Photography Workshops
Wildflower Photography Workshop in Kent (one day workshop)
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Tuesday May 1st 2012 Places left
Thursday May 3rd 2012 FULL
09.00 to approximately 18.00 hrs
This will be an intensive, full day of photography in mid and north Kent from 09:00 to approximately 18.00 hrs. at various locations hand-picked by myself. This is without doubt the best time of the year to experience Kent’s ancient woodlands and Downs and the plethora of wildflowers it harbours. Bluebells, cowslips, green-winged, fly and early-purple orchids are all potential subjects and are what has made Kent such a Mecca for wildflower enthusiasts.
The group size has been kept very small to just 2 so we can all travel in one car and I can spend as much time as possible with each person and to give you the best choice of the finest specimens.
Upon arrival at my home we will first proceed to a nearby nature reserve where I have been one of the assistant wardens for the last 20 years. Here, I will begin by demonstrating how I 'work' on a flower incorporating my thought process, lens and viewpoint selection, the use of reflectors and reading the histogram amongst others. Time permitting we will visit a beechwood full of bluebells and at around 12pm make our way to a country inn where we will enjoy a well earned rest and meal. The pub we shall eat at is the multi award-winning The Plough in Stalisfield Green. Set in the heart of the Kent countryside, it is owned by a personal friend of mine and has a well deserved reputation for producing excellent food using locally sourced ingredients.
Our penultimate venue is another nature reserve, less than 5 minutes drive away. A bank full of cowslips, early purple orchids and adjoining bluebell wood will keep us more than occupied over the next few hours. Finally, we head to a meadow famed for its green-winged orchids. A stunning site where each May thousands of these flowers cover one of Kent's finest examples of unimproved hay meadow.
Price = £125
Price includes: Transportation to various locations, pub lunch and email review of images.
Price does not include: Drinks and snacks.
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How to book
To receive a booking form please contact Robert here or alternatively click here to download one. To book your place Robert requires a £30 deposit which can be payable either by cheque or paypal. Please contact Robert in the first instance to check there are places available.
Remaining balance can either be paid on the day or through paypal. If paying by paypal this will need to be settled at least 7 days before the workshop date. Robert will confirm receipt of this by email.
Once the booking form is received, Robert will email details to you regarding suggested equipment and meeting place.
Testimonial
Thank you so much for a wonderful day! I learned a great deal. You transmitted your enthusiasm and the detailed preparation and thought needed to have any hope of getting good pictures of wild flowers, in a friendly and engaging way. I also thoroughly enjoyed the lunch and conversation throughout the day.
Ken (Sevenoaks, Kent)
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