ROCHESTER
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 21 September
East Dulwich - 11am - 3 Hours
Bromley Photography Group
Simona Aru
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.
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£67      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 21 September
Broadstairs - 12pm - 2 Hours
Canterbury Photography Group
Mabel Mccormick
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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£26      
Landscape  Wildlife Photography

Landscape Wildlife Photography

Saturday 28 September
Willesborough Rd - 11am - 2 Hours
Ashford Photography Group
Nathanael Lowden
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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£26      

Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Wildlife Photography Meetup

Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Wildlife Photography Meetup

Sunday 29 September
Littlebourne - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Canterbury Photography Group
Amanda Roberts
Take Your camera for a Walk on the Wild side at Howletts Wild Animal Park. From elephants to gorillas to leopards, Howletts has over 390 animals at its Wildlife park giving us animal loving photographers plenty of subjects to focus on, at this meet up you will learn about the rare and endangered wildlife and gain hints, tips and tricks on how to capture their movements through the lens.

Please note, this event is not affiliated to Howletts Wild Animal Park and you will need to purchase your entrance ticket separately and will follow the refund policy as set by Howletts Wild Animal Park.
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£26      
Winter Nature & Woodland

Winter Nature & Woodland

Saturday 05 October
Rough Commons - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Canterbury Photography Group
Amanda Roberts
We will explore woodland and nature photography in this setting. Embracing winter, we will walk and try some landscape and abstract nature photography. Suitable for beginners, or anyone with an interest in nature photography!
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£26      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Saturday 05 October
East Dulwich - 11am - 2 Hours
Bromley Photography Group
Simona Aru
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.

Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
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£26      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 05 October
High Street, Colchester - 11am - 2 Hours
Colchester Photography Group
Christopher Thorne
Step into the vibrant world of street photography where everyday life unfolds and moments are captured and preserved forever. Learn the art of observation, a fundamental skill in great photography, in an immersive, hands-on experience. Easy-to-follow methods will turn you into a keen observer, revealing a world rich with detail, featuring cafes, vendors, buskers, historic buildings and art installations, allowing you to grasp the heartbeat of the street.

Unlock the rewarding skill of engaging with interesting people and persuading them happily to pose for you. Additionally, hone your technical prowess as we guide you through settings, focusing techniques and optimal lens choices, tailor-made for street photography. Equip yourself with invaluable techniques to capture those unexpected, spur-of-the-moment encounters. Join us and embrace the world through a photographer's eye.
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£26      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 October
High Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Ashford Photography Group
Nathanael Lowden
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
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£26      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 12 October
Margate - 12pm - 2 Hours
Canterbury Photography Group
Mabel Mccormick
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.
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£26      

Beginners Photographer Session

Beginners Photographer Session

Saturday 19 October
Herne Bay - 10am - 3 Hours
Canterbury Photography Group
Amanda Roberts
Buying a new camera or hoping to get a new camera?

This photography session, is the ideal gift for someone starting their photographic journey or even if you wanting to learn how to use their camera this session is perfect for you.

I will teach you about aperture, ISO, shutter speed, cover composition, filters, composition and so much more. Regardless of what make of camera you may have from Canon to Fuji to Nikon, to Olympus all of these settings will apply.

Get the perfect gift for a loved one or treat yourself.
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£67      
Autumn Colours Photography Meetup

Autumn Colours Photography Meetup

Saturday 19 October
East Dulwich - 11am - 2 Hours
Bromley Photography Group
Simona Aru
Capture the beauty of the changing season at our "Autumn Colours Photography Meetup." This gathering is perfect for photography enthusiasts of all levels who want to explore and document the vibrant hues of autumn. We'll stroll through scenic locations, share tips and techniques, and enjoy the crisp autumn air while snapping photos of stunning landscapes, colorful foliage, and seasonal details. Whether you're using a smartphone or a professional camera, this meetup is an excellent opportunity to refine your skills and meet like-minded creatives.
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£26      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 26 October
Broadstairs - 12pm - 2 Hours
Canterbury Photography Group
Mabel Mccormick
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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£26      

