NORTH
LONDON
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Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 11 January
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
Richard Treister
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      
Photographing People

Photographing People

Saturday 01 February
Hampstead, North London - 10am - 2 Hours
Richard Treister
If you wish to learn more about portraiture or just capture more effective informal shots of people, this workshop will introduce you to all the relevant approaches.

As well as learning how to interact with people to get the required expressions and emotions, we will also learn how to naturally pose your subjects to capture more effective shots.

In addition, we will look at the most relevant camera settings, learn how to use your lens/lenses most effectively, and discover how to take advantage of various light/lighting situations.

Everyone in the group must be prepared to act as a model on this location shoot/class.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 February
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
Richard Treister
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      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 15 March
Brick Lane - 10am - 2 Hours
Richard Treister
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      

Nearby Photography Groups

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 21 December
Shoreditch - 10am - 2 Hours
East London Photography Group
Antonia Penia
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.
book now
£26      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 04 January
London SE19 2GA - 10am - 2 Hours
Croydon Photography Group
Willow Hannya
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.
book now
£26      
Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Sunday 12 January
St Giles' Square - 10am - 2 Hours
Northampton Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
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£26      

Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portraits

Sunday 12 January
London SE19 2GA - 10am - 3 Hours
Croydon Photography Group
Willow Hannya
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.

You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.

This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.

**Model fee is included in the ticket cost
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£43      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 18 January
East London - 10am - 2 Hours
East London Photography Group
Antonia Penia
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      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 26 January
Fish Street - 10am - 3 Hours
Northampton Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
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 01 February
East London - 10am - 3 Hours
East London Photography Group
Antonia Penia
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      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Sunday 09 February
St Giles' Square - 10am - 2 Hours
Northampton Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
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.
book now
£26      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 22 February
East London - 10am - 2 Hours
East London Photography Group
Antonia Penia
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      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 23 February
Fish Street - 9am - 3 Hours
Northampton Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
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      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Sunday 09 March
St Giles' Square - 10am - 2 Hours
Northampton Photography Group
Loredana Sabau
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 March
East London - 10am - 3 Hours
East London Photography Group
Antonia Penia
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      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

Saturday 21 December
Terrace Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Karine Gray
Ready to explore the world of portraits and landscapes? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you'll learn the basics of capturing stunning faces and breathtaking outdoor scenes! Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to improve, we'll guide you through every step, from setting up your shot to adding those final touches.

Bring your creativity, and let's make some beautiful art together! Full details of the event location will be provided upon booking confirmation.
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£26      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 11 January
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
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      
Amigurumi 101

Amigurumi 101

Saturday 18 January
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Unleash your creativity and master new crochet skills with our premier Amigurumi workshop, the Japanese technique of crafting adorable, crocheted critters. Ideal for anyone who has conquered our Beginners Class, this session will introduce you to the basics, equipping you to start creating your first Amigurumi heart. We provide all materials and expert instruction throughout the class, complemented with a delicious, refreshing non-alcoholic beverage to sip on as you craft. Discover the charming world of Amigurumi with us!
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£50      

Amigurumi: Making a Heart

Amigurumi: Making a Heart

Saturday 25 January
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
This Beginners Amigurumi class is perfect for those who want to learn how to create plushies and stuffed animals. In this class you will learn the basic techniques to amigurumi and tools commonly used with it, you will also make a Amigurumi heart!
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£46      
Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Saturday 08 February
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
If you've seen these beautiful squares and want to learn how to crochet them, come along and learn the techniques to create one of your very own and gain the skills to continue at home and make something bigger with multiple squares. This is a more intermediate class so basic skills would be an advantage but not impossible if you have never crocheted before as I work with a group and also provide one on one help, so if you are a beginner, come and give it a go. All materials are included in the price and you will be able to take your hook and wool with you to make more at home from what you learn. A yummy food platter, coffee, tea and water will also be supplied on the day for all of us to share.
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£46      
Corner to Corner Class

Corner to Corner Class

Saturday 22 February
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Whether you are just starting out crocheting, or you have been crocheting for many years, this crochet class is for you! In this class, you will learn how to make creative square patterns and commonly used to make blankets. This class is perfect for anyone who wants a little extra support in their crochet skills or someone who simply needs a refresher course on the basics.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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£46      

ABOUT NORTH
LONDON
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 London.

  • 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 North London Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    The event was as I expected very professional and friendly at the same time.
    5/5
    Kamila
    2024-06-03
    It was good event on very good. Trainer was good and knowledgeable. explained a lot about the subject. Provided nice photographic tricks and tips.
    5/5
    Abhijit
    2024-04-23
    Informative and helpful techniques learnt
    5/5
    Paul
    2024-04-22

    The event was structured well and started on time our course tutor was very knowledgeable patient and friendly. We had a small group so the tutor was able to help us individually with our cameras and explain the different functions & settings and we had time to practice taking photos.
    5/5
    Marsha
    2024-04-08
    This is my second workshop with Matteo Patocchi, who was our instructor for this event was excellent as always and I will high recommend him. He dedicated a lot of time for each one of us to answer our questions. He is also a very talented and a passionate photographer.
    5/5
    Zahid
    2024-03-20
    It was a great feeling getting to know the nuances of street photography .Matteo gave us so many useful tips
    5/5
    Rajkumar
    2024-03-18

