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Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 19 July
Bolton Town Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Bolton Photography Group
Alfie Wright
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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£28      
Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Saturday 19 July
Warrington Bank Quays Train Station - 10am - 2 Hours
Warrington Photography Group
Esther Adeola Seriki
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 26 July
Pontefract Rd, Barnsley S71 1HS - 9:30am - 3 Hours
Barnsley Photography Club
Esther Adeola Seriki
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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£72      

People & Portraits in Public Spaces

People & Portraits in Public Spaces

Saturday 02 August
Warrington Bank Quays Train Station - 10am - 2 Hours
Warrington Photography Group
Esther Adeola Seriki
Join us for People & Portraits in Public Spaces, a casual photography meetup focused on capturing the character and emotion of everyday life. Whether you're into candid street portraits or posed shots with natural backdrops, this is a great opportunity to practice your skills, share tips with fellow photographers, and explore creative ways to tell human stories through your lens. All experience levels welcome!
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 02 August
Victoria Sq Bolton - 10am - 3 Hours
Bolton Photography Group
Alfie Wright
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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£72      
Let's Talk Flashes

Let's Talk Flashes

Sunday 03 August
St Peters Square, Stockport SK1 1HE - 11am - 2 Hours
Stockport Photography Group
Olamide Bakare
Want to get better with flash photography? Join us for a laid-back meetup where we'll play around with off-camera flashes and lighting setups. It's a great chance to learn, shoot, and swap tips with other photographers — no pressure, just fun and creativity. Bring your camera, your flash, and whatever gear you like to use. All experience levels welcome!
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£28      

Abstract Angles: Architecture & Texture

Abstract Angles: Architecture & Texture

Saturday 09 August
Church Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Barnsley Photography Club
Esther Adeola Seriki
Discover the art hidden in the built environment at Abstract Angles: Architecture & Texture. This meetup invites photographers to explore striking lines, geometric patterns, and surface details that often go unnoticed. We'll focus on turning everyday structures into compelling visual compositions by playing with perspective, light, and form. Perfect for those who love minimalism, abstraction, or simply seeing the city from a fresh point of view.
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£28      
Learn Photography Basics Meetup

Learn Photography Basics Meetup

Saturday 09 August
Westrees - 10am - 2 Hours
Wigan Photography Group
Jack Murden
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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£28      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 09 August
Batridge Rd, Bolton BL7 0LU, UK - 10am - 2 Hours
Bolton Photography Group
Alfie Wright
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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£28      

50mm Lens Meetup

50mm Lens Meetup

Saturday 16 August
Warrington Bank Quays Train Station - 10am - 2 Hours
Warrington Photography Group
Esther Adeola Seriki
The 50mm lens is one of the flexible and useful lenses in any photographer’s gear bag. It is neither a wide-angle or telephoto lens, but allows the camera to see on the same scale as your eye. As such, it can be used for a variety of styles, from landscape and street photography to portrait and product photography. In this meetup, we’ll review the basic camera settings. We’ll then cover some of the advantages of shooting with a prime lens, and some basic techniques to using the 50mm lens. As always, there will be ample opportunities for you to put your new knowledge into practice.
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£28      
Street Photography – The Human Element

Street Photography – The Human Element

Saturday 16 August
St Peters Square, Stockport SK1 1HE - 11am - 2 Hours
Stockport Photography Group
Olamide Bakare
Join us for a relaxed street photography meetup where we'll explore the vibrant human element of urban life, exchanging tips and capturing candid moments along the way.
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£28      
Motion & Movement: Capturing Action

Motion & Movement: Capturing Action

Saturday 23 August
Church Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Barnsley Photography Club
Esther Adeola Seriki
Get ready to explore the art of capturing energy in motion at Motion & Movement: Capturing Action. This session focuses on photographing scenes filled with life and activity—think fast-paced street moments, flowing crowds, or fleeting gestures. We'll dive into creative techniques to express motion, from blur effects to crisp action shots, helping you bring a dynamic edge to your photography. Whether you're just starting out or refining your skills, all are welcome to join and experiment.
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£28      

Other Nearby Groups

Urban Sketching with Watercolours

Urban Sketching with Watercolours

Friday 18 July
Oxford Rd - 12pm - 2 Hours
Manchester Watercolour Group
Nureen Afiqah
Join us for an exciting Urban Sketching with Watercolours meetup. Get ready to explore the cityscape with your sketchbook and watercolours in hand. Unleash your creativity and capture the vibrant energy of urban life on paper. All skill levels are welcome. Limited spots available, so secure your place now!
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£28      
Painting Watercolours in a Garden

