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Upcoming Events

Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Saturday 10 May
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      
Walk with Camera

Walk with Camera

Saturday 31 May
Lepe, Southampton SO45 1AD - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Sometimes the best photography sessions are unplanned and spontaneous. This meetup will be a fun and relaxed walk with our cameras with the opportunity to photograph a variety of topics including seascape, nature, wildlife, details and abstracts.
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£26      
Creative Forest Photography Meetup

Creative Forest Photography Meetup

Saturday 21 June
Brockenhurst, United Kingdom - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
The forest is a much-photographed subject and photogenic in any season providing endless subject matter. This session will give the opportunity to explore the forest and the impact that framing, depth of field, use of light and colour can have, as well as to wander through some of the tallest trees in the New Forest.
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£26      

Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Saturday 19 July
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.
book now
£72      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 09 August
Calshot, England - 2pm - 2 Hours
Nikki Wileman
Sometimes the best photography sessions are unplanned and spontaneous. This meetup will be a fun and relaxed walk with our cameras with the opportunity to photograph a variety of topics, including landscape, seascape, nature, wildlife, landscape, details and abstract .
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£28      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 03 May
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.
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£67      
Countryside Photography : A Practical Workshop for Capturing Landscapes & Nature

Countryside Photography : A Practical Workshop for Capturing Landscapes & Nature

Sunday 04 May
Havant - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
Explore the art of countryside photography in a breathtaking lakeside setting. In this meetup a the rolling parkland of Staunton I'll guide you through essential techniques for photographing tranquil waters, elegant swans, and the diverse colours and textures of trees and plants. You'll learn to frame scenes with creativity and confidence while enjoying the natural beauty of the beautiful landscape of this unique location . A perfect escape for anyone who loves nature and wants to capture its magic through their lens or with a smartphone.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class Photographing Nature scapes

Beginner's Photography Class Photographing Nature scapes

Saturday 10 May
Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve - 10am - 3 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Anna Kenny
A camera is your tool to help you see the world. In this beginners class, we will photograph the beautiful Stanpit Marsh nature reserve, which has a variety of wildlife, habitats and views over Christchurch. Here, we will learn to photograph nature from open landscapes to individual species, showcasing the stunning ecosystems and nature-scapes around us.
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£67       5 places left

Visual Storytelling Effective Documentary Photography Meetup

Visual Storytelling Effective Documentary Photography Meetup

Saturday 10 May
Havant - 11am - 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      
Visual Storytelling: Effective Documentary Photography Meetup

Visual Storytelling: Effective Documentary Photography Meetup

Saturday 17 May
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      
Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 17 May
Godalming - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.

The class will start when the insects are more active. So be ready to explore and capture breathe-taking macro images.
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£28      

Colours of Spring Photography Meetup

Colours of Spring Photography Meetup

Saturday 24 May
Lower Gardens - 12pm - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Anna Kenny
Spring photography is a beautiful way to capture the renewal of life that comes with the arrival of spring. Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We'll be looking at composition, focus and colour in this Spring season!
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£26      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 31 May
Guildford GU4 8PZ, UK - 10am - 2 Hours
Farnborough Photography Group
Nikita Piven
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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£26      
Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Sunday 01 June
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      

The Art of Pride: Street Photography in Motion

The Art of Pride: Street Photography in Motion

Saturday 07 June
Southsea, Portsmouth - 12pm - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
Portsmouth is host to this fantastic event again in 2025. A parade led by drummers starts at 11.30 along the Seafront so we can capture the party atmosphere and follow along to Castle Field where the main event takes place. The costumes, flags, and decorations will provide a colourful palette and the relaxed and inclusive atmosphere will allow us to capture genuine moments of connection and emotion. With its dynamic energy and diverse stories, a Pride march offers endless opportunities for creative and impactful street photography.
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£26      
Seascapes Photography Meetup