    Matteo Patocchi, the instructor for this event is a very skilful and a talented photographer. He spent a lot of time for us both during and after the event, explaining some of the intricacies and techniques of this great art of photography. I would very highly recommend Matteo on any day both as an instructor and an event photographer.
    5/5
    Zahid
    2024-02-19
    Very nice
    5/5
    Amrish
    2023-08-21
    Very nice atmosphere, Matteo followed the plan of the meetup despite distractions from us . Lots of very practical tips, advice. Loads of opportunities to practise tips we discussed. Overall, a very good way to learn. Matteo is a really good coach - patient, understanding and knowledgeable. The meet up was incredibly informative - thank you!
    5/5
    Paulina
    2023-08-21

    Very nice atmosphere, Matteo followed the plan of the meetup despite distractions from us (like asking unrelated questions). Lots of very practical tips, advice. Loads of opportunities to practise tips we discussed. Overall, a very good way to learn. Matteo is a really good coach - patient, understanding and knowledgeable. The meet up was incredibly informative - thank you!
    5/5
    Paulina
    2023-08-21
    Despite the rain it was a really enjoyable and insightful event, covering technical aspects but also how to "see" and approach photography in a more open-minded way. Really excellent and I'll certainly attend more events in future.
    5/5
    Nick
    2023-08-15
    Great time exploring the city, Matteo was really good leader guiding us on tasks to keep us outside our comfort zone, really recommend it!
    5/5
    Ana
    2023-08-14

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Richard Treister
    Richard is a freelance photographer with 20 years professional experience. He specializes in events, portraiture, studio and street photography. His work has been exhbited worldwide and he has won awards for his street photography.
    PHOTOS
    North London Photography Group
    2024-12-09
    Title or Location: Hertfordshire
    This is one of 102 knitted postbox toppers created by a local army of volunteers each Christmas in the St Albans area. stalbanspostboxes iPhone capture.
    Credit: Steve Davies
    Facebook: Images by Steve Davies
    Instagram: @imagesbystevedavies

    North London Photography Group
    2024-12-06
    Title or Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire
    George Street is an old-fashioned shopping and eating area which looks quaint all year but really comes into its own at Christmas. This year (2024) this fine guard is welcoming the festive revellers. This was a grab shot on a Pixel 8 Pro phone-camera. As a "proper" photographer it is so irritating that phones are this good in low light! Happy Christmas everyone.
    Credit: Brian Martin
    Facebook: Brian Martin (Aleoli Photography)
    Instagram: @aleoli_photography
    North London Photography Group
    2024-12-02
    Title or Location: Berrylands, Surbiton
    I was photographing the squirrel in our garden while I was in the room and I was photographing it from the window of the room.
    Credit: Dimitar Nedelchev

    North London Photography Group
    2024-11-22
    Title or Location: London UK
    I liked the way the light was falling on this lemon and garlic on my kitchen counter. I think the monochrome version brings out the different textures quite well.Instagram: @walkinstaheather
    Credit: Heather Walker
    Instagram: @walkinstaheather

    North London Photography Group
    2024-11-18
    Title or Location: Epping Forest
    Was over Epping Forest to shoot Fungi, but to be honest wasn?t in the best of condition, so opted to shoot this style, to make the best of my visit there.Usually find something to photograph.
    Credit: Howard Mason
    North London Photography Group
    2024-11-15
    Title or Location: St Albans at home
    I shot this on a roll of Kodak TriX 400 in preparation for home development. My return to self development after 30 years! Of course, once I had the idea it took a couple of hours for the sun to cooperate and shine strongly enough through the correct window. Worth the wait I think.
    Credit: Brian Martin
    Facebook: Aleoli Photography
    Instagram: @aleoli_photography

    Detroit Photography Group
    2024-12-12
    Title or Location: Bryce Canyon National Park
    This was a first time winter visit to Bryce. I had been here before in 2017, and it is one of my favorite parks.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: ROY GOLDSBERRY
    Greenwich Photography Group
    2024-12-12
    Title or Location: Sutcliffe Park, Greenwich, London
    Taken on an early morning walk when the light had perfectly broken through the mist and trees to light up the little stream that runs through the park. This particular morning it was giving eerie but beautiful vibes!
    Credit: Kate Russell
    Instagram: fotosbyflora
    Huddersfield Photography Group
    2024-12-12
    Title or Location: Beadnell Beach, Northumberland
    Saw this surfboard on the beach and wanted to capture the light and figures in the background walking along the edge of the surf.
    Credit: Mark Malone
    Facebook: @markmalonephotography
    Instagram: @markmalonephotography

    Phoenix Photography Group
    2024-12-12
    Title or Location: Blue Mesa Trail - Petrified Forest NP
    Just finished driving in from Phoenix decided to go to the park instead of check in the hotel. Monsoon storm started as I entered the park!
    Credit: Anthony Whitt
    Instagram: Anthony_whitt_photography
    Wigan Photography Group
    2024-12-11
    Title or Location: Rattus
    Regular visitor to those of us who have feeders, where there are bird feeders it's a definite Rattus will show up.
    Credit: Patrick Noone
    Instagram: patrickmnoone_photography
    Bellevue Photography Group
    2024-12-09
    Title or Location: Redmond, WA
    'Tis the Season. Redmond, WACanon EOS 5D Mark IIICanon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USMf/4.51/200 secISO-40097 mmNo Flash
    Credit: Timmy DeHan

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