Photography Workshop : New to Photography in Minehead

Schedule

Sat Jun 13 2026 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Minehead Harbour | Minehead, EN

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About this Event

Are you new to photography and confused about the basic principles of photography and want to achieve more from your image-making?

This workshop is designed for people who are new to photography and want a good foundation of skills.

We meet with informal refreshments to get to know each other and explore your aims within photography before heading off for the rest of our time on a Photowalk.

What’s Included:

  • The camera, its buttons, dials and menus
  • Exposure control
  • Focus control
  • Depth of field
  • White balance
  • The Histogram


WHY JOIN MARK

Mark is a qualified photographer and educator, with over 30 years of experience as a freelance photographer and holds a Masters** degree in photography, in addition to a BA (Hons) photography degree; amongst other media qualifications. On first submission, Mark was awarded by his peers at the Royal Photographic Society, Licentiate Distinction. Now preparing to return to university for a Doctorial in Photography. The area of research for this PhD is investigating Psychogeography and Affect Theory relating to Photography, Media and Art with the philosophical and cultural relationship of Posthumanism. Holding £10M of public liability insurance and is a trained First Aider.


WHAT DO PAST ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT MARK AND HIS WORKSHOPS?

“I was looking for someone to help me understand my canon camera whilst on holiday in Minehead. I am so glad that I booked a one-to-one day out with Mark. I can’t say enough about how professional Mark is & how wonderful our day out together was. Mark instantly put me at ease and nothing was too much trouble for him to explain. Mark does this in a way that you can easily relate to in day to day scenarios. I have since joined Mark‘s Lightroom Monday group and now enjoy learning all about post production of my images.”

Joan, Middlesex


“I joined Mark on one of his 1 to 1 workshops “New to Photography Workshop” back in April 2019, I wanted to rejuvenate my hobby for photography, having been a member of a local camera club where if your face fits you were ok I wanted to understand more about photography and techniques, well 18 mths on having been a regular attendee on his walks and trips I feel I have learned much more from a very motivated, experienced educator and communicator.”

Malcolm, Somerset


“Many thanks for all the help on your photography workshop in getting me away from auto settings, and understanding depth of field, rule of 3rds ect, it has been a great help in improving my photography skills and making everything even more enjoyable than I ever thought possible, Many thanks, Mark.” Mike, Taunton, Somerset

“Mark has the knack of simplifying the technical. He is always available to answer questions, even when they have been asked before.”

Katrina, Minehead, Somerset


“After having owned my Nikon DSLR camera for many years and never having taken it off Auto, I decided to join Mark on one of his Full Day Camera courses. He took me through the basics and encouraged me throughout the day, by adding new skills at varying locations. By the time we had finished, I felt confident to continue learning and practising my new skills. A great day for those who need to better understand their camera. Thanks Mark.”

Karen, Porlock, Somerset


“Mark has endless patience, is very encouraging and has a wealth of knowledge, he has been a great support in helping me progress my intermediate photography skills from capturing the shot to editing in Lightroom.”

Joanne, Minehead, Somerset


”We had some lovely days with sun, clouds, rain and wind. Today an Exmoor photographer showed us some beautiful places on Exmoor. Thank you Mark Stothard for taking us the whole day out and giving us a lot of tips ?”

Elma, Facebook, NL


“Mark’s passion for his art of photography, comes through in the warmth and professionalism he shows in all his workshops. He makes you feel welcome, relaxed and nothing is too much trouble! He simplifies instructions so that we can all understand. We all come away feeling greatly inspired and with new knowledge to become better photographers ourselves. His variety of workshops shows his broad knowledge. I particularly enjoyed the trip out onto Exmoor to photograph ponies and Highland cattle, where his enthusiasm is evident. The ambience of the smaller groups, where everyone is friendly and Mark inspires us to help each other, as well as sharing his tips and knowledge with us. I would thoroughly recommend attending any of his workshops.”

Sue, Bridgwater, Somerset

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Minehead Harbour, Quay Street, Minehead, United Kingdom

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