Macro Master Class Weekday Private Group - Knowsley, Liverpool

This great day of specialist macro photography offers guests the chance to capture some superb images of a variety of tropical species on a private group basis for 2 to 3 guests. Working in our own custom macro studio in Park Farm where 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.

During the day we will work through classic subjects like Chameleons, Tree Frogs and Geckos making sure each of our guests gets just the results they are looking for. We can then work on more challenging subjects like Praying Mantis, Harvest Mice and even an African Hedgehog! Each subject can be positioned without glass or obstruction and in line with a variety of natural plant backgrounds. The tutor for the day 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.

During the breaks the tutor will be happy to use our Mac and projector facilities to review your images and discuss different photographic styles and techniques.

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.

• 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 a lounge area at one end of the studio 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. We do 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 effect.

• Disability Access

This venue is accessed via a gate and short pathway. The main door has 2 steps up but the back door has no steps. 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 1 delegate.

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