Devon landscape photography workshops (for improving photographers)
Weekend residential photography workshops for photographers who already know the basics
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Your training at a glance
Course name: Residential landscape photography workshops for improving photographers
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Location: Mazzard Farm, Ottery St Mary, East Devon
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Course description: If you're a photographer who already knows the basics of how to use your camera, but looking to improve your landscape photography skills, this residential photography weekend at Mazzard Farm in East Devon is the answer! With a small group of up to six students, you'll spend two days learning and practicing photography techniques in the beautiful countryside surroundings of East Devon and Dartmoor.
The workshop begins with a review of camera basics and landscape techniques, but the majority of the weekend is spent out in the field, receiving personalized coaching on how to capture stunning landscape photos. Back at Mazzard Farm, you'll have plenty of time to process and discuss your images with the group. Don't miss this opportunity to take your photography skills to the next level!
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Course length: Friday evening to Sunday late afternoon (you can also stay Sunday night if you wish)
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Who is it for? Photographers who already understand the basics of using their camera., but want help to improve their landscape photography skills.
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What you'll need: Any bridge, mirrorless or DSLR
camera
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Your trainer: Professional Devon photographer, Gary Holpin Photography
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Price: £399 residential, £219 non-residential (pay just £139 deposit to secure your place)
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What's included? 3 nights accommodation, 16 hours of training over 2 days, some meals and drinks, & free follow-ups.
Why book a photography workshop with me?
Award winning accomodation
All photography workshops are based at the award winning Mazzard Farm,, located deep in the East Devon countryside. You'll stay in one of a handful of high quality & comfortable cottages, clustered around a pretty courtyard, and set in 17 acres of woodland, orchards & gardens.
Exceptional training
If you're thinking of joining me for a weekend immersed in photography, here are just a few reasons to choose me as your trainer:
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I make technical concepts easy to understand
As I am self taught, I know how confusing the technical aspects of photography can be. I know how to make complicated concepts easy to understand.
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I'm a Devon specialist
I know Devon like the back of my hand. so If you join me on a weekend workshop, as well as helping you to improve your skills, I will also introduce you to some beautiful and photogenic locations.
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My enthusiasm for photography
Feedback from previous students has often pointed out that my enthusiasm not only makes the training more enjoyable, but it also helped them to learn more effectively..
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I consistently get great reviews
My students consistently give me glowing five star reviews. You can read some of my five star reviews on Google.
Beautiful locations
One of the best things about being a Devon photographer is having the excuse to get out and enjoy so much beautiful scenery (you can read about my photography journey here). On my photography workshops I will make sure that I take you to some beautiful locations, so that as well as learning photography, you can also enjoy some of the natural beauty of Devon.
A bit more detail
Group size
Accommodation
Transport
Transport from local rail station (Honiton) may be available on request. Transport during the training (to photo shoots) can usually be accommodated.
Groups are limited to a maximum of six students
Accommodation is in a in self contained holiday cottage.You may need to share the cottage with one other person of the same sex (with your own bedroom, but sharing other facilities).
Refreshments
A welcome meal on the Friday evening is included in the fee. A breakfast hamper and tea and coffee making facilities are also provided. You will need to arrange your own refreshments for the remainder of the weekend, but we can provide plenty of ideas of options, and often students get together to eat as a group.
Training
Training time is normally 9.00 am until
5.00 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. The rest of the time is yours to explore the local area, or chill in your comfortable cottage accommodation.
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There may be an opportunity to also shoot a sunrise or sunset, however, this is season and weather dependent and is optional.
Payment
A £139 deposit is required at the time of booking in order to secure your place. The balance is due 28 days before the date of the course. Please see our cancellation policy (in the FAQ's) and consider taking out travel insurance.
Workshop itinerary
FRIDAY
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Late afternoon: Arrive at Mazzard Farm & check into your cottage
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Evening (around 7 pm): Meet and greet meal at a local Ottery St Mary pub
SATURDAY
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9.00 am: Training refresher session at Mazzard Farm (basic camera skills & landscape photography techniques)
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12.30 am: Location shoot at a coastal location. I am on hand to both coach and advise as required.
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3.30 pm: Back to Mazzard Farm to review, edit and provide constructive feedback on the photos taken
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5.00 pm: Finish for the day
SUNDAY
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9.00 am: Meet at Mazzard Farm before travelling to around 3 classic landscape photo locations (locations are decided based on the weather & season but may include woodland, waterfalls, reservoirs, moorland, and coast). I am on hand at all times to provide coaching and advice as required.
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3.30 pm: Back to Mazzard Farm to review, edit and provide constructive feedback on the photos taken
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5.00 pm: Prize awarded for the best photo of the weekend & finish
OPTIONAL SUNRISE / SUNSET!
Depending on the weather conditions, I may suggest meeting locally for a sunrise or sunset shoot on Saturday morning / evening or Sunday morning, although this is totally optional!
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