Macro Photography for Beginners

Discover the hidden details of nature through macro photography

Explore the world of macro photography in this hands-on workshop with guest expert Max Mudie (@allthingsfungi). Learn how to capture the intricate details of fungi and other natural subjects, using techniques that work for both smartphones and digital cameras. No experience or specialist equipment required—just bring your curiosity!

During this session, you’ll develop essential photography skills that can be applied both in nature and at home, with a focus on lighting, composition, and post-production to enhance your images.

About the Workshop

This workshop will cover:

• Lighting techniques – making the most of natural and artificial light
• Framing and composition – how to create eye-catching images
• Finding your subject – where and when to look for fungi
• Basic post-production – simple edits to enhance your photography

For those with more experience, there will also be the chance to explore advanced techniques such as focus stacking and post-production workflows.

This is a practical, outdoor-based session. Appropriate footwear is required, and waterproofs may be needed depending on the weather.

More Information

No prior experience is needed—this workshop is designed for beginners, with skills that can be applied to both phone photography and digital cameras. All materials are provided, so you can focus on learning and experimenting with macro techniques.

While you're here, enjoy food and drinks from One Market, and as a workshop attendee, you'll receive 10% off in One Market, where you can browse a range of local produce, lifestyle products, and seasonal gifts.

This session is suitable for ages 16+, and as it's an outdoor experience, we recommend appropriate footwear and waterproofs depending on the weather.