Durham Christmas Market Street Photography Workshop

Join professional photographer Mark for a festive afternoon and evening exploring Durham’s famous Christmas Market through your lens. From twinkling lights and colourful stalls to the majestic Cathedral at dusk, this workshop is the perfect chance to capture the magic of Christmas in one of England’s most photogenic cities.

This is a hands-on street photography experience, designed for all levels — whether you’re shooting on DSLR, mirrorless, or smartphone. We’ll finish with a warm festive drink together — the perfect end to a creative day.

✨ What You’ll Learn How to shoot in low light & at night. Capturing festive street life & market atmosphere. Creative use of colour, lights, and reflections. Composition tips for busy scenes. Confidence shooting candidly in crowds.

📅 Schedule 14:00 – Meet at Market Square – intro + camera setup. 14:30 – Market photography – stalls, colours, candids. 16:00 – Cathedral Quarter at dusk – light & shadow. 17:30 – Riverside reflections – night photography. 19:00 – Market after dark – festive lights. 20:00 – Wrap-up & mulled wine/hot chocolate (included).

✅ What’s Included Tuition & guided practice. Festive hot drink. PDF guide on low-light photography. ❌ Not Included Meals. Transport. Insurance.

Info: Meet at Durham Market Square. Grab a coffee/hot drink, quick intro, and camera/smartphone setup.

Info: Capture stalls, colours, festive details, and candid market life.

Info: Learn to use light and shadow as the Cathedral and city streets begin to glow.

Info: Low-light techniques by the River Wear, including long exposures and reflections.

Info: Final shoot capturing the atmosphere of the market lit up at night.

Info: Group recap, Q&A, and a mulled wine or hot chocolate (included).

Host or Publisher Mark