Street Photography for Beginners
Saturday 06 June
The Headrow - 8:30am - 3 Hours
Glenn Brookes
Build your confidence in approaching strangers, directing them to the best light and evoking natural emotions.
Street Photography for Beginners
Friday 19 June
The Headrow - 1pm - 3 Hours
Glenn Brookes
Build your confidence in approaching strangers, directing them to the best light and evoking natural emotions.
Street Photography for Beginners
Saturday 11 July
The Headrow - 2pm - 3 Hours
Glenn Brookes
Build your confidence in approaching strangers, directing them to the best light and evoking natural emotions.
Session 1 of 4 Get Your Camera Out Knaresborough Photo Walk
Saturday 18 July
Knaresborough - 10am - 2 Hours
Andy Ainsworth
Ever thought you should really get out and take some photos, but never quite do it? This first session is all about getting your camera out and starting to shoot. No pressure, no overthinking. Whether you're using a phone or a camera, I'll guide you step by step so you actually understand what you're doing.
We'll keep it simple, practical, and relaxed, and I'll be right there if you get stuck, explaining things in a way that makes sense.
By the end of it, you won't just be thinking about photography—you'll be doing it. Participants bring their own camera and gear.
Before the session, please watch this video for some inspiration: https://youtu.be/Cep1uW6lWQE?si=89zi4RBOFgHrJRyF
Street Portraits for Beginners
Saturday 01 August
The Headrow - 2pm - 3 Hours
Glenn Brookes
Gain confidence in approaching strangers, crafting the light and capturing natural expressions.
Session 2 Get Your Camera Out - Knaresborough Photo Walk
Saturday 15 August
Knaresborough - 10am - 2 Hours
Andy Ainsworth
Now you've started taking photos, the next step is knowing what to look for. This session trains your eye to see the shot before you take it, and understand what makes an image work.
We'll keep it simple, focusing on framing, light and what's going on in the background. You'll also start working on portraits, photographing each other and getting comfortable with people in front of the camera. I'll guide you as we go with small adjustments that make a big difference.
Bring your camera or phone and we'll practice together.
Before the session, please watch this video for some inspiration: https://youtu.be/Cep1uW6lWQE?si=89zi4RBOFgHrJRyF
Session 3: Get Your Camera Out – Knaresborough Photo Walk
Saturday 12 September
Knaresborough - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Andy Ainsworth
Most people feel a bit uncomfortable photographing people. In this session we start simple: observing and shooting from a distance, then when you're ready we take that next step.
I'll show you how to approach people naturally, how to ask, and how to handle it if they say no. That's part of it, and it's nothing to worry about.
After a couple of goes, you'll start capturing real moments, real people, and real stories. Bring your camera or phone and we'll practice together.
Before the session, please watch this video for some inspiration: https://youtu.be/Cep1uW6lWQE?si=89zi4RBOFgHrJRyF
Session 4 Creating Strong Images Knaresborough Photo Walk
Saturday 10 October
Knaresborough - 10am - 2 Hours
Andy Ainsworth
This is where it all comes together. By now, you've built the confidence, you've learned how to see the shot now it's about refining it. In this session, we focus on creating stronger, more intentional imagesusing light, composition, and small adjustments that make a big difference. You'll take a shot we'll look at it together and then improve it there and then. It's not about taking more photos it's about taking better ones. By the end, you'll have images you're genuinely proud of and the confidence to keep going on your own. Participants bring their own camera and gear.
Before the session, please watch this video for some inspiration: https://youtu.be/Cep1uW6lWQE?si=89zi4RBOFgHrJRyF
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 07 June
Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT - 10am - 3 Hours
Anna Whitwam
Whether you're just starting out or want to get more comfortable with your camera, this relaxed and social walk is perfect for you! Guided by a professional photographer from Huddersfield, you'll explore Greenhead Park and learn tips for capturing stunning nature shots. Mobile phone photography is welcome too, everyone can join in and get creative.
Street Photography for Beginners
Saturday 20 June
Station Court
- 10am - 2.0 Hours
Matthew Dever
Learn the art of street photography in Doncaster town centre. This beginner-friendly meetup will cover techniques for capturing candid moments, interesting compositions, and the character of urban life. Suitable for all levels.
