Hartland Quay Seascapes Photography Workshop - Join me for this photo workshop to the best coastal and dramatic parts of Devon.
Summary
Location: North Devon - Hartland Quay
Dates:
Fri 6th - Sun 8th Dec 2024 - 3 Days/2 Nights
Thu 20th - Sun 23rd Feb 2025 - 4 Days/3 Nights
Participants: Max 4
Fitness: 3. Moderate
Photography Workshop Event Details: Devon
Description: Our Devon Photography Workshops are carefully crafted to provide you with an immersive and educational experience. Led by experienced and passionate photographers, these workshops offer a structured learning environment that ensures personal development and skill enhancement. From the moment you join us, you'll be guided through the intricacies of seascape photography, learning new techniques and refining your artistic vision.
Description/Itinerary
Devon Photography Workshops Details
The Ultimate Seascape Photography Workshop Experience
Our Devon Photography Workshops are carefully crafted to provide you with an immersive and educational experience. Led by experienced and passionate photographers, these workshops offer a structured learning environment that ensures personal development and skill enhancement. From the moment you join us, you'll be guided through the intricacies of seascape photography, learning new techniques and refining your artistic vision.
Workshop Itinerary
Our 3-day workshop takes you on a journey through some of the most breathtaking coastal locations in North Devon. Each day is carefully planned to maximize your learning and capture the beauty of the region. Here's a glimpse into what you can expect:
Day 1: Arrival and Introduction
Meet at the specified location and time, where our expert photography instructor will greet you.
Get acquainted with fellow workshop participants and enjoy a workshop introduction and briefing.
Embark on your first location shoot at Hartland Quay, one of the UK's most dramatic seascape locations.
After a productive day of shooting, check in at the designated Hotel/B&B.
Optional sunset shoot, depending on light/time of year/forecast.
Wrap up the day with an evening meal and optional picture reviews.
Day 2 & 3: Capturing the Beauty of Devon
Start the day with a possible sunrise shoot, taking advantage of the magical early morning light.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out for another location shoot.
Take a break for lunch to refuel and recharge.
Continue your exploration of Devon's coastal wonders with additional location shoots.
Engage in photo reviews and editing sessions, where you'll receive valuable feedback and learn post-processing techniques.
Optional sunset shoots, capturing the golden hour and the mesmerising beauty of the coastline.
Conclude each day with an evening meal, where you can engage in optional picture reviews and further discussions with fellow participants.
Final Day: Departure
Start the day with a possible sunrise shoot, making the most of your last opportunity to capture the stunning coastal landscapes.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and prepare for your final location shoot.
After a productive morning, take a break for lunch to reflect on your journey and the skills you've acquired.
Bid farewell to your fellow workshop participants and depart with a newfound appreciation for seascape photography and the beauty of Devon.
Workshop Locations
Devon is a treasure trove of stunning locations that cater to every photographer's vision and preferences. Here are just a few examples of the breathtaking locations we may visit during our workshop:
Hartland Quay - Our base and one of the UK's most dramatic seascape locations, featuring long slithers of rock formations and a fierce tide.
Bude - A charming coastal town known for its picturesque beaches and stunning cliffs.
Clovelly - A favourite spot for lunch, with its beautiful harbour and unique charm.
Sandymouth - A sandy beach with rock formations offering a blend of natural beauty and rugged landscapes.
Croyde - A popular surfing destination with sandy beaches and rolling waves.
Welcombe Bay -A hidden gem known for its tranquil beauty and stunning rock formations.
Saunton Sands - A vast sandy beach that stretches for miles, offering endless opportunities for photography.
Coombesgate - A secluded cove with dramatic cliffs and breathtaking views.
Woolacombe - An award-winning sandy beach with rolling dunes and crystal-clear waters.
Westward Ho - A unique coastal village is known for its expansive sandy beach and stunning sunsets.
Please note that the final itinerary will be provided 5-7 days before the workshop, considering weather, tide times, and any other local seasonal factors. We aim to ensure that you have the best possible experience and capture the beauty of Devon's coastal landscapes.
Booking/Terms
Purchase this photography workshop as a gift voucher for someone - just specify the event date on the voucher purchase checkout.
Places
3 Places
Availability will be marked as sold out if all spaces sold; otherwise, if not, there are spaces available.
Travel and Accommodation
There is an option (with a supplementary fee - £50) to travel from and back to Coventry in my vehicle. This can be confirmed/paid for separately on request.
