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Upcoming Events

Winter Garden Glory Meetup

Winter Garden Glory Meetup

Saturday 23 November
Jermyns Ln, Romsey SO51 0QA - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Whilst the riotous colours and glorious hues of a garden in summer might have died away there is still so much to photograph in the winter! We'll focus on using the available light, on creative composition and explore the moody delights that come from the natural decay in the cycle of the seasons.
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£26      
Winter Light Photography

Winter Light Photography

Saturday 14 December
Buckler's Hard, Beaulieu - 2pm - 3 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Bundle up and lets explore in the cold and capture the cozy and subtlety of the lighting seen in this winter.

In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the beauty and magic of the winter season through photography.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including composition, exposure, and lighting. We will cover topics such as using natural light to create a mood, capturing the sparkle of snow and ice, and experimenting with different angles and perspectives to create striking images.
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£67       3 places left
Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Saturday 11 January
Palmerston Rd, Southampton - 2pm - 3 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Whether you are photographing people or plants, making memories or making art knowing how to use your camera is key.The class will give you the knowledge you need to expose, to compose and to create the images you have always wanted to. Learn the basics of photography including using manual camera settings for perfect exposure and tips for good composition. The session will look at ways to improve composition using light, colour and perspective.
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£67      

Photographing Architecture Meetup

Photographing Architecture Meetup

Saturday 01 February
Southampton City Centre - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
This meetup will be the chance to understand some of the key elements of photographing architecture & buildings. As always we'll think about composition, exposure and explore ways to bring some creativity to the subject!
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£26      
Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Saturday 22 March
Palmerston Rd, Southampton - 2pm - 3 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Whether you are photographing people or plants, making memories or making art knowing how to use your camera is key.The class will give you the knowledge you need to expose, to compose and to create the images you have always wanted to. Learn the basics of photography including using manual camera settings for perfect exposure and tips for good composition. The session will look at ways to improve composition using light, colour and perspective.
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£67      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Sunday 10 November
Southsea, Portsmouth - 10am - 3 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
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.
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£67       3 places left
50mm Lens Meetup

50mm Lens Meetup

Saturday 16 November
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
The 50mm lens is one of the flexible and useful lenses in any photographer’s gear bag. It is neither a wide-angle or telephoto lens, but allows the camera to see on the same scale as your eye. As such, it can be used for a variety of styles, from landscape and street photography to portrait and product photography. In this meetup, we’ll review the basic camera settings. We’ll then cover some of the advantages of shooting with a prime lens, and some basic techniques to using the 50mm lens. As always, there will be ample opportunities for you to put your new knowledge into practice.
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£26      
Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Saturday 16 November
Guildhall Square, Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we will capture compelling images that tell stories about daily life. The area has a mix of modern street art and classic architecture and this will be both a subject and backdrop for candid shooting. The session will be suitable for all levels of experience and a smartphone will serve just as well as a digital camera. Topics covered will include -

- Developing an eye for interesting subjects and scenes in urban settings.
- Master the use of light, composition, and timing in street photography.
- Exploring creative techniques to add a unique touch to your street photographs.
- Gaining confidence in shooting candidly in public spaces.
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£26      

Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 16 November
Surrey Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Ahsan Ali
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 23 November
Surrey Road - 10am - 3 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Ahsan Ali
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

Saturday 07 December
Surrey Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Ahsan Ali
Whether you wish to up your selfie game 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.
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£26      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 07 December
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 11am - 3 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
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       4 places left
Visual Storytelling: Effective Documentary Photography Meetup

Visual Storytelling: Effective Documentary Photography Meetup

Sunday 08 December
Broad St, Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this session we well explore how to create compelling visual stories through candid moments, scene setting, and impactful imagery. The end result will be a photo essay depicting the location in a series of images using different photographic techniques and styles. Photographic equipment isn't essential and a smartphone will serve just as well as a digital camera for this session.
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£26      
HMS Warrior at Sunset and Christmas Lights

