Beyond Auto – A One-Day Creative Photography Masterclass **BETA COURSE**

Beyond Auto – A One-Day Creative Photography Masterclass **BETA COURSE**

**One off test Course for 6 students with £49 discount in return for honest improvement feedback**

By Nicola Auckland Photography

Date and time

Location

Grantham House

Castlegate Grantham NG31 6SS United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours

You’ve got the basics down – now you’re ready to get more creative, more confident, and more in control of your camera.

Beyond Auto is the ideal next step for hobby photographers who are comfortable in manual mode but want to elevate their images, refine their technique, and shoot with more intention.

This one-day, hands-on workshop blends expert teaching with practical shooting sessions and personalised guidance, helping you move from safe snapshots to stunning, scroll-stopping images.

What’s in store:

🕘 Welcome & Review (30 mins)A relaxed start to assess your skills, chat through your current challenges, and set personal goals for the day.

📷 Manual Mode Deep Dive (60 mins)Refresher on the exposure triangle, plus a closer look at metering modes and focus modes.

🎨 Creative Techniques (60 mins)Master depth of field, experiment with motion blur and freezing action, and learn how to make the most of natural light.

Break (15 mins)

📸 Practical Shooting Session 1 (45 mins)Choose from street photography, portraits, or still life challenges to practise what you’ve learned in real-world conditions.

🍽️ Lunch Break (30 mins)

🖼 Composition Masterclass (30 mins)Learn advanced techniques in framing, perspective, and visual storytelling to take your compositions to the next level.

📸 Practical Shooting Session 2 (60 mins)A longer session to put your skills into practice with one-to-one guidance and support as you shoot.

💻 Editing Introduction (45 mins)Get started with Lightroom: basic editing techniques, workflow tips, and how to manage your growing photo library.

Wrap-Up & Next Steps (15 mins)You’ll leave with a personalised improvement plan and clear steps to keep building your skills and confidence.

This is more than a workshop – it’s a creative boost and a confidence builder.

Come with curiosity, leave with clarity and creativity. Spaces are limited – book your place today and take your next step Beyond Auto.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need to bring?

You'll need your camera, lenses, charged batteries and a memory card in order to take part in this course. Cameras and NOT provided for students.

Are refreshments provided?

Tea, coffee and water are provided for students during the course. Lunch is not provided but Grantham House does have an on-site cafe where food can be purchased. You are welcome to bring your own food if required.

Is there parking on site?

There is limited parking available at Grantham House as well as additional parking close by in Watergate car park.

What experience do I need to have to take part in this course?

You should be comfortable with using the manual mode on your camera and the basics of using ISO, F Stop and Shutter Speed to expose your images (although a refresher will be given).

Organised by

I’m Nicola Auckland, a brand photographer and photography educator based in Lincolnshire. I run friendly, practical workshops to help you understand your camera, build your confidence, and take photos you’re proud to share – whether for business, creativity, or just for fun.

Helping you show up with confidence – on both sides of the camera.

£100
Oct 4 · 10:00 GMT+1