Macro Photography

Capturing fine details is so important when showcasing work. A Macro lens lets you explore those fine details with a camera that your eye cannot see, this is what makes it so exciting.  It can let clients see the finesse of your hard work in fine detail at the same time as creating shots that match […]

Time Out Mama Lan

TimeHop back to a food shoot I did for Time Out (https://www.timeout.com/london/restaurants/mama-lan-1). I do love food photography and I put it alongside product photography as it is something that someone has created. A piece of art on a plate. I enjoy so much watching Masterchef and seeing the art and passion behind the plates of […]

Glitterbug Bakery

Glitterbug Bakery is a bespoke bakery based near Lewes, East Sussex. Proud owner Karen Brown bake cakes that can be gluten free, diary free, wheat free and vegan.  They bake cakes to order and deliver them nationwide. I had always thought that having a dietary requirement takes the fun out of sweet treats but Glitterbug have put […]

Family Photoshoot Ditchling

Here is a recent family photoshoot I did of a gorgeous little girl. I think a mini boden model in the making! NB: This is a small selection from the photoshoot. 

Week 1 & Task 1

This week is all about Aperture. Below is the slideshow with the task at the end plus a few handy print outs which you could have in your camera bag or upload onto your phone for when you are out and about. Please leave your camera on AV/A mode all week and don’t put it […]

Week 4

This week we looked at equipment and went through an overview of different types of equipment that would suit beginners. There is so much to explore in this area and so you will find a few helpful links in the slideshow for certain aspects. Please let me know if you are thinking of buying a […]

Week 3 & Task 3

Week 3 and it’s the final component of the exposure triangle – ISO. Continue to practice on manual with the exposure meter and changing the settings. It will take some time to get used to it so feel free to print out some of the PDF’s and use these to refer back to when you […]

Week 2

The next step is shutter speed. Again I have a few print outs for you if you would like them and then the slideshow. The task is at the bottom of the page. Please try and keep your camera on S/TV/T (shutter priority) mode all week. To upload images for feedback please use the Facebook […]

BEGINNERS DSLR COURSE @ LEWES DEPOT

Hello! Please find each presentation for you to view. You will be given a password after each session for each slideshow. WEEK 1& TASK 1 WEEK 2 & TASK 2 WEEK 3 & TASK 3 WEEK 4 Please let me know if you are having trouble accessing any of this by emailing me kate@swanson.me