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Wildlife and Colour: Photography workshop for 7-11 year olds

Learn how to use a camera to capture light, colour and shade this half-term in the beautiful surroundings of Scotney Castle.

  • Booking essential

This workshop will focus on capturing the amazing wildlife and colour around Scotney Castle. From the buzzing bees and colourful butterflies to the quick moving squirrels, ducks and geese - participants will have a range of wonderful subjects to photograph.

Participants will learn how to use focus, focal distance, shutter speed and the burst setting to capture the wildlife in their surroundings sharply. Participants will compare using the camera's zoom vs using their feet to get closer (if possible), where to stand when taking wildlife photos and how to use the backgrounds behind the amazing wildlife creatively.

Participants will finish the workshops with a super set of wildlife images showing off their new skillset.

Instructions Student maximum numbers - 10

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All per workshop£42.00
All per workshop +DSLR camera loan£48.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 07969 466 572. Book at https://sharpshotsphotoclub.co.uk/kids-photography-courses/

Meeting point

Meet at the Scotney Castle visitor entrance.

What to bring and wear

This class is run completely outdoors and is weather dependent. Please bring waterproof clothing and a rucksack for any personal possessions.

Accessibility

The site is on a steep gradient but, with hard-surfaced paths and few steps, is largely suitable for mobility scooters and wheelchairs.

Other

This workshop is organised and run by Sharp Shots Photo Club. Enquiries should be made to info@sharpshotsphotoclub.co.uk or by calling 07969 466 572.

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