Seascapes Photography Meetup

Saturday 07 June
Hengistbury Head - 3pm - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Photography Group
Anna Kenny
There's something grounding about photographing the sea, the movement, the light, the way the landscape shifts even in stillness. For this Seascapes Photography Meetup, we'll explore how to capture that atmosphere. It's not about perfection, it's about presence, noticing the details, experimenting with perspective, and letting the coast inspire your frame.
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£26      
Capturing Time: Photography in Historic Settings

Capturing Time: Photography in Historic Settings

Saturday 14 June
Fort Nelson - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we'll capture the history and atmosphere of this unique historic location. We'll explore striking compositions featuring cannons, historic weapons, and rugged architectural details. Under Jon's guidance, you'll learn black-and-white photography skills and refine your documentary-style techniques, creating compelling visual narratives that echo the past.
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£26      

Other Nearby Groups

Architectural Drawing and Painting

Architectural Drawing and Painting

Saturday 03 May
Chapel Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
In this session, we will learn architectural drawing and painting with the study of perspective and it's types.
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£26      
Elaborate with Your Imagination: Abstract Painting Workshop

Elaborate with Your Imagination: Abstract Painting Workshop

Saturday 03 May
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Art Group
Ahana Byregowda
This workshop is about stepping beyond the rules and letting your creativity take charge. Using a huge canvas, broad brushstrokes, and fluid acrylic paints, you'll explore the raw, expressive power of abstract painting. Whether you want to create something soft and ethereal or bold and dramatic, this session is all about movement, intuition, and translating emotion into colour and form.
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£26       4 places left
Amigurumi 101

Amigurumi 101

Saturday 10 May
The Polygon - 10am - 3 Hours
Southampton Crochet Club
Radhika Taneja
Perfect for those who've already done our popular Beginners Class! Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, cute creatures. You will learn the basics of Amigurumi and start on an easy amigurumi heart project during the class.

All our classes include crochet materials and instruction as well as a non-alcoholic drink during the class.
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£46      

Flower Painting Meetup  Acrylic

Flower Painting Meetup Acrylic

Saturday 10 May
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Exploring a delightful afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Surrounded by fresh flowers, you'll have plenty of inspiration to create your masterpiece. Study of flowers creating details through color and brush stocks.
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£26      
Life Sketching

Life Sketching

Saturday 17 May
Commercial Road, Portsmouth City Center - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Life sketching, with a focus on quick sketching, is a dynamic and essential art session that centers on capturing the essence of a subject in rapid strokes. Participants learn to observe and interpret the world around them with speed and spontaneity. Through live models or dynamic scenes, artists train their eyes and hands to work in harmony, translating the fluidity of life onto paper.This session encourages artists to embrace imperfections, emphasizing gesture, movement, and emotion over intricate details.Quick sketching not only improves artistic skills but also sharpens one's ability to perceive and respond to the world, making it a vital exercise for any aspiring artist.
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£26      
Seascape at the Beach: Mixed Media Meetup

Seascape at the Beach: Mixed Media Meetup

Saturday 17 May
Ensbury Avenue, Bournemouth - 11am - 2 Hours
Bournemouth Art Group
Ahana Byregowda
In this hands-on workshop, we'll be bringing the beauty of the sea to the canvas, using a combination of acrylics, palette knives, and textured elements to create a realistic shoreline. From the deep blues of the ocean to the frothy waves and golden sands, you'll explore how to blend colours, build texture, and use different tools to achieve that perfect coastal feel.
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£26      

Beginners Acrylic Class

Beginners Acrylic Class

Saturday 24 May
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Join our Beginners Acrylic Class and explore the vibrant world of acrylic painting with step-by-step guidance. Perfect for all skill levels, this fun and relaxed session will help you unleash your creativity on canvas!
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£26      
Life Sketching

