I had a great day out with my camera, and some old and new friends, in London last week. I joined an Urban Photography workshop with Brian Duckett, which was both educational and entertaining. You need to know how to use your camera, and then Brian leads you into more adventurous shots, with ideas and examples throughout the session. He cleverly takes you to locations where you can practice the ideas he has shared, starting at the South Bank and ending at the Barbican.
It was just a shame that London is so quiet at the moment. I’d have loved a few more people around to wander into my shots.
If you fancy joining a similar workshop with Brian, you can find out more here.
Copyright Debbie Smyth, 18 June 2021
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School of drama was cleverly captured as it is such a dramatic shot. The shadows, the shade, the white dress and orange bag, the mirror. Excellent.
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Hi Deb – love the areas that the workshop Brought you too – and this post fit the theme so well
also – regarding the number of people in the photos – well remind you that soon enough the streets will be filled and maybe the photos are more precious because of the rare time to catch such space.
in fact, the photo that opening the post is brilliant with the two folks left and two folks upper right – normal balance with the shadow and shade and lines and shapes – wonderful
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Practical approach of learning is always interesting. Great shots. I love the depth.
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Shadows can be such fun. Sometimes scary but also inviting
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What fun Debbie – love taking photo classes that include an outing to practice. Wonderful images – especially liked the ominous second shot.
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A bit spooky, but beautiful.
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Great selections. Very unique. ‘Tunnel vision!!’ Well done.
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These shade and shadow photos are amazing. I love all of them. There is atmosphere and drama in all of them.
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Many thanks Anne.
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Looks like the city that time forgot…. 😦 😦
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It is just like that, Jo. Soho on a sunny weekend looks normal. But in the week and especially in the City, the streets are deserted.
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These are great, Debbie! Certainly sounds like a great day, 😊😊
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He’s highly recommended
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Might have to look him up
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I’d love to have a walk like that! Real goodies your images, Debbie.
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Next time over here! And he goes to Lisbon and Venice too 🙂
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Wow!
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Interesting collection Debbie. Shadows create such depth.
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These are wonderful photos, Debbie. Seems you learned his lessons well although I’m betting you already knew a lot of them.
janet
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I knew them but wasn’t confident enough to be that dramatic
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Love these Debbie 🙂 🙂
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Thanks Brian
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That was a fun event…… helps to share experiences. Everyone learns. 🙂
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Absolutely. They often give me more confidence to stand around looking furtive!
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True….. and better safe than sorry
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