ST
ALBANS
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Sunday 22 June
Cathedral, Sumpter Yard, St Albans - 10am - 2 Hours
Stephen Stamp
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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£28      
Wildlife Photography (Birds)

Wildlife Photography (Birds)

Sunday 06 July
River Ver, Hertfordshire, 47 Cornwall Rd, St Albans - 10am - 2 Hours
Stephen Stamp
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for wildlife phoyography. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use and then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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£28      

Nearby Photography Groups

Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 28 June
Hampstead, London - 10am - 2 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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£26      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 29 June
St George's Square - 10am - 2 Hours
Luton Photography Group
Alex Saunders
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 19 July
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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£67       3 places left

Landscape Photography for Beginners

Landscape Photography for Beginners

Saturday 26 July
St Albans - 10am - 3 Hours
Hertfordshire Photography Group
Ben Hayes
Do you want to take photographs of the great outdoors which really grab people's attention? Do you want to know how get more out of your camera? If so, this session is perfect for you. During our time in Verulamium Park, you will learn how to take control of your camera settings in order to produce better images, and you will receive plenty of hints and tips on how to improve the composition of your photos. You will be set a series of tasks to help you progress your skills, and you will be given plenty of opportunites to compare notes with your host and with other participants.
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£72      
Canal Summer Stroll Meetup

Canal Summer Stroll Meetup

Sunday 03 August
Leighton-Linslade - 10am - 2 Hours
Bedfordshire Photography Group
Jenny Smith
Explore and photograph a mix of genres, from landscapes to street photography. Take this opportunity to ask questions while enjoying the beautiful Grand Canal.
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£28      
Portrait Photography in Natural Light Meetup

Portrait Photography in Natural Light Meetup

Sunday 03 August
Heath and Reach - 2pm - 2 Hours
Bedfordshire Photography Group
Jenny Smith
Join our Portrait Photography in Natural Light Meetup for an enriching experience that will enhance your photography skills. We will be learning to use reflectors, and reflective boards, and learn the creative art of using light. Delve into the art of portrait photography amidst natural light settings, mastering techniques for capturing compelling narratives. With models from our group, camaraderie infuses every session, fostering a collaborative environment for all skill levels. Embrace hands-on sessions and expert guidance to refine your craft and create portraits that resonate. Whether a novice or seasoned photographer, our Meetup promises inspiration and growth. Join us to unlock your creative vision in portrait photography.
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£28      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 09 August
Brick Lane - 10am - 2 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
book now
£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 30 August
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£72      
Bespoke Photography Walk

Bespoke Photography Walk

Saturday 13 September
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
What aspects of photography do you really want to learn about - to control depth of field? Take portraits? Improve your composition? Learn the various settings on your camera?If there are specific aspects of your camera and photography you wish to learn about, this three hour photo walk is for you.There will be a wide variety of subjects to shoot in this picturesque part of London and everyone will have the opportunity to master all the approaches and photographic effects they wish to learn more about. The class size is limited to 6 participants, giving you ample time to get the one to one support you need. This is open to those of all skills levels.
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£72       5 places left

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 27 September
Brick Lane - 10am - 2 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
book now
£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 11 October
Hampstead, London - 10am - 3 Hours
North London Photography Group
Richard Treister
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£72      

Other Nearby Groups

Acrylic Painting: Become a Pro in One Day!

Acrylic Painting: Become a Pro in One Day!

Saturday 21 June
Terrace Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Karine Gray
Unleash your inner artist and fast-track your way to mastery with our Acrylic Painting: Become a Pro in One Day! art class. Dive into the vibrant world of acrylics as we guide you through techniques to create stunning masterpieces in just one session. Participants are invited to bring their own basic art materials as we embark on a journey of creativity and skill-building. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, join us for a day of fun, learning, and artistic growth. Reserve your spot now and get ready to unleash your full painting potential!
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£26      
Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Saturday 21 June
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
If you've seen these beautiful squares and want to learn how to crochet them, come along and learn the techniques to create one of your very own and gain the skills to continue at home and make something bigger with multiple squares. This is a more intermediate class so basic skills would be an advantage but not impossible if you have never crocheted before as I work with a group and also provide one on one help, so if you are a beginner, come and give it a go. All materials are included in the price and you will be able to take your hook and wool with you to make more at home from what you learn. A yummy food platter, coffee, tea and water will also be supplied on the day for all of us to share.
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£46      
Amigurumi 101

