BLACKPOOL
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Portraiture With Natural Light

Portraiture With Natural Light

Sunday 17 August
Lowther Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
Jayne Walsh
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.

In this class, we'll be each other's models. We'll take turns photographing one another using only natural light, with no flash or strobes. Together, we'll explore how to work with what's available, troubleshoot common challenges, make on-the-spot adjustments, and walk away with portraits we're proud of.
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£38      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 07 September
Lytham - 11am - 2 Hours
Jayne Walsh
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. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.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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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 05 October
Fairhaven, Lytham - 10:30am - 3 Hours
Jayne Walsh
Title: "Capturing Moments: A Beginner's Photography Workshop with a Pro!"

Are you ready to unlock the magic behind stunning photographs and take your camera skills to the next level? Join our beginner's photography workshop led by a seasoned professional.
Our expert will guide you through the basics, from understanding your camera settings to grasping the importance of composition. No prior experience is needed – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.
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£72      

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Saturday 01 November
Stanley Park Blackpool - 11am - 2 Hours
Jayne Walsh
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
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£28      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 07 December
Lytham - 11am - 2 Hours
Jayne Walsh
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. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
book now
£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 14 December
Fairhaven, Lytham - 11am - 3 Hours
Jayne Walsh
Title: "Capturing Moments: A Beginner's Photography Workshop with a Pro!"

Are you ready to unlock the magic behind stunning photographs and take your camera skills to the next level? Join our beginner's photography workshop led by a seasoned professional.
Our expert will guide you through the basics, from understanding your camera settings to grasping the importance of composition. No prior experience is needed – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.
book now
£72      

Nearby Photography Groups

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.
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£28      
Industrial Photography Meetup

Industrial Photography Meetup

Sunday 20 July
Brunswick Pl, North Docks - 10am - 2 Hours
Liverpool Photography Group
Valentina Passerini
Industrial photography is a photographic niche that perfectly fits with the history of the city of Liverpool and with its landscape.In this meetup, I will show the participants how to find interesting views and compositions whilst immersed in the landscape of the North dockswith industrial photography you can use buildings and other man-made structures in the same way other photographers use trees and rolling hills in landscape photography. Wind farms, harbours, cement works, power stations, quarries, pylons and building sites are just a few of the industrial landscapes you can photograph. The Liverpool docks are the perfect setting for this kind of photography meetup.We will be starting with an overview of landscape photography technique, how to decide what to take a picture of and how to compose shots, we will then move into settings and more technical challenges to get an idea of when the camera behaves best for landscapes.
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£28      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 26 July
Williamson Park - 11am - 2 Hours
Lancaster Photography Group
Darren Tyson, M.A.
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      

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      
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.
book now
£28      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 09 August
Williamson Park - 11am - 3 Hours
Lancaster Photography Group
Darren Tyson, M.A.
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       4 places left
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 16 August
Wigan Wallgate - 2pm - 2 Hours
Wigan Photography Group
James Lockley
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      
 Butterflies and Nature

Butterflies and Nature

Saturday 23 August
Williamson Park - 11am - 3 Hours
Lancaster Photography Group
Darren Tyson, M.A.
Join us for a serene photography meetup focused on capturing the beauty of butterflies and nature. Explore a vibrant outdoor setting where you'll have the opportunity to photograph these delicate creatures in their natural habitat, along with the surrounding flora. This meetup is perfect for nature enthusiasts and photographers of all levels. Bring your camera and creativity as we immerse ourselves in the wonders of the natural world!

Note: Entrance of £5 is not included in the ticket price.
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£72      

Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 23 August
Birkenhead Park - 12pm - 2 Hours
Birkenhead Photography Group
Marilyn Smith
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.
book now
£28      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 06 September
Birkenhead Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Birkenhead Photography Group
Marilyn Smith
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 13 September
Williamson Park - 11am - 3 Hours
Lancaster Photography Group
Darren Tyson, M.A.
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.
book now
£72      

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolour Techniques Class with Landscape

Watercolour Techniques Class with Landscape

Saturday 19 July
Fairfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Liverpool Watercolour Group
Nisali Siriwardene
In this session, we will explore how to create a landscape painting by starting with simple layers and gradually building up textures and depth. You'll learn how to use brushes to create various effects and expressions, making it perfect for beginners eager to master watercolor technique

We will be doing out doors. Please bring a portable chair if you have. Or we can find a bench. But it would be easier to have your own.

