About us
You take yourself and a camera to a designated meeting place to meet up with other photographers, then venture out into an area and snap away! Walk around taking pictures for a couple of hours, then gather at a place and compare, share, discuss, and have a good time.
Aim: Photography is the main aim of this "walk". Subjects may include architecture, landscape, macro, and portraiture (both candid and arranged). There will be learning exercises and some teaching (Workshops) if needed.
Is this Photowalk for me? This Photowalk is for you if the answer is ‘Yes’ to any of the below questions;
Have you recently bought a Camera and wondering what to do with it? Still, clicking in Auto Mode and getting basic-quality images? Are the photographic jargon like Shutter speed, Aperture, ISO and Exposure Metering confusing? Are you planning to buy a camera and looking for tips and ideas to click better photos? Do you have a reasonable knowledge of photography and want to make friends for future photoshoots?
Benefits of joining us on a photo walk: It's an area you're already familiar with; being there with a group of creative people can help you see things in ways you hadn't noticed before. Or if it's an unfamiliar area, you can get to know the area with other people who may have lived there all their lives! But the best part is meeting fellow photographers, making new friends, and having fun!
What do you need to bring? Yourself and a camera. It doesn't matter what kind. If you want to come with a cell phone, go for it. Suppose you want to show up with a top-of-the-line camera and an assortment of lenses and accessories, Great. Just remember that it is a photo walk, so you'll be carrying what you bring with you the entire time. I recommend bringing fairly minimal, versatile gear, so you don't have to change lenses every five minutes—a bottle of water to walk more.
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Upcoming events
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Bray Head Photowalk
Cliff Walk Car Park, Bray, https://maps.app.goo.gl/p3ttqCuqy4ko7fF78, Bray, IEWe’ll explore the dramatic coastal trails and panoramic viewpoints of Bray Head, one of the most visually rewarding walks near Dublin. From woodland paths and rugged cliff edges to expansive sea views and the iconic summit cross, this walk offers endless opportunities to work with light, texture, scale, and storytelling.
The goal is simple: slow down, observe carefully, and shoot with intention.
Along the route, we’ll experiment with composition, exposure, timing, landscape framing, candid moments, and using natural light in constantly changing outdoor conditions.***
## 📍 Meeting Point
Raheen Car Park, Bray Head
📅 Saturday, 23 May 2026
🕒 10:00 hrs***
### What to expect
- A relaxed photowalk through Bray Head Looped Walk
- Coastal landscapes, woodland trails, cliff views, textures, and candid moments
- Practical, real-time photography tips while shooting
- Opportunities to experiment with composition, exposure, movement, and perspective
- A casual post-walk coffee session to review shots and exchange ideas
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### About the walk
The Bray Head Loop is one of Wicklow’s most scenic coastal walks, offering spectacular views across Bray, Dublin Bay, the Irish Sea, and the Wicklow Mountains.
The route combines woodland trails, dirt paths, rocky sections, and open cliffside viewpoints. The climb to the summit cross is relatively short but steep in places, with some uneven terrain and light scrambling near the top.
On a clear day, visibility stretches for miles, making this an excellent location for landscape photography and learning how to work with depth, scale, and changing natural light.
Walk details- Grade: Moderate
- Distance: ~5.5 km loop
- Terrain: Uneven trails, rocky sections, woodland paths
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### This is for you if you want to
✅ Get more comfortable using your camera beyond Auto
✅ Understand shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and exposure in real situations
✅ Improve landscape and outdoor composition
✅ Learn how to work with changing weather and natural light
✅ Meet other photographers and creative people***
### Benefits
- Experience Bray differently by actively observing instead of just walking
- Learn faster through practical shooting rather than passive tutorials
- Build confidence shooting outdoors in unpredictable conditions
- Get feedback and inspiration from other photographers
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### What to bring
📷 Any camera (phones are absolutely fine)
👟 Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
☔ Weather-appropriate clothing
💧 Water/snacks
💰 Money for coffee or food after the walk***
### Weather note
If conditions are too poor or unsafe for the hike, we’ll still meet in Bray and turn the session into a photography discussion and photo review meetup instead of cancelling.
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### Important
🔔 This is a casual, peer-led meetup. You are responsible for your own safety and equipment.
Some sections of the trail are uneven and can become muddy or slippery after rain. Please assess your own fitness and comfort level before joining.
Dogs are welcome but should remain on a lead.***
### Leave No Trace / Outdoor Ethics
Please help keep the trail enjoyable for everyone:
- Dispose of waste properly
- Respect wildlife and nature
- Be considerate of walkers and cyclists
- Leave what you find
- Keep dogs on a lead
- Respect local residents and trail users
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### GDPR / Consent
By joining, you consent to being photographed by other participants.
Always ask permission before photographing identifiable individuals outside the group. Respect refusals. Extra care is required when photographing minors.***
### Transport / Carpool
Need a lift or want to share a ride?
You can join our WhatsApp group to coordinate transport with other participants, ask for a lift, or arrange carpooling.6 attendees
Past events
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