Small-Group Photography Workshops in Yorkshire & the North

Take Photos You’re Proud Of, With Friendly Expert Help Beside You

Relaxed, small-group photography days for keen photographers who want better results, straightforward coaching, and a proper day out with their camera.

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  • Max 6 people per group
  • 15+ years as a professional photographer
  • Image review after every workshop

Find Your Perfect Photography Day

Upcoming small-group workshops across Yorkshire and the North, in date order. Relaxed walking, proper coaching, and unforgettable scenes.

The perfect present

Give Someone a Day Out With Their Camera

Know a keen photographer? A McFade workshop gift voucher lets them choose the location and date that suits them, with friendly small-group coaching included.

£125£150Buy a gift voucher
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Why These Workshops Work So Well

Practical, in-the-field guidance that helps you stop guessing and start shooting with real purpose.

Great Locations

Moors, coastlines, woodland and hidden gems, handpicked so you can focus on the shot, not the search.

Learn What Really Matters

No waffle. Clear, practical tips on exposure, light and composition that stick, and help you take better photos straight away.

Small, Friendly Groups

Never more than 6 people. More feedback, less waiting around, and proper 1-to-1 coaching while you’re at the scene.

Why People Come Back

Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what past attendees say.

“Learned more in one hour with Ade than five years of meetups. The individual support made all the difference.”

Stuart Wood1-to-1 Session in Leeds

“Great locations I’ll go back to on my own. I came away understanding composition far better than before — and with some of my favourite Yorkshire images.”

Mark HollockRibblesdale & Other Workshops

“Focus stacking and long exposure waterfalls… an absolute game changer! The day was relaxed, friendly, and genuinely useful.”

Melanie WoodRibblesdale Workshop

Sound Like You? Then You’ll Fit Right In

Most people who join us are between 40 and 75, and the pace reflects that.

For you if…

You’re New to Photography

Just bought a camera or still stuck on automatic? You’re in the right place. We start from the basics and explain settings in clear, practical steps, without you ever feeling silly.

For you if…

You’re Getting Back Into It

Dusting off your DSLR or mirrorless camera after a break? No pressure and no lectures, just friendly hands-on support to get your eye, your technique and your confidence back.

For you if…

You Love Good Company

Relaxed days out with fellow enthusiasts who appreciate scenery, coffee and good conversation. Zero elitism, zero gear snobbery, just a great day in the great outdoors.

Your guide for the day

Hi, I’m Ade

I’m a Leeds-based professional photographer, and I’ve spent more than 15 years photographing everything from construction sites to corporate events. Before that I was a software engineer, so I know what it’s like to learn a technical craft from scratch.

On a workshop, my job is simple: take you somewhere beautiful, explain things in plain English, and stand beside you until it clicks.

  • 15+ years as a commercial photographer
  • Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • CAA-authorised drone operator
  • Civil engineering graduate

What You’ll Walk Away With

Practical, permanent skills you’ll use on every future shoot, not just on the day.

Confident Camera Control

Ditch auto mode for good. Master aperture, shutter speed and ISO so you always know which dial to turn.

See Like a Photographer

Learn to spot the light, texture and shapes that turn an ordinary snapshot into an arresting photograph.

Composition That Works

Simple, reliable approaches to leading lines, foregrounds and balance, so your photos feel intentional and strong.

Silky Water & Filter Magic

Hands-on practice with polarisers and ND filters for calm reflections and creamy waterfall cascades.

Decluttering Busy Landscapes

Frame chaotic woodland, stone walls and rugged fells into clean, balanced, calming photographs.

Post-Workshop Image Review

Send in your photos afterwards for honest, patient feedback, editing guidance and advice on your next steps.

Hear About New Dates First

New workshops, last-minute places and the occasional photography tip. No spam.

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