Northumberland’s Coastal Views, City Lights & Iconic Bridges – All in One Inspiring Day of Photography
Only 6 places per date – booking early is always a good idea.
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What You Will Learn On The Day
This isn’t about cramming – it’s hands-on learning in brilliant Northumberland locations, with time to try new techniques, ask questions, and explore your camera’s full potential.
- ✅ Long exposure skills – smooth water, moody skies, and light trails
- ✅ How to compose stronger images with simple shapes and lead-ins
- ✅ When and how to use filters – especially near water
- ✅ Using natural light and artificial light creatively
- ✅ Shooting for reflection – especially at the Quayside
- ✅ Getting confident with manual settings (aperture, shutter, ISO)
- ✅ Understanding focal length for storytelling
- ✅ Tips for twilight and night-time photography
Where We’ll Explore
This isn’t just one good spot — it’s a full-day journey from coast to city, stopping at iconic and lesser-known gems along the way.
- 🟢 St Mary’s Lighthouse – classic coastal structure on its own tidal island
- 🟢 Seaton Sluice – quirky sea-carved channel and huge rock stack “Charlie’s Garden”
- 🟢 Northumberland’s Blyth Beach Huts – bold colours and clean compositions
- 🟢 Newcastle Quayside – Tyne Bridge, Millennium Bridge, The Sage and more
- 🟢 Byker Viewpoint – perfect alignment of all the bridges at sunset
- 🟢 Post-sunset reflections – city lights mirrored in calm water
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Need-to-Know Info
✅ Start Time: 10:00 AM — meet at the car park by St Mary’s Lighthouse, Whitley Bay, Northumberland
🚗 Travel: By car meeting at the lighthouse. We’ll drive in convoy between locations from there (parking available at each stop)
👟 Walking Distance: Very light walking — mostly near car parks and flat paths
📷 Bring: Any camera you’re comfortable with. Tripod and filters are helpful but not essential.
🧥 Clothing: Coastal wind is real! Wrap up warm and bring waterproofs just in case.
🥪 Lunch: Great chippy at Seaton Sluide, or bring snacks or a packed lunch if you prefer
🧠 Skill Level: Total beginner to confident enthusiast — all welcome.
Is This Northumberland Workshop Right for You?
This is for anyone who enjoys a good photo walk, loves dramatic skies, and wants to capture both nature and city in one day.
- ✅ You want to learn practical photo skills out in the real world
- ✅ You enjoy iconic views and hidden gems
- ✅ You like shooting near the coast — but also love a good skyline
- ✅ You want a mix of support and space to experiment
- ✅ You enjoy friendly company, fresh air, and a camera in hand
Ready to Join Us?
If you like the idea of learning in great locations without pressure or lectures, this day is for you. You’ll get help when you want it, time to explore, and come home with shots you’re proud of.
We keep group sizes small so there’s plenty of attention for everyone — and the best light always waits for those who book early
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