This is an exciting opportunity to work off-site and enjoy London’s green spaces, noticing the nature and wildlife that lives side by side with us in our city. Learn and practise the photography skills required to document animals and birds in London. Ideal for any level, those wishing to practise and hone their photography skills or build their photography portfolio with expert guidance on hand.
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Make images of nature and creatures in the company of an experienced wildlife, landscape and environmental photographer. Obviously we can’t guarantee the appearance of any particular creatures, but it’s common to see aquatic and other birds, squirrels and sometimes the odd farm animal. All make suitable subjects and you will still learn what you need to for a safari photography trip.
There will be quite a bit of distance involved but there will also be plenty of stops along the way. All routes are wheelchair friendly and cater to the needs of those that are not able to stand or walk for too long. You can bring a foldaway stool but the tutor will make sure there are plenty of rest stops. The tutor will have your phone numbers in case they need to get in touch in an emergency.Please be on time, the tutor can only wait max 15 mins for latecomers.
For February course (VY963) meet in the garden of Storey's Gate coffee shop on the corner of Birdcage Walk and Horse Guards Parade. Nearest stations are St. James's Park or Westminster.
For May course (VY956) meet at Canning Town Tube exit/entrance to London City Island
What will we cover?
Techniques and tips on how to take interesting images including composition, blur, focusing, panning, use of natural light, metering, shutter speed and camera settings
How to develop a project or single image that tells a story
Conceptual ideas for developing your photography in the areas of wildlife and environment
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Identify appropriate equipment and how to use it to photograph your chosen subjects
Use photographic techniques including focus, metering, use of natural lighting and weather, styles such as fill frame, detail and telephoto photography
Have increased confidence in photographing your subject and how best to photograph them in varying conditions
Use storytelling techniques to help you decide on the best shot for a project or single shot
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
All skill levels
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The class will be taught in the field, and there will be group discussions and opportunities for one-to-ones for those that require them during the session. You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the day.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You will need to bring a drink and snacks. Please bring your camera with fully charged (and ideally a spare set of) batteries and plenty of room on your memory card. Tripods are useful but not essential. As there is a lot of walking, it is your decision as to what to carry. Do check the weather report and dress appropriately. You may need waterproof clothing and a plastic bag to keep your camera dry.
Please bring an oyster card or contactless as there may be bus travel.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Try our Nature and Wildlife or Red and Fallow Deer photography walks, or our longer Creative Nature and Landscape course. City Lit has other photography walks, such as the River Thames and London Bridges walks.
Rachel is an award-winning professional photographer and film maker. She has displayed her work in various parts in the UK, France and the US. She has a first class degree in Wildlife and Environmental Photography and an MA in Wildlife Documentary Production. She teaches a variety of photography courses, workshops and one-to-ones to both adults and children. At City Lit she currently teaches Beginners Photography, Creative Nature Photography, Mindful Photography and Creative Wildlife Photography in London Parks. Rachel produces personal photography projects, sometimes in collaboration, e.g. with the Royal Air Force on a project about the women who took part in the Battle of the Atlantic. This was displayed in central Liverpool and the docks during the commemorations. Rachel fosters a warm and empathic environment in her class so that students feel supported by each other and are encouraged to explore their creativity with an emphasis on skills development, wellbeing benefits and having fun!
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Ideal for any level, those wishing to practise and hone their photography skills or build their photography portfolio with expert guidance on hand.</p><ul><li>Techniques and tips on how to take interesting images including composition, blur, focusing, panning, use of natural light, metering, shutter speed and camera settings</li><li>How to develop a project or single image that tells a story</li><li>Conceptual ideas for developing your photography in the areas of wildlife and environment</li></ul><ul><li>Identify appropriate equipment and how to use it to photograph your chosen subjects</li><li>Use photographic techniques including focus, metering, use of natural lighting and weather, styles such as fill frame, detail and telephoto photography</li><li>Have increased confidence in photographing your subject and how best to photograph them in varying conditions</li><li>Use storytelling techniques to help you decide on the best shot for a project or single shot</li></ul><p>All skill levels</p><p>The class will be taught in the field, and there will be group discussions and opportunities for one-to-ones for those that require them during the session. 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