Photography
Introduction to Mindful Photography with Rebecca
Location Harrogate Skills for Living Cafe, 63 East Parade, Harrogate, HG1 5LP
Join us for a four-hour fun workshop funded by Better Connect, specifically for participants in the North Yorkshire who are willing to sign up to Step Up or are already engaged in Rise to Thrive programmes. Read on to find out how to sign up.
SLOW DOWN AND NOTICE YOUR SENSES
Join Rebecca as she supports you to explore the principles of mindful photography.
What else will we do?
We will use simple video capture and photography on mobile phones.
We will introduce an exciting storytelling project.
We will listen to the sounds around us and consider how well we do actually listen
Who is this course for? This course is designed for individuals living in North Yorkshire who are currently unemployed or feel they could benefit from upskilling in areas such as maths, literacy, or IT.
What you'll need to participate: -
- A camera or smartphone with plenty of battery life and storage space (please bring your charger).
- A small lunch (no nuts) — light snacks and warm drinks will be provided from the Cafe.
- A willingness to complete a short reflective photography exercise after the session.
What you'll gain: - A deeper understanding of yourself through guided exploration.
- A connection to your immediate environment.
- Increased confidence in working within a small group.
- Improved skills in IT and navigating the internet.
- Support from an experienced and qualified coach in therapeutic photography, along with a small group of peers.
- Strategies to manage stress, build confidence, and enhance visual awareness.
If you're interested in learning more or would like to sign up for other Mindful Photography UK courses, please visit our website: www.mindfulphotography.org.uk. To read more about the Step Up programme and other projects, click here: STEPUP - Better Connect. If you would like to access this course but do not reside in North Yorkshire or do not qualify for Rise to Thrive, please email rebecca@mindfulphotography.org.uk. We run courses nationally. We look forward to welcoming you to this creative and supportive space!
Added extra:
This spring we will be feeding into a project called Ways of Listening, a partnership between The Evelyn Glennie Foundation and Cities and Memory: https://www.evelynglennie.foundation/stories/ways-of-listening-a-global-creative-project-with-cities-and-memory/ this is an optional opportunity with no pressure to submit images, text or video content.