HMS Warrior at Sunset and Christmas Lights

Saturday 14 December
Portsmouth Central Gunwharf Quays - 3:30pm - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this session we will meet by HMS Warrior in Queen Street half an hour before sunset during 'The Golden Hour.' After capturing this stunning scene we will head into Gunwharf Quays where the Christmas lights and Festive markets will give plenty of opportunities to practise low-light and night photography as well as street photography.
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£26      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 04 January
Sturt Road, Frimley Green - 10am - 3 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
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      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 11 January
Surrey Road - 10am - 3 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Ahsan Ali
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      
Make the Most of the Coast Meetup

Make the Most of the Coast Meetup

Saturday 11 January
Eastney - 10pm - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
A beach location is perfect for photography due to its raw, natural beauty and the variety of textures available. Elements like fishing boats, rusty chains, and debris add character and tell a story of time and nature's effects. These subjects, often weathered by saltwater and wind, offer incredible texture and contrast that can be accentuated through black and white photography. The rust on chains or the peeling paint on boats brings out rugged details, perfect for monochrome imagery, where shadows and highlights become more pronounced. Beach photography also allows for creative compositions, from close-up shots of decaying materials to expansive landscapes with a moody, atmospheric feel.
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£26      

Other Nearby Groups

Home Decor: Christmas Holiday Crochet Class

Home Decor: Christmas Holiday Crochet Class

Saturday 16 November
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Southampton Crochet Club
Radhika Taneja
Get into the festive spirit with our Home Decor: Christmas Holiday Crochet Class! Transform your home into a winter wonderland with handmade crochet decorations that will dazzle your guests and warm your heart. Perfect for those who've attended our Beginner's Crochet Class or have some basic skills, this class offers a jolly crafting experience for all enthusiasts. We'll provide the hook, yarn, and a refreshing non-alcoholic drink to keep your creativity merry and bright. Full event details will be shared upon booking confirmation. Join us for a fun-filled session and crochet your way to a cozy and festive home this holiday season!
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£46      
Tonal Drawing and Painting

Tonal Drawing and Painting

Saturday 23 November
Chapel Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Enhance your creative skills in drawing and shading. Learn the proper tone in shading and color that will help create depth in artwork.
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£26      
Seascape Painting Meetup Open Medium

Seascape Painting Meetup Open Medium

Saturday 30 November
Gunwharf Quays - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Dive into creativity at our Seascape Painting Meetup, where you'll capture the beauty of ocean scenes using your preferred medium. Open to all skill levels. Join fellow art enthusiasts to enhance your techniques and express your love for the sea.Note Bring your supplies. Materials are not provided.
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£26      

Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 14 December
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Southampton Crochet Club
Radhika Taneja
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.
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£50      
Urban Sketch

Urban Sketch

Saturday 28 December
Above Bar St. - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
This meet-up is for people who are interested in sketching urban scenes by using a pen (mostly fountain pen or calligraphic pens) Learn how to draw perspective drawing with a pen to capture what you see surrounding the urban scene.
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£26      
Granny Squares

Granny Squares

Saturday 04 January
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Southampton Crochet Club
Radhika Taneja
Ready to create stunning granny square blankets or elevate your crochet skills? Join our fun-filled class! Learn the basics of granny square crochet and unleash your creativity. Reserve your spot now for full details upon booking.
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£46      

Watercolor Landscape

Watercolor Landscape

Saturday 18 January
Hanover Buildings - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Explore a unique opportunity and your artistic potential while enjoying the beauty of nature. Experience the therapeutic effects of painting in nature, away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
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£26      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 25 January
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Southampton Crochet Club
Radhika Taneja
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.
book now
£50      
Beginner's Painting Class

Beginner's Painting Class

Saturday 25 January
Willis Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Unlock your artistic potential with our Beginner's Painting Class! Join us for a creative journey where you'll learn fundamental techniques, unleash your imagination, and paint your masterpiece. No experience is required just bring your enthusiasm, and let the brush strokes begin!
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£26      