WWC Walk with Camera
Saturday 20 June
University of Leeds - 3:30pm - 2 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
This Walk With Camera explores Leeds city centre with a focus on urban and street photography. You'll receive practical, hands-on guidance on camera settings, composition and shooting angles as we walk and stop for short exercises. Bring your own camera beginners welcome. No equipment is provided.
Farnley Tyas Social Photography Walk
Sunday 21 June
Farnley Tyas, Huddersfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Anna Whitwam
Join us for a 2-hour social photography walk around the scenic Farnley Tyas. Perfect for beginners, hobbyists and walkers. Capture stunning landscapes, explore charming paths and fields, and receive helpful tips from a professional photographer. Plenty of stops to compose shots.
I Shoot it, You Shoot it
Sunday 05 July
Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Anna Whitwam
This session will have a wide variation of subjects and composition. The idea is that you shoot it, then I shoot it, demonstrating techniques. Join for a fun, interactive photography meetup at Greenhead Park.
Beginners Photography
Saturday 18 July
Cusworth - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Matthew Dever
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? This beginner-friendly 3-hour class covers manual settings, composition, and how to capture great images. Suitable for all levels.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Saturday 18 July
Wakefield City Centre - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 19 July
Beaumont Park, Huddersfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Anna Whitwam
Join us for a relaxed beginner's photography meetup. Perfect for those new to photography or looking to improve their skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Bring your camera or mobile phone and learn tips on composition, camera settings, and how to capture great photos of the local area.
Castle Hill Social Photography Walk
Sunday 02 August
Huddersfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Anna Whitwam
Enjoy a scenic walk around Castle Hill, while learning to capture beautiful landscapes, panoramas, and nature photography. Ideal for beginners, hobbyists, and mobile photographers alike, this meetup offers hands-on guidance from a professional photographer. Ask questions, receive tips, and practice techniques as we explore.
Street Photography Meetup
Saturday 15 August
University of Leeds - 3pm - 2 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 29 August
Trinity Street, Huddersfield, HD1 4DT - 11:30am - 3 Hours
Anna Whitwam
Whether you're just starting out or want to get more comfortable with your camera, this relaxed and social walk is perfect for you! Guided by a professional photographer from Huddersfield, you'll explore Greenhead Park and learn tips for capturing stunning nature shots. Mobile phone photography is welcome too, everyone can join in and get creative.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 19 September
Wakefield City Centre - 2:30pm - 3 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
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 step by step to help you learn about the basic camera settings, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, composition techniques and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Painting A Landscape In Acrylic Beginners
Sunday 07 June
Meanwood, Leeds - 1pm - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
An easy to follow session using acrylic to create a vibrant landscape
Painting Flowers In Watercolour For Beginners
Saturday 13 June
Meanwood, Leeds - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
A step by step guide to painting beautiful flowers in watercolour
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 13 June
Leeds City Centre - 10:32am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
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.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 27 June
Leeds City Centre - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
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.
Painting A Landscape In Watercolour
Saturday 27 June
Meanwood park - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
A relaxed guide to creating a landscape with washes of colour, suitable for beginners and those with some experience
Amigurumi
Saturday 04 July
Leeds City Centre - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
Ignite your imagination and enhance your crochet technique at our exclusive workshop centred around amigurumi crochet. Whether you dream of crafting a magnificent squishy plushie or smaller, delicate doll, we've got you covered. The beauty of this method is in its flexibility - you can create pieces as large or as small as you desire. Learn to read patterns, increase and decrease and sew pieces together.
Painting People The Easy Way With Acrylic
Saturday 11 July
Meanwood, Leeds - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Join us for a relaxed, beginner-friendly acrylic painting session where you'll learn to paint people the easy way. We'll cover simple techniques for faces, figures and composition, step by step. Suitable for beginners. Participants must bring their own materials including acrylic paints, brushes, paper or canvas, pencil, water jar and a folding chair.
Painting Birds in Watercolour
Saturday 25 July
Meanwood - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Join us for a beginner-friendly watercolour session painting birds. We'll guide you step by step in creating beautiful bird paintings. Participants must bring their own materials including watercolour paints, brushes, paper, pencil, water jar, and paper towels.
Painting A Seascape In Watercolour
Saturday 01 August
Valley Drive - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Painting a seascape in watercolour, easy to follow session for beginners and those with some experience
