Fun and Friendly Photography! Walks, workshops, tours.

Join us on an amazing day to photograph the world's most iconic prehistoric monument, Stonehenge, at golden hour & sunset!

We'll spend several hours on site, making the most of what nature has to offer as the light changes.

We'll be shooting from the north and east aspects of Stonehenge, which is the most attractive side and also perfect in winter as the sun sets in a south-westerly direction, thus giving us our best chances of colour in the sky!

Please note: Entry into Stonehenge itself isn't included (as not all participants wish to go in for closer shots). For those wishing to, the entry price is currently around £25, and you can book online through English Heritage (our ETA at Stonehenge is 1:30 PM). Message me if you require more details.

Situated on the Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, the early henge was built around 5,000 years ago & the unique stone circle was erected in the late Neolithic period, ~ 2,500 BC, with final modifications estimated to have been made around 1,500 BC. Stonehenge consists of an outer circle of 30 standing stones called "sarsens", which surround five huge stone arches in a horseshoe shape. There were also two circles made of smaller "bluestones" – one inside the outer circle & one inside the horseshoe – as well as four "station stones" positioned outside the central monument.

Don't have a telephoto lens & want to take some close-up pics like the sample shots? We've got you covered, as we'll have multiple camera setups and lenses available to borrow if requested (please let me know when booking). Just make sure you bring a spare blank SD card.

Recommended equipment:

• Walk around/kit lens (eg 18-55mm, 24-70mm, 18-105mm)
• Zoom lens – Recommended for close-ups on stones (eg 70-200mm, 70-300mm)
• Note – The focal length (full frame equivalent) sample images were taken between 35mm (long exposure shot), 70mm (all of Stonehenge), and 200mm (close-up of the stones).
• For those paying the extra for entry, a wide-angle lens is highly recommended. ie 16-35mm, 18-55mm, etc.
• Tripod – Recommended.
• Shutter trigger (wired (preferred), wireless/phone) – recommended for long exposures above 30 seconds for most cameras.
• ND Filters – optional (for any long exposures)

Included:

• Travel to and from central London (from Starbucks, Unit 1A Euston Tower, NW1 3DP), in our comfortable 8-seat vehicle
• Photographic tuition
• Camera and lens setups to borrow if required (bring a spare, blank SD card)
• Battery charging facilities if required (bring your USB or wall plug charger)

Not included:
Food and drink (tearoom & facilities available at Stonehenge on arrival)
Entrance within Stonehenge (we'll be photographing from the boundary at sunset as public access within the grounds closes)

Important Note: Please dress for the weather (and then bring extra!). Multiple layers, a hat, and gloves are strongly recommended. Also, bring a waterproof jacket/umbrella just in case, and wear appropriate footwear for walking. Stonehenge is on an exposed open plain with no cover, so bring an extra layer to protect from the wind. DRESS WARM!

Where we'll meet:
We'll meet at Starbucks Coffee, Unit 1A Euston Tower Podium, Regents Place, London NW1 3DP, at 11:00 am & and we'll talk about what to expect on the day and go through previous photos and discuss settings, composition, etc.
We'll be leaving Starbucks at 11:20 AM & expect to return to London around 7:00-8:00 PM (depending on traffic, of course).

Please make sure you check TFL to arrive at the meeting point on time as we will have to leave exactly at 11:20 am sharp. Unfortunately, refunds will not be given if you are late, hence our meeting time is a full 20 minutes before our departure. Please be sure you can attend before RSVPing yes, as refunds can only be given if your place is taken by another participant. Thank you.

Guaranteed Departure.

All payments are FULLY PROTECTED by our insurance, as we are a fully licenced and insured tour operator.

Join us on an amazing 𝟓 𝐝𝐚𝐲 / 𝟒 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 tour to explore the picturesque 𝐉𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 with a small group - max 5 participants only - including all transport in our dedicated 8 seat vehicle, photographic tuition including a set of Kase filters to use, and accommodation - your own room in a lovely house just for us!

We'll be including world-famous landscapes such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove plus some infrequently visited gems such as two stunning Beech tree avenues, plus a picturesque castle so there'll be a variety of unique locations on offer.

As a bonus - as if the incredible scenery isn't enough - the best filter company in the business, 𝐊𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬, is kindly providing multiple sets of their Pro filters so you can get the most out of this amazing workshop! (over £3,000 worth!)

We'll also be keeping an eye on cloud cover at night to see if we can do any opportunistic astrophotography as well. Since we're staying so close to Durdle Door we'll have the opportunity to photograph this amazing natural arch at sunrise, during the day, at sunset, and at night!

Join us for this rare photographic workshop to capture The Shard and the full moon together!

Clear skies are forecasted for tonight!

Been to this event previously? DM me for a discounted price.

We'll provide expert knowledge and practical help to get correctly exposed images, plus how you can edit them afterwards.

