MARIAFALCONERPHOTOGRAPHY

Work in Progress

Jan 23rd to April 24th, 2022 - Online Workshop

Maria Falconer, Tell Me Again Chick , work in progress

A Body of Work

How do you fancy getting stuck into a new photographic project? Maybe you have been thinking about an idea recently, or perhaps you are looking for new inspiration? You may even have made some images already but are unsure what the next step might be.

One of the things we have learned over the years is how beneficial it can be to work alongside others, both giving and receiving feedback, not just from tutors but also from other creative individuals.

This workshop offers you the space to transform your ideas and images into a completed body of work; the opportunity to work independently on a project, whilst also checking in regularly to discuss your ideas and progress.

Think of it as a kind of hub where you'll both give and receive creative stimulus, new ideas, lots of energy and positive feedback.

The Content

In order to pack in as much as possible, we've designed the workshop to include a mix of one-to-one and group sessions with a healthy balance of presentations, discussions and feedback, The programme will consist of five group meetings (each lasting between 2 and 2 1/2 hours) with Paul and Maria, plus each participant will receive two half-hour individual feedback sessions. In addition there will be a final group meeting for everyone to share their completed projects.

Our past participants come from varied photographic backgrounds and experience levels. Some had never made a body of work before whilst others are experienced practitioners.
Checkout this short video to hear about their experiences and get a flavour of the range of work they made on the workshop. So far we have seen printed images, virtual and real galleries, books, documentary videos, a range of moving image pieces and even an installation.

The Theme

One of the liberating things about this workshop is that there is no theme, you are free to explore anything you wish! You may have a project already on the go or you may decide to embark on something completely new. Your head could be full of ideas or maybe you are waiting for inspiration to strike. There is no right or wrong way, this is just a starting point.

Many of you will have made a body of work before, and you will understand that this is a challenging and exciting thing to do. But if this process is new to you then you really are in for a treat!

The Format

There are no rules about what you will make or the style you choose to work in. It could be a documentary book or a radical zine, a moving image piece or a series of fine art prints. It's entirely up to you.

Unlike our one-day or weekend workshops, this project will be ongoing, and regular input from the entire group will help to shape and direct each individual's work.
In addition to input from Paul and Maria, participants are expected to make some contributions to the research, presentations, discussions and feedback. Naturally there will be times when you feel out of your comfort zone (that's how we grow), but the process isn't designed to be frightening, but rather informal, supportive and positive.

Topics will include:

• Making a body of work - What, why and how to make a strong body of work.


• Image making and selecting - practical and aesthetic considerations involved in making and selecting your images.


• Choosing an appropriate platform - will your final project work best as a book, zine, moving image work, prints or some other format?


• Editing and sequencing - how to create a narrative through your work.


• Style, form and content - how to organise your material so that the design and meaning work together.

It's important to recognise that participation in this workshop will demand a degree of commitment, both to your own work and also to the group sessions. But once on board, the journey is always enriching and rewarding and the results frequently surprising!

The Timetable

• All group sessions will take place on Sundays from 10.00 to 12.30.


• All group sessions will be recorded so if you are unable to make one you can catch up in your own time.


• Occasionally it may be necessary to re-schedule a session and we do our utmost to find a mutually convenient time. If you are unable to attend then a recording will be available.


• A range of options are available for you to book 1-1 sessions including daytime, evening and weekend slots.


• The final meet up is a grand finale where participants will present their finished work.

What you will need

• A sense of curiosity, a willingness to share your knowledge and experience, and a commitment to the group.


• A camera - anything from a smartphone upwards is fine by us. Remember that a camera is just a tool, the important thing is that you are comfortable using it.


• Something to edit your images on - eg desktop computer, laptop, ipad etc.


• A wifi connection.


• Zoom downloaded and installed onto your computer, it's free and available here .

But don't just take our word for it ...

Booking - Maximum 10 participants

The workshop takes place on selected dates (as outlined in the timetable above) between Sunday January 23rd and Sunday April 24th, 2022.

Cost - £195

When booking you will receive a paypal receipt immediately, this is also confirmation of your place. You will also receive an email confirmation from us within 48 hours.

Please note that refunds are not available after booking unless we are able to reallocate your place.

Buying a workshop as a gift? Just let us know when you book it and we will send you a gift certificate!

