PETERBOROUGH
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Upcoming Events

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 12 October
Mayor's Walk - 10am - 2 Hours
Mark Parker
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.

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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£26      
Intro to Astro Photography

Intro to Astro Photography

Sunday 27 October
Elton - 7pm - 2 Hours
Mark Parker
Do you gaze up at the night sky with wonder? What about looking up at the stars and thinking, how old that light you are seeing is? Maybe you watch as day and night morph into one, and the stars come out to play.

This meetup is going to cover off everything you need to know to start capturing amazing single shot astrophotography and a few extra bits of helpful advice. The learnt basics of capturing a single frame will form the building blocks of your astrophotography journey. Think of this meetup as your first step on that journey or for those who have already started, maybe a road sign.

Astrophotography looks amazing and packs a real punch, however, you do not need to spend a fortune to partake. Does gear make a difference, the simple answer is yes, but it is not the deciding factor when it comes to astrophotography. This meetup will look at planning your session, camera settings, required equipment. I want this meetup to help you maximise your current gear as your start capturing milky way shots.
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£26      
The City at Night

The City at Night

Sunday 10 November
Peterborough City Centre - 7pm - 2 Hours
Mark Parker
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
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£26      

Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Sunday 24 November
Ferry Meadows - 10am - 2 Hours
Mark Parker
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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£26      
ABOUT PETERBOROUGH
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 Peterborough .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Just right for me. Only managed 2hrs of the 3hr course, but I learnt and understood the the theory. Also gained an insight into lenses and other courses on offer. Excellent- Thank You
    5/5
    Ian
    2024-08-20
    It was really good that it was a small group and that whilst we spent some time talking through the principles and being shown some good examples, much of the session was actually trying it in practice with on-hand advice to discuss photo options and approaches, and provide valuable advice on even on past photos as to how one could have improved it, which was very helpful
    5/5
    Rebecca
    2024-07-12
    very relaxed, positive and enjoyable session to learn in
    5/5
    Ian
    2024-07-11

    A fun and informative course, Mark is always very friendly and explains methods and techniques in an easy and understandable manner.
    5/5
    Scott
    2024-07-09
    I really enjoyed the morning with Mark....knowing nothing at the beginning of the session and with Mark sharing the basics with the group throughout our time with him, I felt I was beginning to get it. Mark was patient, helpful and enthusiastic. Happy to recommend.
    5/5
    Sarah
    2024-05-09
    It was a great photography experience where I learned new skill and techniques as an amateur photographer. Mark is super friendly and helpful with a tonne of expertise, plus with it being such a small group, we had all the 1-2-1 time we needed with questions etc.
    5/5
    Scott Phillips
    2023-08-29

    Great event, learned alot more than I imagined I would, Mark was a fantastic host and couldn't be more helpful, he's a great teacher.
    5/5
    Lewis
    2023-03-07
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Mark Parker
    Everyone calls Mark, Happy Bob (misspent youth!) and he's a 20-year plus multi award-winning photographer and videographer, based in Peterborough, UK 2013 although he travels all over the county and to destinations if needed.

    He tends to do a lot of wedding photography and editorial, but I also does other work such as corporate, events dog and horse photography and families. He loves street photography too, but he rarely gets a chance to indulge his passion.
    PHOTOS
    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-09-27
    Title or Location: Carvoeiro Portugal
    Took this Beautiful Sunset Photo last October over the Sea. In Carvoeiro Portugal.Such Wonderful Sunsets here. The cove is so beautiful just to sit and relax and watch the sunset over the sea. Just Magical
    Credit: Cathy Hannan
    Facebook: Cathy Hannan
    Instagram: @cathyh44

    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-09-24
    Title or Location: Moreton island. Queensland
    While travelling around Australia me and my partner lived on Moreton island for couple of months working on an oyster farm. This has to be one of my favourite places on this planet. We would watch the sunset after a long days work with a beer!
    Credit: Ollie atterton
    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-09-20
    Title or Location: North Beach, Tenby, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
    This was my first proper attempt at doing a long exposure shot at sunrise. I was on a family holiday to Tenby, which itself is a stunning location/ area to visit. I was up at around 4:45 and headed to the beach , having used a sun directional app, i choose the spot where I wanted to be on the beach. Funny thing is I forgot to to bring the camera quick release plate for the tripod..! So ended up balancing the camera on my rucksack. Settings used ISO:400 Focal length: 25mm F18 S/S: 6 sec. Lightr
    Credit: Jonathan Paice
    Facebook: Through the Drone Lens
    Instagram: ttdl.photography

    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-09-17
    Title or Location: The Patch MK
    The sunflowers were due to be cut down in the week after this photo was taken on the Summer Bank Holiday, which coincided with some great weather. It gave a feeling of wanting to grasp onto the tail end of the summer holidays and the long awaited warmer weather just before we enter September and brace ourselves for the shorter days and longer nights.
    Credit: Kevin Yuen
    Instagram: truthkindnessbeauty

    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-09-13
    Title or Location: Skomer island Pembrokeshire Wales
    Having spent two days on the island we were lucky to get a fantastic sunset and these Puffins known as the clowns of the sea were such lovely models
    Credit: Tony garratty
    Instagram: NikonGasman
    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-09-09
    Title or Location: Woodwalton Fen
    Nature photography is one of my favourite hobbies. I took this photo on my walk in Woodwalton Fen a beautiful reserve which is a refuge for thousands of species of fen animals and plants, many of which are found nowhere else in the country. It is a National Nature Reserve, a Ramsar site, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and a Special Area of Conservation (SAC)."https://www.greatfen.org.uk/woodwalton-fen
    Credit: Dee

    Wichita Photography Group
    2024-10-03
    Title or Location: Pawnee Prairie Park
    I was enjoying the nice, cool outdoors with my dad while hiking. We enjoy spending some time together almost every Sunday morning. We are really excited to hike in the winter. I love the chance to just cherish good moments with family.
    Credit: Natasha Orton
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557268966919
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natorton_photo/
    St Albans Photography Group
    2024-10-03
    Title or Location: Castle Combe
    I take this photo from one of Restaurant from that place,its looks look but nice the ambiance is nice iy feels like you go back in time.
    Credit: Glen
    Instagram: glen0102
    Oshawa Photography Group
    2024-10-03
    Title or Location: This photo was taken at my home studio, in North Oshawa.
    Saw this lovely idea on the net where you place the heart bowl under the blanket and then lay the baby in it. Leave the impression of the bowl shape. Tried it with this little lady. Love the effect. www.littlebearphotography.ca
    Credit: Diane Schlichting
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559062738462
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlebearphotographyca/

    Sacramento Photography Group
    2024-09-30
    Title or Location: Taken along 7th Street, Sacramento, CA.
    1/30 SS, F8, ISO 80. Even trash can be beautiful.
    Credit: Ed Nordstrom
    Providence Photography Group
    2024-09-30
    Title or Location: Bristol RI
    Taken at the Bamboo forest at Blithewold Mannor in Bristol RI
    Credit: Mark David
    Instagram: Markdavid_photography
    Sutherland Photography Group
    2024-09-30
    Title or Location: My garden -Riverwood NSW
    Cockatoo enjoying my Gymea Lilly flower . I love growing native plants and flowers to attract the local wildlife . The flower has looked amazing for a few weeks and now that it?s done the birds can enjoy it .
    Credit: Joanne Lowe
    Instagram: @jonbo82l

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