Travel to and from locations and back to the rendezvous point
B&B or Hotel accommodation – single occupancy basis (double occupancy available on request)
Terms
Please read my terms and conditions before booking, as you will be bound by them upon receipt of money paid.
Deposit
A deposit payment secures your place on the workshop. If the workshop does not proceed due to cancellation by Alan Ranger Photography for lack of demand, you will get a full refund or offered alternative dates.
If you cancel, you will lose the entire deposit.
The balance payment must be paid 90 days before the event start date.
Cancellation or Bad Weather
On the rare occasion that severe weather conditions prevent any of the photography workshops from safely or practically going ahead, other dates will be offered if a 1 day, 4hr or 2.5hr event.
If it is a residential 2+ day workshop, then Alan will be able to provide alternative options, including indoor training on photo editing or any other photography topic. If the whole event is postponed due to weather forecasts, alternative dates or events can be booked.
Max and Min Participants
Workshop dates subject to the minimum number of participants (2)
In the event of insufficient bookings, alternative dates will be offered though Alan may, at his discretion, run the workshop with less.
Maximum group size 4 attendees.
Included/Excluded in price
Included in price
All photographic tuition and advice to help you make those shots
Knowledge and experience of locations to maximise your time
One to one tuition throughout the event
Image feedback throughout the event
Optional sunset/sunrise shoots - dependant on conditions and wishes of participants
Evening meal reservations booked for you to enjoy a friendly and relaxing evening together discussing photography and getting to know each other.
Optional image reviews when back the hotel/B&B where time allows and is practical to do so.
Excluded in price
Cancellation insurance
Equipment insurance
Lunches
Evening Meals
Drinks
Other Information
Participants are responsible for attending with appropriate footwear and are responsible for their own equipment.
Under 16's welcome but must be accompanied by a paying adult.
All bookings must be made in advance through Alan Ranger Photography website.
Bookings are confirmed within 24hrs & joining instructions will be emailed out 4-7 days prior to the event date.
Optional post workshop image review and feedback on your images available on request via an online Zoom meeting.
Difficulty/Equipment
Fitness level Required - Moderate
This trip is rated as moderate, meaning that a reasonable level of fitness is required to walk for 20-30min stints without issue. There will be a mixture of terrains underfoot so stability on your feet is necessary.
Experience Level - Beginner to Intermediate
The workshop is suitable for any level, including beginners.
All participants receive 1-2-1 tuition and support on practical workshops so that tutoring can be tailored to the individual’s needs and experience.
No prior knowledge of photography is required as each student will be taught individually, according to their level.
Equipment for this workshop
What to bring:
Your camera, fully charged battery and spare batteries if you have them.
Battery Charger if attending more than one day
Additional memory card(s) in case required
Remote Release Cable to take shots without touching the camera.
Any lenses are suitable - zooms, wide-angle and macro
Tripod (essential) I can hire you one - the cost is £20 but let me know in advance if you want one.
A polarising filter is useful for removing glare and reflections but not essential
Graduated and Neutral Density Filters - useful for increasing exposure, dynamic range and doing longer exposures
Sensible footwear – it can sometimes be muddy, wet and sticky underfoot so walking boots or trainers with good grip are recommended and wellington boots for coastal workshops.
A large sandwich bag and an elastic band to wrap around your camera and lens if we have light rain
A kneeling mat or dustbin liner to put on the ground if you want to kneel or crouch down for ground-level shots
Water, snacks or whatever you need for the event duration
Raincoats or equivalent – we might catch a shower!
Notebook/Paper and pen for note-taking in throughout the workshop
Laptops are not required though you may wish to bring one if you feel you want to download and review your shots after each day
Download the generic residential workshop equipment checklist.
If you have any specific questions regarding equipment please contact me directly or take a look at my recommended products page.
Location
Location
North Devon
Gallery
My Approach
My Objective: Is to Improve Your Photography
“A good teacher gives you a gift for the rest of your life.”
That doesn’t mean “trophy” images – it’s the means to create images you like.
I aim to.
Provide you with an educational, fun, safe, well organised experience.
1. Help you improve your camera craft – settings and use of functions.
2. Help you use your equipment more effectively – lenses, tripods, filters etc.
3. Help you improve your creative thinking and composition.
4. Help you develop an approach to improving your landscape photography.
On this workshop Alan will guide you through:
Thinking more about composition
Using colour, texture, shape and more
Framing and designing the shot
Using camera settings to vary the effects
Learn the impact of using long exposure, shallow depth of field and other techniques.
Recognise correct lighting, contrast and texture to shape and form each shot.
Work with Alan to review your shots, try new ideas and improve your photography.