Plus, we'll be lucky enough to have multiple attempts at getting the shot! (if we're quick, that is)

𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮❜𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧:
• Settings and technique
• How to process your photos in standard software (eg Lightroom)
• Advanced software options to increase image quality
• Hands-on experience with super telephoto photography

𝐘𝐨𝐮❜𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝:

1. A minimum focal length of 300mm, but preferably 500mm (full frame equivalent). If you are full frame with a 200-500mm, 150-600mm, or have a cropped-sensor camera with 300mm+, those are ideal.
2. A tripod (preferably sturdy)
3. A wired/remote trigger (preferred) to minimise camera shake or be able to set a 5-10 second shutter delay on your camera.
4. To be able to turn off autofocus on your camera/lens.

Regarding focal length. The above shot was at 700mm, but not cropped in at all. If your camera has ~20MP or greater, you should be able to crop in with ~300mm to get a similar shot. I'll have some equipment to share to help those who need it. Please ask if required before booking.

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: (please request when booking)
1 x Nikon 1.4x teleconverter (F mount)
1 x Nikon 2.0x teleconverter (F mount)
1 x Canon 1.4 teleconverter (EF mount)
1 x Canon 100-400mm lens (EF mount)
Note: Teleconverters do not work with all lenses. Please check Google beforehand to avoid disappointment.

𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: Clear skies can be difficult to predict, but this workshop date is not subject to change. The workshop will be confirmed as going ahead on the morning of the event. Our criteria will be <30-40% cloud cover as forecasted by the Clear Outside app for our location. Should the weather change at the last minute and any participants are unable to take shots, they will be able to attend a future Let's Shoot the Moon! (non-Shard) workshop for free to obtain moon images.

𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
Central London location. Full details will be provided a few days before the event.

Note: This event is combined with 3 other photography Meetup groups that I run, so I'll update RSVP numbers accordingly (ie myself +3 will mean 3 members from other groups attending).

We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us as we visit two of the photographic jewels of medieval England, the landscaped gardens of Scotney Castle and the picturesque Bodiam Castle in West Sussex!

Bodiam Castle:
Constructed in 1385 to help protect against invasion from the French during the Hundred Years War, this impressive example of a moated castle provides us with plentiful composition opportunities to take advantage of the beautiful symmetrical reflections available in the wide moat.

We'll also explore behind the castle walls and ascend the towers to admire the view of the surrounding countryside. Our visit will be timed so we can take advantage of being able to photograph the exterior after the tourists have left, allowing us to capture some iconic shots that would be difficult otherwise.

"Set in the heart of a historic landscape, with spiral staircases, battlements, and a portcullis, 14th century Bodiam Castle is one of Britain's most picturesque and romantic ancient monuments. Windows where arrows were once loosed, a tower that was once a lookout, and ruins that were once walked upon by knights; this is a place where you can relive your childhood memories and let your imagination run riot.
In the impressive gatehouse is the castle's original wooden portcullis, an extremely rare example of its kind and, beyond into the courtyard, enough of the interior ruins survive to give an impression of castle life."

We'll also visit 12th-century Scotney Castle, a picturesque country castle ruins set in the landscaped gardens of a manor estate.

Scotney Castle:
"In the 1830s Edward's grandson, Edward Hussey III, transformed the estate. He hired architect Anthony Salvin to build a new house at the top of the hill overlooking the valley. Edward Hussey III had the imagination to transform the Old Castle into a ruin to act as the focus of his new landscape garden.
As a result of his vision, Scotney Castle is now celebrated as one of the most significant survivals of a complete Picturesque landscape."

Recommended Equipment

• Walk around/kit lens
• Wide-angle lens
• Tripod – optional (recommended for long exposures - we'll have two to borrow if needed)
• ND Filters – optional (for long exposures – we have sets available to borrow - courtesy of Kase filters)

Note: This tour is also suitable for "phone-only" photographers

Included:

• Entry to Bodium Castle & Scotney Castle.
• Travel to and from central London (from Starbucks, Unit 1A Euston Tower, NW1 3DP), in our comfortable 8-seat vehicle.
• Photographic tuition.
• Camera and lens setups to borrow if required (bring a blank SD card)
• Battery charging facilities if required (just bring your USB or wall plug charger)

Not included:

• Food and drink (tearooms are available at both castles)

Note: Please dress for the weather. Layers, hat, etc. It is England after all, so bring a waterproof jacket/umbrella just in case and wear appropriate footwear for walking.

Where we'll meet:
We'll meet at Starbucks Coffee, Unit 1A Euston Tower Podium, Regents Place, London NW1 3DP, at 9:30 am and we'll talk about what to expect on the day and go through previous photos and discuss settings, composition, etc. We'll be leaving Starbucks at 9:45 am and expect to return to London between 6:00-7:00 pm.

Please make sure you check TFL to arrive at the meeting point on time as we will have to leave at 9:45 am sharp. Please be sure you can attend before RSVPing yes, as refunds can only be given if your place is taken by another participant. Thank you.

Note: This event is combined with other photography Meetup groups that I run, so I'll update RSVP numbers accordingly (ie myself +3 will mean 3 members from other groups attending).