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Abstract Photography

Abstract Photography

Sunday 25 May
Queens Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
This meet up will explore the world of abstract photography. We will focus, NOT on the subject of photographs but on how we can construct images using line, shape, form, light, contrast, texture and colour.
We will explore how different camera settings, such as shallow depth of field, can help with abstraction, compositions that lend themselves to abstraction as well as the potential of motion blur and focal lengths too.
This is a fun and creative meet up where you learn some vital skills that you will be able to apply to your everyday photography to take your images to the next level.
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£26      
Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Saturday 31 May
Brighton and Hove - 2pm - 2 Hours
Brighton Art Group
Luke Pantelidou
Join us for a relaxed and engaging portrait drawing class in Brighton, perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their skills! This two-hour session will cover essential techniques, from plotting proportions to adding depth with shading. You'll learn how to break down facial features into simple shapes and create lifelike portraits with confidence.
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£26      
Street Photography Meetup

Street Photography Meetup

Sunday 01 June
South Lanes - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Explore the vibrant heart of Brighton's North Lanes and immerse yourself in an environment where every corner offers a unique photograph waiting to be captured. This workshop invites photography enthusiasts to hone their skills in street photography amidst the eclectic backdrop of tourist attractions and the quintessential uniqueness Brighton is celebrated for.

Participants will discover how to identify compelling street photography opportunities, capturing both the distinctive characters that animate these lanes and the fleeting moments that define them. The workshop focuses on the practicality of camera settings, guiding attendees on how to optimize their equipment to seize these moments effectively.

Moreover, the session delves into the nuanced differences between candid and posed photography. Attendees will be encouraged to experiment with both, capturing spontaneous scenes as well as interacting with subjects for deliberate portraits. This approach is designed to not only improve photographic technique but also enhance communication skills, offering insights into how different interactions can influence the essence of a photograph.

Additionally, the workshop will provide tailored advice on various technical aspects of street photography, from mastering camera settings to understanding the principles of composition. This engaging and informative experience promises not only a deep dive into the art of street photography but also an enjoyable day of creativity and exploration. Whether you're looking to sharpen your photographic skills or simply enjoy the artistry of capturing life as it unfolds, this session promises to be both fun and rewarding.
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£26      

Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Saturday 07 June
Brighton and Hove - 2pm - 2 Hours
Brighton Art Group
Luke Pantelidou
Join us for a relaxed and engaging portrait drawing class in Brighton, perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their skills! This two-hour session will cover essential techniques, from plotting proportions to adding depth with shading. You'll learn how to break down facial features into simple shapes and create lifelike portraits with confidence.
book now
£26      
Street Photography Meetup

Street Photography Meetup

Saturday 14 June
South Lanes - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Explore the vibrant heart of Brighton's South Lanes and immerse yourself in an environment where every corner offers a unique photograph waiting to be captured. This workshop invites photography enthusiasts to hone their skills in street photography amidst the eclectic backdrop of tourist attractions and the quintessential uniqueness Brighton is celebrated for. Participants will discover how to identify compelling street photography opportunities, capturing both the distinctive characters that animate these lanes and the fleeting moments that define them. The workshop focuses on the practicality of camera settings, guiding attendees on how to optimize their equipment to seize these moments effectively. Moreover, the session delves into the nuanced differences between candid and posed photography. Attendees will be encouraged to experiment with both, capturing spontaneous scenes as well as interacting with subjects for deliberate portraits. This approach is designed to not only improve photographic technique but also enhance communication skills, offering insights into how different interactions can influence the essence of a photograph.Additionally, the workshop will provide tailored advice on various technical aspects of street photography, from mastering camera settings to understanding the principles of composition. This engaging and informative experience promises not only a deep dive into the art of street photography but also an enjoyable day of creativity and exploration. Whether you're looking to sharpen your photographic skills or simply enjoy the artistry of capturing life as it unfolds, this session promises to be both fun and rewarding.
book now
£26      
Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Introduction to Drawing: People & Portraiture with Coloured Pencils

Saturday 21 June
Brighton and Hove - 2pm - 2 Hours
Brighton Art Group
Luke Pantelidou
Join us for a relaxed and engaging portrait drawing class in Brighton, perfect for beginners and those looking to refine their skills! This two-hour session will cover essential techniques, from plotting proportions to adding depth with shading. You'll learn how to break down facial features into simple shapes and create lifelike portraits with confidence.
book now
£26      

A Sense of Place Photography Meetup

A Sense of Place Photography Meetup

Sunday 29 June
Madeira Dr, Brighton - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
This 2-hour workshop will look at how to make images to give a sense of place, a portrait of a location! You will learn different technical and creative approaches to making a series of images that give an overall impression. From getting close up and personal while master shallow depth of field, to wide sweeping establishing shots of iconic landmarks. We will also be on the constant look out for those "only in Brighton" moments.

Playing with light and shadows you will be encouraged to explore the interplay between light and shadows in street photography to create visually striking images with depth and drama.

You will also pick up tips on how to make use of strong compositional techniques, such as the rule of thirds, leading lines, and visual balance.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 July
Lower Promenade, Brighton - 10am - 3 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
This workshop is idea for digital camera users that have never shot off Auto. Dslr, mirrorless and bridge cameras are welcome. You will learn the function of each of the modes of your camera and unlock its creative potential. learn how to correctly focus, expose and compose your images and take your first steps into what is a fun, creative and rewarding hobby!

