Tuition & Tours with Alex Hyde

Alex Hyde Photography TuitionTeaching photography is an important and enjoyable part of my business. I like meeting new people and sharing creative ideas. I have coached people of all ages and technical abilities, both in one-to-one sessions and small groups.  For the past five years I have lectured on several aspects of wildlife photography at the University of Nottingham. 

When teaching I will do my very best to understand your interests and requirments and tailor the information accordingly. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you would like to find out more, I am always happy to answer your questions.


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Testimonials:

"Good teaching requires two crucial ingredients: a detailed and thorough understanding of the subject and the ability to communicate clearly, precisely and without resorting to jargon. Never are these more important than when teaching technical subjects to those who may not be technically minded. Alex has the enviable ability to cut straight through ‘technical haze’ and lift the shrouds of mystery that surrounds so much of photography and digital processing."

Nick Garbutt, Devon

"Hi Alex - just a quick note to say how much I enjoyed yesterday's excellent one-to-one tuition day. It was extremely useful and I learnt several brand new post-processing skills as well as having two very good sessions out 'in the field' shooting panoramas and multiple exposures for blending on the PC later."

Mike Cummins, Derbyshire

"The day I spent out in the Peak District really opened my eyes to different ways of looking at things I could take photos of. Alex was a really great help and showed me how I could make the most of the tools that I had to work with and the landscape around us- His enthusiasm is something incredibly special and really helped make the day a brilliant experience!"

Abbie Rechert, Derbyshire

"I am an Octogenarian whose lifelong interest has been photography. The digital age of Photography has come as a distinct culture shock to me. The skills with film and darkroom that I had practised for many decades have all been superseded by the new technologies. I was struggling and needed help! My family bought me a day’s tuition with Alex Hyde. Alex proved brilliant. My cognitive skills are not what they were only a few years ago; but he was infinitely patient and was able to explain things slowly and simply in terms that I could understand. I have employed him many times since and with his help have made considerable progress. One of my pictures has been accepted for publication. I will continue to employ Alex Hyde for as long as he is prepared to teach me."

Len Dawes, Derbyshire

 Tours

Scotland: Mull & Treshnish Isles 
8th - 15th June 2013
Leaders: Nick Garbutt, Chris Mattison and Alex Hyde

Guide Price £1055 (Twin-share: Ground Only)
Maximum Group 10
Current Availability: 1 place left, conditional (male twin share)

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The north-west coast of Scotland has long provided inspiration for anyone interested in photographing the natural world. The rugged but beautiful landscape provides a spectacular backdrop for subjects as varied as the capricious conditions for which the region is renowned.

The Isle of Mull typifies inspirational qualities of the Scottish Highlands and is perhaps one of the best single locations to indulge in all aspects of wildlife and landscape photography. Throughout the week of this holiday/photo workshop we will introduce you to varied approaches including portraits, close-ups and abstract work with telephoto, macro and wide-angle lenses. Our favoured locations on Mull include meadows flushed with orchids and other flowers, ancient oak woodlands with gnarled trunks encrusted with lichens and moss, spectacular seashores and impressive waterfalls.

Perhaps the tour highlight is a trip to offshore islands where spectacular breeding colonies of Puffins, Razorbills, Guillemotsand other seabirds can be photographed at very close quarters and without restrictions (unlike many other UK sites). We exclusively charter a boat to take us to the best seabird colonies for the maximum amount of time and make the most of the photographic situations that exist.

Mull is one of the best places in the UK to see impressive White-tailed Sea Eagles. During a session on a specially chartered boat we will hopefully see and potentially photograph these majestic birds as they take fish from the water’s surface (baited). And further you may add to this the possibility of seeing other shy and elusive creatures like Otters, Peregrine Falcons and Golden Eagles during the course of the trip.

Our base for the week is the beautiful Glengorm Estate on the north-west coast. Here, in the grounds of majestic Glengorm Castle we have the use of delightful estate cottages set amidst woodlands and adjacent to the hills and coast. Deer and other wildlife are regular users of the woods and meadows around the estate.

Photographic Highlights

·     Close-ups of Puffins and other sea birds

·     Potential for White-tailed Sea Eagles fishing

·     Rare flowers and other plants with varied macro possibilities

·     Atmospheric landscapes

 



Scotland: Mull & Treshnish Isles 
7th - 14th June 2014
Now open for bookings!

 1 Day Courses - from £200

Prices for all one day courses are £200 per day for one person (+£100 per additional person) excluding travel. If you would like me to design a day's tuition tailored to your requirments then please don't hesitate to contact me.

As an alternative I also offer online tuition and mentoring, ideal if you want to get feedback on your photography or live outside of the UK. Please enquire for details.

  

Beginner's Course in Digital SLR Photography

One-to-one rate £200 >>booking / request details

  • Starting from the very beginning, I will guide you through everything you need to know to become a confident digital SLR user.

  • Learn the benefits of shooting 'RAW'.

  • I can visit you or you can come to the Peak District, Derbyshire where I am based. Please contact me for more information.


Alex Hyde photography tuition workshop

Peak District Landscape Workshop

One-to-one rate £200 >>booking / request details

  • Join me for a day out in the fabulous Peak District, surely one of the most inspirational photographic locations in the UK!

  • During my years working as a photographer in the Peak District, I have built up a detailed knowledge of where to go for great photography at different times of the year. We can get off the beaten track and discover some of the Peak's hidden gems!

  • In addition to developing your compositional skills, we will cover all techical aspects of DSLR photography from use of filters to getting the most out of RAW.

  • Learn to shoot images to stitch together into a panorama (like the image below) and how to produce exposure composite images.

  • If you are local to the Peak District, the session can include a 1/2 day of computer training on Adobe Lightroom and/or Photoshop at your home - the perfect way to complete the picture.


>>Click to see my Peak District landscape gallery...

Alex Hyde landscape photography tuition

Macro Photography Workshop - home visit

One-to-one rate £200 >>booking / request details

  • Starring the travelling invertebrate zoo! You might have noticed that I have a soft spot for insects and spiders. I will bring a range of exciting subjects to photograph, including a praying mantis or two. Your own props are also welcome, there is always plenty to photograph in the garden.

  • I will also bring my photographic equipment for you to use, should you not own everything we need.

  • You will learn about using flash to light insects and other critters, allowing you to freeze the action, control your depth of field and unleash your creativity.

  • Learn how to use focus stacking to extend your depth of field beyond what's possible in a single image.

  • Requires an existing basic knowledge of digital SLR photography (though not flash). Please contact me for more information.

  • This course operates as a home visit.


 >>Click to see my invertebrate gallery...


Alex Hyde macro photography tuition workshop 

Adobe Lightroom - home visit

One-to-one rate £200 >>booking / request details

  • Lightroom is an excellent option for both organising and processing your photographs. I use Lightroom on a daily basis.

  • You will be provided with a clear and comprehensive set of digital notes that I have written.

  • Learn to get the most out shooting RAW.

  • Structure your photo library and learn how to use keywords to make sure you never lose track of an image again.

  • This course operates as a home visit and requires you to have Adobe Lightroom installed on your computer.

 
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Adobe Photoshop - home visit


One-to-one rate £200 >>booking / request details

  • From stitching panoramas, producing exposure composite images, to cloning out blemishes and distractions, Photoshop has much to offer.
  • You will be provided with a clear and comprehensive set of digital notes that I have written.
  • This course operates as a home visit and requires you to have Adobe Photoshop installed on your computer.

Alex Hyde insect photography tuition workshop 

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