BELFAST
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Sunday 01 June
Downtown Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Abiodun Oyeniyi
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.
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£26      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 22 June
Downtown Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Abiodun Oyeniyi
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 13 July
Downtown Belfast - 10am - 3 Hours
Abiodun Oyeniyi
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 to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£72       5 places left

Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 03 August
Downtown Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Abiodun Oyeniyi
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
book now
£28      
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Sunday 24 August
Downtown Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Abiodun Oyeniyi
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 14 September
Downtown Belfast - 10am - 3 Hours
Abiodun Oyeniyi
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 to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£72      

Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Sunday 05 October
Downtown Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Abiodun Oyeniyi
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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£28      

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 17 May
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
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.
book now
£28       2 places left
Portrait Drawing Basics

Portrait Drawing Basics

Saturday 07 June
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
Get ready to unleash your artistic talents in our Portrait Drawing Basics class!Join us for an exciting session where we'll delve into essential drawing techniques for portraiture. These skills will not only sharpen your foundation but also prove invaluable for tackling more intricate and challenging portrait projects in the future. Let's bring those portraits to life with a splash of creativity and a dash of skill - it's time to make your artistry shine!
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£26       1 places left
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 28 June
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
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.
book now
£26      

Introduction to Oil Painting

Introduction to Oil Painting

Saturday 19 July
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
Get ready to dip your brushes into a world of boundless creativity and vibrant hues with our exciting "Introduction to Oil Painting" class! Ignite your artistic spirit as our expert instructors guide you through a colorful journey, teaching you the secrets of expressive brushstrokes and the mesmerizing art of blending pigments. Dive into a realm where blank canvases transform into captivating masterpieces, and your imagination knows no bounds! Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class is your ticket to unlocking the artist within. Join us and let the strokes of your brush create wonders. Register now and paint your way to endless inspiration!
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£28      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 09 August
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
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.
book now
£28      
Tonal Drawing

Tonal Drawing

Saturday 30 August
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of shadow and tone.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of tonal drawing, including the use of value, contrast, and composition. We will cover topics such as creating a tonal range, building contrast, and simplifying composition to create a clean and striking image.
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£59       5 places left

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 13 September
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
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.
book now
£28      
Exploring Abstract Art

Exploring Abstract Art

Saturday 04 October
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
Dive into the vibrant world of abstract art with our Exploring Abstract Art class!Unleash your creativity as we use various media to reinterpret everyday objects and discover fresh subjects. Explore expressive and abstract representations that breathe life into your artistic vision. Get ready to embark on a journey of 'mark making' techniques, creating dynamic starting points that will evolve into unique masterpieces. Join us in this exciting exploration of abstract expression - where every stroke tells a story!
book now
£28      
Portrait Drawing Basics

Portrait Drawing Basics

Saturday 25 October
South Belfast - 10am - 2 Hours
Belfast Art Group
Natalie Irwin
Get ready to unleash your artistic talents in our Portrait Drawing Basics class!Join us for an exciting session where we'll delve into essential drawing techniques for portraiture. These skills will not only sharpen your foundation but also prove invaluable for tackling more intricate and challenging portrait projects in the future. Let's bring those portraits to life with a splash of creativity and a dash of skill - it's time to make your artistry shine!
book now
£28      

ABOUT BELFAST
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Belfast .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

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  • REVIEWS
    I had a great experience with Abbey and the photography group and learned so much about adjusting camera settings to capture the optimum exposure as well as composing all the elements to capture an eye catching landscape. Having an experienced photographer on hand to ask questions and receive guidance and tips was invaluable.
    5/5
    P?draig?n
    2025-04-22
    Abi was great in teaching us. He helped me with settings which I wanted to familiarize myself with. He's a great teacher and himself gave suggestions on how an image can be made better.
    5/5
    Noel
    2025-04-22
    Very good
    5/5
    Flavio
    2024-11-25

    Very interesting, learnt things I didn't know before. Will definitely help me with my macro shots
    5/5
    Eoin
    2024-06-23
    Thoroughly enjoyed the event, Darren was a great host.
    5/5
    Antony
    2024-06-18
    Really enjoyed it and learnt a lot. Daniel was very informative, helpful and approachable. It was great that we had the palm house to go to as a backup as it was a typical northern Irish June day 🤣
    5/5
    Ann
    2024-06-18

