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About the workshop

Saturday 19 September 2026

10:00am–12:30pm

Old Hanging Wood, Little Chalfont

£30 per person

Maximum 8 participants

Want to take better photographs but not sure what makes one image really stand out from another?

Join us for a relaxed, practical 2.5-hour woodland photography workshop at Old Hanging Wood, led by experienced photographer, videographer and tree expert Donato Cinicolo.

Using the woodland as our outdoor classroom, Donato will help you look differently at the landscape around you and show you how to create stronger, more interesting photographs.

You’ll explore photography techniques including:

• Composition and framing

• Making the most of natural light

• Finding interesting angles and perspectives

• Creating depth and atmosphere

• Looking for details, textures, patterns and colour

• Developing your own photographic eye

• Getting more from the camera or smartphone you already own

Rather than spending the session sitting through theory, we’ll be out in the woodland taking photographs, experimenting with different techniques and getting individual advice as we go.

More than just a photography walk

One of the things that makes this workshop a little different is Donato’s knowledge of the woodland itself.

As we explore Old Hanging Wood, he’ll also share some of the stories behind the trees and landscape around us - from identifying different species to understanding how particular woods have traditionally been used.

It means you’ll not only leave with new photography skills, but hopefully with a completely different way of noticing the woodland around you.

Who is it for?

This workshop is designed to be accessible and welcoming, particularly if you’re new to photography or simply want to improve the photographs you take.

You don’t need specialist equipment or an expensive camera.

Bring whatever you normally use:

📱 Smartphone

📷 DSLR or mirrorless camera

📸 Compact camera

The principles we’ll explore apply whichever device you’re using.

More experienced photographers are also very welcome.

Small group – maximum 8 people

We’re deliberately keeping this workshop small, with just eight places available.

This gives everyone plenty of opportunity to ask questions, receive individual guidance from Donato and experiment without feeling rushed.

* Event details accurate at the time of publishing; please check the organiser's website for the latest updates.

Event Location:

Old Hanging Wood
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