NEWPORT
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 28 June
Pencarn Way - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
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£26      
Smartphone Photography

Smartphone Photography

Saturday 26 July
Parkway, Oakdale - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
Learn how to capture stunning photos using just your smartphone! In this 2-hour class, we'll cover essential photography techniques, tips for composition, lighting, and editing, all designed to help you make the most of your phone's camera. Whether you're a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this hands-on session will boost your confidence in mobile photography. Perfect for all skill levels!
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£28      
Abstract Photography

Abstract Photography

Saturday 23 August
Waterloo Road - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
Abstract photography involves capturing a subject in a way that renders it either partially or completely unrecognizable, emphasizing instead on the interplay of shapes, colors, and form.

In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating striking and thought-provoking images through the use of abstraction.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of abstract photography, including composition, color, and texture. We will cover topics such as finding inspiration in everyday objects, experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
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£28      

Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 13 September
Pencarn Way - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
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

Saturday 11 October
W Nash Rd - 10am - 3 Hours
Rachel Southard
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.
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£72      
Christmas Portrait Photography

Christmas Portrait Photography

Saturday 15 November
Pencarn Way - 11am - 2 Hours
Rachel Southard
A portrait session that will help with family or individual portraits. Especially helpful for those looking to do a do-it-yourself portrait for Christmas cards.

We will look at camera settings, props we can use as well as poses you can use that will get the best out of everyone, all in a fun filled way.
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£28      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Thursday 26 June
College Green Bristol - 12pm - 3 Hours
Bristol Photography Club
Charlotte Sams
This session is for beginners to learn to get a handle on manual settings. We will learn the basic elements of exposure aperture, shutter speed and ISO, and then bring them all together with practice. We will then begin to look at composition at the end.
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£72       4 places left
Advanced Photography Class

Advanced Photography Class

Saturday 28 June
Hereford -Bodenham Lake - 11am - 3 Hours
Herefordshire Photography Group
Steven Gregory
Take your photography skills to the next level! This class is designed for those who have completed our Beginner's Photography Class or already have a solid foundation in photography. We'll dive deeper into advanced techniques, including manual mode mastery, creative composition, lighting control, and long exposure photography. Perfect for those looking to refine their style, expand their technical knowledge, and challenge themselves with new concepts. Bring your camera and get ready to elevate your photography!
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£67       4 places left
Advanced Photography Class

Advanced Photography Class

Saturday 12 July
Hereford -Bodenham Lake - 11am - 3 Hours
Herefordshire Photography Group
Steven Gregory
Take your photography skills to the next level! This class is designed for those who have completed our Beginner's Photography Class or already have a solid foundation in photography. We'll dive deeper into advanced techniques, including manual mode mastery, creative composition, lighting control, and long exposure photography. Perfect for those looking to refine their style, expand their technical knowledge, and challenge themselves with new concepts. Bring your camera and get ready to elevate your photography!
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£72      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 26 July
Swansea City Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Swansea Photography Group
Paul Rees
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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£28      
Nature Photography

Nature Photography

Thursday 31 July
Ashton court - 10am - 2 Hours
Bristol Photography Club
Charlotte Sams
In this nature photography session we will look at capturing small details to wider scenes and trying to create some effective images .
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£28      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 02 August
Cathedral Close - 11am - 2 Hours
Herefordshire Photography Group
Steven Gregory
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.

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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£28      

Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 09 August
Swansea City Centre - 10am - 2 Hours
Swansea Photography Group
Paul Rees
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.

Note: Bring a family member or a friend as a model.
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£28      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 23 August
Hereford - 11am - 2 Hours
Herefordshire Photography Group
Steven Gregory
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      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Tuesday 09 September
College Green Bristol - 9am - 3 Hours
Bristol Photography Club
Charlotte Sams
This session is for beginners to learn to get a handle on manual settings. We will learn the basic elements of exposure aperture, shutter speed and ISO, and then bring them all together with practice. We will then begin to look at composition at the end.
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£72      

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 21 June
Roath Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Art Group
Jude Harrington
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.
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£26      
Landscape Painting Watercolour Class

Landscape Painting Watercolour Class

Saturday 19 July
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jude Harrington
Step into the enchanting world of landscape painting with our Landscape Painting Watercolour Class! Whether you dream of capturing nature's beauty in hyper-realistic detail or prefer to let your creativity flow with abstract interpretations, this class is for you.No need to be an expert all skill levels are welcome! Bring along your own watercolour materials and let's embark on a scenic painting journey together. Discover the joy of expressing yourself through landscapes and create your own masterpiece! Full details of this scenic adventure will be shared upon booking confirmation. Join us for an instructive and delightful landscape painting experience!
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£28      
Beginner's Watercolour Class

Beginner's Watercolour Class

Saturday 02 August
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jude Harrington
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolours with our Beginner's Watercolour Class! Unleash your creativity as we explore the magical art of watercolour painting together. Bring along your own watercolour materials and let's make a splash on paper!

Excited to get started? Full details of this colorful adventure will be shared upon booking confirmation. Don't miss out on this artistic journey!
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£28      

Realism in Watercolours

Realism in Watercolours

Saturday 16 August
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jude Harrington
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolours in our Realism in Watercolours art class! Unleash your creativity and learn the secrets to infusing depth and intricate details into your artwork. Whether you're a budding artist or have some experience, this 2-hour session is designed for everyone. Discover the magic of watercolours and how to harness their versatility to elevate your art, regardless of your chosen subject. Join us for an inspiring journey where your imagination knows no bounds!
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£28      
Realism in Watercolours

Realism in Watercolours

Saturday 16 August
Cathays Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Cardiff Watercolour Group
Jude Harrington
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolours in our Realism in Watercolours art class! Unleash your creativity and learn the secrets to infusing depth and intricate details into your artwork. Whether you're a budding artist or have some experience, this 2-hour session is designed for everyone. Discover the magic of watercolours and how to harness their versatility to elevate your art, regardless of your chosen subject. Join us for an inspiring journey where your imagination knows no bounds!
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£28      
ABOUT NEWPORT
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 Newport.