Amigurumi 101

Saturday 05 July
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Unleash your creativity and master new crochet skills with our premier Amigurumi workshop, the Japanese technique of crafting adorable, crocheted critters. Ideal for anyone who has conquered our Beginners Class, this session will introduce you to the basics, equipping you to start creating your first Amigurumi heart. We provide all materials and expert instruction throughout the class, complemented with a delicious, refreshing non-alcoholic beverage to sip on as you craft. Discover the charming world of Amigurumi with us!
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£52      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 12 July
Terrace Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Karine Gray
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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£28      
Corner to Corner Class

Corner to Corner Class

Saturday 12 July
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Whether you are just starting out crocheting, or you have been crocheting for many years, this crochet class is for you! In this class, you will learn how to make creative square patterns and commonly used to make blankets. This class is perfect for anyone who wants a little extra support in their crochet skills or someone who simply needs a refresher course on the basics.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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£48      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 26 July
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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£52      

Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

Beginners Portraits and Landscapes Class

Saturday 02 August
Terrace Gardens - 10am - 2 Hours
Richmond Art Group
Karine Gray
Ready to explore the world of portraits and landscapes? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you'll learn the basics of capturing stunning faces and breathtaking outdoor scenes! Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to improve, we'll guide you through every step, from setting up your shot to adding those final touches.

Bring your creativity, and let's make some beautiful art together! Full details of the event location will be provided upon booking confirmation.
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£28      
Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Crochet Sunflower Granny Square

Saturday 02 August
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
If you've seen these beautiful squares and want to learn how to crochet them, come along and learn the techniques to create one of your very own and gain the skills to continue at home and make something bigger with multiple squares. This is a more intermediate class so basic skills would be an advantage but not impossible if you have never crocheted before as I work with a group and also provide one on one help, so if you are a beginner, come and give it a go. All materials are included in the price and you will be able to take your hook and wool with you to make more at home from what you learn. A yummy food platter, coffee, tea and water will also be supplied on the day for all of us to share.
book now
£48      
Amigurumi 101

Amigurumi 101

Saturday 16 August
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Unleash your creativity and master new crochet skills with our premier Amigurumi workshop, the Japanese technique of crafting adorable, crocheted critters. Ideal for anyone who has conquered our Beginners Class, this session will introduce you to the basics, equipping you to start creating your first Amigurumi heart. We provide all materials and expert instruction throughout the class, complemented with a delicious, refreshing non-alcoholic beverage to sip on as you craft. Discover the charming world of Amigurumi with us!
book now
£48      

Corner to Corner Class

Corner to Corner Class

Saturday 30 August
Hammersmith - 2pm - 3 Hours
London Crochet Club
Shivani Patel
Whether you are just starting out crocheting, or you have been crocheting for many years, this crochet class is for you! In this class, you will learn how to make creative square patterns and commonly used to make blankets. This class is perfect for anyone who wants a little extra support in their crochet skills or someone who simply needs a refresher course on the basics.Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
book now
£48      
ABOUT ST
ALBANS
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in St Albans .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the St Albans Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Very relaxed and informative. Shown relevant methods to achieve better use of available light. Gained an answer to a particular technical question that had eluded me. So very pleased.
    5/5
    Tim
    2025-05-30
    I really enjoyed the event and came away with lots of ideas and information to implement into my photography.
    5/5
    Andrew
    2025-03-30
    It was the best event of this kind I have ever attended! I enjoyed utterly enjoyed the atmosphere Stephen created; his knowledge and experience were at the heart of all we did. He's inspirational, motivational and so encouraging! Many thanks for the fantastic experience! I am looking forward to more events like this.
    5/5
    Paulina
    2025-03-25

