Macro Studio Experience Session - Park Farm, Knowsley, Liverpool

This great half day of specialist macro photography offers small groups the chance to capture some superb images of a variety of tropical species. Working in our own custom macro studio in Park Farm  we can photograph our special collection of animals, all of whom have been selected and acclimatized for photography. We can vary the lighting and ‘sets’ to create a wide variety of environments and effects.  No experience of this type of photography is required and we can accommodate all levels of ability and even support guests with loan cameras and macro lenses so there is no need to be concerned about equipment.

Each subject can be positioned without glass or obstruction and in line with a variety of backgrounds. The tutor for the session can give as little or as much technical assistance as you require and will be happy to run through the techniques to help you learn to do more of this style of photography unaided. We will principally use our own studio flash lighting but guests are also welcome to bring and use their own equipment if they prefer.

The session is fully inclusive of refreshments and the guide will take time to talk through the various techniques and camera settings to get the best results. This advice will include an extended briefing on the challenges of macro photography and the use of flash lighting. We are happy to discuss the best settings on your camera and can answers questions on all aspects of nature photography.

All the usual Wild Arena Workshop benefits will be on offer including a complimentary ‘Visible Dust’ sensor clean and access to loan equipment if required.

This event also includes admission to Knowsley Safari Park where you can spend the remainder of your day.

• Fitness

This event is suitable for all levels of fitness as there is no real walking involved. The Venue parking area is about 30m from the studio and we have seating  for guests to take a break and review their work.

• Photography Level

This event is suitable for most levels of photographic experience and good images should be achieved with all cameras equipped with a macro lens. When necessary we can offer a loan camera and Nikon and Canon fit Macro lenses if required and can download images on to a DVD at the end of the session. The main images will be taken with the provided studio lighting which the guide will set up on guests behalf to achieve the best results.

• Disability Access

This venue is accessed via a gate and short pathway. The main door has 2 steps up but the back door is at ground level. Wheelchair users or those guests with specific needs are advised to contact us before booking and we will do our very best to accommodate you.

• Group Size

The normal group size for this event is 3 delegates.