Long Exposure Workshop Cornwall
Long Exposure Workshop Cornwall
More Info:
Location, Cornwall
Small group size Maximum of Three
One-to-one tuition
Best use of Cokin Filters
Colour and black and white techniques
Fine-tuning of composition
Image reviews and critiques
In-depth feedback on your photographs
Post-processing in Lightroom and Photoshop optional
Unlimited follow-up email advice
This course covers both the technical and creative skills needed to make rewarding long exposure photographs. You will quickly develop knowledge for the impact of the different strength neutral density filters have on the image, and then combine this with an understanding of the impact of varying shutter speeds. It can be the less long exposures, of a few seconds rather than minutes, that often create the most satisfying images and lead to prints that have a more satisfying tonal range, especially in black and white.
How fit do I need to be
We'll not be climbing mountains. Most of the walks to locations are short and on the flat, although some of the places we visit are away from the main paths and sometimes this means the terrain will be uneven or boggy and occasionally uphill.
Why Choose This Workshop
The group size is never more than three photographers, whereas other courses, workshops, and tours often have many more. This smaller group size means you will receive more personal tuition out on location, plus we can visit more varied locations and have more elbow room when we get there. At the location you'll not line up to take the same photograph as the people standing next to you; instead, you'll be encouraged and shown how to develop your own creative style and make photographs that are unique to you.
During our time together I work as hard as I can to create a unique, fun, and inspiring experience, while also providing photographers with a structured framework for instruction and learning. This means you will learn as much as possible during the course and leave feeling that you have developed significantly both your vision and the creative style of your photography.
St Michael's Mount, Botallack Tin Mines, Landsend, and the iconic Porth Nanven are just a few of the stunning locations we may visit.
"I would recommend you have the following with you on the day"
THIS IS ONLY A GUIDELINE:
CAMERA - A digital SLR is preferable but we may also be able to work creatively if you have a good ‘bridge’ camera. If in doubt I suggest you contact me and we can discuss.
TRIPOD – For effective and creative landscape photography you really need one of these. I carry spare tripods for those who don't own one.
SHUTTER RELEASE CABLE - These are quite cheap to purchase if you don’t already have one and are definitely a good idea as they lessen the chance of camera shake and blurred photo’s.
DIGITAL MEMORY CARDS – Ensure you have a high capacity memory card or a good supply of smaller ones!!
BATTERIES - you really don't want to run out – always have a spare if possible!
CAMERA BAG – We may be walking for a mile or two so a comfortable camera bag that is easy to carry is a good idea!
FILTERS – Not a requirement but something we could look at before you buy. I have filters at hand for you to try.
LAPTOP – We will usually have some opportunity during the workshop to look at some ‘post processing’ in lightroom so it would be a good idea to bring you laptop if you have one.
WATERPROOFS, GOOD WALKING BOOTS, WELLINGTON'S
Frequently Asked Questions:
What happens in poor weather?
If the weather forecast is poor we can arrange to change the one to one session to another date at no additional cost.
How long do one to one, half day sessions last?
Standard tuition sessions usually last around 4 hours depending on the time of the year, weather conditions & driving distance.
Can I contact you after the workshop for feedback and answers to any questions that I have?
Of Course, I am always happy to answers questions and queries and this is a service many participants utilize both leading up to and following their workshop.
I’m always keen to hear how you are getting on in your photographic journey and to offer you encouragement and support.
I want you to get as much pleasure from your photography as I do, and it will give me great satisfaction to be a part of your photography journey.
INSURANCE
It is a good idea for you to have your own insurance, Ian Mayou Photography assumes no liability for any act, error, omission, injury, loss damage to any persons or property arising from any cause during the workshop, or transit to or from locations.
Each client must except that there is always an element of risk in outdoor photography workshops and it is always up to them to be aware of risks relating to weather, tides and walking around the landscape.
Ian Mayou Photography assumes no liability for any injury, illness, death, accident or loss of personal property or expenses in any way.