If you have any questions or would simply like a chat about the workshop, please don't hesitate to contact Maria - email / mobile +44 (0)7740 985 887, or Paul - email / mobile +44 (0)7977 700 274. We would be delighted to hear from you.

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March 18-20th, 2022 - Ludlow, Shropshire

A Sense of Place

As photographers we are used to wandering the streets looking for interesting things to point our cameras at, but sometimes you could say: we look, but do we really see...? It's easy to fall into familiar patterns and ways of photographing that can lead to predictable or even repetitive results. But how can a photograph reflect a sense of place? How can we learn to see beyond the obvious, respond in creative ways to our environment, uncover and discover what's often before our very eyes?

Let us take you by the hand and lead you through the streets of Ludlow - we'll show you a town full of history, mystery and surprises! Ok, a bit of poetic license there but joking aside, the sentiment remains. This workshop will take you on a journey, not only geographically but psychologically and creatively too.

The Theme

Together we will explore Ludlow's rich environment from a range of photographic perspectives, and each photographer will be free to choose the direction that most appeals to them. We will wander through the town - its streets, buildings and iconic castle, its famous market, and the immediate landscape. We'll think about the phrase 'a sense of place' and how history influences the way we connect to our towns and cities. And we'll delve into visual story telling and how a place can make us feel, behave and even see.
But most importantly we will be making photographs, discussing our findings and sharing our work!

The workshop will be packed with short presentations, creative exercises, and advice and feedback on your work. So whether you are looking for new ideas and a different approach to your photography, or you just want to dive into a weekend of image making with like minded people, either way this workshop offers a weekend of challenging photography and fun.

And it doesn't matter if you are an experienced photographer or relatively new to the medium, we welcome a rich mix of enthusiastic participants. And we do our best to create a warm, supportive, non competitive environment where you have space to experiment and also have fun!

But don't just take our word for it ...

The Location

The workshop will take place in Ludlow, Shropshire, a thriving medieval market town situated on a cliff above the river Teme that's easily accessible by train or car.

Our base, The Mascall Centre,is located in the heart of the town. It is within walking distance of restaurants, markets, shops, pubs, museum, the castle and the church. And there is also free parking and some accommodation on site.

Accommodation

There are many local hotels and B&Bs to choose from in Ludlow. Here are a few that have been recommended;

• Ludlow Mascall Centre
• The Charlton Arms Hotel
• The Church Inn

There is also an extensive accommodation list on the Ludlow Tourist Information web site. And Trip advisor have many helpful listings too.

Booking

The workshop takes place from 5 pm on Friday 18th, to 5 pm on Sunday 20th March 2022, at The Mascall Centre, Lower Galdeford, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1RZ.

We find that meeting socially as a group can be both fun and really productive too. It's a great opportunity for participants to get to know each other and share photographic tips and experiences. So we usually book a table on Saturday evening at a local restaurant for those who would like to join us. Of course this is entirely optional but everyone is welcome.

C-19 Policy

Naturally we wish to make the environment as safe as possible, so please be aware that unless there has been some major change to the pandemic situation we will request a negative Covid-19 Lateral Flow test on each day of the workshop (this includes tutors as well as participants). As these are free and only take 15 mins to proces they will provide an easy but positive step towards ensuring that our workshop is as safe as possible for everyone.
All participants and tutors will be expected to fully comply with any government regulations operational at the time of the workshop.

Cost

Booking includes all tuition plus light refreshments - tea / coffee/ biscuits

Please be aware before booking that;

• Booking indicates that you have read and agree to our TERMS & CONDITIONS including Covid-19 procedures and cancellation policy.


• You will need to bring a laptop with you for editing.

Buying a workshop as a gift? Just let us know when you book it and we will send you a gift certificate!

If you have any questions or would simply like a chat about the workshop, please don't hesitate to contact Maria - email / mobile +44 (0)7740 985 887, or Paul - email / mobile +44 (0)7977 700 274. We would be delighted to hear from you.

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May 15th, 2022 - Edinburgh, Scotland

We are very excited to offer this one day action packed Dance Photography workshop at Dance Base in Edinburgh, Scotland's National Centre for Dance.

You won't find another dance photography workshop like this in the UK (or anywhere else as far as we know). You will have the opportunity to work with many wonderful dancers, in a range of different settings that will push your creativity to the max!

