"After some years of using my camera on Auto mode (and being one who had had in earlier years a liking for "old school" photography with rolls of film with their various ASA/DIN shenanigans etc) it was with some trepidation that I decided to attend all 3 of Richard's Introduction to Photography courses. I needn't have worried - he is obviously someone with a passion for photography and an understanding of other people's concerns that he made each session very interesting and enjoyable. My initial fear of the use of the various combinations of digital Aperture, ISO and Shutter Speed settings were soon overcome, and brought back a greater understanding of what - for me - taking photographs is all about and I am now looking forward to putting those skills to use in helping me to take better shots.Thank you again for passing on that enthusiasm and knowledge."

John - Introduction to Photography - Part 1 - Get Off Auto, Introduction to Photography - Part 2 - Movement, Introduction  to Photography - Part 3 - Manual Mode & Composition - April, May & June 2024

"I attended a smartphone photography tutorial and photo walk session with Richard from Going Digital and the experience was first class. Richard first took us through various features of our smartphone cameras and detailed several features which I was completely unaware of so within the first hour the course was already highly beneficial. Following on from this, Richard then showed us several tips and techniques for putting what we had learnt into practice during the walk. Throughout the whole process, Richard was friendly, helpful and happy to answer all questions.

I would highly recommend this experience"

Jarvis - Smartphone Photo-Walk, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford - June 2023

"The Get Off Auto workshop was excellent, the course content was perfect and provided me with an extremely informative insight into the options available to me to move away from my previous ‘Auto’ fall back position. Richard was very knowledgable, the pace of the course was ideal and the practical exercise of taking photos in the park provided a great way of putting theory into practice and then reviewing what worked and what could be improved upon. I really enjoyed the course, learnt an awful lot and Richard proved to be an excellent tutor. I would thoroughly recommend this course to anybody striving to move beyond the Auto safety net"

Roy - Introduction to Photography - Part 1 - Get Off Auto, Regent's Park - May 2023

"We attended the Get Off Auto Going Digital Workshop at Capel Manor Gardens on 7th May 2023.  We really enjoyed the course and found it a good introduction to using some of the functions on a digital camera.  Richard was very good at answering our questions and was keen to make sure that we understood as much as possible.  We would recommend this course to anyone who wants to start getting more out of their digital camera"

Clare & Daniel - 122 at Capel Manor Gardens, Enfield - May 2023

"My wife and I received 6 hours of personal photography training in the grounds of Painshill Park from Richard Berry. Richard is clearly an expert in his field and was able to explain the technical and creative aspects of photography in a simple way for us beginners to easily understand. Richard comes across calm, shows patience and listens. The course was adapted to what we wanted to achieve out of it and we were impressed with the amount of research he had completed on our camera before we met and was able to answer any questions on the day. We would definitely recommend Richard for 1-2-1 training."

D Basi - Tailored 121 in Painshill Park - August 2022

"I was a bit wary about booking a course online but I need not have worried. Richard Berry was an excellent teacher, providing attentive knowledgeable assistance to all who attended. I certainly learnt many new things. It was well paced with excellent materials and I came away with lots more confidence and skills in my photography. 
Many thanks"

J Longmore - Get Off Auto - July 2022

"I attended the 'get off auto' camera workshop with Richard on 21st May, as I wished to explore how to use my camera's settings and functions to have more control over the look of my photography.This was my third workshop with Going digital and my first since purchasing a mirrorless Fujifilm camera. The workshop was held in the stunning Historical Queen Ann court, at the Old Naval College, in Greenwich. An exceptional setting, which offered a beautiful backdrop to the day.

The structure of the workshop was divided into two parts, in-class and field activities.In class, we explored a plethora of 'off auto' settings and functions and uses within the camera. This included, how shutter speed and aperture affect light in images. How to create blurred backgrounds in portraits and how to adjust focus points in images.Post-in-class, we applied our newly acquired skills with great activities, using the beautiful setting as a subject and backdr

The workshop was well structured and very useful. Richard, was, as always, incredibly helpful with both subject delivery and assistance. He is a wonderful teacher and has a great teaching style.I feel more confident using my Fujifilm camera and shall continue applying the new skills that I have attained.

Thank you Going Digital for yet another great course.

