Urban Sketching with Watercolours
Saturday 01 February
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
Join us for an exciting Urban Sketching with Watercolours meetup. Get ready to explore the cityscape with your sketchbook and watercolours in hand. Unleash your creativity and capture the vibrant energy of urban life on paper. All skill levels are welcome. Limited spots available, so secure your place now!
Water Scenes in Watercolours
Saturday 22 February
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of water scenes through the delicate strokes of watercolour. Join us for a unique and inspiring event, where we'll explore the art of capturing the fluid beauty of water in all its forms. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the nuances of watercolour painting, helping you master the techniques needed to create stunning water-themed artworks. No prior watercolour experience is needed!
Exploring Watercolour Techniques for Beginners
Saturday 15 March
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
Embark on a vibrant journey into the world of watercolour with our "Exploring Watercolour Techniques for Beginners" class! Get ready to dip your brushes into a palette of possibilities and let your creativity flow.
Led by a skilled instructor, this class is tailored for beginners eager to unlock the secrets of watercolour magic. Dive into the basics of color blending, washes, and texture techniques that will breathe life into your creations. From dreamy landscapes to abstract wonders, discover the endless possibilities that watercolour offers.
Join us for a joyful exploration of watercolour wonders, where every stroke tells a story. Let's paint a world of imagination together!
Watercolour Bookmarks
Saturday 05 April
Perry Avenue
- 10am - 2 Hours
Sayma Shahid
Join us for a creative session where we'll craft distinctive bookmarks using table salt and delicate scraping techniques. These handmade bookmarks boast a unique aesthetic that will elevate any book they grace. Perfect for bibliophiles seeking both style and functionality!
City at Night
Wednesday 29 January
Chinatown - 6pm - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
City night photography captures the beauty of urban environments after dark, showcasing the contrast between bright lights and the night sky. This genre includes a variety of subjects, such as skylines, landmarks, street scenes, and nightlife. To achieve stunning night photographs, photographers face challenges related to low-light conditions. Essential techniques include using a tripod for stability during long exposures, choosing a wide aperture for more light, and adjusting camera settings for proper exposure.Overall, city night photography offers an exciting way to explore and represent a city's essence after dark. With the right skills and creativity, photographers can create captivating images that highlight the vibrancy of urban life at night.
Street Photography Reflections
Saturday 01 February
Off Adelaide St - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Chinatown on the new year weekend, full of 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 practiced 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.
Ming Moon Chinese Restaurant/ 16 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4BN England.
Street Photography
Sunday 02 February
Chinatown, Birmingham. - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Chinatown on the new year weekend, full of 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 practiced 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.
Ming Moon Chinese Restaurant / 16 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 4BN England
Architecture Photography
Saturday 08 February
Colmore Row, Birmingham - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Join fellow enthusiasts for a vibrant architecture photography meetup, where we'll explore and capture the beauty of urban designs and iconic structures. Perfect for photographers of all levels, this event combines creative inspiration with expert tips to elevate your shots.Snowhill, St Chad's Cathedral, and Onyx buildingsBirmingham
Snowhill, St Chad's Cathedral, and Onyx buildings
Birmingham
Studio Model Portrait Class
Saturday 15 February
Digbeth - 11am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Studio photography is a type of photography that is done in a controlled environment, usually a professional studio or a dedicated space designed for photography. In studio photography, the photographer has complete control over the lighting, background, and other elements of the scene. This allows for precise and consistent results, making studio photography popular for commercial and product photography, as well as for portraits and fashion photography. Join us and learn studio photography with us!Please bring a flash trigger that works with your camera if you own one, if not I will have some avilable.
Please bring a small flash gun with you, or a flash trigger that works with your camera.
Intro to Photography - Bring a Friend for Free
Saturday 22 February
Gibb Street, Digbeth, Birmingham - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Discover the Magic of Photography with a Friend for FREE! Are you ready to unlock your inner photographer and capture unforgettable moments?Join us for an exciting Photography Session that's twice as fun! Bring a mate along at no extra cost and embark on a creative journey together. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your photography skills, this is the perfect opportunity to bond, learn, and unleash your artistic side.What to ExpectExpert Guidance Our experienced photography instructors will guide you through the world of photography, from mastering your camera settings to understanding composition techniques.Scenic Locations Immerse yourself in the beauty of stunning landscapes or explore the charm of urban streets as you snap away with your camera.Fun Friendship Share the joy of photography with your mate, exchange ideas, and capture memories together.Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn, laugh, and create amazing memories through the lens. Reserve your spots now and bring a friend for FREE!Limited availability. Act fast to secure your spots!
Black White - Dark and Moody with Male Model
Saturday 01 March
Hockley, Livery street - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Black White - Dark and Moody Explore back the streets of Water Street.Join us as we explore the artistic side of photography through the lens of moodiness, mystery, and black white. Set your camera to mono because we are going full-on black white theme this week. Bring a couple of lenses for instance a wide-angle and a 24 to 70 mm or 70 mm to 200mm zoom.Set your camera to mono because we are going full-on black white theme this week. Bring a couple of lenses for instance a wide-angle and a 24 to 70 mm or 70 mm to 200mm zoom.Set your camera to mono because we are going full-on black white theme this week. Bring a couple of lenses for instance a wide-angle and a 24 to 70 mm or 70 mm to 200mm zoom.Set your camera to mono because we are going full-on black white theme this week. Bring a couple of lenses for instance a wide-angle and a 24 to 70 mm or 70 mm to 200mm zoom.Set your camera to mono because we are going full-on black white theme this week. Bring a couple of lenses for instance a wide-angle and a 24 to 70 mm or 70 mm to 200mm zoom.
Set your camera to mono because we are going full-on black & white theme this week. Bring a couple of lenses for instance a wide-angle and a 24 to 70 mm or 70 mm to 200mm zoom.
Angles and Views
Sunday 22 June
Bridgnorth Town - 11am - 2 Hours
Martin Tierney
Join us at the Bridgnorth town carnival to practice capturing a variety of angles and views amidst the vibrant festivities.