    Stephen was very instructive and inspiring. He talked through a lot of concepts before we took photos and was helpful as we our ourselves took images. So I thoroughly enjoyed the morning.
    5/5
    Ali
    2025-03-24
    Learnt a new technique , friendly group , Michael was knowledgeable of street photography
    5/5
    Nick
    2024-05-28
    The afternoon gave me more confidence in the art of street photography and Mic went over the settings that helps to enhance range focus. Mic clearly has good knowledge of cameras and functions.
    5/5
    Anna Marie Felice
    2024-05-27

    PHOTOS
    St Albans Photography Group
    2025-06-09
    Title or Location: Gold Coast, Australia
    In April this year I went to the Gold Coast, Australia to visit my brother. Every morning at Dawn and evening dusk we would see swarms of squawking birds in their 1000?s flying and squawking around wherever we were and my brother informed me they were Parakeets and they have them everywhere. So while out wandering around the large park near to my brothers house I saw these the two magnificent looking Parakeets hopping about in a tree making a right old racket so took the opportunity to take a fe
    Credit: Andrew E Clark
    Facebook: Andrew E Clark
    Instagram: AndrewClarkphoto1

    St Albans Photography Group
    2025-06-06
    Title or Location: Verona, Italy
    Visiting Verona in June this photo is of the Arena - the Roman amphitheatre. It is a majestic site in the centre of the city ! We went inside and it stages operas and many other musical events in Summer! This photo was taken at about 9am before the heat of the day !
    Credit: Karen Bloomfield
    Facebook: Needabettercamera101
    St Albans Photography Group
    2025-05-31
    Title or Location: Real Alc?zar of Seville
    In search of winter sunshine in January we visited Seville. This photo was taken on the my phone at the Real Alc?zar palace at 10.30 ? after walking in the gardens I passed an open door, a few steps up and this stone passageway was revealed - fascinated it was so bare after the splendour of the palace - I loved the shadows and the vanishing point.
    Credit: Karen Bloomfield
    Instagram: Needabettercamera101

    St Albans Photography Group
    2025-05-26
    Title or Location: Liverpool
    The 100 Gormley statues on Crosby beach are amazing,
    Credit: Ridley Tyrone

    St Albans Photography Group
    2025-05-16
    Title or Location: Master of disguise
    A picture of a frog that resides in my very small garden pond. I think the frog believes the pond weed makes it undetectable! Taken with a Pentax 300mm lens.
    Credit: Maurizio Borgatti
    Facebook: Maurizio Borgatti
    Instagram: Maurizio8417
    St Albans Photography Group
    2025-05-02
    Title or Location: Batchwood, St Albans.
    A large array of Greater Stitchwort, Rabelera holostea, in a hedgerow presented the opportunity to focus on a single flower for the foreground, whilst having other flowers as an out of focus background. Pentax X-5 bridge.
    Credit: Jeff Jones

    Isle Of Wight Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: West wight
    A beautiful fox cub smelling a flower in the beautiful sunshine.
    Credit: Josh Thomas
    Facebook: Capture The Second Photography
    Instagram: capture_the_second_photography

    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Rising Sun Indiana
    This image was shot in the winter..the temperature was 13f. ..had to chill my lens to meet the extreme cold ..the location is Red Wolf Santuary
    Credit: Roger harris
    San Francisco Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Milpitas, CA
    The crows do not like sharing the same air space.
    Credit: Brian
    Instagram: dsnylnd4me

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Bolsa Chica Wildlife Preserve
    The significance of this shot for me was it was my first American Bald Eagle I had captured in the wild - after my wife, Susan, pointed it out to me. I was thrilled and determined to make the best capture I could.Upon closer examination I was awe inspired to see (in detail) the death stare, that razor like tool cutting beak, the unbelievable chest muscles and tremendous talons. Scary.Camera: Canon EOS R7 (Mark 1)Lens: Canon RF 100-500 F4.5-7.1Aperture: F11Shutter Speed: 1/1000Foca
    Credit: Dave Migliore
    Facebook: Dave Migliore
    Instagram: dave_sandy_migliore

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