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Off-Camera Photography: Mastering Speedlight Flash

Off-Camera Photography: Mastering Speedlight Flash

Sunday 20 July
St Peters Square, Stockport SK1 1HE - 11am - 2 Hours
Olamide Bakare
Discover the power of creative lighting in this focused meetup on off-camera flash techniques. We'll dive into how to use Speedlights effectively to shape light, add depth, and enhance your photography in any setting. This is a great opportunity to experiment with lighting setups, practice with fellow photographers, and gain confidence in working beyond natural light. All skill levels welcome — just bring your camera, flash, and curiosity.
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Let's Talk Flashes

Let's Talk Flashes

Sunday 03 August
St Peters Square, Stockport SK1 1HE - 11am - 2 Hours
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      
Street Photography – The Human Element

Street Photography – The Human Element

Saturday 16 August
St Peters Square, Stockport SK1 1HE - 11am - 2 Hours
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      

Nearby Photography Groups

Natural Abstractions

Natural Abstractions

Saturday 19 July
Clarkehouse Rd, Broomhall - 10am - 2 Hours
Sheffield Photography Group
David Stones
Using the plants in the surrounding environment we will be looking to create a set of images which have abstract qualities. We will consider the importance of framing ,composition and focus. . We will explore how the 'formal' elements of light, colour, shape, texture, pattern and line can be manipulated to create intriguing images.
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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      
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
Birkenhead Park - 4pm - 2 Hours
Birkenhead Photography Group
Marilyn Smith
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.
book now
£28      
Digital Editing

Digital Editing

Sunday 20 July
Google Meet - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Photography Group
Anthony Tanton
Capturing images is only half the work, and far too often we neglect to work on our editing and post processing skills to the same degree as we work on our skills with the camera. This class aims to give you the skills and knowledge to feel confident in photo editing software to create final images that are ready to be printed and displayed or shared on socials.We'll be going over how to import images, what is a preset, the function of the basic panels within Lightroom, how to edit lighting, colour, cropping and levelling, and more advanced techniques like dodging and burning, masking, and most importantly, how to export and save your edited images.I'll send out some test images so we can edit them together, if you have your own images you'd like to ask about please feel free, as always there will be time for questions throughout.
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£28       4 places left
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      

Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 02 August
Broomhall - 10am - 2 Hours
Sheffield Photography Group
David Stones
Why do some things look better in black and white ? Using the urban environment as our stimulus we will aim to create a set of images that showcase the qualities and possibilities of the black and white medium, after looking at and discussing some key examples from the past..
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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      
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      

Flower Photography

Flower Photography

Saturday 02 August
Bidston - 11am - 2 Hours
Birkenhead Photography Group
Marilyn Smith
Learn all the tips and tricks you need to take stunning pictures of flowers. We will also discuss composition, lighting, and other aspects of photography that will help you create unique images. So come join us for a day of learning, exploring, and having fun.
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£28      
Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 09 August
Birkenhead Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Birkenhead Photography Group
Marilyn Smith
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      
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      

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      
Drawing City Scapes

Drawing City Scapes

Sunday 20 July
Sheffield City Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Sheffield Art Group
Ciaran Smith
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork of the city.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
Our Instructor will bring a print out cities of Asia and Manchester for your reference during the session.

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      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 26 July
Abbey Park Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Art Group
Aateka Bharmal
Unleash Your Inner Artist with Our Drawing Adventure!Get ready to embark on a creative journey like no other in our Drawing Class! Whether you're a budding artist or haven't touched a pencil in years, this class is designed to ignite your artistic spark and equip you with the skills to craft breathtaking artwork.Our seasoned instructors are here to demystify the art of drawing, taking you through the exciting basics like perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. But that's not all - we'll dive into the world of Mark Making techniques, turning that blank page into a canvas of limitless possibilities!No experience? No problem! This class is tailor-made for complete beginners, so you'll fit right in and thrive in our welcoming and encouraging atmosphere.So, don't wait! Join us for a Drawing Class that promises creativity, fun, and the chance to bring your artistic visions to life!
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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      
Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Sunday 27 July
Broomhall - 10am - 2 Hours
Sheffield Art Group
Ciaran Smith
Welcome to "Drawing Plants and Flowers"! In this workshop, we will explore the art of drawing plants and flowers.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of drawing various plants and flowers. We will cover topics such as simplifying shapes, creating texture and detail, and using colors to enhance your drawings.

You will have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and create your own beautiful plant and flower drawings. Our instructors will provide feedback and guidance along the way, helping you to refine your skills and develop your own unique style.
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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      
Picnic Painting - Landscape with Watercolours

Picnic Painting - Landscape with Watercolours

Sunday 03 August
Manchester - 12pm - 2 Hours
Manchester Art Group
Nureen Afiqah
Slow down, soak up the sun, and capture the beauty of the park in watercolours before the leaves begin to turn. Join us for a relaxed, picnic-style painting session where you'll explore landscape techniques from an art mentor, play with colour, and enjoy the outdoors.

