Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 29 March
Deangate, York - 11am - 3 Hours
Mark Sullivan
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 26 April
Embsay Moor Reservoir - 10am - 3 Hours
Joshua Hart
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Macro Photography Meetup
Saturday 26 April
Museum St, York YO1 7FR - 11am - 2 Hours
Mark Sullivan
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.
The class will start when the insects are more active. So be ready to explore and capture breathe-taking macro images.
Composition in Photography Meetup
Saturday 17 May
Station Rd, York - 11am - 2 Hours
Mark Sullivan
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance
As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 07 June
Deangate, York - 11am - 3 Hours
Mark Sullivan
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Architecture Photography
Saturday 28 June
Deangate, York - 11am - 2 Hours
Mark Sullivan
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.
In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
Rule of Thirds Meetup
Saturday 19 July
Station Rd, York - 11am - 2 Hours
Mark Sullivan
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism.
In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 02 August
Deangate, York - 11am - 3 Hours
Mark Sullivan
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Street Photography Meetup
Saturday 23 August
York City Centre - 11am - 2 Hours
Mark Sullivan
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 practised 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.
Painting Trees In Watercolour, For Beginners
Sunday 23 March
Hyde park - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Enjoy 2 hours of creativity painting trees using a variety of watercolour techniques Beginners welcome
Landscape Acrylic Painting At The Historic Temple Newsham For Beginners
Saturday 29 March
Temple Newsham - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Join us at the historic 15th century house and grounds of Temple Newsham, we will be painting a landscape in acrylic and enjoying the amazing atmosphere of the house , farm and grounds. It is of note that the landscape was created by the reknowned 'Capability Brown '.
Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 29 March
Civic Quarter - 1:30pm - 3 Hours
Amim Shah
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 05 April
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.
Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
Painting Trees In Acrylic For Beginners
Sunday 06 April
Meanwood - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
This beginner-friendly class will guide you through the fundamentals of painting trees using acrylics. You'll learn essential brush techniques, color mixing, and how to create realistic or stylized tree textures. Step by step, you'll build confidence in capturing different tree shapes, foliage, and lighting effects. Perfect for new artists looking to explore acrylic painting in a fun and approachable way.
Painting People In Watercolour For Beginners
Sunday 13 April
Hyde park - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
An introduction to drawing and painting people, easy to follow, an enjoyable 2 hours learning the skill of capturing moments in time!
Urban Landscape Sketching And Watercolour For Beginners
Saturday 19 April
Leeds canal - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Come along and sketch the sights of old Leeds along the picturesque Leeds canal
C2C Crochet Class
Saturday 26 April
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
Discover the artistry and versatility of corner-to-corner crochet in our upcoming class! Participants will unlock the secrets to creating stunning geometric designs while mastering this popular technique. Whether you're a beginner seeking a creative outlet or an experienced crocheter looking to expand your skill set, this class offers a welcoming environment for all levels. Join us for an enriching experience where you'll not only learn a new craft but also connect with fellow enthusiasts in a supportive community. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your crochet repertoire and unleash your creativity with corner-to-corner crochet!
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 10 May
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.
Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
Amigurumi 101
Saturday 24 May
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
Perfect for those who've already done our popular Beginners Class! Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, cute creatures. You will learn the basics of Amigurumi and start on an easy amigurumi heart project during the class.
All our classes include crochet materials and instruction as well as a non-alcoholic drink during the class.
