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Sunset Photographic Workshop - Chesterton Windmill 16-09

  • Warwickshire Windmill Hill Ln England, CV33 9LB United Kingdom (map)
Photography Workshops CHESTERTON WINDMILL - 5th May
£50.00 £65.00

Chesterton windmill is one of Warwickshire's most famous landmarks. Join me in a sunset landscape photography workshop and learn about composition and light

Summary

  • Location: Warwickshire - Chesterton

  • Dates: 2025

    • Mon 5th May - 18:00 - 20:30

    • Thu 29th May - 18:30 - 21:00

    • Tue 16th Sep - 18:00 - 20:30

    • Wed 1st Oct - 17:30 - 20:00

  • Participants: Max 6

  • Fitness: 1. Easy

  • Photography Workshop Event Details: Chesterton

  • Description: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Warwickshire's iconic Chesterton Windmill with our exclusive sunset landscape photography workshop. Join us for an enriching experience where you'll delve into the art of composition and light, guided by experienced photography professionals.

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  • Description - Chesterton Windmill

    Chesterton Windmill Sunset Photography

    Chesterton Windmill is a 17th-century cylindrical stone tower windmill with an arched base, located outside the village of Chesterton, Warwickshire. It is a Grade I listed building and a striking landmark in South-East Warwickshire.

    The windmill is one of Warwickshire's most famous landmarks. It stands on a hilltop overlooking the village of Chesterton for nearly 350 years. It is near the Roman Fosse Way and about five miles (8 km) south-east of Warwick.

    It was built around 1632-1633, probably by Sir Edward Peyto, who was Lord of the Chesterton Manor House. It is the earliest tower mill in England to retain any of its working parts.

    On this Chesterton Windmill workshop Alan will guide you through:

    • focusing in low light

    • tonal range and shadow and highlight recognition

    • composition and designing the shot in the dark

    • long exposure, set-up and calculating the right amount of time

    Itinerary

    • Meet at designated location - Chesterton Windmill

    • Workshop Briefing, preparation and set-up

    • Shoot, review images and get individual tuition

    • Event finish

2.5hr - 1 Day - Photography Workshops - Generic Information

  • 1. Practical On-Location Tuition

    • Landscape Photography Workshop events provide hands-on, practical tuition in real-life conditions. You will learn how to navigate various lighting and weather scenarios, compose compelling shots, and overcome challenges specific to landscape photography. With personalised one-on-one guidance, you can receive tailored instruction based on your level of expertise and individual goals.

    2. Immersive Learning Experience

    • You'll benefit from an immersive learning experience beyond technical instruction by joining a landscape photo workshop. You'll be part of a community of fellow photographers, sharing insights, ideas, and creative inspiration. The collaborative environment fosters growth, and the camaraderie among participants adds an element of joy and shared enthusiasm to the learning process.

    3. Expert Guidance and Feedback

    • Landscape Photography workshops are led by an experienced professional who has honed their craft over 20 years of practice. He offers valuable insights, tips, and techniques to elevate your photography skills. He provides personalised feedback and critique sessions, helping you refine your compositions, master camera settings, and develop your unique photographic style.

    4. Well-Planned Itineraries

    • Photo Workshops include well-researched itineraries that maximise your time at each location. Alan carefully selects the most picturesque spots and ensures that you have ample opportunities to capture stunning images. You'll be guided through the best times and locations for optimal lighting conditions and unforgettable photographic experiences from sunrise to sunset.

    5. Networking and Inspiration

    • Joining a landscape photography workshop lets you connect with fellow photographers who share your passion and enthusiasm. The opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and collaborate can be invaluable in expanding your creative horizons. The supportive environment nurtures personal and professional growth, fostering lifelong friendships and inspiring new artistic perspectives.

  • I offer an interest-free payments. All photo workshops are also available as gift vouchers for that special occasion; purchase the voucher and leave the rest to us.

    Included/Excluded in price

    Included in price

    • All photographic tuition and advice to help you make those shots range from the technical elements and camera craft to the creative aspects of composing images that convey your interpretation and connection to the landscape.

    • Advice, discussion and explanation on using equipment and gear: Tripods, Filters, etc. Including some loan sets of filters and tripods throughout the event.