Corner to Corner (C2C)

Corner to Corner (C2C)

Saturday 15 February
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Southampton Crochet Club
Radhika Taneja
Corner-to-corner crochet, or C2C, is a fun and relaxing crochet technique where you begin in one corner and work small ‘blocks' along the diagonal to the other corner. Working this technique means that you can create almost any image by using a graph containing the image that you want to crochet. By the end of class you will be able to make a C2C heart sampler.
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£46      
Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 15 February
Hanover Buildings - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
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.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
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£26      
Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Saturday 22 February
Willis Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Explore the beauty of nature through acrylic painting! Join our engaging art class on Painting Landscapes with Acrylics and discover the techniques to capture scenic vistas on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this class offers step-by-step guidance to create stunning landscapes. Learn color mixing, brush techniques, and composition to bring your landscapes to life. Unleash your creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. Enroll today and start painting your favorite landscapes with confidence!
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£26      

ABOUT SOUTHAMPTON
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 Southampton .

  • 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.

    Join the Southampton Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Great thought provoking exercises
    5/5
    Tracey
    2024-10-07
    Excellent Nikki explained every thing clearly and in a relaxed and informative way. Especially the ICM technique. It was fun and informative. This is my second session with Nikki and I highly recommend.
    5/5
    Richard
    2024-10-07
    Good location, great tuition as usual
    5/5
    Tracey
    2024-07-29

    Overall, I really enjoyed the event. Micheal was a good lead fun and knowledgeable. He put some structure in with some exercises which I thought was helpful. Suggested intentional camera movement and sun flares to me neither of which I?ve done much of before which I enjoyed.
    4/5
    Neil
    2024-05-27
    Great event, with some thought provoking ideas
    5/5
    Tracey
    2024-05-20
    We very much enjoyed the session. Very relaxed and informative. Niki was very helpful and patient with us learning our camera settings and suggested some creative ideas and different ways of looking at the forest.
    5/5
    Helen
    2024-04-24

    Another great location and again Nikki was very helpful and where need shared good guidance. The group was made up of folk with different experiences but this was not a problem.
    5/5
    David
    2024-04-22
    The event was very helpful and informative. Niki answered all questions and was excellent with helping me get the best out of my camera. Definitely recommend.
    5/5
    Sean
    2024-04-09
    The event was excellent Nikki explained the subject very clearly and concise. Her natural ability as a communicator shone through and her flare and knowledge were excellent. I will certainly be booking more sessions, as she gave me the confidence and inspiration to continue. Thank you
    5/5
    Richard
    2024-04-02

    Great event with good ideas
    5/5
    Tracey
    2024-04-01
    Another good day. Thanks to Nikki for her guidance/suggestions about looking for things from a different perspective.
    5/5
    David
    2024-03-12
    Excellent as usual
    5/5
    Tracey
    2024-03-11

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Nikki Wileman
    Nikki has been photographing for 30 years and has experience of shooting a wide range of subjects with a preference for nature and landscape. She focuses on making striking images with an emphasis on the use of light and colour in composition.

    Nikki Wileman is available for private bookings

    Available evenings / alternate weekends for private tutoring.

    PHOTOS
    Southampton Photography Group
    2024-08-05
    Title or Location: Hilliers gardens Romsey
    Photo taken on a flower photography workshop with Niki .taken on a cloudy afternoon.I was practicing using manual settings to take more control .Shot on a canon 80D on manual ,F2.8 ,iso100 , 1/1600.also underexposed .I like the blurred out background and highlighting the flower.
    Credit: Teresa lewis

    Southampton Photography Group
    2024-08-05
    Title or Location: Garden in Dorset
    Friendly robin eyeing us up, hoping for some of our cake.
    Credit: Liz Greenway
    Southampton Photography Group
    2024-07-29
    Title or Location: Disneyland Paris
    Obitron Flying MachinesDidneyland is known to be a bright, fun destination, but I was keen to show an alternative, darker side.We had just passed through Nutilus, and as we exited the attraction I noticed this view across the water. ISO 100, 50mm, F4.0, 1/500s
    Credit: Matthew Weeks
    Instagram: @warhound_matt