You will also learn off center focusing, exposure compensation, how to shoot in black and white and how to get started with composing creative images. We will meet on Brighton seafront and take advantage of the wide range of different photo opportunities on offer.
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£72       5 places left
Photography and the Filmic

Photography and the Filmic

Saturday 06 September
Madeira Dr, Brighton - 10am - 2 Hours
Brighton Photography Group
Tobias Slater-Hunt
Photography and the Filmic.
Want to add a more filmic style to your photography, or just experience a different way of making images? This fun event will teach you how to make your images look like film stills. Learn how to compose using techniques specific to cinematography, and make compelling images using Bokeh and depth of field. We will be tuning the Brighton seafront into a film set and making the most of what unfolds before us!
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£28      

ABOUT BRIGHTON
WATERCOLOUR
GROUP
Come along to our meetups to improve your art in a relaxed and social atmosphere and under the guidance of a professional instructor. Complete beginners to experienced artists all welcome.

Our 2 hour meetups are held in a different location each time, usually outdoors.

Bring your own materials. If you are a complete beginner all you need to start is a set of watercolour paints, brushes, and water container.

Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists. The instructor is there to help everyone.

The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

Join the Brighton Watercolour Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
REVIEWS
I realy liked it. I'm very happy and I'm improving. The teacher explains very well the techniques.
5/5
Florisa
2024-06-17
I lived it. It was great to have this contact with Rakmini and the way she explains everything very well. At the same time very relaxing and full of creativity
5/5
Florisa
2024-05-13
It was a creative and joyful activity by the sea. Reed was very profesional and friendly and I learnt new tips about Watercolour. Highly recommended!
5/5
Waleska
2024-05-13

PHOTOS
Brighton Watercolour Group
2025-01-31
Title or Location: At home, five minutes before dashing for the bus.
I?m often to be found making preliminary sketches on my bus journey to work, anticipating stops & potholes along the way.I created this image of a Milky Eagle Owl as I love drawing, painting & photographing owls & believe they make great subjects. I used a less conventional palette of colours but tried to draw on the fact that these amazing birds have eyelids that can flush from a light to a deeper pink depending on their mood. I wanted these and other unusual colours to be used over the wh
Credit: Julia

Brighton Watercolour Group
2024-07-27
Title or Location: Parcham
I was experimenting with khadi paper and big bold shapes with a big brush. Letting it dry then adding the flowers and the other markings. It was a very quick study and I was focusing on enjoying the process rather than hoping for a great result! But I like it a lot and might display it in my next Open House.
Credit: Carolyn Nicholls
Facebook: Carolyn Nicholls
Instagram: Studio_87_fivewaysartists
Brighton Watercolour Group
2023-08-22
Title or Location: Highgate Cemetery, London
This watercolour painting, (6 x 8.25 inches on hot pressed 140lb natural white Arches watercolour paper) is of one of the Celtic Cross headstones in Highgate Cemetery, north London. I last visited in 2019 and took several photos and am now working on a series of 12 paintings - this one is the second. I recently started working with a small set of handmade watercolour paints from Deepdeeplight based in Latvia, who use local natural pigments from the local area which are more subdued than the sy
Credit: Andrea McNeill
Facebook: Beanie M Ouse OBe
Instagram: beanie_mouse

Cincinnati Watercolor Group
2025-05-23
Title or Location: Bouquet
Just a bouquet of flowers. They were so gorgeous that I had to paint and I love painting in watercolor!
Credit: Julie Sheff

Denver Watercolor Group
2025-05-23
Title or Location:
Found an image on Unsplash that I liked, and focused on the flowers first. I then decided I liked it without ?finishing? the window and wall. This piece was entered into the Dayton (Ohio) Society of Artists member show and sold opening weekend.
Credit: Cindy Callahan
Instagram: @artbycindyc
Memphis Watercolor Group
2025-05-23
Title or Location: Storm Coming
Once a year my painting sisters and I get together and spend a week painting. We like to try new techniques or tools. This year we tried mineral paper-so I tried an abstract landscape. So fun!
Credit: Mary Couillard
Instagram: @marycouillardart

Albany Watercolor Group
2025-05-22
Title or Location: Grafite pencil art
Grafite pencil art
Credit: Shweta Shubha
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16JJp2McjR/?mibextid=qi2Omg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shweta_shubha7?igsh=MWwyaHZ0NXQzMDU2aA==

Houston Watercolor Group
2025-05-20
Title or Location: Texas Bluebonnets
My wife suggested I should do a painting with bluebonnets in it. I used a composite of pictorial reference but decided to keep it loose and expressive.
Credit: Tom Little
Facebook: Tlittleart
Instagram: Tlittleart
Atlanta Watercolor Group
2025-05-19
Title or Location: Magnolia?s Embrace
I have several Magnolia trees in my yard and this is one of the flowers from this years blooms. The mockingbird is straight out of my imagination, and the combination of it with the flower gives the viewer a taste of spring in the South.
Credit: Sunny Carrel
Facebook: Sunny Carrel
Instagram: Sunnycarrelart

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