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50mm Lens Meetup

50mm Lens Meetup

Saturday 08 August
Framwellgate Waterside, Durham - 11am - 2 Hours
Durham Photography Group
Nick Small
The 50mm lens is one of the flexible and useful lenses in any photographers gear bag. It is neither a wide-angle or telephoto lens, but allows the camera to see virtually on the same scale as your eye. As such, it can be used for a variety of styles, from landscape and street photography to portrait and product photography. In this meet up, we'll review the basic camera settings. We'll then cover some of the advantages of shooting with a prime lens, and some basic techniques to using the 50mm lens. We will be taking a walk along the river to capture natural scenes and heading into the city centre taking our 50mm to the streets. This meet will be at a reasonably swift pace where we can 'run and gun' through quick observation and decisive moments. There will be ample opportunities for you to put your new knowledge into practice.
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£32.00      
Landscape and Wildlife Photography

Landscape and Wildlife Photography

Saturday 26 September
Houghton le Spring - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
Durham Photography Group
Nick Small
Embark on an inspiring Nature and Wildlife Photography Walk and connect with nature through your lens. This session will focus on capturing stunning images of natural habitats and any wildlife that's amongst it while honing your photography skills. You'll learn:




- Landscape compositions using The Rule of Thirds


- Techniques for photographing animals and birds in motion or at rest.


- How to use natural light effectively for dynamic and detailed shots that have atmosphere and drama


- Composition tips to highlight wildlife in their environment without disturbance.




Bring your camera, a telephoto lens if available, comfortable walking shoes and a warm coat as we explore a scenic location filled with natural opportunities. Capture the nature and landscapes on your doorstep.
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£32      
Traffic Trails

Traffic Trails

Saturday 07 November
Durham City Centre - 5pm - 3.0 Hours
Durham Photography Group
Nick Small
In this meetup we will capture the light-trails of cars and other vehicles in motion set against the panorama of static architecture in the fading evening light and dark. For this class you will need a tripod and a zoom or a wide-angle lens but you can still get creative results with any lens. The exposure and composition within the image are the important areas to consider. A reflective jacket or high-visibility clothing is advisable for safety on the street. We will not be using any form of flash for driver safety on the roads.
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£79.00       5 places left

ABOUT DURHAM
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 Durham Watercolour Group on Facebook to share your art and enjoy the art of other locals.
PHOTOS
Raleigh Watercolor Group
2026-08-06
Title or Location: Costa Brava Boats
Our family was vacationing in Tossa de Mar, Spain. We had ben out for a walk but it was beginning to rain and as we hurried home, I saw these boats up on the sand. I was just really drawn to them so I ran over and took a photo before the rain really started coming down. Months later, I decided to paint the scene.
Credit: Nancy Shivers

Akron Watercolor Group
2026-08-06
Title or Location: Record Retreat
I wanted to capture the lovely lake house I was able to stay at. I know that this house is a special place for my in-laws and I wanted to honor that. I took a kayak out into the Sebego lake to capture the image I used as a reference photo. This is a mini landscape only 2.5x3.5 inches
Credit: Saralyn Cumberledge
Sacramento Watercolor Group
2026-08-05
Title or Location: A Lighthouse for Marcos
I took a class with David Lobenberg, a professional and master watercolor painter and master art mentor. He led us through, step by step, painting this lighthouse (a painting he has done several times). So, the composition is not original. But my execution of the painting is all my own. I painted this over two four-hour Saturday classes. Before this class and this painting, the last time I took a watercolor painting workshop was about 30 years ago, with artist Anne Gregory. In the years since,
Credit: Kellie Raines
Facebook: kellierainesart
Instagram: kellierainesart

Raleigh Watercolor Group
2026-08-03
Title or Location: I hope you see me blooming
This was the first watercolor painting that I made after my husband of 11 years passed away from cancer. I wanted to prove to myself that I could still paint without him because it was always something we did together. It took a really long time. Too long. But he was incredible. A lot of people have told me that they can see his influence through my art and that makes me want to keep painting.
Credit: Shannon Young
Facebook: /shannonyoungtattoo
Instagram: @shannonyoungart

Newcastle Watercolour Group
2026-08-02
Title or Location:
"Summer in the glen"I've really tried to loosen up with this one and go for as much atmosphere instead of fiddling about. As always,painted in the impressionist style. Painted on 12 x 8" Bockingford Using Winsor Newton Cotman and professional paints and Sabline mop and spearhead brushes.
Credit: K A Craig
Denver Watercolor Group
2026-07-29
Title or Location: Along the indiana dunes akeshore
Sand dunes along the Indiana dunes lakeshore where I went after my high school prom with my boyfriend who I eventually married. We were high school sweethearts.
Credit: Cathy Jones
Facebook: CathyJones fine art
Instagram: cathyjonesart

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