We're often being asked about fine art photography workshops and until recently we've had to recommend international workshops which doesn't always suit some photographers needs. If you want to stay close to home, only attend a one-day workshop but still learn from the experts, we have the workshop for you. The Illuminated Masterclass in Fine Art Photography and Styling is a brand new UK fine art styling and photography workshop with a focus on shooting beautiful and inspiring images for your portfolio, whilst gaining valuable hands on experience, rather than class based learning. Including a fully styled wedding photo shoot and portrait sessions, within the grounds and buildings of one of the UK's most prestigious venues Barnsley House, a fabulous boutique hotel set within the heart of the Cotswolds. And a Wedding Sparrow reader will win a free place!

This workshop will be hosted by international photographer Ashlee Taylor who has worked professionally across the UK, Europe and North America. She has also been featured worldwide in the prestigious wedding blog Style Me Pretty and more niche blogs such as Belle Lumiere, she is also a vendor for Once Wed. She started shooting film over 10 years ago and even though having a brief break to shoot digital for a few years has now combined both mediums photography which lends its self to shoot weddings within the UK.

She will be combining her knowledge along with Jessie Thomson ( Jessie Thomson Wedding and Events) and Holly Rattray ( Belle and Beau Photography). Jessie is a UK renowned Wedding Planner who has a passion for sharing her invaluable industry knowledge, she has been featured world wide and been involved in some of the UK's most exclusive wedding projects. Holly runs the UK's most popular Fine Art Wedding Photography business and has been featured internationally and also holds prestigious vendor badges to Style Me Pretty and Once Wed.

This is the perfect opportunity to add visually stunning fine art imagery to your portfolio, which will help to attract the more discerning bride planning a wedding based on a strong aesthetic. We will include guidance on photographing wedding details and couples using medium format film, also touching on how to use natural light and thoughtful composition to your advantage.

In addition to a meet and greet welcome brunch, afternoon tea and post-workshop one to one Q&A time, this creative master class will feature two styled portrait shoots (engagement and wedding) as well as a beautifully styled tablescape, with an expert florist, make up and hair stylist on hand throughout. Topics covered will include:

- What makes a good image and how to compose them

- Finding your personal style

- Using natural light

- How to pose a couple

- Making a photo shoot your own and being in control of the day (acting as art director).

- How to ensure you capture all of the little details

- Tips, tools & tricks to use at real weddings

- Getting styled shoots and real weddings featured

This one day photography and styling experience will join together some of the UK's most respected professionals - including wedding planner and designer Jessie Thomson ( Jessie Thomson Weddings & Events), and fine art photographers Ashlee Taylor ( Taylor Barnes Photography) and Holly Rattray ( Belle and Beau Photography). All of whom have been featured on some of the worlds biggest wedding blogs including Style Me Pretty, Once Wed, Wedding Sparrow, Rock My Wedding, Rock n' Roll Bride and Love My Dress, amongst others.

Collectively they boast particular skills in natural light photography, elegant styling and how to attract the 'fine art' bride. Each of them will be able to offer personal tips and advice, bringing together expertise in their respected fields with their accumulative knowledge of the wedding industry. Each attendee will leave with a new lease of creativity and feel ready to break into the world of fine art photography, styling and creative direction.

This course will in be an invaluable experience to help launch your new fine art photography business or enrich your already established portfolio. Each attendee will leave with a fabulous goodie bag, notes on the day, and exclusive offers from our AMAZING sponsors including award winning fine art wedding blog Wedding Sparrow (that's us!), the worlds number one film lab Richard Photo Lab, and artisan wedding album supplier Blanche Prints.

The one day course is worth £495 so if you'd like to win your place just head on over to our Facebook page here and comment on and share this post for a chance to win! One entry per person and the competition ends on Friday 14th March 2014. The winner will be notified on our Facebook page.

Good luck!

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