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PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

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Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 15 March
Kingsway Centre - 12pm - 2 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
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.
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£26      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 April
W Nash Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
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

Friday 09 May
Pencarn Way - 11am - 3 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
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      

Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 31 May
Ridgeway, Newport - 11am - 2 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
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£26      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 28 June
Pencarn Way - 11am - 2 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
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      
Smartphone Photography

Smartphone Photography

Saturday 26 July
Parkway, Oakdale - 11am - 2 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
Learn how to capture stunning photos using just your smartphone! In this 2-hour class, we'll cover essential photography techniques, tips for composition, lighting, and editing, all designed to help you make the most of your phone's camera. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this hands-on session will boost your confidence in mobile photography. Perfect for all skill levels!
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£26      

Abstract Photography

Abstract Photography

Saturday 23 August
Waterloo Road - 11am - 2 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
Abstract photography involves capturing a subject in a way that renders it either partially or completely unrecognizable, emphasizing instead on the interplay of shapes, colors, and form.

In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating striking and thought-provoking images through the use of abstraction.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of abstract photography, including composition, color, and texture. We will cover topics such as finding inspiration in everyday objects, experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
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£26      
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 13 September
Pencarn Way - 11am - 2 Hours
Newport Photography Group
Rachel Southard
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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£26      
ABOUT SWANSEA
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 Swansea .

  • 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
    Lovely way to spend a few hours, with no judgement just learning from one another.
    5/5
    Alison
    2023-01-11
    Lovely way to spend a few hours, with no judgement just learning from one another.
    5/5
    Alison
    2023-01-11
    PHOTOS
    Swansea Photography Group
    2025-01-25
    Title or Location: Maritime Quarter, Swansea
    This was taken on a quiet, cold, late afternoon in January, in amazing light, with low sun and spectacular clouds. The atmosphere was very still, and the water was almost motionless.
    Credit: Angela Gisby

    Swansea Photography Group
    2025-01-16
    Title or Location: from my garden overlooking Towy valley
    I'd lived in Carmarthen for many years before moving to Abergwili , to have such a view was a perfect gift, I noticed how the same view changed dramatically and set about collecting a series of images to highlight these changes , this is one from that series
    Credit: lynsey howell
    Swansea Photography Group
    2025-01-08
    Title or Location: Loughor
    Taken about 1 hour before sunset, perfect timing with the train coming across the bridge.
    Credit: Ian Hanford

    Swansea Photography Group
    2025-01-01
    Title or Location: Black Mountain overlooking llanddeusant
    Foggy morning out looking for some interesting snaps and decided to chase some dragons breath.
    Credit: Ian Hanford

    Swansea Photography Group
    2024-11-25
    Title or Location: Penclawdd
    Sunset looking down north Gower and llanelli
    Credit: Robert kestin
    Swansea Photography Group
    2024-11-07
    Title or Location: Llyn llech owain

    Credit: Robert kestin

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Ferring beach.
    An evening a couple of years ago when the sky was clear I went out with a group of friends to do some Astrophotography. The Milky Way was quite visible that evening!
    Credit: Jan Budgen
    Facebook: Jan Budgen
    Instagram: jan_budgen_sussex

    Cambridge Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Kamen Briag Bulgaria
    As a Bulgarian myself I was visiting my country during the summer of 2024. Astrophotography is my favourite type of photography, so I joined one of the masterclasses organised by one of the world leading astrophotographers - Mihail Minkov. And this picture is the result.
    Credit: Emilian Primov
    Nashville Photography Society
    2025-02-11
    Title or Location: Omo Valley Ethiopia
    Went deep into Ethiopia into the Omo Valley. It?s like going back in time.
    Credit: Ken Levitan
    Instagram: Kvnashville

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-02-10
    Title or Location: Huntington Beach, CA

    Credit: Matt Eseltine
    Instagram: Seamastergmt1

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