    Southampton Photography Group
    2024-05-13
    Title or Location: Below Bar Southampton.
    Thanks for the request to upload my photo, My Name is Dale im from Southampton and was in the city on 27th March 2024 taking some street photography, The photo was taken with the small sony RX100 VI that i had just purchased and was trying it out. Taken at 9mm F/4 1/000 iso100. I removed the cars parked on the road both sides with Adobe in post processing and thought it looked better in B&W .Many Thanks. Dale.
    Credit: Dale

    Southampton Photography Group
    2024-05-13
    Title or Location: Embley lake Romsey
    Photo taken while I was fishing. In the town of Romsey. I always take my camera with me.
    Credit: Lukasz Kalisio
    Southampton Photography Group
    2024-04-29
    Title or Location: Ornamental Drive - New Forest
    Stepping outside of my comfort zone again. I arrived about 45 mins before the group was due to meet to look around. I have to say I struggled to see what to shoot due to the light and not the sort of environment I would normally go to shoot. Once the other members of the group arrived and we were being guided by Nikki I started to look around and not just at the trees. I was struck by the bright yellow flower, green leaves and a natural dark background. The only post processing was to sharp
    Credit: David Penfold

    Plymouth Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: Lukesland Garden
    Taken at Lukesland Gardens at Ivybridge,i love these Porcelain Fungus when you get the light shining through them thjey look gorgeous. These wher growing in a cut leaf birch Tree ,buy sadley they have gone now as i went last weekend.Lukesland is worth a visit especially now with all the autumn colour.
    Credit: Jeremy Willcocks LRPS
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.willcocks/
    Instagram: Jeremy Willcocks
    Warrington Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: Johnson?s Farm , Old Hurst Huntington.
    We were attending a sporting event at Grafham Water and decided to make a weekend of it. The receptionist at our hotel recommended that we visit a farm that had unusual animals for a farm! And they did! I couldn?t take my eyes off this magnificent pair.
    Credit: Jackie Roach
    Perth Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: Sugarloaf Rock - Western Australia
    I was waiting for the night fall to take the setting Milky Way. The day wasn?t clear so I wasn?t planning on taking any sunset photos. As I was looking for a composition I saw the small pathway between two boulders leading down. Also the small rocks kinda positioned in as lines leading to the main subject - sugarloaf rocks. As the sun goes down towards the horizon golden light started hitting the rocks giving a golden colour to them. I decided that it was a moment I couldn?t miss so started shoo
    Credit: Sash Rodrigo
    Facebook: Sash Rodrigo
    Instagram: Sash_r_photography

    Riverside Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: My living room.
    ?Golden Hour Golden? This photo was taken of my golden retriever during golden hour. The light hits my balcony and living room perfectly. Gear and settings below:Camera: R6 iiLens: 85mm 1.4 L series ISO: 400Aperture: 1.4 Shutter: 1/160thEdited in Lightroom Classic. Likely edit, did not have to tweak color.
    Credit: Johnathan Cane
    Durham Photography Group
    2024-11-04
    Title or Location: Edinburgh 26.10.2024
    photo taken in Edinburgh in one of the city parks, I was visiting with the intention of taking a few photos on the autumn theme. The photographic equipment used was a canon eos 7D mark 2 and a Canon EF 70 - 300 mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM lens. I took the photo from the ground to capture the right angle of view and perspectives, significantly reflecting the dynamics of the shot.
    Credit: Konrad Sojka
    Christchurch Photography Group
    2024-11-04
    Title or Location: On the banks of the Waikuku Beach Rd Lagoon
    Nesting time and very accommodating regards the closeness' to them for the shot.
    Credit: Chris Farmer
    Facebook: Chris Farmer
    Instagram: Farmdoggmedia34

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