Introduction to Photography - Part 1 - Get off Auto

Workshops must be booked and taken before the end of 2025.

This is a perfect gift for anyone who wants to learn how to make the best use of their camera, which will be explained in a simple and easy to remember manner. Group size is a maximum of 5. Book this date and the recipient can contact us to arrange to attend any of the Introduction to Photography Part 1 - Get Off Auto courses running at any time within the region in the next year, provided there are spaces remaining.

E-mail andy-lowe@goingdigital.co.uk with the name(s) of the recipient(s) and you will be sent a personalised Gift Certificate, with details of how to book a specific date and venue.

Introduction to Photography, Part 1 - Get Off Auto: If you're stuck on the Auto setting on your camera and frustrated because you're not getting the photos that you want, then this is the course for you!

This workshop will have a maximum of 5 students and will last between 5 to 6 hours and will start at 10:30am set within the beautiful grounds of Tatton Park, Cheshire where we banish jargon and explain in plain English how to take control of your camera and get off Auto. This workshop is both formal learning and field based, you'll leave with plenty of useful reference materials and a DSLR is available to borrow on the day, subject to availability - please contact Andy Lowe on 07979 273683 before booking.

What will I learn:

f-stops- we'll tell you what these are and how to use them creatively to create both that dreamy background blur and to ensure your landscape is all in focus.

Focussing- we'll show you how to make your camera focus in exactly the correct place to get those elusive shots with pinpoint accuracy.

White balance- how to change the colours in your photo if they're not what you see or what you want.

Exposure Compensation- learn how to make your photos brighter or darker with no need for editing.

Buttons and dials- we'll help you understand what they do, how to change them and how and when to use them so that you have a better understanding of and feel more confident with your camera.

Here's what you can expect from the day:

A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 10am until approximately 3:30pm.

Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning.

Both formal learning and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style.

A review of images at the end of the day, with lots of opportunities to ask questions.

Free WIFI.

Restaurant facilities nearby.

Access to any special areas subject to confirmation.

Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop.

- f-stops - we'll tell you what these are and how to use them creatively to create both that dreamy background blur and to ensure your landscape is all in focus

- Focussing - we'll show you how to make your camera focusin exactly the correct place to get those elusive shots with pin point accuracy

- White Balance - how to change the colours in your photo if they're not what you see or what you want

- Exposure Compensation - learn how to make your photos brighter or darker with no need for editing

- Buttons and Dials - we'll help you understand what they do, how to change them and how and when to use them so that you have a better understanding of, and feel more confident with your camera

Here's what you can expect from the day:

- A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 10 am until 4pm

- Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning

- Both classroom and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style

- A review of images at the end of the day, with lots of opportunities to ask questions

- Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop

E-mail richard-berry@goingdigital.co.uk with the name(s) of the recipient(s) and you will be sent a personalised Gift Certificate, with details of how to book a specific date and venue.

Perfect for a gift, book this date and the recipient can contact us to arrange to attend any one of the Get Off Auto Courses running anytime within a year of the purchase date. Email us the names of the recipient/s and we'll send you a personalised Gift Certificate.

If booking as a gift, book this date and the recipient can contact us to arrange a convenient date for their training anytime within a year of the purchase date. Email us the names of the recipient/s and we'll send you a personalised Gift Certificate.

Please see above and on our Venue Page for more information

This workshop will have a maximum of 5 students and will last between 5 to 6 hours and will start at 10:15am set within the beautiful grounds of Tatton Park, Cheshire where we banish jargon and explain in plain English how to take control of your camera and get off Auto. This workshop is both formal learning and field based, you'll leave with plenty of useful reference materials and a DSLR is available to borrow on the day, subject to availability - please contact Andy Lowe on 07979 273683 before booking.

What will I learn:

f-stops- we'll tell you what these are and how to use them creatively to create both that dreamy background blur and to ensure your landscape is all in focus.

