LONDON TWILIGHT ADVENTURES
HOW MUCH: £120FOR WHOM: Beginner to Intermediate Level Photographers
WHERE: Parliament Square, London or Tower Bridge, London
WHEN: Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays (pre-booking required)
Starting at one of London's most iconic images, join our team of professional photographers in a small hands-on class for a short walk along the River Thames and learn the basics of low-light photography including nighttime landscapes, painting with light, and low-light portraiture.
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HOW MUCH: £120FOR WHOM: Beginner to Intermediate Level Photographers
WHERE: Abney Park Cemetery
WHEN: Sundays (pre-booking required)
Some may think a graveyard is a creepy place to spend an afternoon; photographers approach them with a different eye. Within those gated walls, a wide range of natural and man-made beauty lie waiting to be captured through your lens. From the architectural flourishes of the headstones to the melancholy creeping of the mossy trees that keep a watchful guard throughout the seasons, beautiful shots are waiting to be found.
Cemeteries are an excellent place to challenge your photographic abilities and develop your artistic eye. Join the Supermongrel team as we explore the wide range of options, from wide-angle landscape shots, to close up details that tell the stories of centuries of inhabitants who walked this land before us.
Throughout the class you’ll learn the importance of composition, mood, depth of field, and perspective. While we give a brief nod to the basics (ISO, shutter speed, and aperture), we’ll be focusing (excuse the pun) on the art of spotting details. All you need to bring is your digital camera, warm clothing, and your sense of adventure. A tripod and a polarizer filter are both useful, but not necessary. -----------LIGHT PAINTING PHOTO WORKSHOP
HOW MUCH: £220
FOR WHOM: All Levels of Ability
WHERE: London Studio
WHEN:
Saturday, 14 January
Light painting is a fun, creative way to enhance your repertoire of photographic techniques. Using nothing but your camera and a variety of light sources, you’ll learn the techniques necessary to create amazing works of art SOTC (Straight Out of The Camera).
Whether you’re a novice camera owner or a seasoned shooter, this is an excellent opportunity to gain further understanding of the way light interacts with your camera. We’ll brush up on the basics (ISO, aperture, and shutter speed) and transition into an endless realm of photographic possibilities sure to amaze your friends; the only limit is your imagination.
All you need is a digital camera (with full manual controls), a good sturdy tripod, and your inner artist. Classes are highly interactive with a focus on individual and group input.
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LOW LIGHT PORTRAIT SERIES:
January:
Fantastical Fairies
HOW MUCH: £220
FOR WHOM: All Levels of Ability
WHERE: London Studio
WHEN:
Saturday, 21 January
Interested in creating striking, memorable portraits without the cost and fuss of a high priced studio light set-up?
Welcome to the world of low light portraits. Join us in this small hands-on photo workshop series as we explore the endless opportunities of low light photography. Mysterious and moody, soft and sensuous, fashionable and flirty: there are tones for every taste and interest.
Each month we’ll explore a new subject and technique, with a wide range of themes, from fantastical fairies to moody, artistic portraits. You’ll learn how to do that artsy film noir shot you’ve always loved… or unleash your creative darkside as we embark upon an old fashioned hunt for those elusive creatures of the night.
Low light portraits are an excellent way to learn the expanse of your camera’s functions and capabilities. Within the space of an evening you’ll learn the invaluable techniques that will allow you to snap compelling portraits wherever you go, regardless of the lighting conditions. And you will walk away with some gorgeous images you will be proud to call your own. All you need to bring is your digital camera with full manual capabilities, a good sturdy tripod, and your imagination.
Each month we will set up a new low-light portrait concept for you. Contact us to be first on the list when we schedule the next event.
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BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHY COMPREHENSIVE
HOW MUCH: £450FOR WHOM: All levels of photographer
WHERE: West London Studio
WHEN: Saturday 11th February
This full-day workshop covers everything you need to know to start your own boudoir photography business, add boudoir images to your existing photography skills, and of course, how to take glamourous pictures that will delight the most "everyday" of models. From lighting, to posing, to hair and makeup, we will dish all. Includes hands-on photo time with a beautiful model so you can jump-start your boudoir portfolio.
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POSING FOR DUMMIES
HOW MUCH: £200FOR WHOM: All levels of photographer
WHERE: West London Studio
WHEN: Sunday 12th February
This half-day workshop covers everything you need to know about posing. Perfect for photographers who find themselves working with people who aren't professional models. Covering everything from making people feel comfortable in front of the camera to helping everyday people look their best through posing and thus saving yourself hours of editing time.
-----------ALSO COMING SOON! Photoshop Basics and Photoshop Techniques and more fun ideas in the Low Light Portrait Series!
For all class enquiries, please email classes@supermongrel.net or call +44 (0)770 208 1483
FEEDBACK
We apologize for going all Sally Field on you, but... "You like us, you really like us!" We try to maintain a modest composure, but when the feedback rolls in like this, we can't help but be a little chuffed.
"It was great to work with them.. they gave me so much information about night photography. I just loved it!"
"Absolutely fantastic to the point that we will definitely book with them again!"
"It was really nice to do a course that was different from the usual basic courses that I have seen advertised. The guys who gave the course were really friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. We learned some great techniques and came away with some really cool and interesting photos."
"What a brilliant class. Learned loads and the teachers were really nice and very encouraging, would go again for sure."
"Brilliant workshop! Great fun, would recommend it to a friend."
"Good fun and hands on, exactly how a photography course should be!"
"Great course - Madeleine & James were great, the course was a great introduction in ways to produce creative, interesting photos in low light with simple techniques."
"Great course with a well planned content - a great evening of photography!"
"A great evening of tuition by a couple of enthusiastic guys who knew their stuff. Thanks and looking forward to the spiders :-)"
"Great class, with a great tutor. Learned lots and has got me inspired!! More photography courses please!!"
"An excellent evening, Supermongrel Photography know their stuff and covered some cool new techniques, very friendly and much fun. I would recommend them."
"This was a great photography course. It struck the right balance between teaching and practice and James & Madeleine were great fun!"
"The 3 hour session was fantastic. A very informative, hands on approach and I learned a lot for the company. Really great value for money and I would recommend this to anyone who would like a better understanding of their Digital SLR and learn how to take creative and rewarding night time pictures!"
"Many thanks. They were imaginative, enthusiastic and very friendly. I would recommend this course and company without reservation."
"A great night. Looking forward to the next course."
"Awesome evening!"