You will photograph highly trained contemporary dancers both out on location and in a live theatre setting. There will be presentations and exercises, discussions and technical info - but mostly you will be at the sharp end of picture making! We think it's fair to say that you will come out buzzing!

Check out our video from previous workshops

Video from previous workshops - all images made by participants

May I have the Pleasure?

Unless you live somewhere in a dark hole, you can't possibly have missed the recent explosion of dance on our streets, cinemas, theatres and TVs! Dance has taken the UK - and the rest of the world - by storm! From Ballroom to Ballet, Strictly to Street Dance, everyone is up and moving!

But this new craze isn't easy to photograph. Production shots, location shoots, choreography, direction, improvisation and collaboration - what's it all about?
The world of dance photography can be both bewildering and fascinating, hard work and fun!
But we can show you the steps - if you're up for the challenge?

On this workshop Maria Falconer and Paul Hill will introduce you not only to the technical aspects of shooting dance, but much more importantly - the creative ones.

And because the numbers are limited to 12, you will have plenty of time and space to work, and lots of input from the tutors.

Digital Camera Magazine feature on Maria's Performance Photography

The Workshop

It doesn't matter if you are an experienced photographer or new to the medium, this workshop welcomes a rich mix of enthusiastic participants. And if you are new to dance photography, Maria and Paul will guide you through the day.

The workshop will be packed with exercises and advice designed to help you create interesting unique images.

You will work with trained dancers both on location and in a live theatre setting.

Everything that you need will be on hand, so that you can really get involved and enjoy the experience.

The Content

The workshop will include presentations, demos and a series of technical
and creative exercises around the following topics;

• Directing / collaborating with dancers
• Working on location
• Shooting in the theatre
• Camera angles and vantage points
• Colour, costume and backgrounds
• Using the light to your advantage
• ISO, Shutter speeds, Aperture and all that jazz
• Getting beyond the clichés
• Experimentation and creativity
• Copyright and Model Release

Images from previous workshops - all made by participants

The Location.

Dance Base, 14 - 16 Grassmarket
EH1 2JU

This one day workshop will take place from 08.45 - 17.30 on Sunday May 15th at Dance Base's award winning building in the heart of Edinburgh. It's easily accessible by bus, train and car - details here .

Dance Base, Edinburgh

Promotional image for So Many Steps, So Little Time, Bruges.

The Tutors

Maria Falconer

Maria is a Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, holds an MA in Photography, and teaches at De Montfort University.
Her work has been shown at Arles Photography Festival, The Edinburgh Festival, ThePrintSpace Photovoice awards London, FORMAT Photography Festival, DanceMoves in New Jersey and at the Lightmoves Dance Film festival in Limerick.
Her specialist dance photography has been published in The Guardian, The Times, The Glasgow Herald and The Scotsman.
In Jan 2017 Maria exhibited her work at an international Dance Festival in Bruges. She was delighted to discover that one of her images was used to advertise the event.
Maria also trained as a contemporary dancer at the Laban Centre for Movement and Dance in London, and enjoys being on both sides of the fence!

Paul Hill

Awarded an MBE for his services to photography, Paul is the originator of photographic workshops in the UK. An influential teacher, he has published several books and exhibited all over the world. Originally a photo journalist, his work is in international collections of photography. www.hillonphotography.co.uk.

This is what the UK's best selling photo magazine Digital Camera wrote about Paul:

An eminent photographer, teacher and workshop pioneer, Paul Hill witnessed many of the major changes that transformed British photography ... and works to help students develop their own vision: "to say something rather than just show something."

But don't just take our word for it ...

Covid-19 Policy

Naturally we wish to make the environment as safe as possible, so please be aware that everyone attending will be asked to produce a negative Covid-19 Lateral Flow test prior to arrival. Please see our terms & conditions below.

If we are in a position where government guidelines necessitate that we cancel the workshop you will receive a full refund.

Booking

Numbers are restricted to 12 in order to maximize your time working with the dancers. This also enables us to spend more time with each photographer, and offer advice and constructive feedback to everyone.

Cost - £195

Please be aware before booking that;

• Booking indicates that you have read and agree to our TERMS & CONDITIONS including Covid-19 procedures and cancellation policy.