  • 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.

    Join the Newport Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    A good overall event with the content for all levels of participants.
    5/5
    Neil
    2025-06-02
    I throughly enjoyed this meet-up and I learned so much in such a short space of time. Rebecca was so knowledgeable and helpful. This has really helped me build my confidence as portrait photography is an area I struggle with.
    5/5
    Huw
    2025-04-14
    Really good session with Rachel - very professional and a great host. Learnt a lot and met some like minded photographers. Appreciated - thank you.
    5/5
    Gari
    2025-03-17

    It was really useful to have an overview of the different settings available iny smartphone camera. Rachel was extremely helpful, and knowledgeable about the different makes of phone, and offered further support if we needed it after the event.
    5/5
    Gwyneth
    2025-02-24
    The event was very good and the tips she provided are those which one can use in daily life and are simple to understand and practical.
    5/5
    Shirisha
    2025-02-12
    The nature reserve was quiet and there was only 2 of us learning so it was very intimate and detailed. The time whizzed by, although there was no feeling of being rushed on the day. And Rachel was very knowledgeable on the functions across different cameras. Would recommend to others
    5/5
    Debbie
    2024-07-08

    Lovely relaxed 2 hours infused with great tips from a expert
    5/5
    Sonia
    2024-07-08
    Lots of techniques
    5/5
    Swarn
    2024-06-17
    Rachel was friendly while teaching techniques
    5/5
    Swarn
    2024-06-03

    Really enjoyed the class but would 2 hours was not enough time. I would suggest 3 hours would be better.
    5/5
    Stephen
    2024-06-03
    Rachel was great. Clear and concise session indoors before going outside to do practical work. Feedback throughout the day. The low group number was great.
    5/5
    Paul
    2024-04-08
    I loved it, Rachel explained really well what is street photography, and what to look for when doing it.
    5/5
    Mihai
    2024-03-11

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Rachel Southard
    Award winning photographer that captures those beautiful & priceless moments.
    Specialising in Portrait, Pet & Business Branding photography.
    An expert in capturing those unforgettable details as well personalities of people.
    I help to create a memorable shoot that shows the laughter, joy & love in those the natural interactions throughout the time we have as well as standard poses, (if wanted).
    Although there may be some poses, I will ensure that you are as comfortable as possible and that they are done in a natural way that bring out the best in you and your family/friends/colleagues.

    Rachel Southard is available for private bookings

    Private & group tutoring - Available on weekends.
    Family, friend or pet portraits - Available Mon - Sun, 9am - 6pm
    Business brand/headshot portrait - Available Mon - Sun, 9am - 6pm
    Event photography - Available Mon - Sun, 9am - 6pm
    Weddings - Available Mon - Sun, 9am - 6pm

    PHOTOS
    Newport Photography Group
    2025-05-12
    Title or Location: Tredegar House

    Credit: Asia
    Instagram: asia.photography_

    Newport Photography Group
    2024-10-15
    Title or Location: At home
    Ginger cat was being cute so I snapped a quick photo
    Credit: Logan Judge
    Newport Photography Group
    2024-06-13
    Title or Location:
    Lighting
    Credit: Swa

    Newport Photography Group
    2024-05-31
    Title or Location: The mumbles Swansea big wheel Table

    Credit: Mumbles big wheel

    Newport Photography Group
    2024-05-31
    Title or Location: Approaching Garway from Pontrilis on the Monmouthshire Herefordshire border
    I was out walking and saw this image. I loved the light, the colours and the angles.
    Credit: Paul Fosh
    Facebook: Paul Fosh
    Instagram: paulfosh
    Newport Photography Group
    2024-05-24
    Title or Location: Milo the moody
    Took the family's dog for a walk and had a photoshoot for the day
    Credit: Craig Williams
    Instagram: cragphotography

    Cleveland Photography Group
    2025-06-18
    Title or Location: Cleveland Museum of Natural History
    This photo was a part of the first roll of film I ever shot. I had just gotten my first SLR, and as a zookeeper at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, I thought it would be fun to start with some portraits of all my favorite critters. Scarlet the Red Fox was very curious about the camera and ended being the perfect model. Minolta X-700, expired Kodak Ultramax 400
    Credit: Arthur Truax
    Facebook: Arthur Truax
    Instagram: @art.j.film

    Spokane Photography Group
    2025-06-17
    Title or Location: Cat Tales Wildlife Rescue, Spokane, WA
    I've lived in Spokane almost 15 years and had never visited the Cat Tales Wildlife Rescue in North Spokane. Finally got to visit and this wonderful tiger was posing for me as if I were directing it. I got several wonderful images but really loved this one. Taken with a Fujifilm XT-5, XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R LM OIS. Post processed with Skylum's Luminar Neo.
    Credit: Kevin J Watt
    Facebook: https://flickr.com/photos/kilowattusaf/albums
    Instagram: kilowattphotography@instagram
    Isle Of Wight Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: West wight
    A beautiful fox cub smelling a flower in the beautiful sunshine.
    Credit: Josh Thomas
    Facebook: Capture The Second Photography
    Instagram: capture_the_second_photography

    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Rising Sun Indiana
    This image was shot in the winter..the temperature was 13f. ..had to chill my lens to meet the extreme cold ..the location is Red Wolf Santuary
    Credit: Roger harris

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