Bring your picnic mat, your paints, and a friend—or come solo and meet fellow creatives. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this session is all about enjoying the moment, connecting with nature, and expressing yourself through art.
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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      
Perspective Drawing

Perspective Drawing

Saturday 16 August
Abbey Park Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Leicester Art Group
Aateka Bharmal
Perspective drawing is a technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface

In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of perspective.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of perspective.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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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 STOCKPORT
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 Stockport .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Was a really nice session. We got a lot of theory as well as some practical application. Was a lot to cover but I left feeling more confident about manual mode.
    5/5
    Fin
    2025-07-01
    I enjoyed the Beginners photography class recently. Olamide explained Aperture, IOS & shutter speed in simple terms & even sent me a breakdown of the terms by email. He was very passionate and very experienced in photography. If this class was offered again I would attend, it was a small class of 5 people which was a good size & enabled all of us to receive adequate attention, Olamide was friendly & experienced teacher.
    5/5
    Carolyn
    2025-05-28
    My daughter had a fantastic time at Olamide?s session. He was very knowledgeable and engaging, and went out of his way to include my daughter in everything even though her camera wasn?t quite up to the task. I wasn?t sure if she was going to enjoy such a long session but she loved it and stayed engaged throughout.
    5/5
    Luna
    2025-05-26

    The course was informative and Olimade was friendly and helpful.
    4/5
    Ged
    2025-05-26
    This is the second session I have attended with Olamide and it was another insightful and useful session. There were 4 of us in addition to Olamide and it was interesting to see the range of cameras. I found a setting on my camera that I had no idea was even there!
    5/5
    Caroline
    2025-03-31
    I really enjoyed this session. It was both fun and informative and lovely to spend time with people who are as keen to make improvements to their photography as I am. The host was helpful, engaging and had some really useful insights which I have taken away to practice such as experimenting more with my aperture settings.
    5/5
    Caroline Jonez
    2025-02-17

    Our class teacher Olamide was delightful, so friendly, warm and funny. He was attentive and made sure everyone had understood his instructions.
    4/5
    Leo
    2025-01-20
    Really enjoyed the session, learned a few new tricks from Olamide so will probably sign up for the night photography session in October if I can go.
    5/5
    Martin
    2024-08-12
    Thought it was excellent and I learnt a lot!
    5/5
    Tom
    2024-08-12

    Excellent group leader, well structured for the most part. The strongest parts were when we were given a ?theme? for 20 minutes and then met up to share pictures and get feedback.
    4/5
    Peter Willmot
    2024-08-12
    Great, learned some of the stuff I needed to know
    5/5
    David
    2024-07-15
    I really enjoyed this class and it was exactly what I was looking for. As a beginner photographer it was perfect for getting me started with my Nikkon DSLR camera. Olamide was very knowledgeable and did a very good job teaching us the basics we needed to know to get started and not overloading our brains with too much info.
    5/5
    Jennifer
    2024-03-18

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Olamide Bakare
    Olamide is a seasoned photographer with 12 years of expertise in portraits, fashion, events, and weddings. Beyond capturing moments, Olamide has dedicated over 8 years to sharing the passion as a photography mentor. Join Olamide in turning your moments into lasting memories and unlocking the art of visual storytelling!

    Olamide Bakare is available for private bookings

    I am available for remote tutoring, guiding enthusiasts like you through the art of visual storytelling, from mastering photography basics to executing major client briefs. Let's embark on a journey to elevate your skills and turn your hobby into a profitable business.

    PHOTOS
    Stockport Photography Group
    2025-07-02
    Title or Location: Wildlife

    Credit: David Massey

    Stockport Photography Group
    2025-06-04
    Title or Location: Lyme park
    Using my iPhone 16 to capture a close up of the bee on a flower during a recent visit around the gardens at Lyme park
    Credit: Joanne Hibbert
    Instagram: @cannonphotographer22
    Stockport Photography Group
    2025-04-23
    Title or Location: Quarry Bank Mill, Styal ,Cheshire
    17/04/2025 11.46 am Taken while on a Easter Egg hunt with grandson.I liked the colour of the leaves against the blue and white of the sky and the depth of the image.Nikon d7200, Nikon DX 35 mm 1.8 G1/500th, f5.6, Aperture Priority, 0.7 EV VIVIDNo post camera editing
    Credit: Pete Darbyshire

    Stockport Photography Group
    2025-03-17
    Title or Location: Above Stockport Transport Interchange
    The picture is the latest in a series of shots, taken during the build of Stockport Transport Interchange. Using drones gives a completely diffrent perspective of the world below and an insite not witnessed before As Stockport undergoes its much needed redevelopment, I am trying to document the changes along the way. Next, is the redevelopment of Greek Steet roundabout which is during to close on 31/3/25. I use drone photography as a way of relaxation from my day job, working on an e
    Credit: DMW Droneography
    Facebook: DMW Droneography
    Instagram: DMW Droneography

    Stockport Photography Group
    2025-03-06
    Title or Location: lochtreighead scotland.
    This photo was actually just taken with a cheap nokia mobile phone pressed up against the window of the train i was travelling to fort william on.The window was quite dirty and there is some reflection/light but still it turned out ok.Nokia G42 f/1.8 1/148 3.98mm iso100
    Credit: Richard richie richard
    Stockport Photography Group
    2025-02-10
    Title or Location: Great Orme, Llandudno
    Nothing technical about the shot, great light and well behaved subjects!Walking round the Orme starting at West Beach and round to Llandudno centre provided the view looking out to sea. You never know where the sheep or the goats will be grazing, but this day they were in a great position to get the wind farm in the background. January 2020, 13.14pm, ISO 80, 115mm, F4.9, 1/200sI think cropping the wind farm out might have even worked worked too?
    Credit: Gary Walton
    Facebook: Gary Walton
    Instagram: @canonomous27

    Detroit Photography Group
    2025-07-15
    Title or Location: Lewis Falls, Yellowstone National Park
    Our travel plans for fall 2020 were scrambled and we took a drive out west instead to the Tetons. Just north of there inside Yellowstone National Park we stopped at this waterfall.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: Roy Goldsberry

    Thornton Photography Group
    2025-07-11
    Title or Location: Aloha Kia, Oahu Hawaii
    Early evening shot of Rabbit Rock. Taken from the south shore of Oahu.
    Credit: Jeff Lawson 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
    Facebook: darren.ford.1865
    Instagram: darrenfordphotography

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