| The National Trust's Stackpole National Nature Reserve is the venue for a day in the company of Welsh photographer Andy Davies who will provide hands-on expert tuition to small groups who are introduced to the essentials of creative photography. This is an exceptionally diverse wildlife location offering one of the best chances to photograph a resident family of otters in the UK.
The Bosherston ponds are at their best when the lilies are in flower at the end of May and the woodlands are carpeted in bluebells and wild garlic. Other subjects of interest are herons, mute swans, damselflies, dragonflies and butterflies. Awe inspiring landscapes abound with Barafundle and Broad Haven being two of the most picturesque beaches in Wales. The autumn woodland colours are spectacular and make for superb landscape compositions when reflected in the ponds. |
Whether a complete beginner, enthusiast, aspiring professional or seasoned photographer, Andy provides comprehensive tuition to suit all levels in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. We meet at 10 am for an introductory talk at the National Trust's Stackpole Education Centre and the day is then spent visting various locations in the Reserve, periodically returning to the Education Centre for review of pictures on the computer. Instruction is informal and conducted as we work our way around the ponds, woodland and beaches. The course finishes at 4pm. |
Workshop dates for 2011
September 29th
October
6th, 13th, 27th, 31st
November
3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
December
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
Workshop dates for 2012
January 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
February
2nd, 9th, 16th, 23th
March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
April 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
May 3rd, 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
June 4th, 11th
July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
August
6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
September
3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
October
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Cost
Workshop £95.
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Location
Use the AA's route planner for directions. The location of the Stackpole Education Centre (SA71 5DQ) can also be found on Google Maps or the Ordnance Survey's Get-a-map.
How to book
Numbers are limited and workshops must be booked at least a day in advance. Contact Andy Davies on 01267 268061, 07977 562321 or email andy@andydavies.info
Joining instructions
We meet in the foyer of the National Trusts' Education Centre at Stackpole at 10am.
Participants must ring Andy the day before on 07977 562321 to confirm their attendance and for an update on the weather forcecast. Please bring a packed lunch and something to drink.
Equipment required
Digital compact cameras or digital single lens reflex cameras (DSLRs) with interchangeable lenses.
Optional
Laptop computer loaded with Adobe Photoshop Creative Suite or Elements. Trial versions can be downloaded from the Adobe website. Tripod. |