If you have a portable easel as well , please bring. It's not necessary. Wear enough layers to the weather.
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£28      
Beginner's Watercolour Meetup

Beginner's Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 26 July
Fairfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Liverpool Watercolour Group
Nisali Siriwardene
In this session, we will explore how to create a landscape painting by starting with simple layers and gradually building up textures and depth. You'll learn how to use brushes to create various effects and expressions, making it perfect for beginners eager to master watercolor techniques.
book now
£28      
Beginner's Watercolour Meetup

Beginner's Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 02 August
Fairfield - 10am - 2 Hours
Liverpool Watercolour Group
Nisali Siriwardene
In this session, we will explore how to create a landscape painting by starting with simple layers and gradually building up textures and depth. You'll learn how to use brushes to create various effects and expressions, making it perfect for beginners eager to master watercolor techniques.
book now
£28      

ABOUT BLACKPOOL
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 Blackpool .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Excellent Class. Loads of information and guidance with the practicle bits from Jayne. Now I'm keen to put it all into practice and learn how to use my camera properly. Really enjoyed the lesson. Thank you.
    5/5
    Keith
    2025-07-01
    I managed to learn quite a lot based around the Exposure Triangle. I finally used my "M"(Manual) setting on my DSLR. Good sized group (4) meant you could easily get time from the Host. The Quick Capture Cards sent out by the host after the event are very useful.
    4/5
    Peter
    2025-03-25
    Jayne was very knowledgeable and patient with me as a true beginner. I really enjoyed the day and hope to be able to attend future sessions!
    5/5
    Claire
    2025-03-25

    Really enjoyed doing the beginners class. I learnt a lot and now have a better understanding of my camera's settings. Jayne was very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend Blackpool Photography Group
    5/5
    Nell
    2025-03-25
    The class was great. Jayne is so knowledgeable in the field of photography. Jayne was very welcoming and took time to check everyone understood the sections of the class , individually throughout the day. Jayne also provided excellent advise and guidance throughout the day. The setting of Lytham Hall was perfect for learning. I will definitely book another course which Jayne when I can make it.
    5/5
    Mark
    2025-03-25
    Thoroughly enjoyed the course, found it very interesting & informative.
    5/5
    David
    2025-01-07

    A very enjoyable and practical session by Jayne, pitched just right for the group in terms of building on individuals' prior knowledge and skills. The pre-session information and handouts in the form of emailed PDFs were very useful and the location on the sea-front around Fairhaven Lake was perfect!
    5/5
    Alison
    2024-12-04
    I enjoyed the event. The organiser had sent some help cards for metering before the event that were specific to my camera which was very useful. On the day we went through different metering techniques and i learnt a lot. The organiser was also happy to answer any questions.
    5/5
    Jon
    2024-12-04
    Very good. Jayne listened, advised and explained everything in a way we could all understand . I learnt a lot in the 3 hours
    5/5
    Michelle
    2024-06-25

    I achieved my goal and was totally satisfied with the day, although I had some personal issues due to only being 5 weeks out of heart surgery , the course leader was superb and her attention to my needs was spot on, I was sorry to leave before the end but I had used up all my energy and needed rest
    5/5
    Craig
    2024-06-25
    I enjoyed the event, it was good to photograph a subject matter that i don?t normally shoot. The group size was spot on, any larger and i might not have got as much out of the event. I learned quite a bit from the tutor and also the individual/group discussions.
    4/5
    Jon Leach
    2024-02-14
    Enjoyed It.
    5/5
    Kath
    2024-02-13

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Jayne Walsh
    Jayne is a former press photographer who's work has been published in national and regional daily newspapers and magazines. She has a wealth of professional photography experience from riots to weddings to royal visits.

    Jayne is approachable and friendly and would like to help you build your confidence, understand how to capture light, enabling you to present the world through your lens.

