TUTORING

Unlock the full potential of your photography with tailored 1-to-1 tutoring designed around your skill level, goals, and interests. Whether you're a beginner looking to get off auto mode or an enthusiast wanting to master long exposure, ND filters, or composition techniques, I offer hands-on, location-based learning that makes the technical feel natural.

Sessions take place at stunning coastal locations like Beachy Head, with golden hour lighting and real-world scenarios that help you build confidence behind the lens. You’ll get expert guidance, practical tips, and a relaxed, supportive environment to ask questions, experiment, and grow.

BEACHY HEAD LIGHTHOUSE

2.5 Hours | Golden Hour | £60pp | Camera Ownership Required

Perched dramatically beneath towering white chalk cliffs, Beachy Head Lighthouse is one of the most iconic and photogenic landmarks on the UK coastline. As golden hour light dances across the cliffs and the tide swirls below, the lighthouse becomes a dream subject for seascape photographers.

With its bold red-and-white stripes, rugged surroundings, and ever-changing skies, this location offers a perfect blend of drama and tranquility—ideal for learning long exposure techniques, mastering composition, and capturing truly unforgettable coastal images. It’s not just a lesson—it’s an experience.

INTRODUCTION

Quick meet and greet
Overview of the evening
Safety briefing (cliff edges, tides, and weather)

CAMERA SETTINGS & TECHNIQUES

Manual mode vs aperture priority
Best focus methods (hyperfocal distance, manual focus)
Histogram review and avoiding clipping
Bracketing for dynamic range
Using timer or remote to avoid camera shake

GEAR WALKTHROUGH

Camera types and lenses for seascapes
Tripods: stability & height tips on uneven surfaces
Filters overview:
- ND filters (various stops)
- Graduated ND
- Circular polarizer

LONG EXPOSURE MASTER

Using ND filters effectively
Shutter speeds for different effects (silky water vs misty sea)
Calculating exposure with/without filter

COMPOSITION & LIGHT

Rule of thirds, leading lines, natural framing
Lighthouse as subject: dynamic vs minimalist framing
Reading the light: golden hour vs blue hour opportunities

SUNSET TO BLUE HOUR SHOOTING

Guided shooting time with live feedback
Adjusting for changing light
Exploring different compositions and techniques

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