Matthew Williams-Ellis
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Wildlife Photography Workshop in Richmond Park at Sunset5 (9) - Various Locations£99pp · 3hrs workshopVIEW
Shutter Speed Creativity: Tower Bridge, London5 (6) - Tower Bridge and St Pauls£99pp · 3hrs workshopVIEW
Ultimate Introduction to Photography: South Bank, London4 (11) - South Bank£149pp · 5hrs 30min workshopVIEW- View more
This class was great! When arriving Matt, the teacher, immediately made everyone feel welcomed and relaxed, talked to us all about previous photography experiences and so immediately you could see this was going to be much more interactive than other classes i’ve been too where it can be a bit more lecture-style. There was a clear structure to the class, I particularly liked the focus on panning from a technical standpoint but also the lessons about sorry telling in the market were very helpful to know how to create unique shots. The location was also perfect and clearly one Matt knew very well! I now feel completely confident with my camera and can’t wait to get out again and use the techniques I learned!
Louis TambeMatthew provided a great course for beginners. He was very friendly personable and easy to talk to. It was a small group which was nice as we all got lots of time to ask questions and get Matthew’s help. We went through some really useful aspects of the camera that would allow us get better use out of our cameras and to experiment more with effects and lighting. I would definitely recommend this course.
Elizabeth BryanOnly clue to whether this course would be worth it were the reviews, so here is mine. You'll find Matt to be very chilled and smiley. Initially I thought he was another student. There were only 4 students on my course, which meant there was plenty 1-2-1. His manner provides a calm confidence, and he knows his way around all the main types of camera, allowing you to achieve excellent effects. I noticed that he was quick to find that opportunity, and that inspired us all to look for that shot. It was a good evening with cloudy sunshine, so plenty dramatic light and sky. 5.5hours was plenty time, with a break at a Pret in the middle. Don't be afraid to take loads of photos, play with Matt's ideas and find that you understand the components very quickly. This course will give you the opportunity and confidence to move away from auto, portrait or landscape modes. Well worth it for the 1-2-1 time from someone who is clearly accomplished.
David McLeanGreat good and found it very helpful
Leah PullenMatt was great. We were entry level camera users and he was very helpful, knowledgeable and gave us plenty of tips!
Ollie SidwellMatthew was excellent, very informative, patient and taught everyone at their level. Highly recommend this workshop
DerekI really recommend this experience for photography lovers who want to understand the basics of their camera. I have learnt a lot and can't wait to put it to use! P.S. Bring a tripod!
Sandra GoncalvesI absolutely loved this workshop! It was very practical and therefore a great way to learn. Matthew is a brilliant teacher, very patient, and knowledgeable. He knew all the different camera makes/models, so was able to help us individually too. Highly recommend!
Heather DuffillGreat course, well managed and presented. All questions answered and individual assistance provided in the Group. Lots of techniques covered and things to try. Would recommend to anyone.
David NormanThis was a really good experience to get to know my camera and how to use it effectively. Mathew was great at showing us all individually and showed patience. Thank you so much for this experience and l look forward to seeing my results! I would totally recommend this to someone who has a keen interest in photography and wants to learn first hand!
Kirsty CartlidgeGreat session around the City of London to practice creative shutter speeds - panning, use of filters for long exposures, light trails and thinking about unique and varied compositions for story telling. Recognising the ‘blue hour’ for better night photography (less contrast) and applying long exposures for skies & clouds (and not just water) were also key takeaways. Thanks Matthew.
DeborahLoved this walk in Richmond Park with Matt. He lead us around the best spots and gave us lots of tips for how to get some fantastic shots. I enjoyed it very much and would love to attend more of his trips in future.
Mia BuerkAs a more experienced amateur photographer I chose this workshop knowing I’ll learn something new. In fact, I learnt a lot of new methods, skills and creative approaches as well as a few more functions on my camera I never knew existed. Matthew is a very skilled, talented and creative photographer such that he has a very natural way teaching a small group of mixed ability and experience. It didn’t matter whether an individual had only just picked up a camera or photographs very frequently, Matthew adjusted his teaching to suit. This workshop comes highly recommended for anyone looking to advance their photography to the next level, whatever that might look like.