Painting Watercolours in a Garden

Saturday 19 July
Didsbury - 12pm - 2 Hours
Manchester Watercolour Group
Nureen Afiqah
Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of nature and let your creativity blossom at our enchanting event, "Painting Watercolours in a Garden"! Join us in the breathtaking surroundings of a garden, where a tapestry of vibrant plants, majestic trees, and captivating water views await your artistic touch. This event promises not only a delightful escape into nature but also a unique opportunity to paint the beauty that surrounds you.
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£28      
Birds with Watercolour

Birds with Watercolour

Saturday 26 July
Manchester - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Manchester Art Group
Nureen Afiqah
In this workshop, we will explore the art of painting birds and squirrels using watercolour techniques.

We will cover topics such as color mixing, brush techniques, and composition, and provide you with step-by-step instructions to create your own bird painting. You will have the opportunity to work on your own painting, with guidance and feedback from our instructors.
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£28      

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting

Sunday 27 July
Platt Fields Park. - 11am - 2 Hours
Manchester Art Group
Nureen Afiqah
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" colour and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolour-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the garden with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawingpainting.You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, and artwork and have some takeaway homework with the learned technique. All levels and experiences are welcome.
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£28      
Watercolor Bookmarks

Watercolor Bookmarks

Saturday 02 August
Oxford Rd - 12pm - 2 Hours
Manchester Watercolour Group
Nureen Afiqah
Join us for a creative session where we'll craft distinctive bookmarks using watercolour techniques. These handmade bookmarks boast a unique aesthetic that will elevate any book they grace. Perfect for bibliophiles seeking both style and functionality!
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£28      
Painting Landscapes with Gouache or Acrylics

Painting Landscapes with Gouache or Acrylics

Saturday 09 August
Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens - 11am - 2 Hours
Manchester Art Group
Nureen Afiqah
The garden has very picturesque landscaping, so we would be painting that. However, participants can bring their own sketches or ideas
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£28      

Floral Watercolour Painting

Floral Watercolour Painting

Saturday 16 August
Oxford Rd - 11am - 2 Hours
Manchester Watercolour Group
Nureen Afiqah
During this meetup, participants will have the chance to explore the captivating world of floral watercolor painting under the guidance of experienced artists. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, this event welcomes individuals of all skill levels. This event is a perfect opportunity for artists, art enthusiasts, and nature lovers to gather and immerse themselves in the beauty of floral watercolor painting.
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£28      
ABOUT MANCHESTER
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 Manchester .

  • 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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  • REVIEWS
    A great session. I learnt a lot from Warren who was an excellent tutor. There was a friendly atmosphere amongst the other participants. The location was good too. I was particularly impressed that there was a backup plan in case the rain was heavy.
    5/5
    Graham Mumford
    2025-06-25
    Very enjoyable and enlightening
    5/5
    Patricia
    2025-06-23
    Interesting concepts. I learned a lot.
    5/5
    Alan
    2025-06-23

    Great. Warren is a really engaging teacher and he came up with exercises that really pushed my thinking and challenged me, would definitely recommend.
    5/5
    Martin
    2025-05-19
    Each time I go on one of these, I learn a little bit more. Warren is an excellent coach.
    5/5
    Alan
    2025-05-19
    Really enjoyable?.. just wish it could have been longer than the two hours. Felt I was just getting into it when it was time to finish.
    5/5
    Jayne
    2025-04-21

    It was a great time and Warren is an excellent tutor. We could have done another hour...
    5/5
    Alan
    2025-04-21
    I had a lovely morning in this session led by Warren. He gave us avariety of interesting tasks, gradually working up to the more challenging (photographing people). He provided individual feedback. The workshop was very good value for money.
    5/5
    Magic Frank
    2025-03-29
    Good guidance, tips and subject material for the theme
    5/5
    Paul
    2025-03-10

    Really enjoyed it. Great challenges. Warren friendly and encouraging.
    5/5
    Angela
    2025-03-10
    Warren is an excellent instructor. We all had a great time.
    5/5
    Alan
    2025-03-10
    Thoroughly enjoyable event, good location to get the best out of the topic and Warren is very good at getting you to think positively about what you are doing whatever the topic.
    5/5
    Derek
    2025-02-28

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Warren McCann
    Warren is an accomplished digital artist and experienced educator with over a decade of experience in the field of photography. He holds a Master's degree in photography and has a diverse range of experience in areas such as portraiture, still life, product, weddings and event photography, live music, and even working on film sets.