• You will need to bring a laptop with you for editing.

Production shot for Edge Fwd, Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Buying a workshop as a gift? Just let us know when you book it and we will send you a gift certificate!

If you have any questions or would simply like a chat about the workshop, please don't hesitate to contact Maria - email / mobile +44 (0)7740 985 887, or Paul - email / mobile +44 (0)7977 700 274. We would be delighted to hear from you.

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Nottingham - April 9th & 10th, 2022

We have been running Dance Photography workshops in the UK since 2017. Every single one has sold out and you told us that YOU LOVED THEM! So here we are again with yet another fabulous workshop at Dance4 in Nottingham.

You won't find another dance photography workshop like this in the UK (or anywhere else as far as we know). You will have the opportunity to work with many wonderful dancers, in a range of different settings that will push your creativity to the max!

You will photograph trained contemporary dancers out on location, in the theatre and also in the photographic studio!

There will be presentations and exercises, discussions and technical info - but mostly you will be at the sharp end of picture making! I think it's fair to say that you will come out buzzing!

Check out our video from previous workshops

Video from previous workshops - all images made by participants

May I have the Pleasure?

Unless you live somewhere in a dark hole, you can't possibly have missed the recent explosion of dance on our streets, cinemas, theatres and TVs! Dance has taken the UK - and the rest of the world - by storm! From Ballroom to Ballet, Strictly to Street Dance, everyone is up and moving!

But this new craze isn't easy to photograph. Production shots, location shoots, choreography, direction, improvisation and collaboration - what's it all about?
The world of dance photography can be both bewildering and fascinating, hard work and fun!
But we can show you the steps - if you're up for the challenge?

On this workshop Maria Falconer and Paul Hill will introduce you not only to the technical aspects of shooting dance, but much more importantly - the creative ones.

And because the numbers are limited to 12, you will have plenty of time and space to work, and lots of input from the tutors.

Digital Camera Magazine feature on Maria's Performance Photography

The Workshops

It doesn't matter if you are an experienced photographer or new to the medium, this workshop welcomes a rich mix of enthusiastic participants. And if you are new to dance photography, Maria and Paul will guide you through the day.

The workshop will be packed with exercises and advice, designed to help you create interesting unique images.

You will work with trained dancers on location, in the theatre and also in the photographic studio. We are very fortunate to have with us the lighting expert Nick Lockett, a highly experienced professional photographer and teacher - see below for more about Nick.

Everything that you need will be on hand, so that you can really get involved and enjoy the experience.

The Content

The workshop will include presentations, demos and a series of technical
and creative exercises around the following topics;

• Directing / collaborating with dancers
• Working on location
• Shooting in the theatre
• Studio lighting
• Camera angles and vantage points
• Colour, costume and backgrounds
• Using the light to your advantage
• ISO, Shutter speeds, Aperture and all that jazz
• Getting beyond the cliches
• Experimentation and creativity
• Copyright and Model Release

Images from previous workshops - all made by participants

The Location.

Dance4
iC4C2
Dakeyne Street
Nottingham
NG3 2AR

This weekend workshop will take place from 08.45 - 17.00 at Dance4's beautiful and prestigious new Centre for Choreography in Nottingham's Creative Quarter. It's easily accessible by bus, train and car - full access details here

Dance4 studio, Nottingham

Promotional image for So Many Steps, So Little Time, Bruges.

The Tutors

Maria Falconer

Maria is a Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, holds an MA in Photography, and is a qualified teacher.
Her work has been shown at Arles Photography Festival, The Edinburgh Festival, ThePrintSpace Photovoice awards London, FORMAT Photography Festival, DanceMoves in New Jersey and at the Lightmoves Dance Film festival in Limerick.
Her specialist dance photography has been published in The Guardian, The Times, The Glasgow Herald and The Scotsman.
In Jan 2017 Maria exhibited her work at an international Dance Festival in Bruges. She was delighted to discover that one of her images was used to advertise the event.
Maria also trained as a contemporary dancer at the Laban Centre for Movement and Dance in London, and enjoys being on both sides of the fence!

Paul Hill

Awarded an MBE for his services to photography, Paul is the originator of photographic workshops in the UK. An influential teacher, he has published several books and exhibited all over the world www.hillonphotography.co.uk.

