Photography for Beginners Workshop

26th Mar 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Discover photography from the ground up with a friendly, beginner-focused workshop at Ilkley Manor House, delivered in partnership with photoILKLEY — Ilkley’s first photography festival.

Led by photoILKLEY’s Founder and Artistic Director, Andreea Chitan will lead these hands-on sessions to help you build confidence with your camera (or even your phone), understand the basics of exposure, composition and light, and start creating stronger images that tell a story.

Andreea studied photography at the Royal College of Art (RCA) in London — the world’s most influential postgraduate institution of art and design, with alumni including David Hockney. Expect practical tips, guided exercises, and plenty of time to ask questions and experiment in a supportive environment.

No experience needed — just bring your curiosity (and your camera or phone).

What you’ll learn:
– Camera basics and how to get the most from your equipment
– Understanding exposure, aperture, shutter speed and ISO
– Composition techniques that make images stronger
– Working with natural light
– How to tell stories through photography

Ticket Information
Tickets are £25 and may be purchased online via TicketTailor or in person at the Box Office on weekends when Ilkley Manor House is open.

Find out more:
Andreea Chitan : @Instagram
photoILKLEY: www.photoilkley.com