# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Camera - Portobello Photography School - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:30 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 03:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Demystify the settings of your DSLR on this one-day intensive workshop with the support of photographer Alicia BruceAbout this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f066c440-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Demystify the settings of your DSLR on this one-day intensive outdoor workshop with the support of photographer and experienced educator Alicia Bruce. Start the day with a delicious hot drink courtesy of The Little Green Van.Over the course of the day you will learn how to get better quality photographs and move away from the automatic settings.We will cover:ExposureShutter SpeedApertureISOFocal LengthCompositionContextand much more.Our base for the day with be picturesque Portobello Promenade (subject to change depending on distancing rules), beach and surrounding area.All students will be provided with a workshop schedule and some introductory learning resources.About the tutorAlicia Bruce has 20 years of photographic experience and over 10 years teaching experience and a teaching qualification. She is currently Teaching Fellow in Fine Art and Photography at Edinburgh College of Art the University of Edinburgh. She also taught popular photography weekends at Street Level Photoworks, Glasgow for over a decade.Alicia has exhibited and published her photography internationally winning several awards, including the Royal Scottish Academy Morton Award. Her work is held in several public and private collections, including National Galleries of Scotland and Museum of Contemporary Photography, Chicago. Recent commissions include Zero Tolerance’s ‘Violence Unseen’, ‘209 Women’ at the UK Parliament, ‘Our World Heritage’ for Edinburgh World Heritage. Her teaching page is: https://aliciabruce.co.uk/teaching/About PortobelloPortobello is Edinburgh's seaside suburb with a thriving, dynamic community, beach and promenade and ever-changing sea and skyscape. It is 20 minutes by bus from the city centre.Who is the course suitable for?This course is suitable for absolute beginners, enthusiasts and experienced practitioners moving from analogue to digital.What to bring?Participants should bring a DSLR camera or another camera including mirrorless and compact with manual capabilities with batteries charged and a cleared memory card, a notebook and pen.A tripod is optional.Lunch and/or snacks for yourself.A 45 minute lunch break (1pm - 145pm) is allocated for participants to enjoy their own lunch purchased from one of the multiple options available locally.Dress for the changeable weather in Edinburgh. Wind and waterproof items are recommended. The tutor will likely be in waterproofs and wellies.Release of liability.Everyone taking part in this Portobello Photography School activity does so at their own risk. The host assumes no responsibility for anyone attending this event. The host will not be held responsible for any accident, injury or loss occurring as a result of any event or in connection with travel to such event, however caused. By signing up to the event or attending the participant agrees to these terms and conditions.Participants consent to receive medical treatment that may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, accident, and/or illness during this event.Refund Policy.You can cancel or change your booking at any time within 30 days of the event. Eventbrite's fee is non-refundable. Should the host have to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances you will be offered a free transfer to the next course. All course transfer requests incur a £15 transfer fee up to 14 days before the workshop, £35 transfer fee up until 48 hours before, no refunds therafter. P articipants must transfer themselves via their eventbrite booking. The host cannot do this on your behalf. By booking you are agreeing to these terms.Unfortunately, gift vouchers cannot be refunded but you can transfer as above.PUBLIC TOILETS IN PORTOBELLO:- 4 Bath Street, EH15 1EY https://maps.app.goo.gl/feCb2xLMSumBAQgN8- Pipe Lane (with accessible toilet – behind Oscars chip van on the Prom), EH15 1 BRhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/H7HeNonDMkD59mWe8- -------------------------Covid-19, Important Information.This course will be following the most current Scottish Government Covid-19 advice. Participants must adhere to the most up to date restrictions and hygiene procedures. It is expected that all participants shall follow the most up to date distancing advice and hygiene procedures at all times. The host reserves the right to dismiss participants who do not respect the procedures or the rights of others to learn safely.Any participant displaying or has been in recent contact with someone displaying symptoms of Covid-19 at the time of the event should NOT attend unless we are working online instead of in person. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f09611a0-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dc080868-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f0d2a570-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w1200-h713-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/f1015690-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dc5898d8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/f132ede0-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dc085868-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/f162d780-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dcf86808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/f198dba0-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/f1d19ee0-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dcc80808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/f20b2570-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f21b03f0-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8c808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f2641ae0-a4a2-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/the-camera-portobello-photography-school/100001992368791689 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: Promenade - Little Green Van - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 79.79, max: 79.79, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Promenade - Little Green Van - **lat**: 55.9519519 - **long**: -3.1034995 - **full address**: Promenade - Little Green Van, Promenade, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Camera - Portobello Photography School - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/f9691683eef6c216cd3658102a6eab16814be49852160d19db1c6e07ad846de7-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc777777-gmir.jpg?v=1782357800 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Camera - Portobello Photography School being held? - **A:** The Camera - Portobello Photography School takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:30 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Promenade - Little Green Van, Promenade, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Camera - Portobello Photography School? - **A:** The Camera - Portobello Photography School is organized by Portobello Photography School. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Camera - Portobello Photography School is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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