    Warren's passion for photography began with a fascination for capturing the world around him on film. He pursued a Bachelor's degree in Media and continued his education to earn a Master's degree in photography, where he focused on artistic direction, composition, lighting, and post-production techniques. He has worked with a variety of clients in different industries, allowing him to refine his skills and gain valuable experience.

    In addition to his professional work, Warren is a dedicated educator who enjoys sharing his knowledge and skills with others. He has taught courses and workshops on a variety of topics to photographers of all levels, from beginners to advanced students. Warren's teaching style is practical, and he inspires and encourages his students to achieve their photography goals. He has taught classes on portraiture, still life photography, composition techniques, and other methods of photography.

    For almost five years, Warren has been a regarded sessions leader and mentor at Manchester Photography Group, where he continues to share his passion with others. He believes that everyone has the potential to become a skilled photographer and is committed to helping his students achieve their full potential.

    When he's not teaching or working on projects, Warren can be found pursuing his passion for old cameras, shooting and developing film, and exploring unique perspectives to capture through his lens. His dedication to his craft, combined with his passion for teaching, makes Warren a valuable asset to the photography community, and he is committed to making a positive impact in the field for many years to come.
    PHOTOS
    Manchester Photography Group
    2025-06-05
    Title or Location: Reflected Street, Split World ? Manchester, UK
    Captured just after the rain in Manchester?s Northern Quarter, this quiet street transformed into a mirror-like surface. The puddle reflected the surrounding architecture with almost perfect symmetry ? a parallel world beneath our feet.The moment was brief but poetic: a couple stands on one side, a red shopping bag catching the eye, while on the other, a tapas bar scene unfolds with two people in casual conversation. Above all, the city?s vibrant textures blend with the blue sky in reflectio
    Credit: Shawn Ho
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    Manchester Photography Group
    2025-04-30
    Title or Location: Castlefield
    The photo has been taken yesterday 29 April 2025 while i was trying my new 360 camera. I found this spot and without thinking about it I took out my Nikon z8 and here is the result.I live in Castlefield and everytime I manage to discover new point of view and new inspiations.Thanks a lot!Romolo.
    Credit: Romolo Fevola Photography
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    Manchester Photography Group
    2025-04-21
    Title or Location: Manchester Exhibition centre
    Taken on Easter Monday, in typical Manchester bank holiday weather
    Credit: Chris Williams
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    Manchester Photography Group
    2025-04-05
    Title or Location: Birch Hill, Wardle, Littleborough
    I'd actually set out to photograph the sunrise from Shore Moor above Littleborough. The weather forecast was for a partially cloudy sunrise, which I hoped would provide an interesting composition, but it was not to be. As I was walking I decided to take a different route home to check a praticular angle/view on Starring Way (for another day perhaps) when I noticed that a mist was building up, so I thought I'd venture up Birch Hill to check it out. There's more than one route up Birch Hill, but i
    Credit: Zbysiu Rodak
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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zbysiurodak.photography/

    Manchester Photography Group
    2025-03-16
    Title or Location: Cheadle Hulme, Stockport
    Looking for a chance to capture and aircraft taking off from Manchester Airport and just happened to spot this high-flying (KLM) aircraft that was heading straight into the correct path for a moon shot - so I took it. Luckily, I had around five or six shots before the aircraft flew past the moon and on its way. Camera info: Canon 5Ds with EF 70-200mm f2.8L USM lens with 2x converter. Processed through Capture One by Phase 1.
    Credit: Simon Bradshaw
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    Instagram: Simon Bradshaw Photographer
    Manchester Photography Group
    2025-02-19
    Title or Location: Manchester, Kimpton hotel
    Just flying my dji drone around manchester Finding some nice compositions of a Manchester backdrop And the Kimpton hotel in the foreground was just amazing. And added my own preset to the photo and here it is.It's awesome to get out with the drone and snapping some great photos Jason
    Credit: Jason darbyshire
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    Instagram: jasondarbyshire_photography

    Savannah Photography Group
    2025-07-10
    Title or Location: Ellis Square, Savannah, GA
    I met young Miles at Ellis Square while he was doing some rather gymnastic break dancing. Luckily, for me, I was using my Nikon Z7 which allowed me to switch from raw to jpeg giving me 9 frames per second on motor drive. I was shooting aperture preferred and used f/8 the resulting shutter speed was 1/1600 of a second. 9fps sounds fast but I only had 6 nicely composed shots out of 120 exposures.
    Credit: Ray Sliva

    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
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    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
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