Local training in hertfordshire

[Shahin]

I'm interested in doing a local photography course in Hertfordshire, which involves hands on tuition in small groups.

I've found a beginners/intermediate course taught by a local tog in Stevenage, Herts http://www.samabarphotography.co.uk and was wondering if anyone has done this course before? the course is 12 hours long, spread over 2 Saturdays in February, costs £109. Just wanted any feedback? Not done anything like this before but can't dedicate too much time to weekly evening classes.

Or has anyone found a good course/training locally that they could recommend? I've bought a lot of books but nothing beats hands on learning! Thanks in advance for your help!

 

[Shahin]

Ok just thought I'd update and say that after day one of the course at www.samabarphotography.co.uk I'm very impressed! Graham was very friendly, approachable and most importantly taught the basics of photography in an easy and understandable manner.

The course was limited to 6 people with varied experience in photography and the low numbers enabled Graham to provide a more personal session.

The basics were covered so the complete beginner could get to grips with it and while it times the content was a tad too basic, it was nonetheless helpful for intermediate levels to consolidate previous learning and build confidence. A day well worth the money and I look forward to next weeks session! Anyone in Stevenage, Hatfield, Hitchin or within the Hertfordshire area looking to do a beginners photography course or wanting to consolidate learning already undertaken, I would highly recommend this!

 

[wildman]

Wish I knew about this before, that place is literally 30 seconds away from where I used to live and I never even knew it was there.

Good find.

 

[Shahin]

Wish I knew about this before, that place is literally 30 seconds away from where I used to live and I never even knew it was there.

Good find.

There will be more courses running - I think there is one planned for March. I also know that Graham does one to one sessions as well. Check out the website for updates on future training dates or just give him a shout and I'm sure he'll tell you!

 

[Shahin]

Day 2 of the course run by Graham at Www.samabarphotography.co.uk was even better than day 1 - we critiqued each others homework and the improvement to everyone's work was impressive! We then covered composition, White balance settings, metering modes, touched on flash and rear curtain sync and then topped it all off with an hour on the basics of photoshop! Very intense day with lots covered but very enjoyable! Highly recommended if you're in the area - even London and Bedfordshire aren't too far from the studio in Stevenage.