Julian CI highly recommend this workshop, I'm a rookie in wildlife photography. Thanks to Matthew and his precious advice, I have now a better knowledge of my camera and how pictures should be taken. So don't hesitate to book, Matthew is a great teacher
Mathias MarteauGreat workshop. Mathew is an excellent teacher and pays attention to detail. He knows his stuff and has a great power of expression to get the message across. Not only does he guide you with the camera and techniques but gives a very different perspective of how to look at a scene and make creative images. Bottom line: highly recommended. Will be back for more classes.
Kishore KaramchandaniMathew lead a great workshop using a good variety of camera techniques from panning to long exposure. He was attentive to each of his clients needs and spent time explaining everything well. He also tried to get everyone to think outside the box before actually taking a shot.
Frank HarleyA very enjoyable three hours. Learned lots of interesting tips about how to use my camera, and had a good chance to enjoy the wildlife of Richmond Park. Recommended.
Andrew MI would highly recommend this course to anyone who is struggling to maximise the potential of their camera. Matt is extremely knowledgable and explains everything at a pace where you understand the core components of your DSLR and l came away feeling excited and confident using a variety of setups to create lots of different shots.
AbiHad a great afternoon with Matthew on a 3 hour Shutter Speed Priority course. Took some varying photos from St Paul’s to Tower Bridge. Didn’t feel rushed or pressured - we talked about the most suitable camera settings to get the best result for what we were doing. Matthew was encouraging and helpful. Would definitely recommend him. I’ve now booked another lesson with him.
Jackie MAn amazing class that I would recommend to anyone learning photography!
sarah augustinI had a great afternoon Photography lesson yesterday in Richmond Park. Matthew was great at explaining and giving tips to take great photographs that I will definitely use in the future. I highly recommend it. Thanks again Matthew.
SamMatthew has a great teaching style. I learnt loads and picked up some great tips. A really enjoyable and informative workshop. Thanks Matt
EllaReally enjoyed the evening and learnt really useful skills that I was later able to use to get the images I wanted, especially around focus and framing. Matthew has clearly put a lot of effort into learning about a variety of cameras to make sure he can help people with theirs, especially as the menus can be pretty confusing. Matthew is also really helpful, approachable and easy to talk to. It was easy to socially distance as appropriate, with a few glances at the camera to help guide the session. Oh, and of course I ended up with some good photos to top it all off.
OliverThis was a great experience. Matthew was a fantastic teacher with great knowledge and experience in photography. His technical instructions were very clear and easy to understand and he gave brilliant suggestions about composition as well as tips and tricks. Richmond Park was absolutely beautiful, stunning landscape with lots of deer as well as swans and birds. Got some great photos and learned a lot!
RachelMatt is such a great teacher and makes the process so fun - he knows how to break everything down and explain it in layman's terms, I never thought I would learn so quickly! Thanks, can't wait for the next one!
NickMatthew is a wonderful teacher with an incredible eye for photography and I would highly recommend his workshops, whether you're a beginner or advanced and looking to learn more on style and composition. He taught me as a beginner and I now always attend a workshop before I travel to a new destination to learn new tips for shooting in different locations. Matt is incredibly knowledgeable on the technical side, whilst sharing his passion for photography and his love of exploring new and interesting places. In London we explored some of the most iconic sites alongside hidden wonders in the heart of the city. I particularly loved a sunrise workshop when he taught me (very patiently!) how to capture the changing light. I couldn't recommend Matt's photography workshops more highly!
Sophia ConstantThis class was great! When arriving Matt, the teacher, immediately made everyone feel welcomed and relaxed, talked to us all about previous photography experiences and so immediately you could see this was going to be much more interactive than other classes i’ve been too where it can be a bit more lecture-style. There was a clear structure to the class, I particularly liked the focus on panning from a technical standpoint but also the lessons about sorry telling in the market were very helpful to know how to create unique shots. The location was also perfect and clearly one Matt knew very well! I now feel completely confident with my camera and can’t wait to get out again and use the techniques I learned!
Louis TambeMatthew provided a great course for beginners. He was very friendly personable and easy to talk to. It was a small group which was nice as we all got lots of time to ask questions and get Matthew’s help. We went through some really useful aspects of the camera that would allow us get better use out of our cameras and to experiment more with effects and lighting. I would definitely recommend this course.
Elizabeth Bryan