This is what the UK's best selling photo magazine Digital Camera wrote about Paul:

An eminent photographer, teacher and workshop pioneer, Paul Hill witnessed many of the major changes that transformed British photography ... and works to help students develop their own vision: "to say something rather than just show something."

Nick Lockett - Guest teacher, Nottingham workshop

For twenty years Nick was Chief Photographer and Head of Pictures for Carlton Television in London, producing still images and picture publicity on TV programmes as diverse as Inspector Morse, Spitting Image and Pop Idol. Formerly Senior Lecturer at De Montfort University, Nick teaches part-time at Staffordshire University and also undertakes photo assignments for newspapers, magazines and book publishers.
Nick has an impressive client list including; The British Museum, The Louvre, BBC, ITV, C4, Australian Film Commission, Ofsted, The Oval & Surrey County Cricket Club, Royal Mail, The Guardian, Sydney Morning Herald, The Melbourne Age, Weidenfeld & Nicholson and Grove Atlantic.

But don't just take our word for it ...

Covid-Safe Regulations

Naturally we wish to make the environment as safe as possible, so please be aware that everyone attending will be asked to produce a negative Covid-19 Lateral Flow test prior to arrival. Please see our terms & conditions below.

If we are in a position where government guidelines necessitate that we cancel the workshop you will receive a full refund.

Booking

Numbers are restricted to 12 in order to maximize your time working with the dancers. This also enables us to spend more time with each photographer, and offer advice and constructive feedback to everyone.

Cost - £325

Please be aware before booking that;

• Booking indicates that you have read and agree to our TERMS & CONDITIONS including Covid-19 procedures and cancellation policy.


• You will need to bring a laptop with you for editing.

Production shot for Edge Fwd, Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Buying a workshop as a gift? Just let us know when you book it and we will send you a gift certificate!

If you have any questions or would simply like a chat about the workshop, please don't hesitate to contact Maria - email / mobile +44 (0)7740 985 887, or Paul - email / mobile +44 (0)7977 700 274. We would be delighted to hear from you.

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Ooh La Loire! - at the wonderful Château de Montsoreau-Museum of contemporary art

Montsoreau, The Loire Valley, France
June 7th - 12th, 2022

Château de Montsoreau-Museum of contemporary art

The market town of Montsoreau -
'One of the most beautiful in France'

The Location

What better inspiration for a photography workshop than spending 6 days in the magnificent Loire Valley France.

For centuries the Loire has been a popular destination for artists, from Rabelais and Turner to Alexandre Dumas and Rodin.

Here, hundreds of majestic châteaux and palaces line the course of the country's longest river, and such is the beauty of the ancient towns, limestone hills and historic châteaux, that a 300km-long stretch of the valley has been designated a World Heritage Site.

We are delighted to be based at the renowned Château de Montsoreau-Museum of contemporary art, which is the only château that is actually built on the Loire riverbed itself.
Created in April 2016 on the initiative of the French contemporary art collector Philippe Méaille, the Château de Montsoreau-Museum of contemporary art is a radical, committed, living place. Its permanent collection is the world's largest collection of works from the Art & Language movement."

Just beyond the château walls lies the charming market town of Montsoreau, officially classified as 'One of the most Beautiful in France'. Here you'll find architecture in the subtle shades of French lace and Troglodyte houses that are cut into the cliff side.

Our base for the workshop - in the heart of the château

The Theme

Our theme is inspiration! And in addition to the fabulous location we have an action packed programme for you.

We are extremely fortunate to be based in a classroom in the heart of the château with 6 days free access to the museum's collection of contemporary art and temporary exhibitions.

The workshop will be packed with short presentations, technical and creative exercises, as well as lots of advice and feedback. We will have field trips, challenges, stimulating discussions and a whole lot of fun! And over the course of the week we will be making online books (don't panic if you've never done that before!)

We don't want to give too much away and spoil the surprises, but suffice to say that this workshop is not about landscape, portraiture, or any specific genre, it's about you and your photography. Inspiration to think and work differently. Inspiration to make new and unique images.

It doesn't matter if you are an experienced photographer or relatively new to the medium, we welcome a rich mix of enthusiastic participants.
And we do our best to create a warm, supportive, non competitive environment where you have time and space to experiment.

