-A Lisa and Carley Photography retreat
family photography training workshop -4th October 2025
join Carley and a handful of other kindred spirits BEACH family photography Workshop near bournemouth, Dorset UK
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Fancy some hands-on learning, connection, and creativity. Together we’ll shoot at golden hour with styled families and a motherhood model, explore my approach to directing and storytelling, and finish with tools you can use straight away in your own sessions.
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- Photographers confident shooting in manual mode
- Those who want to refine their beach sessions, family posing & client experience
-Anyone ready to build confidence, creativity, and a portfolio that attracts dream clients
Who It’s Suitbale For?
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Stunning Beach location
Live shoot along
POST SHOOT EDiting video
You'll have the opportunity to shoot alongside me during a fully styled shoot with a two parents family and a motherhood model. With a maximum of 5 attendees there will be plenty opportunity to build your portfolio.
A few days after the workshop you'll receive a pre-recorded editing video. I'll share my editing tips and demonstrate how I enhance photos to achieve their full potential. You'll also be able to purchase my presets with 30% off.
Tickets include a 1-hour pre-shoot meet up, walk and talk ,location scout, followed by a 2 hour shoot. Afterwards, can opt join me at a nearby pub for a drink (first one's on me) and an optional bite to eat, where we can chat and unwind together.
AN in-person
Photogrpahy workshop
4th October 2025 2pm-7pm
ONLINE 1-2-1 MENTORING
From Oct through Jan 2026 you'll be able to book in for a personalised 1-2-1 with me to chat about anything you want, editing, marketing, or business plans. There is no topic of limits
£595
POST-Session GET TOgetheR
Straight after the Workshop join me & the other attendees drinks food at a local pub, the perfect way to unwind, unpack the workshop and connect with fellow photographers. The first drink is on me!
over 4 hours of learning
With the in-person shoot-along, pre-location scouting, and online learning, you'll accumulate over 4 hours of training... And that's not even counting the business chats at the pub afterward!
Community building
You'll have the opportunity to build a community with fellow photographers attending the workshop. Share insights, exchange ideas, and foster connections that can enrich your journey in photography.
shoot along with real families
POST SESSION editing VIDEO
Shoot with me as we explore two parent family and a motherhood stories session.
I'll provide guidance for those that want shooting help and help you notice and nail different lighting scenarios and locations.
Within a week receive an editing video to watch in your own time. I'll show you how I edit a few key images from the evening. You'll also get access to 30% off either of my presets if you don't already have them if bought within 30 Days of the workshop.
What's included in my family photography workshop?
1 Hour 1-2-1 Online Mentoring Session
From Nov 2025 through Jan 2026 you'll be able to book in for a personalised 1-2-1 with me to chat about anything you want, editing, marketing, or business plans. There is no topic off limits
“The most amazing workshop, i'm exhausted, but it was so worth it. My confidence has grown in every aspect & i've made so many friends”
—photography_byjemma
Tickets £595
To secure your space with a £95 deposit is due and the balance is due 1 day before the workshop. Full tickets can be split between two £250 payments ( plus deposit) but this must be made before 1-2-1 is booked and within 60 days of the workshop,
Due to the nature of the weather in the UK if heavy rain is forecast the session will be rescheduled to the next dat Sunday 5th October, or if that doesn't work another weekend in October or November 2025. If you can't make it your space will be rolled onto the next mutually convenient workshop.
- Two Family Photography Sessions: A classic two-parent family shoot and an intimate motherhood session.
- Max of 5 Participants: Ensures ample shooting time with no elbowing needed!
- Editing Video: A walkthrough of my editing process using my presets, with a 30% discount on those presets.
- Pre-Session Gathering: A few hours before the shoot to chat equipment, ease nerves, and scout the location together.
- Optional Post Session Dinner and Drinks- After the session those of you who can make it will have the chance to join me for drink / and or a bite to eat, the first drink is on me.
- A One-on-One Mentoring Session: Online session to delve into marketing, editing, and other business aspects, scheduled a month after the workshop.
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What's Included:
Family photography Workshop
“ Truly inspirational, I received so much hands on experience with continued guidance and support throughout and following the workshop. I can't thank them enough ”
— Charlie - Wonderful Things Photography
Who is the photography Workshop for?
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is it located?
Whats the structure of the evenings?
Who are the models and whats the vibe?
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
Answers to all the questions... but if you have anymore and want to chat we are just a message away.
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the photography workshop for?
Answers to all the questions... but if you have anymore and want to chat we are just a message away.
