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Natural Light Portraits Meetup

Natural Light Portraits Meetup

Saturday 12 July
Ilchester Pl - 10am - 2 Hours
Chris Carr
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.

Bring a family member or a friend as your model.
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£28      

Nearby Photography Groups

Street Photography Meetup

Street Photography Meetup

Sunday 13 July
Brick Lane - 2pm - 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.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 19 July
Carshalton - 10am - 3 Hours
Croydon Photography Group
Willow Hannya
Discover the full potential of your camera and elevate your photography skills. Take the leap beyond automatic exposure and join us for an insightful session where we dissect the intricate elements of your camera. With our expert guidance, you'll gain a deep understanding of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, and how these crucial settings shape your images.

After mastering the essentials, you'll have the opportunity to apply your newfound skills in a practical setting, under the tutelage of a seasoned professional photographer. Embrace this chance to transform your photographic technique and capture the world through a new lens.
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£72      
Italian Architecture Photography Meetup

Italian Architecture Photography Meetup

Sunday 20 July
Kensington Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
Wembley Photography Group
Surbhi Jain
Join us for a relaxed and inspiring photography session capturing the beauty of Italian-style architecture right here in London. Whether you're just starting out or want to sharpen your eye, this beginner-friendly class will help you understand composition, lighting, and how to photograph architectural details with confidence.

What to Bring:
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Water bottle
  • Curiosity and creativity
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    £28      

    Outdoor Portraits

    Outdoor Portraits

    Saturday 26 July
    London SE19 2GA - 3pm - 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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    £97      
    Beginner's Photography Class

    Beginner's Photography Class

    Saturday 02 August
    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
    £72      
    Street Photography Meetup

    Street Photography Meetup

    Sunday 10 August
    Brick Lane - 2pm - 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
    £28      

    Abstract Photography

    Abstract Photography

    Saturday 16 August
    East London - 10am - 2 Hours
    East London Photography Group
    Antonia Penia
    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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    £28      
    Beginner's Photography Class

    Beginner's Photography Class

    Saturday 06 September
    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
    £72      
    Macro Photography Meetup

    Macro Photography Meetup

    Saturday 27 September
    East London - 10am - 2 Hours
    East London Photography Group
    Antonia Penia
    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      

    Beginner's Photography Class

    Beginner's Photography Class

    Saturday 18 October
    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
    £72      
    Street Photography

    Street Photography

    Saturday 08 November
    East London - 10am - 2 Hours
    East London Photography Group
    Antonia Penia
    Discover the vibrant world of street photography with us! From bustling cafes and lively vendors to street performers, historic buildings, and captivating art installations, the streets are teeming with stories waiting to be captured. This meet-up is all about honing your observation skills and learning to "see" the extraordinary in the everyday. We'll introduce you to simple techniques that will sharpen your photographer's eye, revealing a world brimming with fascinating details. Plus, we'll dive into the best settings, focusing tricks, and lens choices for street photography, ensuring you're ready to snap those serendipitous moments. Join us for an urban adventure that will transform the way you see the city!
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    £28      
    Beginner's Photography Class

    Beginner's Photography Class

    Saturday 29 November
    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
    £72      

    Other Nearby Groups

    Drawing for Beginners

    Drawing for Beginners

    Saturday 12 July
    Terrace Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
    Richmond Art Group
    Karine Gray
    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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    £28      
    Corner to Corner Class

    Corner to Corner Class

    Saturday 12 July
    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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    £48      
    Beginner's Crochet Class

    Beginner's Crochet Class

    Saturday 26 July
    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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    £52      

    Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

    Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

    Saturday 02 August
    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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    £28      
    Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

    Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

    Saturday 02 August
    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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    £48      
    Amigurumi 101

    Amigurumi 101

    Saturday 16 August
    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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    £48      

    Corner to Corner Class

    Corner to Corner Class

    Saturday 30 August
    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.
    book now
    £48      
    ABOUT WEST
    LONDON
    PHOTOGRAPHY
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    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 West London Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

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  • REVIEWS
    Chris led the activities well and inspired confidence to try different approaches to Street photography.
    5/5
    Stephen
    2025-06-30
    Very good class, some great techniques shared that can be applied to other subject photography . I liked that we were given tips and examples and then left to explore with the ability to ask for advice if required.
    5/5
    Jacqueline
    2024-11-05
    It was good. Learnt a lot on technical photography which didn?t necessarily lean towards autumnal landscape photography But still enjoyable. I like the individual support I received. 6 people should be the max in these short classes
    4/5
    Bally
    2024-11-04

    The instructor (Amman Ali) is a very talented photographer and great instruction skills. He dedicated a lot of extra time, i.e. outside the scheduled 2 hours to go through the concepts of manual photography. We were very blessed to have him our instructor and will highly recommend him.
    5/5
    Zahid
    2024-02-07
    It was fabulous. First, there were only two of us and thankfully we were of similar experience so we jumped straight into a conversation with Amaan. It was like having Yoda to ourselves for 2.5 hours. In the event we took very few photos, but the opportunity to discuss a range of technical and artistic issues with him was invaluable. He was open, patient and extremely knowledgable. Whilst I did learn a couple of technical tricks, the majority of our time was spent discussion the balance of different techniques. I had a thoroughly engrossing time and can?t thank or recommend Amaan enough.
    5/5
    Richard
    2024-02-07
    Had great fun walking the streets of Kingston at night with Amman Ali. Amman is very knowledgeable and explained thing very clearly. Learnt a lot about night photography and got some great shots. Very enjoyable and worthwhile session.
    5/5
    Salim
    2023-06-19

    The event was excellent as it was one on one. learned some new ideas to put into my portfolio.
    5/5
    Richard
    2023-05-15
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Chris Carr
    Chris is a skilled photographer and visual storyteller with over 15 years of experience working across editorial, commercial, and corporate projects. His photography has appeared in *The Guardian*, *BBC News*, *Warships IFR Magazine*, and *Clay Sporting USA*, known for its cinematic style and ability to capture authentic, emotionally resonant moments.