    Jayne Walsh is available for private bookings

    Available for private tutoring, portraits and events. Available most days except Wednesday all day and Thursday mornings. Portraits will be in customers home or on location such a beach or hotel (with permission) nearby.

    PHOTOS
    Blackpool Photography Group
    2025-04-12
    Title or Location: Fairhaven Bank, Lytham St Anned
    Taken at dawn. View of Winter Hill Bolton, taken from the bank at Fairhaven looking over the Ribble estuary. Nikon D7100, Setting ISO 400, f8, 1/750 sec. 70 300 lens set at 300. Supported on monopod.
    Credit: Stephen Wilkinson

    Blackpool Photography Group
    2024-08-13
    Title or Location: Fleetwood
    As a bus driver we have many early starts so get to see some lovely sunrises, perks of the job. This was one such perk. Love it!
    Credit: Alan Jardine
    Blackpool Photography Group
    2024-05-26
    Title or Location: Grounds of Lytham Hall
    Taken on the still waters in the grounds of Lytham Hall, serene goose "reflecting" on life
    Credit: Lucas Morgan
    Facebook: Lucas Morgan
    Instagram: lmao.takes.photos

    Blackpool Photography Group
    2024-05-12
    Title or Location: It's my sweet secret &128521
    This photo is a panorama made of 8 photos and a 180? rotation.A Sony a7III camera and a Sony PZ 16-35 G lens were used and Lightroom was used for development.Thank you for the distinction.
    Credit: Wojtek Sontowski
    Instagram: voyson72

    Blackpool Photography Group
    2024-04-05
    Title or Location: LOCH SHIEL, Glenfinnan, loch view point
    Photo taken from Loch Shiel view point in Glenfinnan.Time of day - afternoon around 5.30pm.Camera - Sony a7IIILens - Sigma 24-70 Art.
    Credit: Wojciech Sontowski
    Instagram: voyson72
    Blackpool Photography Group
    2024-04-03
    Title or Location: St. Annes
    Hi,Photo taken spontaneously. After seeing a short with this beautiful beach entrance, I decided to find it. I jumped in the car and started looking. I found it just in time because the Sun was getting close to Sunset.Sony a7III, Sigma 24-70 f2.8 Art and some luck.
    Credit: Wojciech Sontowski
    Instagram: voyson72

    Christchurch Photography Group
    2025-07-17
    Title or Location: Monavale Gardens Christchurch NZ
    I had some time to spare before taking some family photos. The colours of these flowers definitely stood out to me and I have always liked threes....
    Credit: Monita Baird
    Facebook: Monitamayphotography
    Instagram: MonitaMayPhotography and monsmay

    Montreal Photography Group
    2025-07-17
    Title or Location: Lachine QC
    Whispers of the SkyA long-exposure photograph taken at the Lachine Canal in Montreal captures a serene lighthouse standing at the end of a pier, guiding silently over still waters. The sky above, alive with motion, streaks with ethereal clouds that stretch dramatically across the frame?painting a surreal, dreamlike atmosphere over this peaceful riverside scene.Tags:Lighthouse LongExposure Seascape SkyDrama PierPhotography CloudMovement WaterReflection TranquilScene LandscapePh
    Credit: David Ifrah
    Facebook: @david Ifrah
    Instagram: @davidsiphoto
    Geelong Photography Group
    2025-07-16
    Title or Location: Photo was taken in my studio. The subject was cut from a flowering tree in my back yard.
    This image is part of a series I did called 'Square Flowers'.
    Credit: Rod Howes
    Facebook: Rod Howes
    Instagram: RodHowes_archive

    Las Vegas Photography Group
    2025-07-16
    Title or Location: Back Yard, Las Vegas, NV
    I enjoy macro photography highlighting parts of everyday object wee usually overlook. In this picture, I noted the opening of the white rose petals to reveal the reds and oranges of the stamens and pistil against a golden glow formed from the light diffusing through the scene, like the opening of a painted paper fan.
    Credit: Lee Stahl
    Instagram: ig_fretless.photo

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