Half-term Family Photography workshop Lake District (multiple dates)

Focus On… Family: A Creative Phone Photography Adventure

📍 Tarn Hows, Lake District. 2 hours Max 5 people per booking – either 2 adults & 3 children (aged 6–17), or 1 adult & 4 children.Got a bigger crew? Extra family members can be added for a small fee – just pop me an email at for details.

Leave the selfies behind and step into the frame together! This joyful, nature-based workshop is all about creating memories, not just capturing them. Using just your phone camera and a little creative curiosity, you’ll learn how to notice more, compose better, and tell visual stories – all while having a brilliant time outdoors as a family.

Whether you’re posing in puddles, spotting reflections in the lake, or turning tree bark into abstract art, this session is full of surprises, connection, and creative discovery.

• 2-hour guided photography session for the whole family
• Simple techniques for framing, focus and creativity using your phone
• Fun photo challenges designed for all ages and abilities
• Time to explore, laugh and learn together
• Follow-up email with extra tips and photo prompts to keep the creativity flowing
• As a bonus, your tutor will take a relaxed family portrait at the end of the workshop – delivered digitally with love. Please allow an extra 20 minutes for this little moment of magic.

We’ll be gently walking around beautiful Tarn Hows – an accessible, family-friendly loop with stunning views, reflections, trees, open skies and natural textures galore. Perfect for capturing both landscape shots and little moments of wonder.

If you prefer an alternative location I can travel to you. Again- just pop me an email at for details.

• How to make the most of your phone camera
• Composing better photos (without shouting “stand still!” every 5 seconds)
• Getting creative with reflections, shadows, angles and textures
• How to see like a photographer – even if you’re 7 years old

• A phone with a working camera (one per family is fine, more if you want) or a camera.
• Weather-appropriate clothing and comfy shoes
• Water/snacks if needed – we’ll stop if little legs need a break

• You’ll be walking outdoors for up to 2 hours at a very gentle pace
• All ages welcome, but children must be accompanied by an adult
• Dogs welcome if they’re happy to be part of the creative chaos
• The workshop will go ahead in most weather – bring waterproofs and wellies if needed! If the forecast is truly dreadful, we’ll be in touch to reschedule.

Hi, I’m Sheenah – founder of Focus On…, photographer and lifelong snap-happy human. I run friendly, fun workshops that help people reconnect with creativity and learn to really see the world around them. I believe in photography as a tool for connection – with nature, each other, and yourself.

Group size is kept small for a relaxed, personal feel. Early booking recommended.

Please note that children remain the responsibility of their parent or guardian at all times during the workshop. This session is designed for families to enjoy together, and adult supervision is required throughout.

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