Aim
Have you ever struggled with what kind of settings to use to get those trailing lights?
Do you want to use light as a brush tool to explode your creativity?
In this workshop I will guide you how to capture the magic of Brighton by Night in an explorative and experimental play with Night Photography.
I will introduce you to the basic techniques which we will practise around Brighton and open the way for a whole new world in your creativity.
Along the way, I will be giving you constructive feedback and advice on how to improve your night photography and I will be encouraging you to share your photos with your peers.
All levels welcome
Objectives
At the end of the workshop you will be able to:
- Understand the key principles of night photography, how to read, use, and play with low light to create mood and impact
- Get hands-on experience capturing your own night shots around Brighton, experimenting with exposure, composition, and colour
- Reflect on your creative process and talk about how you approached each image—from technical choices to artistic intent
General Workshop Outline
Meeting
Introductions
Explaining briefly the main workshop themes with student contributions and questions
Extended Practice Session
You will be taking night photographs walking along Brighton centre and/or seafront and applying the workshop themes into practice.
You can follow the tasks I will be giving you or you can choose to shoot freely after you feel confident with the basics. I will be answering your questions and giving you individual attention and practical tips on how to achieve your desired results by controlling your camera settings.
Feedback
I will be giving you feedback along our practice session during and at the end of each practical assignment and I will be encouraging you to share your photos with your peers and contribute to each other's photos with constructive feedback.
Handouts
At the end of the workshop, I will be sending you e-handouts by email.
Camera guidelines
- Ideally, an SLR or mirrorless camera with a BULB setting(digital if you want digital, film if you want film) are the best types of cameras you can have if you want to really explore and experiment with photography
- basic knowledge of how to use your camera although not absolutely necessary
- a camera that can shoot at least 30 secs of long exposure shots and/or have a BULB setting
- a tripod
- a remote control for your camera
- a flash ( the inbuilt camera flash or an external one if you have one)
- warm clothes if the night is cold
- enthusiasm and imagination
Refund & Cancellation Policy
No refunds:
- if you cancel within 15 days from the start of the course.
- if the course is cancelled but a new date is scheduled
- if you stop attending it or any sessions of it
If the workshop runs through Evolution Arts Check with them about their cancellation policy at
https://www.evolutionarts.org.uk
Minimum Age
18 years old is the minimum age for participants to attend this workshop on their own. For younger children please contact me.
If the workshop runs through Evolution Arts, 18 years old is the minimum age for participants to attend.
Group Size
Workshops are kept small for a reason — with only 2–8 people, you’ll receive personal feedback and tailored guidance while enjoying a relaxed, friendly outdoor setting. It’s the perfect mix of group energy and individual attention.
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