Get closer to nature with macro photography. This full day course (10am-4pm) will be perfect for anyone looking to capture stunning close-ups of nature and take their macro shots to the next level. Photographers with a DSLR or mirrorless cameras will benefit from expert tuition and a whole host of tips and tricks to take your close up imagery to the next level with expert tutor Dan’s coaching and advice. If you have a macro lens this will be perfect, but don’t worry if you don’t as Dan will show you how to get better close-ups with standard equipment. There will also be a limited number of spare macro lenses to try out on the day, so it’ll be the perfect time to try out a macro lens if you’ve never had the chance to before.
We’d love you to join us in June to take wonderful nature shots of the flowers, flora, gardens and insects at the stunning University of Leicester Botanic Gardens and glass houses.
There’s just 10 places available per workshop so book now to make sure you don’t miss out!
What to Expect
Expect a fun-filled workshop full of expert macro photography advice, covering everything from the best settings to capture plants and insects. Plus lighting, focus stacking, accessories, getting the most out of your macro lens and how to banish blur and camera-shake.
Who is this course for?
Anyone with a DSLR or mirrorless camera
What lenses will I need?
A macro lens is ideal, but there will spares available as well as adapters to give kit lenses and 50mm primes macro capabilities
You’ll learn key techniques to set up your camera for stunning macro shots and have 1-2-1 time with our expert tutor
Location: University of Leicester Botanic Garden (details below)
Macro Photography Workshop Schedule
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We head to a classroom within the University where Dan runs through an in-depth presentation to give you all of the knowledge you could possibly need to get started with macro photography - even experienced macro pro’s will likely pick up a few tips!
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Working in pairs you’ll put some of the skills you’ve just learnt into practice on a range of flowers and plants in the classroom. You’ll have access to tripods, plamps, lights and macro accessories to help you hone your technique.
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We’ll take a short break for lunch around midday where Dan can also take the time to have a look through some of your photos. We advise you bring a packed lunch as the University does not have a cafe on site.
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You’ll get hands-on with macro kit and spend 1-2-1 time with Dan, as well as watch live demonstrations for lighting set ups and focus stacking. You’ll have time to explore the beautiful grounds of the Botanic Gardens and photograph whatever flora or fauna catches your eye. If we’re unlucky with the weather we also have a range of desert, alpine and tropical glass houses to explore.
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We’ll head back to the classroom where Dan will take a look through your images. We’ll do a friendly competition throughout the day and the photographer of Dan’s favourite image will win a small mystery prize – no pressure, it’s just a bit of fun!
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We’ll wrap up the workshop and you’ll head home bursting with excitement to get out capturing close-ups again. Dan hopes to have cleared up any camera questions, lighting troubles or kit enquiries you might have before the workshop is over.
Where to Find Us
We’ll start the morning in a classroom at Beaumont Hall at The Village University of Leicester. Free on street parking is available just a short walk away on Glebe Road. Please arrive at 9:50am so we’re able to begin at 10am. We advise you bring a packed lunch as the University does not have a cafe or canteen on site. Teas, coffees and refreshments will be available on the day.
University of Leicester Botanic Garden, Beaumont Hall
LE2 2NA
