Landscape Photography
Saturday 05 April
Embsay Moor Reservoir - 11am - 2 Hours
Joshua Hart
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Long Exposure Photography
Tuesday 01 April
University of Leeds - 7pm - 2 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture light trails along with tripod photography.Long exposure refers to a technique where you keep the shutter open for an unusually long period of time. This results to interesting effects in your photographs.
Street Photography at Night Meetup
Saturday 19 April
University of Leeds - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring the town at night.
At this meetup, we will practise the basics of shooting in a dark environment as we capture candid images in an urban setting.
By the end of this event, you will be more familiar with:
- How to adjust camera settings for low light.
- Using slow shutter speeds to get brighter images and create light trails.
- Capturing RAW images.
- Guidelines for shooting other people and their property in the real world.
WWC (Walk with Camera)
Saturday 03 May
Harewood House, Leeds - 12pm - 2 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 17 May
Wakefield City Centre - 4:30pm - 3 Hours
Duncan Yi Chik Si
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera step by step to help you learn about the basic camera settings, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, composition techniques and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Painting Trees In Watercolour, For Beginners
Sunday 23 March
Hyde park - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Enjoy 2 hours of creativity painting trees using a variety of watercolour techniques Beginners welcome
Landscape Acrylic Painting At The Historic Temple Newsham For Beginners
Saturday 29 March
Temple Newsham - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Join us at the historic 15th century house and grounds of Temple Newsham, we will be painting a landscape in acrylic and enjoying the amazing atmosphere of the house , farm and grounds. It is of note that the landscape was created by the reknowned 'Capability Brown '.
Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 29 March
Civic Quarter - 1:30pm - 3 Hours
Amim Shah
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 05 April
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.
Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
Painting Trees In Acrylic For Beginners
Sunday 06 April
Meanwood - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
This beginner-friendly class will guide you through the fundamentals of painting trees using acrylics. You'll learn essential brush techniques, color mixing, and how to create realistic or stylized tree textures. Step by step, you'll build confidence in capturing different tree shapes, foliage, and lighting effects. Perfect for new artists looking to explore acrylic painting in a fun and approachable way.
Painting People In Watercolour For Beginners
Sunday 13 April
Hyde park - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
An introduction to drawing and painting people, easy to follow, an enjoyable 2 hours learning the skill of capturing moments in time!
Urban Landscape Sketching And Watercolour For Beginners
Saturday 19 April
Leeds canal - 10am - 2 Hours
Lynn Armstrong
Come along and sketch the sights of old Leeds along the picturesque Leeds canal
C2C Crochet Class
Saturday 26 April
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
Discover the artistry and versatility of corner-to-corner crochet in our upcoming class! Participants will unlock the secrets to creating stunning geometric designs while mastering this popular technique. Whether you're a beginner seeking a creative outlet or an experienced crocheter looking to expand your skill set, this class offers a welcoming environment for all levels. Join us for an enriching experience where you'll not only learn a new craft but also connect with fellow enthusiasts in a supportive community. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your crochet repertoire and unleash your creativity with corner-to-corner crochet!
Beginner's Crochet Class
Saturday 10 May
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.
Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
Amigurumi 101
Saturday 24 May
Leeds University - 10am - 3 Hours
Lucy Williams
Perfect for those who've already done our popular Beginners Class! Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, cute creatures. You will learn the basics of Amigurumi and start on an easy amigurumi heart project during the class.
All our classes include crochet materials and instruction as well as a non-alcoholic drink during the class.
