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Sharp Shots Bespoke School Workshops
We have many years of experience working directly with schools providing workshops within the school or via Zoom. Each bespoke workshop is designed individually for your school and we are always happy to incorporate any themes or curriculum topics that are most relevant for the group.
Our photography workshops for schools are not just about teaching great photographic skills but also encouraging children to stop and take a look at their surroundings, to plan their shot and be creative. All of which are valuable skills that can be used throughout school and beyond.
In-School Photography Workshops
We work together to design the structure of the photography workshop. We know what will work for the kids to keep engaged throughout the workshop therefore can offer lots of helpful advice when designing the program. Previous themes include wildlife, still life, action and portrait workshops, how to photograph a theatre production and documentary photography.
What the school photography course will entail:
- The science behind taking a photograph. Camera mechanics are explained and the students are shown how to use the camera settings effectively.
- The history of photography, including looking at the work of famous photographers.
- Photography skills based around the chosen theme. This will be the main feature of the workshop with the children taking lots of photos, putting their new skills and techniques into practice.
- Each child will pick their favourite shot of the day, which we will print out for them. (This can be used in further class work, e.g. an art project or creative writing)
What we provide:
- A Nikon/Kodak water/shockproof camera for each child during the workshop (7 to 11 yrs old – up to 30 students)
- A DSLR/Bridge camera for every teenager (11 to 18 yrs old – up to 20 students)
- Teachers who are DBS checked professional photographers
- A print out of each child’s favourite photograph
- Experienced and knowledgeable teachers
- Lots of different activities to provide a fun and action packed day
Cost:
- The cost of the photography workshop is £520 for a full day (excluding travel expenses).
- Half days & bespoke packages can be arranged, please contact us for more information.
Bring your pupils to Shere!
If you’d prefer, we’re more than happy to accommodate your pupils in Shere, Surrey. We have the ability to teach up to 30 in the delightful historic village of Shere using the old village hall. Easy access and parking directly from the A25 and only 6 miles from the A3. Please click here for more information on the village.
Zoom Photography Workshops
Bespoke Zoom Photography Workshops for Schools
We design the structure of the workshops together. For our Zoom photography workshops, all the students need is access to a Smartphone. We will then do the rest to bring a fun and interactive lesson to them.
All tutors are enhanced DBS certified professional photographers with extensive online Zoom teaching experience.
What the Zoom Workshops Will Entail:
- The science behind taking a photograph. Camera mechanics are explained and the students are shown how to use the camera settings effectively.
- The history of photography, including looking at the work of famous photographers.
- Photography skills based around the chosen theme. This will be the main feature of the workshop with the children taking lots of photos, putting their new skills and techniques into practice.
What We Provide:
- Experienced photography teachers who have worked extensively online
- Tutors who are fully DBS certified
- Huge range of fun and interactive activities for students to participate in
Zoom Workshops Cost:
- 1 hour workshops (15 pupils) – £100. For more than 15 please contact.
- 2.5 hour workshops (15 pupils) – £200. For more than 15 please contact.
- For other options, please contact us.
Sharp Shots Photo Club is the UK’s number one children’s photography club. We teach children from the aged of 7 to 16, as well as photography workshops for schools we run photography after school clubs, holiday workshops and Duke of Edinburgh photography skill base courses.
To book a photography workshop for your school, or if you have any further questions please contact us directly on 07969 466 572 or email: lillian@sharpshotsphotoclub.co.uk
“It was a brilliant day…you have a real gift and talent with the children and they loved it. I hope we can work together again.”
– J Cowland Forres Sandle Manor School (to view Judy’s brilliant photos from the day, click here.)
“Thank you so much for the amazing work you did with our children. The work they produced far exceeded our expectations and has given us some wonderful art to display around the school. More importantly, the children have learnt some superb skills and have already told me about how they are applying them when taking their own photos at home.”
S Norville, Headteacher, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School.
“An inspirational course that really switched our students on to the possibilities of photography”
– M Watson, Head of Art, Duke of Kent School, Surrey.
“Thank you for the photos which arrived today – they are absolutely fabulous thank you! The children thoroughly enjoyed the session last Thursday and went home ‘buzzing’ about it and lots have been inspired by it which is fantastic.”
-Year 5 class – Kirsty Lane, Kimpton School
“Thank you. The children were so excited, they all want to become photographers. Thanks so much.”
-Year 5 class – Bernette McEvoy, St Philip and St James’ Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Oxford
“Our principal was very impressed with the photos, especially the falling leaves, flower close ups and the massive school shoes ‘crushing’ the children. She suggested a calendar in the future. We will definitely be in touch again for our summer term project. PS The children were super happy when the photos!”
– Marcelle Steenkamp, Montem Academy, Oxford