Other Nearby Groups

Floral Watercolour Painting

Floral Watercolour Painting

Sunday 22 September
Kennington - 11am - 2 Hours
Ashford Watercolour Group
Niya Mathew
During this meetup, participants will have the chance to explore the captivating world of floral watercolor painting under the guidance of experienced artists. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, this event welcomes individuals of all skill levels. This event is a perfect opportunity for artists, art enthusiasts, and nature lovers to gather and immerse themselves in the beauty of floral watercolor painting.
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£26      
ABOUT ROCHESTER
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Rochester.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Rochester Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • PHOTOS
    Rochester Photography Group
    2024-09-09
    Title or Location: Offham, Kent
    This bright little robin landed on a lichen-covered branch in my garden on a rather dull day. I used a fast shutter speed and a wide aperture to isolate him from the background.Nikon D610, Nikon 28-300mm 1/1000 sec f/5.6 Auto ISO 1800
    Credit: Paul Turner
    Instagram: p_tee_photography

    Rochester Photography Group
    2024-08-26
    Title or Location: Rochester

    Credit: Yerric
    Rochester Photography Group
    2024-08-17
    Title or Location: The Coach House studio, Farningham.
    From a photoshoot with Ecce! She's fabulous to work with. Photo taken with Sony A99v under studio lights.
    Credit: Robert Reid aka The Art of Darkness

    Rochester Photography Group
    2024-08-12
    Title or Location: Upnor
    A stroll along the Medway with a 30 year old canon camera got the settings just right and of course had to wait for the film to be processed for the results !
    Credit: Ian Smith

    Rochester Photography Group
    2024-08-05
    Title or Location: Big cat sanctuary
    Open day at the Big cat sanctuary
    Credit: Terry
    Rochester Photography Group
    2024-07-31
    Title or Location: In the vicinity of Shorne Country Park.
    I was looking for a moody macro shot and something a little bit different. Taken with Sony A99(ii) and 50mm macro lens.Hope you all like it.
    Credit: Robert Reid aka The Art of Darkness

    Buffalo Photography Group
    2024-09-17
    Title or Location: Taughannock Falls State Park
    A landscape taken at Taughannock Falls State Park, fall colors are starting to become more apparent with a slight pop of orange and yellow hues.
    Credit: Lippincott Photography
    Facebook: lippincott.photography
    Instagram: lippincott.photography
    Maidstone Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Whitstable
    Taken in Whitstable.Nikon D 750 & Nikkor lens 24-120 mm ISO 100f/16. 1/2s. 120mmND 8 filter
    Credit: Jako Ecka
    Sevenoaks Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Dumfries Scotland
    While sitting in the conservatory drinking a morning coffee this squirrel came bounding into the garden and looked as if it was up to mischief, then it dived into the VW planter and started playing. stayed for quite a long time before he got fed up and went back over the fence.
    Credit: Chris Babbage

    Northumberland Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Dew on a Spider Thread
    The dazzling displays that low cloud cover and autumn spiders bring. I'll return to photographing dewy spiderwebs. I was in a rush and wish I'd spent more time to get closer to the subject and use less crop, but next time.
    Credit: Michael Robinson
    Instagram: @NorthumbrianLights
    Salt Lake City Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Morgan, Utah
    A wild thunderstorm pounds Utah's Wasatch Mountains near the Francis Peak radar towers.
    Credit: Chad Hawkes
    Facebook: chadhawkesphotography
    Instagram: chadhawkesphotography
    Huddersfield Photography Group
    2024-09-13
    Title or Location: Almondbury, Huddersfield
    The Crane fly looked like it had crash landed nose first. Taken with a Canon 80D 100L Macro lens. iso 640, f6.3, 1/160s. 7 shot photo stack developed using Helicon Focus.
    Credit: David Elliff
    Facebook: David Elliff
    Instagram: elliffdavid

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