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20 July, 2017 ( 10:30 - 16:00 UK time) - The Kennel Club Building

Experience Day: Portraits - Dog Photography

Overview

Join us on this exciting workshop to learn how to perfect your dog photography skills. Nikon School have been given exclusive access to the 2023 UK vulnerable native breeds dog show where dog handlers and breeders will be showing over 30 different dog breeds. On the day, you will learn the best camera settings, tips and techniques for photographing dogs both inside and outside and should come away with some great images.

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Experience Day: Portraits - Dog Photography - The Kennel Club Building
20 July, 2017
( 10:30 - 16:00 UK time)

Course Contents

During this workshop you will be provided with an understanding of the skills and techniques required to capture natural portraits of a range of different dogs. The workshop will take place during the 2023 UK vulnerable native breeds dog show where dog handlers and breeders will be showing a variety of UK vulnerable native dog breeds of all shapes and sizes.

The workshop is run with assistance from the Kennel Club and each dog we photograph will be have their owner or handler present which should help us get good images. On the day, Neil will be discussing and demonstrating the best techniques to capture the different characteristics of each breed and covering topics such as focusing, composition, depth of field and achieving the correct exposure for maximising detail. This is a great chance to photograph a range of dogs, but in particular some rare and unusual breeds that you may not usually get the chance to see.

Notes:

We will be meeting at the Kennel Club Building in Stoneleigh Park at 8:30am and the course will run until approx 3 - 4pm

Lunch will not be provided at this workshop, please bring your own refreshments, snacks and packed lunch on the day.

The aim of this workshop to capture natural light portraits of dogs. Please bring your own flash if you want, but the use of flash is at the discretion of the dog owner or handler and may not be allowed.

This workshop takes place both inside and outside (weather permitting) so please bring appropriate clothing & footwear.

We will have a selection of cameras and lenses available for you to borrow on the course. However, If you would like to borrow any specific kit for this course please get in contact with us at [email protected] with your request. We require at least 2 weeks notice for kit requests.

If you have any further questions about the course or about how to find the Kennel Club building please contact Nikon School.

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Vulnerable Dog Breed Show

The workshop on photographing dogs on the vulnerable dog breed list was an extraordinary experience. Neil was highly knowledgeable and passionate about both photography and canine welfare. He provided invaluable insights into capturing the essence of these vulnerable breeds through their lenses. The workshop perfectly balanced theory and practical sessions, allowing participants to apply their newfound skills immediately. I left the workshop feeling inspired.

Heulwyn R.

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Course Requirements

Technical
Equipment

  • DSLR/Mirrorless
  • Lens(es) - we recommend; 24-70mm, 70-200mm, 50mm f1.8 + 85mm f1.8
  • Memory card(s)
  • Spare Batteries

Other Essential
Equipment

  • Warm and comfortable clothing

Course
Presrequisites

Knowledge of:

  • Understanding of Shutter speed, ISO and Aperture

Activity / fitness
level involved

Low level activity

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Course Location

The Kennel Club Building,
Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh, Kenilworth ,
CV8 2LZ, UK

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