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Sharp Shots have over 10 years extensive experience providing group photography workshops collaborating directly with businesses, charitable organisations and schools. We specialise in conducting photography classes for groups either on-site or through Zoom. Each workshop is tailored specifically to your needs, with the flexibility to integrate relevant themes or practical topics as desired.
Our photography workshops for groups extend beyond imparting photographic skills to students; they foster observation of surroundings, impart strategy for achieving specific shots, and most importantly unleash their creativity. These skills are not only valuable within the work or school environment but also extend well into their future.
Together with the client, we collaborate on structuring the photography classes for groups, drawing from our expertise and the client’s needs to ensure the workshops remain educational, pertinent and engaging throughout. We offer valuable insights and advice in program design, leveraging our understanding of what works best for the students. Previous group photography workshops themes have encompassed wildlife, still life, action, portraits, theatrical productions, and documentary photography amongst many more.
Corporate Group Photography Workshops
Corporate photography workshops offer companies a unique opportunity to invest in the development of their visual communication skills. In today’s competitive business landscape, compelling imagery is essential for building brand identity, engaging customers, and conveying messages effectively.
These workshops provide employees with hands-on experience and practical knowledge in various aspects of corporate photography, including lighting techniques, composition, and post-processing. Participants learn how to capture professional-quality images that align with the company’s branding guidelines and marketing objectives.
Moreover, corporate photography workshops foster collaboration and teamwork among employees, encouraging them to share ideas and perspectives to create impactful visual content. By equipping employees with photography skills, companies can enhance their marketing efforts, improve internal communication, and strengthen their brand presence across digital and print platforms.
In addition to benefiting the organization, corporate photography workshops also empower employees to unleash their creativity and develop new skills that can enhance their professional growth and job satisfaction. Overall, investing in corporate photography workshops is a strategic decision that can yield significant returns in terms of brand visibility, engagement, and employee development.
Here’s what the group photography workshops will cover:
- Understanding the science behind photography, including camera mechanics, and effective use of camera settings.
- Exploring the history of photography through the works of renowned photographers.
- Developing photography skills focussed around the chosen theme, with ample opportunities for hands-on practice.
- Each student can select their favourite photograph of the day, which we will print for them to use in future projects, such as art or creative writing.
What we provide:
- A Nikon or Kodak water/shockproof camera for each child aged 7 to 11 (up to 30 students).
- A DSLR/Bridge camera for every adult student or teenager (up to 20 students).
- DBS-checked professional photographers serving as teachers.
- Prints of each students favourite photograph.
- Experienced and knowledgeable instructors.
- A variety of engaging activities for a fun and action-packed day.
Sharp Shots group photography workshop experience:
Sharp Shots have provided tuition and workshops for many schools and organisations. For the past 10 years Lillie and her team have supplied high quality photography tuition combined with the practical tools to execute the photography workshops on-site or through Zoom throughout the UK.
One of the most significant advantages of private group photography workshops is the ability to customize the learning experience according to the participants’ skill levels, interests, and goals. Unlike larger group workshops, where the curriculum may be more generalized, private workshops offer the flexibility to focus on specific areas of interest or address individual challenges and aspirations
Our workshop clients:
- The Royal Photography Society – RPS
- Commiioned to teach workshops in Bristol for teenagers.
- Hootsuite – Social Media Group US
- Taught smartphone workshops through Zoom to Hootesuite employees.
- The Royal Museums – Greenwich Maritime
- Commisioned to teach photography workshops for families supporting their annual summer exhibitions, such as ‘The Canaletto exhibition’.
- CMT Learning – Charterhouse School
- Annually run a summer programme of twice weekly photography workshops for International students.
- The Ridgeway Trust (Arts Council funded)
- Appointed to teach groups of primary & secondary school children over 6 month period for their ’The Ridgeway 50 Photos project’.
- Wakehurst – Kew Gardens
- Appointed to run seasonal adult, kids & teens photography workshops.
- Waddesdon Manor – Rothschilds Foundation
- Appointed Sharp Shots to hold seasonal photography workshops
- Kensington Palace
- Appointed to hold workshops at the “Express Yourself” exhibition using Queen Victoria’s portrait photos as inspiration.
- A2 Dominium Housing association
- Regular Zoom workshops for adults and teenagers throughout the year.
- RAC (Royal Automobile Club) Pall Mall
- Run photography workshops for members children.
- Turner Contemporary Gallery
- Appointed to hold group photography workshops accompanying exhibitions in Margate.
Reviews & Testimonials
“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
“Thank you so much for the workshop the other Friday. The kids absolutely loved it and have not stopped talking about it. It was beautifully planned and they got so much out of it. We received your photos too yesterday which created lots of excitement. Thank you also for the USB, they are going to be really helpful for our project. Thank you again!”
– Georgiana – Year 4 teacher Hotham Primary School, Putney