Summer Photography Workshop: Focussing on Composition
Capture the spectacular waterlily display, and utilise the summer colours to improve your photo composition skills.
- Booking essential
Perfect your photography skills with professional photographer Roger Bloxham and capture the serenity and elegance of waterlilies on the lake at Sheffield Park and Garden. With access before the garden opens, the workshop begins with a chance to use your camera in the peace of the garden in the early morning light. As the day progresses, this course led by professional photographer, Roger Bloxham, will allow you to add to your knowledge base, develop a range of photography skills and try out new techniques with fellow enthusiasts.
The course runs from 8:00am-12:30pm, with a hot drink and a slice of cake included in the price, which is served at the end of the session in the Coach House Café.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult | £40.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
The majority of garden is accessible, there are some slopes and paths made of a non-gravel surface. The Coach House Café is fully accessible.
- Meeting point
Meet at reception 10 minutes before the workshop starts.
- Suitability for children
Only suitable for adults.
- What to bring and wear
Please bring your own camera. Wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. The grounds of Sheffield Park and Garden are extensive so expect quite a lot of walking.
- Other
If you would like to buy additional drinks or refreshments within the session, you can buy these at The Shant. Please note The Shant is cash only. For the course you will need: 1. Your camera with a medium-range zoom (about 28-70) - please ensure that you have undone any changes that you have made to the camera settings so that as far as possible it is programmed as it was when it came out of the factory 2. A fully-charged battery and a clean memory card in the camera and a spare of both in your bag You may wish to bring: A bottle of water Feel free to contact Roger via enquiries@rogerbloxham.co.uk with any questions.
Upcoming events
Lakes and Lilies Festival
Our picturesque lakes burst with colour during the summer. From the jewel-like waterlilies to swathes of wildflowers or the explosions of colour from the rhododendrons. There is something for everybody!
Sound Baths in the Garden
Our summer sound baths, led by Sound Therapist Brighitta, are offered as a pause to truly rest, receive, and connect with yourself.
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Get a ducks-eye-view of Sheffield Park this summer when you take to the water on a paddleboard! Moxie Unleashed are offering fun-filled SUP sessions for complete beginners through to experienced paddlers.
Summer Poetry Workshop with Poet Siân Thomas
Join local poet Siân Thomas on a summer-themed poetry workshop here at Sheffield Park and Garden.