From beginners to seasoned pros' If you can confidently shoot in manual mode and are serious about building your family photography business, gaining confidence, clarity and direction this will benefit you. This is more than a portfolio workshop. More than a business event. It's both and more. There will be a maximum of 5 attendees to ensure everyone gets the help and support they need.
Where is it located?
Whats the structure of the evenings?
Who are the models and whats the vibe?
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to all the questions... but if you have anymore and want to chat we are just a message away.
Who is the photography Workshop for?
Where is it located?
Whats the structure of the evenings?
Who are the models and whats the vibe?
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
I've chosen the most beautiful sandy beach near Bournemouth, Dorset. This is a beach I use 80% of the time for my clients and it's really vertistile as it backs onto a nature reserve.
It's accessible from quite a few major cities by train and motorway and lots of hotels nearby.
They'll be a group call beforehand to get to know other attendees and get a travel buddy where possible
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to all the questions... but if you have anymore and want to chat we are just a message away.
Who is the photography Workshop for?
Where is it located?
Whats the structure of the evenings?
Who are the models and whats the vibe?
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
We'll start by meeting two hours before the workshop for a relaxed coffee, pre-shoot chats, a kit check, and to go over any last-minute questions. About an hour before the shoot, we'll head to the beach for location scouting, where I'll walk you through how I approach my sessions before the clients arrive. This is a great time to talk, ask any questions, and dive into anything you're curious about—I'm all about sharing, no gatekeeping here.
We'll spend roughly two hours shooting with our model families. Afterward, if you're up for it and your not pushed to get home, we'll meet at lovely local bistro pub for a drink or bite to eat. It's a nice spot to catch up unwind and debrief, and everyone can just grab whatever they'd like, no pressure. The first drink will be on me.
Within a week after the workshop, you'll receive a video where I walk through the editing of a few key images from the evening, showing you how I enhance them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to all the questions... but if you have anymore and want to chat we are just a message away.
Who is the photography Workshop for?
Where is it located?
Whats the structure of the evenings?
Who are the models and whats the vibe?
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
We'll have one full family (e.g., at least two parents and two children) and a smaller family, which will either be a maternity couple or a motherhood session (e.g., a mum with 1-2 children). The ages and appearance of the families will be thoughtfully chosen to provide a diverse range of image possibilities.
The styling will depend on the weather, however the plan is for a relaxed cosy family vibe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to all the questions... but if you have anymore and want to chat we are just a message away.
Who is the photography Workshop for?
Where is it located?
Whats the structure of the evenings?
Who are the models and whats the vibe?
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
Who is the photography Workshop for?
Where is it located?
Whats the structure of the evenings?
Who are the models and whats the vibe?
Will everyone know everyone or be more or less experienced?
Not at all. Previous workshops have brought together newbies and seasoned pros' This is about building relationships, knowledge sharing, creating, reflecting and learning from not only us but one another. Sure I've been in this industry a long time and have lots to give, but some of the most validating and valuable takeaways are sparked from the discussions bringing together family photographers from different backgrounds and skill sets. You'll leave feeling confident and with new supportive relationships built.
FAMILY Photogrpahy workshop LOCATION
MORE THAN A JUST A FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP?
WHAT INCLUDED WITH MY in person family photography training?
The shootout will take place on a beautiful beach near Bournemouth, Dorset, UK, It's a breathtaking setting with picturesque sand dunes lining the shoreline and panoramic views of the sunset, it provides an idyllic backdrop for honing your photography skills. Capture the natural beauty of the coast and learn to create memorable family portraits alongside me.
It will include practical intimate group learning for up to 5 attendees,
This isn't just a styled shoot, it's an immersive learning experience. You'll discover how to curate varied galleries, use un-posing prompts, and create joyful, emotive photography that truly sells.
Watch as I work with a real-life families with children, and a additional motherhood session, to create some of my signature outdoor sunset beach family images. You'll observe my shooting process, how I interact with clients, and even have the chance to direct the model families yourself.
I'll be there to assist, ensuring you all the way through, showing you how to capture saleable shots and build great portfolio content
You'll have plenty of time to connect, chat, and ask questions both before and after the practical shoot. During our sessions, you'll be able to dive deeper into the process, and you're also invited to join me afterwards from 7:00pm at a local pub for a relaxed drink/ meal ( no pressure to join though, but the first drink is on me), where we can continue the conversation and Q&A in a more informal setting.
But don’t worry if you can’t make it—I’ve got you covered with a 1-hour, 1-on-1 online mentoring session (valued at £250! with my full ticket option.
Yep, that’s right—your very own online session to focus on whatever you need, whether it's a website audit, gallery review, editing, marketing, or workflow, tailored just for you. This post-workshop connection will really help you hone in on the specifics of where to focus to grow your art and business!