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Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 21 June
Ipswich Waterfront - 10am - 2 Hours
Ipswich Photography Group
Allen Blasdell
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 I'll introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. 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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£28      
Black and White plus Sepia

Black and White plus Sepia

Saturday 21 June
High Street, Colchester - 11am - 3 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
We will explore what makes a striking black and white image, with the use of strong lighting, simple subject choices, and strong composition. We will also go into turning your images into sepia and colour wash tones.
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£67      
Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portraits

Saturday 28 June
Holywells Park, Ipswich - 10am - 2 Hours
Ipswich Photography Group
Allen Blasdell
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.
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£28      

Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 05 July
Holywells Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Ipswich Photography Group
Allen Blasdell
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! I'll offer advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 July
Holywells Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Ipswich Photography Group
Allen Blasdell
Learn how to get the best out of your camera be it a 15 year old DLSR or this years mirrorless. From ISO to Focus modes and more. Whilst I have a syllabus I'll adapt to the attendees requirements so you get the very best out of the session.
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£72       5 places left
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 12 July
High Street, Colchester - 11am - 2 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
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
£28      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 26 July
Ryegate Rd. - 11am - 3 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
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
£72       5 places left
Black and White plus Sepia

Black and White plus Sepia

Saturday 16 August
High Street, Colchester - 11am - 3 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
We will explore what makes a striking black and white image, with the use of strong lighting, simple subject choices, and strong composition. We will also go into turning your images into sepia and colour wash tones.
book now
£72      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 06 September
High Street, Colchester - 11am - 2 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
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
£28      

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Saturday 20 September
Castle Park, Colchester - 11am - 3 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
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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£72      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 04 October
Ryegate Rd. - 10am - 3 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
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
£72      
ABOUT CHELMSFORD
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 Chelmsford .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I thought the event was well organised and very informative. It was relaxed and friendly. The two models were very obliging and friendly too.
    5/5
    Sharron
    2024-07-30
    Excellent day, the teaching team and models were superb. Thank you.
    5/5
    Charlie
    2024-07-30
    Despite only me signing up Barnaby did a great job making best use of the venue a himself as a model, it was a good two hours finding subjects and practicing on varying light
    5/5
    Stephen
    2023-07-17

    PHOTOS
    Chelmsford Photography Group
    2025-04-16
    Title or Location: This little fella was in my house

    Credit: Wayne Fowler
    Facebook: Wjf photography

    Chelmsford Photography Group
    2025-01-12
    Title or Location: Hylands Park Chelmsford
    I've been coming here for many years and never tire of the grounds whether it's in the summer or winter. The walks are beautiful and it's superb for photographery opportunities
    Credit: Kristian Stewart Hamblion-smith
    Facebook: Https://www.facebook.com/Kristian.Smith.7509
    Instagram: Kristian.Smith.7509
    Chelmsford Photography Group
    2024-04-07
    Title or Location: Pevensey Bay
    On a beautiful spring day during our short break in Pevensey Bay we came across 2 ladies catching up on their gossip on bench, on a near deserted beach. Taken with a Nikon Z6 @ 24mm
    Credit: Bryan Keller
    Instagram: Instagram.com/bryobry

    Chelmsford Photography Group
    2024-04-04
    Title or Location: London, Piccadilly.
    I love London, reflections and low light/night photograpy. Fortunately all those came together in this shot :-)Fujifilm X100F F2 ISO 2000 1/150th
    Credit: Ian Horne
    Facebook: ihorne1967
    Instagram: ianh.1967

    Chelmsford Photography Group
    2024-03-22
    Title or Location: Camogli beach
    This was taken on my last visit to camogli Italy to say with friends I'm heading back later this hope to take some more photos
    Credit: Wayne Fowler
    Facebook: Mr F
    Chelmsford Photography Group
    2024-03-16
    Title or Location: The flood plains behind the Fox and Raven Chelmer village Chelmsford
    This is one of my favorite places to come to catch the sunrise. On this particular day I came here to practice long exposure photography and to be fair it's not going very well but I will keep at it, but I was greeted by a beautiful sunrise that always brings a smile.Panasonic Lumix FX-82No filter or editing
    Credit: Kristian Stewart Hamblion-Smith

    Washington DC Photography Group
    2025-06-13
    Title or Location: dudhwa national park india
    We were in Dudhwa national park safari ride. And suddenly tiger came out of the bushes chasing peahen. Seeing our safari jeep, tiger stopped and got luck to take this shot.
    Credit: siddhartha gupta

    Peterborough Photography Group
    2025-06-12
    Title or Location: Masai Mara Kenya (Mara triangle)
    This is Osidai.He is a leopard I encountered during a safari trip to the Masai Mara in Kenya last year. He was a beautiful animal and it was an absolute privilege to spend some time watching him.
    Credit: Lyndsey Williamson
    Dundee Photography Group
    2025-06-12
    Title or Location: Sunset at Achuvoldrach
    "After a stunningly beautiful day in the remote north of Scotland, the sky offered one final gift?a pastel-hued sunset that painted the horizon and left a warm glow in our hearts."
    Credit: John Cuthbert LRPS ARPS
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.cuthbert.963

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-06-11
    Title or Location: Sabi Sands Greater Kruger South Africa
    Early morning safari Leopard approaching the vehicle. Light came from the headlights of the jeep. Under expose to get the background dark.
    Credit: Tai Hoang
    Instagram: Lb_sleepy

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