Dibs Photography

Norfolk's Best 1 to 1 landscape Photo Workshops 

Rather than the usual format of going to various locations and trying to cover a lot in 1 session, I have added a shorter, more affordable workshop that is designed to focus on 1 or 2 things to assist you in taking the next step in developing your photographic practice. 

These short sessions coincide with a start time to finish at sunset, they are an opportunity for you to shoot alongside a seasoned sunset photographer who will assist you every step of the way with your image-making.

We can either start at a predetermined location that is convenient for you, or the session can start at Dibs's house, you can then be driven in his van for the duration of the 1-2-1 session. Just let me know what way you prefer when booking. Upon booking please email me at info@dibsphotography.com to arrange the date of the session, currently, sessions are being run at weekends approximately 6 weeks in the future.

These sessions are for anybody who has a fundamental understanding of the manual controls on their DSLR/CSC camera, right through to people who know how to use their camera and just want to improve their photographic practice.

Where will the workshop start?

We can either start at a predetermined location that is convenient for you, or the session can start at Dibs's house, you can then be driven in his van for the duration of the 1-2-1 session. Just let me know what way you prefer when booking. 

Upon booking please email me at info@dibsphotography.com to arrange the date of the session, currently, sessions are being run at weekends approximately 6 weeks in the future.

Some suggested locations depending on the tide or forecasted weather include:

• Brancaster. 
• Brograve Mill. 
• Caister on Sea 
• Happisburgh. 
• How Mill. 
• Hunstanton. 
• Mundesley. 
• Overstrand. 
• Sea Palling. 
• Snettisham. 
• Thurn Mill. 

How do I teach the session?

The short session is filled with landscape photography tuition out on location, we will visit 1 classic Norfolk location either on the coast or on the Norfolk Broads.

This is a one-student-to-one tutor session (unless you decide on the 2 people or group options) You will get all the help that is needed to maximize your learning from the day.

The session will be solely tailored around your needs, so in brief: You will have somebody to show you what to look out for in creating those perfect images before you have even got the camera out of the camera bag, right through to advice and pointers to how to edit those shots at some of the most iconic locations Norfolk has to offer.

By the end of the session, you will have a full understanding of what the settings on your camera do in relation to landscape image-making. You will be taking control of your camera and the settings and letting the creativity start to flow.

learning outcomes

• Reading your camera's light meter.
• Full understanding of Aperture, Shutter speed, and ISO.
• Manual focusing.
• Metering Modes.
• Critical theory around making images
• Setting up your camera correctly for shooting varying compositions.
• What ND filters are used for what effects?
• Calculating long exposure times correctly.
• Understanding of landscape compositions.
• Thoughts on editing images.

What experience do I have as a tutor?

Whilst shooting we will be discussing the theory behind making work, what stands out and what sells, what makes a good image and how can we get that image we see into our cameras. This comes off the back of my many years of commercial photography experience and time spent studying photography as an art form.

You know you will be in good hands during the sessions with me.

I spent over 10 years running workshops, including 4 years of teaching and writing workshops for all levels and ages of photographers for the country's biggest photographic retailer Wex Photo Video

As one of the ambassadors for Formatt-Hitech filters, a UK-based, yet one of the world's largest landscape filter companies, they fully support me in my work and pass on my knowledge of photography as I meet their high standards of excellence through my sessions.

5 years studying Commercial, landscape, and architecture photography to the Master's degree level with some of the best mentors and tutors the country has and graduating with a 1st class degree with honors.

I have also picked up a few awards along the way and I have exhibited and been published worldwide, just check out my Shows and Awards page

Extra information.

We can either start at a pre-determined location that is convenient for you, or the session can start at Dibs's house, you can then be driven in his van for the duration of the session.

The session duration is 5 hours.

Please bring along snacks and drinks, as due to the locations we will be shooting having limited facilities. There will not be a guarantee of a shop being nearby at all times.

We will stop for a hot drink and a bite to eat at some point throughout the day, this is not covered in the workshop cost.

Will you need any filters?

I will be able to lend you a full setup of Landscape filters to cover every shooting scenario. This will allow you to experiment with different effects under expert guidance. But if you are interested in landscape photography we would encourage you to invest in a setup. I can advise you on what kit to get as it can be a little daunting looking at what you may or may not need.

I also have a discount code for buying filters. You can get an automatic 10% off all filters on the Formatt-Hitech Filters site by using the code DIBSM10 at the checkout.

I will email you all the specific details about locations after booking,  but if you have any questions before booking then please do get in contact.

Essential kit:

• DSLR Camera.
• Spare Batteries and memory cards.
• Wide-angle lens.
• Cable or radio release for the shutter.
• A sturdy tripod, I can lend you one if required.
• Lens cleaning kit.
• Camera bag.
• Warm and cool clothes.
• Food and drink.
• Sturdy footwear.
• Change for car parking.

What is not included:

Travel to and from the start location

Food and Drinks

Camera or personal accident Insurance

Bookings

Booking is confirmed once full payment has been received via the checkout system.

Upon making payment, please email me at info@dibsphotography to book your session.

You will receive an email 2 days before the start date of the workshop, this is to confirm the starting location because we need to plan and amend finer details such as allowing for the weather. 

Cancellations

Over 2 weeks before the event you will receive a full refund.

Within 2 weeks of the session, you will be offered another chance to book a date.

We reserve the right to cancel the workshop due to adverse weather. A full refund or booking on the amended date will be offered in this case. We can't be held responsible for any travel or accommodation charges that will be lost due to a canceled workshop.

Please also note

The locations we visit on the Norfolk Coast and the broads Landscape Photography One-2-One, unfortunately, may require the purchase of a car park ticket. Please make sure you have adequate change, although most car parks now allow payment by card.

Please bring along food and drink, sensible footwear for walking on unpaved pathways, and suitable clothing.

The session will require a relatively standard fitness level as we will only be walking on unmade paths and coastal areas, as example, you will need to be able to carry your camera bag while walking for 20 minutes along the coast.

Camera insurance is not included in the price.

Don't forget to charge your batteries. Make sure that you have sufficient space on your memory cards for a day’s shooting.

I look forward to meeting you on the day of the session, but if you have any questions feel free to get in contact.

Kind Regards,