    The event was great for me. Small & personal group. The course was exactly what I was hoping for and more. Really appreciated Daniel taking time for us all and answering questions we had. It was really worth while.
    5/5
    Michael
    2024-02-06
    Daniel was explaining the concepts with a lot of energy and patience.
    5/5
    Amiya
    2024-01-23
    The event was excellent. Daniel is a great tutor. He knows what he is talking about and puts across the concepts in an easy to follow way. He is very relaxed and puts you at ease. He is very approachable and easy to talk to.
    5/5
    Kerrin
    2023-04-11

    This was a brilliant workshop. Daniel is a very skilled teacher. He is very patient, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He makes everyone feel at ease and inspired to keep learning about photography.
    5/5
    Marian
    2023-04-11
    This was such a fun and informative morning. I learned so much more than I thought I would in two hours and Daniel's energy and enthusiasm for photography was totally infectious. Would highly recommend!
    5/5
    Sarah
    2023-03-20
    I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. Daniel is a brilliant tutor. He is patient, enthusiastic and generous with his time. He has such a lovely way with people and makes people feel at ease allowing them to be confident enough to ask questions and try new techniques. I highly recommend any event he is hosting.
    5/5
    Marian
    2023-03-20

    PHOTOS
    Belfast Photography Group
    2025-04-25
    Title or Location: Belfast
    I took this around the Lagan weir and bridge. At night time, the Lagan bridge is lit up and the whole area is stunningly beautiful. The tall tower in the background is the Obel building it is a residential building and as far as I know, it?s possibly the tallest strayed building in Ireland.
    Credit: P?draig?n Bingham
    Facebook: P?draig?n Bingham Photography
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/padraigin_b_photography

    Belfast Photography Group
    2025-03-26
    Title or Location: Meelmore
    The view from the top of Meelmore mountain in the Mounres. What you cant see is the brutal cold wind there was. Was very obercast all day so this was 1 of the few photos I managed to capture when the fog lifted brielfly
    Credit: Mac creative photography
    Belfast Photography Group
    2025-01-29
    Title or Location: Elephants Rock, Ballintoy Harbour
    I knew where the sun was going to set and wanted to use it as a backdrop to this great location and I thought I would try a long exposure as the water was hitting the rocks. Turned out lovely I thought
    Credit: Winston
    Instagram: whileonourtravels

    Belfast Photography Group
    2024-12-29
    Title or Location: Tollymore forest park
    First test image taken with a new backup camera 5d Mk3. Long exposure with no editing required. Natures beauty
    Credit: Mac Creative Photography

    Belfast Photography Group
    2024-12-29
    Title or Location: Spelga Dam
    Just when the Aurora show seems to be done the sky went crazy around 1am. Taken on a 6d mkii with 16mm lens
    Credit: Mac Creative Photography
    Belfast Photography Group
    2024-12-22
    Title or Location: Bencrom Reservoir
    The so called secret waterfall just under Ben Crom dam above the Silent valley in Kilkeel. Well worth a visit. I'm hosting a walk to Bencrom on Boxing day, more details on my page
    Credit: Mac Creative Photography

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Gloucester
    While wondering around Gloucester in the evening a couple of weeks ago we turned a corner and this view just jumped out as an image
    Credit: Stuart McGowan
    Facebook: Stuart McGowan
    Instagram: stuart911s

    Toronto Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Toronto ON Canada
    I love exploring Toronto, where I've been living for a while now, with a camera, or more often just with a mobile phone. And looking for unusual angles. This place in the center of downtown on King Street always looks different depending on the weather, time of day, wind... This time I was shooting late in the evening and waiting for the flag to straighten out.Shot on a Samsung s21 mobile phone, edited in an editor Snapseed/
    Credit: Yuri Shvarzman
    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: at my house in Oconee County outside of Athens, Georgia
    This shot was taken along with 3000 others images on my first ever photo shoot during Covid. I hired a model I had seen and had come to do pool shots with another Photographer and he suggested I hire her and conceptualize the shoot. I?m not a professional and had no props but I bought some fabric and I used my leaf blower to make that effect. I periodically go back to those pictures and rework them with my iPhone apps for varying effects. You can see more of my work on Instagram. That day creat
    Credit: Cindy Karp
    Facebook: Cindy Karp
    Instagram: Cindy Karp iPhone Photographer

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-05-12
    Title or Location: Yorba Linda
    Thank you for considering my photo for Photo of the Week! I have a number of bottle brush trees in my back yard, and birds love the blossoms when they bloom in the Spring. I usually see numerous hummingbirds and sparrows, but I saw this gorgeous bird one afternoon resting in the branches. I was able to get a couple of shots off before it flew away.
    Credit: Jerry Devera

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