The BIG Dog’s Christmas Image Experience – Hands-On Photography Seminar

For over a decade, Team McGillicuddy’s annual Christmas Image has been a much-anticipated visual spectacle photographers across the UK wait to see.

This year, for the first time ever, you won’t just see the finished masterpiece – you’ll be there when it’s created.

Join Damian “The BIG Dog” McGillicuddy – the only photographer to hold a Fellowship in Photographic Training, Olympus Principal Photographer following David Bailey, and 19-time Photographer of the Year – for an exclusive, full-day, hands-on Christmas shoot-along seminar.

What You’ll Experience:
This immersive workshop takes you behind the scenes of Damian’s creative process, from concept to capture:

• Concept to Creation: Watch Damian’s thought process as he builds this year’s festive concept from scratch.
• Set Build & Styling: Learn how professional sets are designed for impact, depth, and storytelling.
• Lighting Logic: Understand the why behind every modifier and light ratio – not just what to use, but how to think like a master.
• Posing & Expression: Discover how to direct talent with ease to achieve natural, emotionally powerful results.
• Shoot It Yourself: Capture your own version of the McGillicuddy Christmas masterpiece under Damian’s guidance.
• Insider Tips & Trade Secrets: Decades of world-class experience distilled into practical guidance.

Limited to Only 10 Delegates
This isn’t a demo – it’s a hands-on creative collaboration. Places are strictly limited to 10 participants, ensuring plenty of personal attention and time behind the camera.

Special Pricing:
Thanks to the support of The Society of Photographers, this unique experience is subsidised to just £99 (normally £249+).

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, 7th December 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: McGillicuddy Studio – Phoenix House, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0NL

Don’t Miss Out:
Seats will sell out faster than mince pies at the office Christmas party! Be part of this year’s festive creation – and witness how intent, light, and magic come together to make photographic art.

Tickets:

• £99 each
• Limited to 10 delegates

Reserve Your Place Now!

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