But don't just take our word for it ...

Overview

The workshop will take place from 10 am on Tuesday June 7th, to 5 pm on Sunday June 12th, allowing Mondays for traveling. And there is also an optional welcome dinner on Monday 6th for those who are able to join us. Over the course of the workshop there will be challenges and exercises in and around the Château de Montsoreau-Museum of contemporary art itself, around the town of Montsoreau and also two field trips.
We have factored in a day off in the middle for you to relax or explore as you wish, or continue making pictures in this wonderful location.
Montsoreau offers a range of recreational activities including, canoeing, cycling, wine tasting (and courses to learn about wine), shopping or just hanging out enjoying the local atmosphere.

The first outing will be to the incredible Château de Bréze .
Built and rebuilt between the 11th and 19th centuries in the heart of a vineyard, this château is not quite all that it seems. At first glance there is nothing to suggest that it sits atop the largest underground fortress in Europe. But situated deep beneath the château there are actually more than 1 km of underground passages, housing everything from the largest underground bakery in France, to an ice-house and a 'Son et Lumiére' show on the bare rock of one of the caverns.

Our second excursion will be to the medieval town of Chinon. Resting on the banks of the Vienne river, Chinon, with its cobbled streets and houses is a town steeped in history and culture dating back to the 15th century. Rich with cafés, shops and restaurants, Chinon also boasts its own château where in 1429 the teenage Joan of Arc visited the Dauphin Charles VII to acknowledge him as the rightful heir to the throne.

Although our workshop does involve rather a lot of châteaux, it's absolutely not about making pretty pictures. The exercises and challenges will help you to see beyond the obvious and encourage you to photograph everything in new and unique ways.

We find that workshop participants really learn a lot from chatting to each other, both during the workshop and also socially. Invariably group members come from a diverse range of backgrounds, and have an enormous amount of experience and skills to share. After hour meet ups over a drink or an evening meal can elicit the most fascinating discussions and are a great way to relax too!

And so with this in mind, we have arranged two opportunities to dine out as a group, an introductory dinner on the evening of Monday 8th, and a farewell meal on Sunday June 13th. And although it would be wonderful to see everyone there, this is of course entirely optional.

On arrival we will dine at Créperie Saladerie la Dentellière. They don't have a web site, (which is not uncommon for small businesses in rural France), but you can find them listed on Trip Advisor here.

We are still to finalise the details of our farewell meal but we will post details as soon as possible.

Because we appreciate that it's not always possible for people to attend the social activities, we don't include them in the price. But there will be an opportunity to opt in or out when booking, so that we can give the restaurants plenty of notice about numbers and dietary requirements.

Accommodation

There are a range of accommodation options in Montsoreau - from posh hotels to campsite chalets, as well as interesting airbnb possibilities. Here are a few but there are many more available online;

In Montsoreau

Self Catering

• Holiday Charlotte
• Holiday Margot
• Holiday Adele

B&B and Hotels

• B&B Juliette
• Hotel la Marine de Loire
• Chambres d'hotes Oiseau
• Hotel le Bussy

Camping & Chalets

• Camping L'Isle

Nearby is the village of Fontevraud l'Abbaye (2.5 miles)

• Hotel Croix Blanche
• Dormir en Troglo
• The Desgriere

And Varennes-sur-Loire (2 miles)

• Apartment in the heart of the valley of the Kings
• Chambre independante plein pieds
• Chambre LUCILE à la Gravemillette

There are also helpful listings on

• Montsoreau Tourist Office web site,
• Home Away
• Trip advisor .

Travel

Ryanair fly from Stansted to Tours and Nantes, and Flybe from Birmingham and Southampton to Nantes. From Tours and Nantes there are regular trains to Saumur where you will be picked up on arrival. If you have the option though, it is quicker to get to Saumur from Tours than Nantes.

It's also easy to travel by Eurostar with just 2 changes from London St Pancras to Saumur.

And if you would like to drive, Montsoreau is only 5 hours from Calais.

So come and join us for a unique creative experience, make the sort of pictures that you have never made before, and improve your technical skills and creative vision! Enjoy a friendly and informal learning environment, with space and time for you to share ideas, meet other photographers, and make some new pictures! We would love to welcome you on board!

Booking

Cost

Booking temporarily suspended but will be open as soon as possible.

