Macro Photography For Beginners, 28 September | Event in Launceston | AllEvents

Macro Photography For Beginners

Gemma Varney

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Sun, 28 Sep, 2025 at 10:30 am

3 hours

Ockment Centre, 31 North St, Okehampton EX20 1AR

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Date & Location

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025 at 10:30 am to 01:30 pm (BST)

Ockment Centre, 31 North St, Okehampton EX20 1AR

Devon County Council, Okehampton, EX20 1AR, United Kingdom, Launceston

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Macro Photography For Beginners
We are holding a paid macro photography for beginners workshop in Okehampton at the Ockment centre with Shaun on the 28th September 2025 from 10.30-1.30pm it's £95pp first come first serve.

You can skip the extra info and book one of the remaining spaces here: https://125907.17hats.com/p#/lcf/zrtgknpwfdpnwwngrvhnhxffgzzbtbss

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🌼 What You’ll Learn

This hands-on 3-hour workshop is perfect for beginners who want to explore the world of macro and close-up photography.

Whether you're fascinated by flowers, insects, textures, or tiny treasures—you'll learn how to capture intricate detail with confidence.

🧠 What’s Included
✏️ Theoretical Learning:

Understand macro photography principles

How lens choice and subject distance affect results

Key camera settings for sharp, detailed images

Working with natural light and reflectors

Creative composition techniques for small subjects


📷 Practical Shooting:

Real-world shooting session using local flora, textures, and natural detail

Guided experimentation with depth of field and manual focusing

Using different backgrounds and angles for storytelling


🛠️ Camera Settings For:

Using manual mode for creative control

Exploring settings and techniques that affect depth of field

Managing shutter speed to avoid blur

Choosing the right ISO for image quality

Adjusting white balance for natural tones

Using exposure compensation effectively


🗂️ Worksheets & Support Materials:

Settings cheat sheet to take home

Field notes template for analysing results

Checklist for equipment & preparation

Self-analysis worksheet to evaluate your shots post-session


🔍 Ideal For:

DSLR & mirrorless users with basic knowledge

Those who have attended a beginner’s workshop or have a basic understanding of how to use their camera (You can use this session to practice camera settings)

Nature lovers and detail-seekers wanting to elevate their photography

🧑‍🏫 Meet Your Tutor – Shaun

Shaun is an experienced photographer and tutor with a friendly, relaxed teaching style. You’ll get a mix of guidance, creative inspiration, and technical support throughout the workshop. This session is designed to give you practical results and ongoing confidence in your work.

🎟️ Booking Info

Fee: £95
6 Spaces: Limited to ensure quality guidance and 1:1 feedback
To Book: Click the link below

https://125907.17hats.com/p#/lcf/zrtgknpwfdpnwwngrvhnhxffgzzbtbss


🧰 What to Bring:

Your camera & charged batteries

Macro lens or a zoom with macro functionality

Tripod (optional but helpful)

Notebook or phone for taking notes

Warm clothes—some of the session may be outdoors

✅ By the End of the Workshop You'll:

Know how to confidently set up for macro shots

Understand how to use depth of field creatively

Feel more in control of your camera in close-up settings

Have a set of images you’re proud to share and build upon


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Ockment Centre, 31 North St, Okehampton EX20 1AR, Devon County Council, Okehampton, EX20 1AR, United Kingdom, Launceston
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Macro Photography For Beginners, 28 September | Event in Launceston | AllEvents
Macro Photography For Beginners
Sun, 28 Sep, 2025 at 10:30 am