# Event Details - **Event Name**: Creative Enterprise Growth Programme: Photography That Sells - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am – Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: A supportive workshop with Rachel McClumpha, helping creative entrepreneurs use photography to tell their story, strengthen their brand.About this EventWe are thrilled to welcome Rachel McClumpha, a professional photographer who specialises in helping creative businesses create clear, confident imagery that truly represents their work.Rachel brings a thoughtful blend of technical expertise, creative sensitivity, and real-world understanding of how images are actually used across websites, social media, portfolios, and marketing. Her calm, supportive teaching style turns photography from something confusing or intimidating into something practical, achievable, and empowering.This full-day session gives you the space to step back from guesswork and learn the foundations of photography that genuinely supports your business. You will understand how light, styling, and branding work together, and how to create images that help customers and clients connect with what you do.Workshop Six : Photography That Sells – A Practical Workshop for Creative BusinessesStrong imagery plays a powerful role in how people understand your creative business.If you sell products, your photos help customers decide whether to buy.If you sell services, your photos help people decide whether to trust you, book you, or get in touch.This workshop gives you the space to slow down, learn the foundations properly, and practice in a supportive environment. While there is a strong focus on photographing physical work, the principles apply equally to service-based creative businesses who want clearer brand imagery, portfolio images, and visual content that communicates what they do.The day is designed to feel practical, encouraging, and easy to follow, with time to learn, ask questions, and apply everything straight away.1. Branding Through PhotographyYour images should feel like you.In this section we will look at:How photography supports your brand identityCreating visual consistency across your imagesMaking intentional choices that align with your values and audienceThis helps you move away from trends and towards imagery that genuinely represents your work or services.2. Equipment & Useful ToolsYou do not need expensive kit to create strong images.Rachel will talk through:Using a phone or camera confidentlyWhat equipment is helpful and what is unnecessaryAffordable tools that make a real differenceThe focus is on making the most of what you already have.3. Creating the Right Visual Set-UpWe will explore the foundations of strong, intentional imagery, including:Choosing backdrops that suit your work and your brandUsing props and styling without distracting from the focusCreating simple, repeatable set-ups you can recreate at home or in your studioThis applies whether you are photographing products, artwork, materials, tools, process, or brand details.4. Lighting Made SimpleLighting is one of the biggest factors in how professional your images look, and one of the most confusing.We will cover:How to work with natural lightSimple lighting options for small spacesCommon mistakes and how to fix themHow lighting affects colour, mood, and clarityEverything is explained in a clear, practical way, with creative businesses in mind.5. Practical Hands-On SessionThis is where everything comes together.You are encouraged to bring products or visual elements from your business, such as artwork, materials, tools, samples, sketchbooks, packaging, props, or anything that represents your work.During the session you will:Set up your own backdrop and lightingPractice photographing your workReceive gentle guidance and feedbackThe practical session is relaxed, supportive, and designed to build confidence.What You Will LearnBy the end of the workshop, you will:Understand how to style and set up strong imagesFeel more confident using lightKnow how to align your photography with your brandUnderstand what equipment you actually needHave practical experience photographing your own workLeave with clarity, confidence, and skills you can use immediatelyEverything is broken down into manageable steps so the process feels clear and achievable.Who It Is ForThis workshop is exclusively for people working within the creative industries, including:Makers and craft businessesArtists and designersIllustrators and photographersCreative freelancers and consultantsService-based creative businessesMicro businesses selling handmade, original, or creative workIt is suitable for both product-based and service-based creatives who want images that clearly communicate what they do and support their business goals.No previous photography experience is required.What to ExpectYou will be supported throughout the day by Rachel McClumpha, whose calm, practical approach makes learning photography feel approachable and empowering.Expect clear explanations, demonstrations, time to practice, and space to ask questions. This is not corporate or technical for the sake of it. It is human, practical, and designed around real creative businesses.Most people leave feeling more confident, more capable, and excited to update their imagery.Can’t Make the Date?If you are unable to attend this session, please get in touch and we will help you explore alternative workshop dates and ways to engage with the programme.The Creative Enterprise Growth Programme is a Creative Impact project, part of Creative Central NCL, funded by the North East Combined Authority and Newcastle City Council. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newcastle-upon-tyne/creative-enterprise-growth-programme-photography-that-sells/100001978113728411 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, photography, business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes - Location: Newcastle Arts Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Newcastle upon Tyne - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Newcastle Arts Centre - **lat**: 54.9699453 - **long**: -1.6169906 - **full address**: Newcastle Arts Centre, 67 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Creative Enterprise Growth Programme: Photography That Sells - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/78feb038fef34bf616acac4940e861bfdd6307097d3713f21859a298db89ba01-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2f4f76-gmir.jpg?v=1766924052 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Creative Enterprise Growth Programme: Photography That Sells being held? - **A:** Creative Enterprise Growth Programme: Photography That Sells takes place on Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am to Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Newcastle Arts Centre, 67 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Creative Enterprise Growth Programme: Photography That Sells? - **A:** Creative Enterprise Growth Programme: Photography That Sells is organized by Market Collective CIC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Creative Enterprise Growth Programme: Photography That Sells 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 Newcastle upon Tyne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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