Bottlescapes: an Introduction to Creating Seascapes in a Bottle
Would you like to create stunning impressionistic seascape images from the comfort of your home using a macro lens and a bottle? Learn all about capturing ‘Bottlescapes’ in this exciting new 2 part interactive course taught by award-winning photographer Rachel McNulty.
This course is all about being creative, open minded and having fun taking close-up images of simple objects to create a completely different image. Pre-requisites of the course are that you will have a camera with a macro lens (or a lens that is able to focus very close to the subject) and have a basic knowledge of your camera settings to be able to work in Aperture and Manual modes.
Part 1 of this course will be on Saturday 1st February 2025 at 2:00-3:30pm (GMT), with Part 2 on Saturday 22nd February 2025 at 2:00-3:00pm (GMT). In between the 2 sessions you will put your new found skills into practice and create your own ‘bottlescapes’ at home, then send them over to Rachel to share and discuss in part 2.
Part 1 - Macro Photography Fundamentals (1.5hrs):
• Interactive on-line session
• Rachel will discuss her thought process to help you understand how you can achieve your own macro seascapes
• Equipment and props needed to create macro seascapes
• Tips for selecting objects to photograph, composition, camera settings and lighting options
• Post-processing techniques using Lightroom
• There will be time during the session to ask questions
Homework!
• Try out your new found skills at home ahead of the second session
Part 2 - Image Critique & Coaching (1hr):
• See each others images for further inspiration
• Opportunity to explore any ideas you have
• Receive constructive feedback from Rachel
Terms and Conditions
This is an interactive, adult class and you must be over 18 to attend. You must to commit to the whole course and no refunds can be made if you miss a session or decide to leave the class. Full payment must be received prior to the course start date.
It is the aim that everyone progresses and as clients will be of different past experiences with the technique the tone of discussions must be always kept considerate. There will be an opportunity for critique on the longer courses but this must be kept to what you interpret rather than whether something is ‘right’ or ‘wrong’.
It is the responsibility of the client to ensure that they have sufficient broadband capability to be able to join for the courses. There can be no refund if you are unable to attend due to broadband issues although there will be the recording which you will be able to view. If there is a power outage from my computer then I will reschedule the session.
Wilde Photography reserves the right to cancel the course due to unforeseen circumstances. In this unlikely occurrence, the client will be offered a) alternative dates b)a voucher for the full amount or c) A full refund. If the client cancels the course a full refund will only be available if cancellation is 7 days (or longer) prior to the course. If the cancellation is after this time you will be entitled to a voucher to the same value or the chance to join the another course of the same value on different dates.