    Alongside his photography, Chris has worked with clients such as BMW, Epson, Superdrug, NS\&I, and the University of Surrey, producing imagery for brand campaigns, events, and educational content. Whether shooting portraits, reportage, or branded content, Chris brings a calm, collaborative approach and a sharp eye for detail to every project.

    Chris Carr is available for private bookings

    Private Tutoring around portraits, street photography, holiday photos and beginner's photography.

    Eddie Edijs
    Hello, my name is Eddie but you can call me Ed. ?
    I am passionate photographer for last five years and favourite type of photography is street and portrait photography.
    Hope to see you soon.

    Eddie Edijs is available for private bookings

    Usually I am available weekend mornings.

    PHOTOS
    West London Photography Group
    2025-05-17
    Title or Location: Nine Elms - Blue Hour. The photo was taken from the north bank of the River Thames in Pimlico, London ? specifically along Grosvenor Road, between the Crown Reach building and The Grosvenor Pub, offering a clear, direct view of the Nine Elms skyline.
    This image captures the ever-evolving skyline of Nine Elms, London, during the calm of blue hour. I wanted to showcase the tranquil side of this high-rise cluster, which is usually seen bustling with life. To create this smooth and dreamy rendition of the River Thames and the clarity of the buildings, I used a technique called exposure stacking. The final image consists of 8 separate long exposures ranging from 5.7 seconds to 40.3 seconds. These were carefully blended to produce a refined, almos
    Credit: Lincoln A Wallace
    Instagram: @LincsDNA

    West London Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Title or Location: Primrose Hill in London.
    I'd gone to Primrose Hill in the hope of getting some shots of the Super Moon, athough a little cloudy I managed to get some decent shots (I think I ended up with about a hundred which isn't bad for me, I been known to take about three hundred at say Carnival, lol) . I chose Primerose Hill as it seemed to be the highest point I could think of that might allow me to get a good view and I'd been there before it was very cloudy that night with no breaks in the clouds.
    Credit: Stevierich
    West London Photography Group
    2024-06-10
    Title or Location: Hanger Lane
    Im interesting photography and always I have my lovely Nikon camera with me .I like go for walk and I went to lakeside .There are always beautiful ducks .I was feeling one of them start posing and I took few photos of him !I was really happy with this session ,duck and lovely light .I used camera Nikon D3500 55mmf/5,61/250sekISO 400I took this photo on 7th of May around 7.30 pm
    Credit: Izabela Konrad
    Facebook: Izabela Konrad
    Instagram: @izabellakonrad

    West London Photography Group
    2024-05-20
    Title or Location: Central London
    Went on a photoshoot with a photographer that I follow on IG called opticalwonder, we went round the heart of central London, a very over cast day day, I took this photo as I liked the blue reflection on the tall buildings.
    Credit: Saj Rahman
    Instagram: Saj1d

    West London Photography Group
    2024-05-20
    Title or Location: Dubrovnik
    I'd spent the best part of two hours being buffeted around by cruise ship tour parties, turned to see a suddenly empty Stradun, and the lighting was just beautiful.
    Credit: LadyHeather
    West London Photography Group
    2024-04-08
    Title or Location: Canterbury Cathedral
    I am very passionate about British gothic style cathedrals and definitely one of my favourites is the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral. Nestled in the little city centre, it?s a must when visiting this little but extremely important historical town in Kent.
    Credit: LauraSpiritedAway

    Birmingham Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, UK
    I had spent the better part of the day moving silently through the edges of the chase looking to photograph deer. It was one of those days that seemed perfect on paper: overcast skies that softened the light, barely a breath of wind, and a camera battery at full charge. But nature is nothing if not humbling. The deer remained ghost-like, unseen despite hours of quiet patience and soft steps.By late afternoon my hopes had dimmed so I began the slow walk back to the car. The path wound through
    Credit: Darren Ford
    Facebook: darren.ford.1865
    Instagram: darrenfordphotography

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Whitemouth, ManitobaCPKC
    CPKC Rail Engine 9350 plus one heading east out of Winnipeg to deliver it's freight to Eastern Canada and possibly countries beyond on this beautiful summer day. Engine 9350 is a Diesel/Electric Locomotive which was built in February 2012 by General Electric and produces 4400HP which is capable to propel it to a top speed of 75mph. I love to photograph trains whenever I get a chance. To me they are iconic.
    Credit: Terry Jeffery
    Murfreesboro Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
    Sitting on the rooftop at Salia Restaurant in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico watching the storms blow in. Travel and Leisure has named this city as one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. This location is a photographers dream location.
    Credit: James Strength
    Facebook: James Strength

    Toronto Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Toronto ON Canada
    The photo was taken on the shore of Lake Ontario at Woodbine Beach Park. Whenever you take a photo of a sunrise or sunset, it is difficult to predict how nature will show you. Sometimes expectations are not met, but sometimes you receive a modest but magnificent gift. There was a small puddle on the shore of the lake from a recent rain and it was in it that the miracle of the sunrise appeared. Shot on a Samsung 21s mobile phone and processed in the phone in the Snapseed program.
    Credit: Yuri Shvarzman

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