Denise - Get Off Auto - May 2022

"I thoroughly enjoyed the photo walk with Sara. She was very open, friendly and helpful, and catered for the range of abilities and cameras being used. Given that this was a street photography photo walk, it was helpful that there was only 4 of us - it meant we were not too conspicuous! I also liked the fact that in the initial briefing Sara talked about composition and finding the image, rather than getting bogged down in the camera settings. However she was happy to answer any technical questions throughout the day. I didn't realise how much I had learned until I reviewed my images from the day and saw the different techniques and approaches we had tried. I would not hesitate to book another photo walk in the future!"

Helen - Street Photography Walk w/ Sara Melhuish - May 2022

"Dear Richard

That was such an enjoyable and informative morning--thank you so much. It was everything that I hoped it would be in terms of explaining to a layman the various unexplored faciltities for taking photos on my phone.

You have such a relaxed and patient way of  guiding the uninitiated through everything --and repeating things! -- I am very grateful."

Wendy- Smartphone Photography 121 w/ Richard Berry - May 2022

"5*
Being a novice at photography, I was keen to develop skills in this area and I am so pleased that I signed up for the street photography, photo-walk workshop with the wonderful Sara Melhuish. The workshop takes one along London's iconic Oxford street, Carnaby street and China town, where I was awoken to the myriad of interpretations of street life.

Highhlights included, incorporating, pedestrians into structure and the movement of images, the use of colour as a medium. Working with light and shadow, whilst aptly manipulating an image and how to use 'fishing' (a new term to me), as a means of creating a great shot.

This highly informative workshop has opened a plethora of new possibilities. Street photography has a new fan."

Denise - Street Photography Walk w/ Sara Melhuish - February 2022

"Hi Richard,

We really enjoyed the evening and appreciated both your assistance with what transpired to be a challenging session but so very rewarding, I am loving my images and can't wait to come back to London!

Tas has changed my life with her advice and her manual recommendation, the penny finally dropped! Beth and I went to Marylebone for brunch and a walkabout on the Sunday after and I absolutely nailed it, I am still super excited about my images and what I can now achieve with more practice, please thank Tas for me!

I have joined your recommended FB groups today and I will complete a review and share some images with you when time allows in the next week or so.

Take care,"

Amy - Light Trails & Night Photography w/ Tas Black - January 2022

"Hi Richard,I had the best time! Sara (Melhuish) is just so lovely!  I visit London often because I love it but saw it through a totally different perspective and saw people and places I would wonder straight past ordinarily totally oblivious! I will make sure I do that.ThanksAmanda "

Amanda - Street Photography Walk w/ Sara Melhuish - November 2021

"Hi Richard,

Likewise, delighted to finally meet you and thank you for what I can only describe as a thoroughly enjoyable and highly informative tour. Who knew you could do so many things with your smartphone?  I shall now be thinking more carefully about what photos I take and how I compose them. Very much looking forward to that!

As for the tour itself, I appreciated all your efforts to explain clearly what the various iPhone settings did and in addition how a number of apps could be used to enhance the photos taken. I think anyone with even a partial interest in taking photos on their smartphone would find the tour a lot of fun.


Many thanks again and I shall be sure to recommend your expertly delivered tours to others I know.  Best Regards,"

Simon - Smartphone Photo-Walk, Greenwich - November 2021

"Hi Richard,

Thank you for the email. I had a great day yesterday. Not only was Marc able to give photography tips but also was very knowledgeable about the deer, which was an expected bonus. I've done many GD courses and events over the years, so I knew what to expect, and always recommend you to people who are looking to get more out of their cameras."

Peter - Deer Rut Photo-Walk, Dagnam Park - October 2021

"Hi Richard 

Sorry for the late reply. Everything was great; you were very good at explaining and paying attention to all of us.
Now just need to practice, as I have been too busy to use my camera.

I have liked the Facebook page. Will leave a review as soon as I can. Planning to do another session but not sure when.
Thank you."

Maria - Developing Skills - September 2021

"I really enjoyed Part 2, perhaps being more familiar with the format. In part 1, I found the practice session difficult with so many new concepts to think about, whereas in part 2, I was clearer about each exercise as you brought us back together to discuss between each exercise. I was impressed by your group management skills, familiarity and ability to switch between different camera systems to meet individual needs, the pre-course information and hand-outs, which are invaluable references.

Would love to do one of your photo-walks in due course, but feel that I need to assimilate what I've learnt so far."

Morag - Developing Skills - September 2021