Price £495

Price includes;

• All tuition
• Transfers to and from Saumur train station
• Transport to and from Bréze and Chinon
• Entrance to Château de Bréze.

Please be aware before booking that;

• You will need a laptop / ipad with you for editing.
  (Make sure that your device has the technology to transfer your images to our laptop for feedback sessions - eg USB port / airdrop etc.)


• Booking indicates that you have read and agree to our cancellation policy.


• IF ANY OF OUR WORKSHOPS ARE CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19, YOU WILL BE REFUNDED
  

Buying a workshop as a gift? Just let us know when you book it and we will send you a gift certificate!

If you have any questions or would simply like a chat about the workshop, please don't hesitate to contact Maria - email / mobile +44 (0)7740 985 887, or Paul - email / mobile +44 (0)7977 700 274. We would be delighted to hear from you.

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Private Coaching

1-2-1 Coaching Sessions

The main advantage of a 1-2-1 coaching session is that it really is all all about you! And this means that instead of following a predetermined course or workshop, each session is designed to offer you exactly what you need. So with a little expert guidance to help you improve your photography a 1-2-1 session will really fast track your learning. Paul and Maria have extensive teaching experience from absolute beginners through to post graduate level, so whatever your background and experience you will be in good hands.

Coaching is available in hourly slots and can focus on the technical aspects of image making or the creative. And time slots are available daytime, evenings and weekends.

Sessions can be booked with either Paul or Maria, and can take place online or live in Ashbourne in the Peak District.

After booking Maria or Paul will contact you to arrange a mutually suitable day / time for your session.

Please don't hesitate to email or call us (Maria 07740985887 / Paul 07977700274) if you would like to chat about what we can offer you, or if you would like to discuss which tutor woud be most appropriate for you.

Fees

• One hour - Zoom £ 60


• One hour - live in Ashbourne, Derbyshire £ 70

Please check out our t & c's before booking

Choose from the following options

Online-Zoom with Maria £60.00 Online Zoom with Paul £60.00 Live in Ashbourne with Maria £70.00 Live in Ashbourne with Paul £70.00

Mentoring Programme

Our mentoring programme, jointly run by Maria Falconer and Paul Hill, is designed for photographers who would benefit from 1-2-1 input and feedback over a period of time. This is particularly useful for those about to embark on, or are in the midst of a project or a body of work, but is also suitable for those looking for regular tuition.

The programme consists of 5 x 90 minute sessions available either online or live in Ashbourne, Derbyshire. Sessions will take place at approximately two week intervals and time slots are available daytime, evenings and weekends. The initial session will involve both Paul and Maria who will offer individual feedback on your work. At the end of the session, and in consultation with you, a decision will be made about which mentor would be the most appropriate to take you through the rest of the programme. Sessions two to five will continue with your personal mentor. If you would prefer to work with either Paul or Maria right from the outset, then simply let us know before we begin (please don't be afraid to say, we are never offended), and we will happily arrange that.

It doesn't matter which genre / style you work in or what format / platform you prefer to use. It could be a documentary book or a radical zine, a moving image piece or a series of fine art prints, it's entirely up to you. Whatever you decide, Paul and Maria will be there to provide an informal but professional guiding hand to help bring out the best in your photographic work.

Topics covered during the sessions are variable and will reflect the needs and direction of each photographer enrolling on the programme. They may include any part of the creative process such as;

• Finding inspiration


• How to express ideas and emotions through photography


• Working on a concept


• Developing a style


• Editing


• Layout and sequencing


• Design


• Formats (what to make) - prints, moving image, books etc.


• Platforms (where to show) - galleries, online platforms, festivals etc.


• Anything else that will help you complete a successful project or advance your work.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner you will be supported, challenged and encouraged to develop your photographic practice to the highest possible level.

Please check out our t & c's before booking

Fees

• Mentoring Programme - Zoom £ 375


• Mentoring Programme - live in Ashbourne, Derbyshire £ 450

Choose from the following options

Online-Zoom £375.00 Live in Ashbourne £450.00

Please don't hesitate to email or call us (Maria 07740985887 / Paul 07977700274) if you would like to chat about any aspect of the programme.

Buying a workshop as a gift? Just let us know when you book it and we will send you a gift certificate!

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