Life Sketching

Saturday 31 May
Bernard St - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Life sketching, with a focus on quick sketching, is a dynamic and essential art session that centers on capturing the essence of a subject in rapid strokes. Participants learn to observe and interpret the world around them with speed and spontaneity. Through live models or dynamic scenes, artists train their eyes and hands to work in harmony, translating the fluidity of life onto paper.This session encourages artists to embrace imperfections, emphasizing gesture, movement, and emotion over intricate details.Quick sketching not only improves artistic skills but also sharpens one's ability to perceive and respond to the world, making it a vital exercise for any aspiring artist.
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£26      
Seascape Painting with Acrylic

Seascape Painting with Acrylic

Saturday 14 June
Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Immerse yourself in the art of seascape painting with acrylics, capturing the beauty of waves and horizons. This meetup welcomes all skill levels to explore techniques, colors, and creativity inspired by the ocean.
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£26      

Flower Painting Meetup  (Acrylic)

Flower Painting Meetup (Acrylic)

Saturday 28 June
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Exploring a delightful afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Surrounded by fresh flowers, you'll have plenty of inspiration to create your masterpiece. Study of flowers creating details through color and brush stocks.
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£26      
Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Saturday 12 July
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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£28      
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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    The whole flower photography event was absolutely worthwhile from the location to expert advice provided by Nikki. The group made it enjoyable and for Nikki to provide guidance as to how I could use manual was the next step in my learning experience. I will certainly be looking out for other events being run by Nikki.
    5/5
    Neil
    2025-04-15
    Very enjoyable and social camera day. Nikki is an excellent host and organiser.
    5/5
    Paul
    2025-04-14
    Great afternoon out with good tips provided
    5/5
    Tracey
    2025-04-14

    The event was fine. It is important to mention that I am starting to learn how to take photograph and this session helped me to clarify the steps I need to take to learn this art. Next I will join the beginners' session and I am hoping to buy a camera.
    5/5
    Francisco
    2025-03-17
    It was a hands on opportunity to improve my photography. The leader was friendly and helpful.
    4/5
    Patricia
    2025-02-22
    Able to take plenty of pictures and Nikki made time to come round and give us feedback on the images we'd taken and how to improve
    5/5
    Natalie
    2025-02-03

    Excellent this was my third meet up run by Nikki very well organised and her experience and knowledge is superb. I have always struggled with group learning but Nikki encourages creativity which is something I am starting to get to grasp. I appreciate that she encourages this and that she is always able to get the best out of me . A very rewarding learning experience. Thank you
    5/5
    Richard
    2025-02-03
    Great event with some good tips
    5/5
    Tracey
    2024-12-16
    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

    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

    Perth Photography Group
    2025-04-23
    Title or Location: Esperance WA
    I was walking around the rocks at sunset, enjoying the clouds, and thinking I had better get to shelter as that rain burst was heading my way. The sun suddenly highlighted the underside of the rain cloud, and I managed a few shots.I also got rained on very soon afterwards!Canon R6M2 with kit lens 24-105mm.ISO 2000, 24mm, f9.0, 1/1000s. Post in LRC.
    Credit: Leanne Irwin
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leanne.irwin.121
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lmi63/

    Palm Bay Photography Group
    2025-04-23
    Title or Location: Palm Bay, Florida
    The Old Oak Tree, 2025.This is one of my favorite trees. It is situated alone in a huge field on a little farm near where I live. Every time I see it and the little rope swing that hangs from it, it just fills me with a sense of peace and tranquility. I wanted to portray that in this minimalist, high key version of it.
    Credit: Kim Mayes
    Facebook: KimMayesPhotoArt
    Instagram: KimMayesPhotoArt
    Reno Photography Group
    2025-04-23
    Title or Location: North Minden
    Carson River looking southwest
    Credit: Darren King
    Instagram: @epicimagepro

    Victoria Photography Group
    2025-04-23
    Title or Location: Birding safari during long weekend
    It was the intention for whale watching, however the whale moves too faster to catch. The eagle on the other hand is very cooperative being my model, looks like he is thinking of the menu for brunch&128539
    Credit: Yang

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