering focal lengths from 24mm to 300mm
Tripod
ND and polarizing filters
Cable release
Lens cloth/cleaning kit

Personal care

You will need to provide and carry your own
Food, water, and hot drink
Clothing for the appropriate conditions, including waterproofs, hat, and waterproof walking boots
Sunscreen, medication

You need to be able to carry all the gear you bring over approximately 5-7 miles, for 5 - 7 hours

We will be out for approximately 6 hours, but this varies depending on the size and needs of the group.
We will move at a moderate pace between locations, but this is not a forced march and including photography, the pace could be considered to be slow.

You are responsible for your own health and safety during the workshop.

You are responsible for travel to and from the meeting point.

You are responsible for food and refreshments.

You are responsible for accommodation in the area if required.

You are required to follow the principles of Nature First & the Countryside Code at all times.

You are responsible for your own Health & Safety and that of fellow participants.

Consumption of alcohol/drugs is strictly forbiden.

Smoking is not allowed when working with the group. If you wish to smoke please respect others and move a distance away down wind.

Hi Brian,
I just wanted to thank you for yesterday, I had a really great day and learned so much, Thankyou. As I said it was exactly what I was looking for and has really helped me think about my photography and composition.
Best regards Mitch

Dear Brian,
I really enjoyed the workshop. The reason why I chose this one is because he organised a practical course. I enjoyed both walking in Dartmoor (with beautiful scenery) and learning from Brian in making pictures with different techniques. It was really nice speaking about the theory during our walking. So I done the first of the three workshops, after improving my photo skills I'm going back to book the second and the third for sure.
Rgds, Isabella

Very informative. A great help. Highly recommended. Will definitely be back for workshop number 2.” JC