    • Knowledge and experience of locations to maximise your time in every location visited.

    • One-to-one tuition throughout the event to support and teach you regardless of your experience, equipment and knowledge.

    • Constructive image review, discussion and feedback throughout the event

    Excluded in price

    • Cancellation insurance

    • Equipment insurance - Check your home contents insurance policy and ensure you are covered for eventualities.

    • Refreshments are excluded unless specified in the description.

    • Travel costs to and from the event location.

    Other Key Information

    • Participants must attend with appropriate footwear and clothing to remain dry, warm and comfortable.

    • Under 18 are welcome but must be accompanied by a paying adult.

    • Optional post-workshop image reviews and feedback on your photos are available on request via an online Zooms 1-2-1.

    Terms and Conditions

    Please read my terms and conditions before booking, as they will bind you upon receipt of the money paid.

    Summary Terms

    Bad Weather

    • On the rare occasion that severe weather conditions prevent any photography workshops from safely or practically going ahead, other dates or a refund will be offered.

    Max and Min Participants

    • Workshop dates are subject to the minimum number of participants (3) and maximum of (6)

    • In the event of insufficient bookings, alternative dates will be offered, though Alan may, at his discretion, run the workshop with less, if viable.

  • Fitness level Required - See Summary Description For Category.

    All our landscape photography workshops are rated for fitness and are shown on the summary section.

    1. Easy: meaning that most people should be able to deal comfortably with the short walks (5- 15 mins - less than a mile) and occasional steps or gradual gradients involved and be comfortable on their feet for the duration of the location.

    2. Moderate: meaning that most people with average fitness should comfortably deal with the walks (15-30 mins around 1 mile) and occasional steps or gradients.

    3. Hard: meaning that most people with average fitness should be able to deal with some longer walks (30-45mins - 1 to 2 miles) with frequent steps and steeper gradients involved.

    Experience Level - Beginner to Intermediate

    • The workshop is suitable for any level, including beginners.

    • All participants receive 1-2-1 tuition and support on practical workshops to tailor tutoring to the individual’s needs and experience.

    • No prior knowledge of photography is required as each student will be taught individually, according to their level.

    Equipment for this workshop

    What to bring:

    • Your camera, fully charged battery and spare batteries if you have them.

    • Battery Charger if attending more than one day

    • Additional memory card(s) in case required

    • Remote Release Cable to take shots without touching the camera.

    • Any lenses are suitable - zooms, wide-angle and macro

    • Tripod (essential) I can loan you one - but let me know in advance if you want one. Here are my recommended tripods

    • A polarising filter is beneficial for removing glare and reflections but not essential.

    • Graduated and Neutral Density Filters - useful for increasing exposure, dynamic range and doing longer exposures

      My recommended photography filters

    • Sensible footwear – it can sometimes be muddy, wet and sticky underfoot so walking boots or trainers with good grip are recommended and wellington boots for coastal workshops.

    • A large sandwich bag and an elastic band to wrap around your camera and lens if we have light rain

    • A kneeling mat or dustbin liner to put on the ground if you want to kneel or crouch down for ground-level shots

    • Water, snacks or whatever you need for the event duration

    • Raincoats or equivalent – we might catch a shower!

    • Take a look at my post on preparing for your landscape photography workshops.

    If you have any specific questions regarding equipment, please get in touch with me directly or look at my recommended products page on Amazon Page.

  • You will receive a confirmation email from me, usually within 48hrs of payment. A tree will also be planted in your name (you will receive an emailed certificate in your name) to help offset the environmental impact of this workshop.

    Next Steps For You

    1. Read my preparation guide for landscape photography workshops to ensure you get the most from the experience. It contains everything you need to check and consider!

    2. Consider whether you want to hire any additional lenses or equipment for the workshop to test, use and experience. [Note: I have spare tripods and some loan filter sets from Kase and Lee Filters]

    3. Come prepared with an open mind to learning and enjoying your photography event with like-minded people of all abilities and experience.

    4. Feel welcome to email us is with any questions you can’t find answers for on this listing.

    5. All Landscape Photography Workshops

 
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