Photography workshop: Macro masterclass in autumn

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Kevin Sawford

Photography workshop: Macro masterclass in autumn

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Explore the art of macro photography in this masterclass with award-winning photographer Kevin Sawford.

Event details

Meeting point

Learning Room (ask at the café if you aren't sure)

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Date

Time
10am-3pm
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About the event

This macro masterclass will introduce you to the techniques for capturing amazing close-up images of wildlife. Kevin will guide you on the techniques you can employ to capture macro images of a range of wildlife including fungi at Lackford Lakes and provide you with hints & tips for getting the best out of your camera. You will receive one-to-one as well as group guidance on composition and technique and will have the chance to put theory into practice out on this beautiful reserve. 

You will need to bring:

A packed lunch
All camera equipment (including spare batteries, memory cards)
Macro lens recommended
Any refreshments you may need out on the reserve 
Notebook and pen

Stout footwear and weather-suitable clothing for the outdoor part of the session

The café at Lackford Lakes offers a range of sandwiches and freshly made cakes and will be open throughout the course. The course will begin with an introductory session in the Learning Room before taking you out to practice your new skills.

Kevin is always happy to take questions before the start of a course, you can contact him on his website, as well as seeing a selection of his work there: http://www.kevinsawford.com/

Teas and coffees are served on arrival and throughout the day, and are included in the cost of the course. Please feel free to bring your own hot drinks, mugs or flasks with you for out on the reserve. 

When booking please ensure your email/contact address is correct as it will be used to send event joining instructions. If you do not receive these instructions after booking, please contact: lackford.centre@suffolkwildlifetrust.org 

Please note that your booking is non-refundable and we run all our courses based on a minimum number of participants. You can find our full Terms & Conditions via this link:  https://www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/wildlearninginfo

If you find this course is fully booked, Kevin runs regular courses with us throughout the year across several of our sites. Please check our events page for the latest information.

Booking

Price

£55

Suitable for

Adults

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted
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Mobility

People with limited mobility please contact the organiser in advance

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What to bring

A packed lunch (there will be some savoury and sweet food available to buy in the cafe- subject to availability)
All camera equipment (including spare batteries, memory cards)
Macro lens recommended
A tripod would be useful 
Any refreshments you may need out on the reserve including a packed lunch.
Notebook and pen

Please wear stout footwear and weather-suitable clothing for the outdoor session.

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Parking information

£3 suggested donation
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Facilities

Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Baby changing facilities
Electric car charging point
Disabled parking
Accessible trails

Contact us

Katy
Contact number: 01284 728706

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