Photography for Beginners
1 July | 5 October | 9:30 – 13:00
Want to start a new hobby or learn more about photography and escape auto mode?
Learn how to use your camera and unlock your creativity with professional landscape and award-winning photographer Matt Goddard in the annual South Down National Park photography competition. Due to popular demand, an additional workshop date has been added.
In small groups you can learn that you and your camera are capable of so much more when you free yourself from auto mode. Learn the fundamentals indoors and practice it all outdoors exploring Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
Perfect for complete beginners & improvers or as a refresher. Whilst largely focused on landscape photography, equally applies to all types of photography including portraits, wildlife, sports and street scenes.
Join just this workshop or combine it with the April Photography- Artistic Composition Workshop to springboard your creativity!
Can be booked as the perfect gift for that budding photographer in your life!
Garden entry included | Free parking for members | Parking information
1 July | 9:30 – 13:00
£65 per person | 10% off for Leonardslee members
5 October | 9:30 – 13:00
£75 per person | 10% off for Leonardslee members
* Photos taken by Matt Goddard, spring at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens 2023
Testimonial
"I had the most amazing time with Matt at Leonardslee... Learnt so much in only a few hours and was so pleased with the results. Matt is very knowledgeable and took the time to share his experience along with some very helpful tips and tricks for the future." Emma
What's included?
Quickly learn to truly use your camera and unlock your creativity in this beginners workshop led by professional landscape photographer Matt Goddard.
Learn how your camera works and why you can do it better
Get to know your camera and the choice of lenses available for your preferred style
White-balance - what, how and when
Depth of field - what, how and when
Aperture / shutter speed / ISO triangle for practical and creative effect.
Lots of guided practice around the lakes and gardens
Copy of presentation and exercise sheets
Follow-up support via email
Includes access to the lakes and gardens for the day
Note: not suitable for phone photography but even a basic compact camera will do or of course an SLR, Bridge or Mirrorless camera. Phone specific workshops do run through the year. Keep an eye on the Leonardslee newsletter for details.
Please note
There will be a lot of walking during the workshop, please come prepared with sensible shoes and clothing.
Attendees names and email addresses will be shared with the event organiser for contact directly by Matt Goddard with updates specifically about this event.
If you need advice please email info@mattgoddardphotography.co.uk and I'll be happy to help.
About Matt
Matt left his office career behind to follow his dreams as a landscape photographer. Teaching photography is an area Matt loves and has successfully taught 100+ students through one to one lessons and group workshops
Growing up in Sussex, Matt truly recognises the rich and varied Sussex Landscape. Spending much of his childhood in, on or near the sea left a lasting impression that continues to influence his art; particularly a desire for simplicity, space and a feeling of connection to the natural world. Or, summed up in a gesture it’s that “ahhhh” decompression we all experience when the moment elevates us beyond our wordly problems.
Matt enjoys creating a feeling of peace and tranquillity in his photography that counters the increasing intensity of the commercial world we live in. He sees it as a form of mindfulness where space and creative expression can be achieved.
Award-winning Photographer!
Winning top prize in the annual South Downs National Park photography competition. Matt Goddard said he was "truly honoured" to have been given the award for his shot, titled "Snow on Wolstonbury".
Mr Goddard, from Hurstpierpoint, added his love of exploring the South Downs "started during childhood" and "hasn't stopped since".
Portfolio can be seen at https://mattgoddardphotography.co.uk
Featured on ITV’s Grace TV series |
Shortlisted UK Landscape Photographer of the Year 2018 Awards | Highly Commended International ND Awards 2020 Seascapes Category.