Michael Cartwright Photography
Monochrome Long Exposures
Sunday, 23rd March | 8:00 AM – Approximately 2:00 PM
Join me for a day of creating striking, monochromatic long-exposure coastal images along the beautiful North Yorkshire coastline.
Long-exposure photography can feel like a mystery for many photography enthusiasts. This practical, hands-on workshop will help demystify the process as we explore how to effectively use long-exposure filters in a coastal setting. Together, we’ll focus on capturing the movement of water and clouds with slow shutter speeds, all while working exclusively in monochrome. By removing the distraction of color, we’ll deepen our understanding of contrast, tones, and dynamic range, elevating your artistic expression.
Black and White Long Exposure Photography Workshop
Artful image-making through a timeless partnership.
Black and white photography and long exposures have long been synonymous with creating elegant, artistic images. In this six-hour workshop, we’ll dive into the techniques and skills needed to master this classic style while exploring some of the most stunning coastal locations along the North Yorkshire coastline.
What You’ll Learn
During the session, we’ll focus on:
- Mastering long exposure filters: Learn how to use ND and graduated filters to create striking images that showcase movement in water, clouds, and other natural elements.
- Monochrome artistry: Work exclusively in black and white, simplifying compositions to focus on contrast, tones, and dynamic range.
- Refining techniques: From understanding shutter speed to improving your compositions, you'll build confidence in your filtering skills and elevate your photographic artistry.
Who is This Workshop For?
This workshop is ideal for photographers who:
- Own long exposure filters but feel unsure or lack confidence in using them.
- Are new to filtering but have a basic understanding of exposure settings (this course is not suitable for complete beginners).
Equipment Requirements
- Essential: A tripod and remote release are crucial for achieving steady long-exposure shots.
- Filters: While I have a set of Lee Filters available for use, participants are encouraged to bring their own. If you’re unsure about what to purchase, feel free to reach out for recommendations.
Workshop Details
- Small Group Setting: With a maximum group size of 7, you’ll enjoy plenty of one-on-one guidance tailored to your needs.
- Meeting Point: Yarm High Street, where free all-day parking is available. From there, we’ll travel together in a minibus to our coastal shooting locations.
What Past Participants Say:
"I thoroughly enjoyed spending a day along the beautiful North Yorkshire coastline with a small group of friendly fellow photography enthusiasts! Michael is a very patient teacher and was always on hand to provide guidance on the technical aspects of long exposure photography, as well as helping with composition and overcoming challenges posed by the ever-changing weather. I highly recommend this course for anyone keen to learn the basics of long exposure photography or for those who are already proficient but need a great excuse to spend a day with their camera in excellent company and under expert tutorship! I look forward to attending many more of Michael’s courses in the future."
This workshop offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded photographers while exploring the creative potential of long-exposure and monochrome techniques. Don’t miss the chance to enhance your skills and create unforgettable images!
Testimonials
I have just returned from a trip to the Arctic Circle arranged by Michael. The best I can say is that this was a trip of a life time! The tour was friendly with lots of laughs. Michael, Scott & Joe passed on their knowledge freely. Nobody was left out, there was something for everyone to do and along with the photo opportunities we had great fun on snowmobiles at midnight on a frozen river going from Finland to Sweden, a dog sled ride through a frozen forest , reindeer sled ride and so much more.
Would I recommend Michael Cartwright Photography?? Hell yes!! A trip I will never forget & many new friends made.
Mike Cook
Over the last 18 months I have been on a number of courses, workshops and photography holidays with Michael Cartwright and his team Scott Bonner and Joe Fletcher. Over that time my photography skills have really improved with their generous and friendly help and support. I have learned so much and met some great people along the way. The latest holiday in Arctic Finland / Sweden has been the icing on the cake. Well organised from start to finish with a range of activities and challenges. It was the most wonderful experience and I have some photographs that I really like. Huge thank you to the team and I can wholly recommend Michael Cartwright Photography!
Gill Davidson
Michael has a unique ability to take complicated subject matter and deliver it in a simple, passionate and infectious manner. He has taken me on a journey with his workshops from ‘extreme novice’ that was absolutely clueless to a confident enthusiast. I will be eternally grateful for all of Michael’s efforts in going the extra mile throughout my learning journey. He is a credit to his profession and he sets the standards for the rest of his industry to follow. Oh, and he is a thoroughly likeable chap too!
Stephen Smith
Great weekend away and I’m really pleased with my photographs! Thanks for a fantastic workshop, everything was first class, including the hotel, the food and the weather! I really enjoyed learning about different ways to compose my photos for a more professional feel. The workshop was well planned and was extremely informative and interesting. The fact that Michael kept a close eye on everybody's progress was an extra bonus. Thanks Michael
Uma Mannan
Both myself and my husband have been friends of Michael's for many years now during which time we have been on numerous photography trips with him!
We have thoroughly enjoyed every single trip from the Lake District, Paris, Budapest but my absolute favourite was the trip to Finland, we may not have been lucky enough to see the Northern Lights but what a fantastic adventure it turned out to be!! Each trip has been made extra special with the fabulous group of people that we have had the pleasure of making friends with, aside from that there is of course the excellent opportunity to take some amazing photographs of simply stunning scenery and architecture. The trips are always well organised and thoroughly thought through from beginning to end, as well as coming away with some truly amazing photos you will for sure meet some lovely people and make fantastic memories......
Jayne Stephenson
I attended my first camera course as a complete beginner, I didn’t even know how to turn the camera on! The initial course was perfect for me, very well explained throughout and left me wanting to know more. Michael and the team are brilliant teachers, they are all very patient and we have a lot of laughs along the way. Since learning how to use my camera I have progressed on to landscape workshops and now class myself as being very confident with my kit. I’ve joined Michael on many occassions and would definitely recommend these workshops!
John Conlin