Half Day Peak District Photography Workshop
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About the experience
Central in a landlocked area that neighbours with South and West Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, Cheshire and Greater Manchester, the Peak District National Park is one of the most visually captivating areas of the British Isles, and on this inspiring and adventurous half day photography workshop, you'll have the opportunity to capture the best of it on camera! You'll have the choice to go on either the morning or afternoon session, both of which offer different locations but with plenty of potential for exploration and discovery. In the morning session, you'll be over near Derbyshire, at the deep and narrow valley of Padley Gorge, embarking on a route through tranquil ancient woodlands with the Burbage Brook quietly babbling over rocks. But if it's an afternoon session that's more of your preference, then you'll get to visit the site of the former Bolehill Quarry, where you'll be awestruck by how the land has gradually reclaimed this once bustling quarry for Peak District stone in the early 20th century, with the rows of graceful birch trees. Or for those who are either early birdies or night owls, there are early morning and early evening sessions available at one of the Peak District’s most picturesque view points at sunrise and sunset, among the Hope Valley’s famed heather fields as they are bathed in the light of early morning or the glow of dusk. Whichever session you go for, your tutor on both sessions, Alan, is not only your ideal guide to these areas, but also the man to learn some helpful photography techniques from, whether you're capturing wild flowers and fungi up close, the vibrant colours of the trees or simply taking in stunning panoramic views. You'll learn a lot, and you'll also get to spend it with like minded people, as you'll be in a small group of six participants, and you'll get to explore the Peak District as you never imagined before!
- A half day photography workshop in the Peak District
- Explore the Hope Valley with Alan
- Lots of amazing photo opportunities
- An explosion of colours and stunning vistas
- Photography workshop in the Peak District
- Individual tuition from a professional photographer
- You will be shown the best spots for taking stunning photos
- Work with your tutor to review your shots, try new ideas and improve your photography
- Welcome, preparation and set-up
- Capture close up macro or a wider perspective
- You will form part of a small group of six participants
- This is a voucher for the half day session which will be your choice of either Padley Gorge (morning), Bolehill Quarry (afternoon) or Hathersage (sunrise or sunset)
Padley Gorge
- Padley Gorge is a deep but narrow valley in the Peak District, Derbyshire
- The gorge is wooded with a stream, the Burbage Brook, at the bottom
Bolehill Quarry
- An area of outstanding natural beauty, this workshop walk takes in the heights of Millstone Edge and silver birch woodlands
Hathersage
- One of the best view points in the Peak District
- Perfect spot to admire the sunrise and sunset, surrounded by swathes of heather the Hope Valley is renowned for
Information
- Under 16's welcome but must be accompanied by a participating adult
- Workshops are suitable to any level of experience as 1 to 1 tuition is provided throughout
- A good, general level of fitness is required to be able to be able to deal with the walking and gradients involved
- Not suitable for spectators
Minimum Age: 16 years
- Vouchers are valid for use on one of the below dates only
- Due to popularity it is recommended you book well in advance to secure your preferred date
Half Day Workshop
- 17th August 2024 - 18:00pm - 21:30pm (Heathers Sunset)
- 18th August 2024 - 05:15am - 09:30am (Heathers Sunrise)
- 24th August 2024 - 05:15am - 09:30am (Heathers Sunrise)
- 9th November 2024 - 09:30am - 12:30pm (Padley Gorge) or 13:15pm - 16:15pm (Bolehill Quarry)
- 10 November 2024 - 09:30am - 12:30om (Padley Gorge) or 13:15pm - 16:15pm (Bolehill Quarry)
Equipment Requirements
- Any camera and lens is suitable - zoom and wide angle and macro lens are an advantage
- Tripod is advised, especially for doing close-up shots but also if booking the sunrise session
- A tripod can be hired for the workshop at £10 - please advise when booking your date if required
- A polariser filter is useful but not essential
- Remote Release cable is useful but alternatively, you can use the self-timer on the camera
Locations
- Derbyshire
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