Question 1

What’s the quickest way to book a course?

Accepted Answer

You can book through the course links on the website, then choose a date and complete secure online payment. Card and PayPal are both accepted. If you’re unsure which course is right for you, get in touch first and you’ll get a bit of help before booking.

Question 2

Not sure which course is right for you?

Accepted Answer

No problem — send me a message with what you want to learn, your current level and any questions you already have. If you can, include a phone number too. That way you can choose a course that suits you properly, rather than guessing and hoping for the best.

Question 3

How can I get more information on a Course?

Accepted Answer

The best way to get more information for instance if you are not sure which course would best suit you or at what skill level you are at is to use the contact form to get hold of me directly. Leave me a phone number and we can make sure the course meets all your needs.

Question 4

Where do you run your One to One Courses?

Accepted Answer

I am generally pretty flexible about where I run my courses. This is usually based on where the client lives or if they have any particular preference. I cover all the counties around Nottinghamshire (Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Staffordshire and Yorkshire). I will always discuss with my clients before hand to get the best location to achieve the best results.

Question 5

What times do your courses run?

Accepted Answer

Although the scheduling system on the website gives fixed times for my courses they are in fact extremely flexible. As photographers we know that great light is often dawn and dusk, and as this occurs at different times throughout the year then start and finishes reflect this. I also take into consideration the wishes of the client. As an example if a client has a long journey to get to the location we have decided on and the course is in June they might rather decide to catch the evening light rather than being up at 2am to get to the site for sunrise.

Question 6

Will your chosen location have toilets or a café?

Accepted Answer

Some locations do, and some are much more basic. You’ll be told what to expect before the day, so there are no surprises. If facilities matter to you, mention it early and the location can be chosen with that in mind. I also carry water and coffee with me, just in case.

Question 7

Do the sites you use have facilities?

Accepted Answer

Some sites will have a visitors centre with cafe and toilet facilities and other will have very little. Again I discuss possible locations with each client individually before the day. Now is the time I really rely on my clients to let me know what site they would prefer. I also usually carry supplies of water and coffee in my van as well rudimentary toilet facilities for emergencies!

Question 8

What happens if the weather looks bad?

Accepted Answer

I keep in touch with you right up to the day. If the forecast looks properly awful, wet, cold, or unsafe, I’ll usually suggest rescheduling so you get better conditions. A little dramatic weather can be brilliant for photography, but if it’s going to stop you learning and enjoying the session, I’d rather move it. Simple as that.

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