Focussing- we'll show you how to make your camera focus in exactly the correct place to get those elusive shots with pinpoint accuracy.

White balance- how to change the colours in your photo if they're not what you see or what you want.

Exposure Compensation- learn how to make your photos brighter or darker with no need for editing.

Buttons and dials- we'll help you understand what they do, how to change them and how and when to use them so that you have a better understanding of and feel more confident with your camera.

Here's what you can expect from the day:

A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 10:15am until approximately 4:00pm.

Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning.

Both formal learning and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style.

An email review of images at the end of the day, with lots of opportunities to ask questions.

*The runtime of this Get Off Auto workshop is shorter than normal but this is due to the smaller group size. Each student will receive as much if not more tutor time than if they were attending one of our longer workshops with more attendees.

Here's what you can expect from the day:

- A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 10am until 2pm

- Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning

- Both theory and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style

- The opportunity to send your tutor 10 of your images for review and feedback following the workshop

- Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop

Overwhelmed by camera settings and jargon? Are you completely new to photography or looking to refresh your knowledge after a break? If you are a beginner looking to ditch the AUTO setting then this course is for you!

This course is all about building the foundations. In small groups (maximum 6 people) we will go through camera settings and controls in a safe and friendly environment.This course is classroom based but you will get plenty of practice throughout.

Maxmum group size of 4.

What will I learn:

• F-stops- we explain what they are and how to use them creatively to create both that dreamy background blur and to ensure your landscapes all in focus

• Focussing- we'll show you you how to tell your camera what to focus on to get those elusive shots with pin point accuracy

• White balance- how to change the colours in your photo if they're not what you see or what you want

• Exposure Compensation- learn how to make your photos brighter or darker with no need for editing

• Buttons and dials- we'll help you understand what they do, how to change them and how and when to use them so that you have a better understanding of and feel more confident with your camera

Here's what you can expect from the day:

• A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 10 am until 4pm

• Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning

• Both classroon and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style

• A review of images at the end of the day, with lots of opportunities to ask any questions

• Group size of no more than 4

• Refreshments on tap

• Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop

Designed for beginners or someone wanting to brush up on their skills. Learn essential camera skills to help you "Get Off Auto" and become more creative with your photography. Get to grips with the buttons and dials on your camera.

All camera types are suitable. Workshop will run from 10am - 4pm and is held at High Gosforth Park Golf Club, Gosforth Park.

*The runtime of this Get Off Auto workshop is shorter than normal but this is due to the smaller group size. Each student will receive as much tutor time than if they were attending one of our longer workshops with more attendees.

Here's what you can expect from the day:

- A fun, sociable and educational day, running from 10am until 2pm

- Tuition from an experienced professional photographer and course notes emailed to you afterwards to support your learning- Both theory and practical time, so that you get the best of both worlds and get the most from the day no matter what your learning style

- The opportunity to send your tutor 10 of your images for review and feedback following the workshop

- Access to our Facebook Community group following the workshop

Designed for beginners or someone wanting to brush up on their skills. Learn essential camera skills to Get Off Auto and become more creative with your photography. Get to grips with the buttons and dials on your camera. All digital camera types are suitable.

Workshop will run from 10am - 4pm and is held at the Hall Garth Hotel, just off the A1, north of Darlington.

Designed for beginners or someone wanting to brush up on their skills. Learn essential camera skills to help you "Get Off Auto" and become more creative with your photography. Get to grips with the buttons and dials on your camera.

All camera types are suitable. Workshop will run from 10am - 4pm and is held at Newbiggin Village Hall, Penrith, Cumbria.

Designed for beginners or someone wanting to brush up on their skills. Learn essential camera skills to help you "Get Off Auto" and become more creative with your photography. Get to grips with the buttons and dials on your camera.

All camera types are suitable. Workshop will run from 10am - 4pm and is held at Newbiggin Village Hall, Penrith.