Join our FUJIFILM Product Specialist, Linda Koolen, on an insightful photo walk around Oxford.
Location: Oxford
Meeting Point: Art Cafe, Bonn Square (opposite Westgate shopping centre)
What can you expect from the Oxford Photowalk?
This photo walk is aimed at photography beginners and enthusiasts, though those who want to test out the range of equipment or enjoy a day out with our photography community are more than welcome!
With a lot of freedom to work at your own pace, Linda will help you navigate your way around and help you produce great images. There is less focus on in-depth tuition and genre theory, however, you do have the opportunity to talk directly to Linda who will be able to answer your specific photography queries.
Embark on a photographic journey through Oxford, capturing the essence of its historic charm. Starting at Art Cafe, we’ll weave through iconic sites like the towering Carfax Tower and the serene St. Mary Magdalen. Broad Street’s architectural wonders await, leading to the majestic Bodleian Library and the striking Radcliffe Camera. Between shots, enjoy a delightful lunch, immersing yourself in the city’s vibrant energy before arriving back at our starting point.
Itinerary
Note: Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time.
11:00 – Meet at Art Cafe, Bonn Square (opposite Westgate shopping centre)
11:30 – Location One: Carfax Tower
12:00 – Location Two: St. Mary Magdalen
12:30 – Location Three: Broad Street
13:00-13:45 – Lunch
13:45 – Location Four: Bodleian Library
14:15 – Location Five: Radcliffe Camera
15:00 – Finish heading back to Art Cafe via High Street
What will you learn?
After an initial refresh on basic camera settings, Linda will move on to explain valuable exposure techniques — including exposure settings, composition, and how to manipulate the highlights and shadows.
These will include tips for street photography, black and white photography, composition, and how to anticipate a compelling story to freeze the moment in time.
As ever, light and exposure are crucial, so they will receive due time and attention as the day progresses. You’ll receive different photo briefs throughout the day to help you experiment with camera settings and photographic techniques.
What kit do you need?
You’re welcome to bring your own set-up, although a selection of the latest FUJIFILM cameras and lenses will be available on the day. Photographers travelling lighter are also welcome to borrow 3LeggedThing tripods and Kase filters.
Please do contact us on [email protected] or call us on 0203 486 4610 if there is anything you want to try. We will try our very best to accommodate you.
As the UK weather is so unpredictable, be sure to pack weather-appropriate clothing, wear comfortable shoes, and take a bottle of water and snacks to keep you going. Though we will have a designated break time to rest, catch up and reset, there will be a lot of walking and time spent outside.
About Linda Koolen
After studying photography in the Netherlands Linda Koolen packed her bags and moved to London. Inspiration for her photography comes from everyday life and the people surrounding her in this vibrant city. However, she also travels into nature whenever she gets a chance.
In her free time, she mostly enjoys street and landscape photography, but she has a never-ending curiosity for everything photography-related. Her passion for sharing her knowledge with others has resulted in her joining the Fujifilm family and she can’t wait for you to join along the way!
Activity & mobility requirements
This photo walk around Oxford is suited for photographers with a moderate activity level. All locations are only a short walk from Oxford City Centre, however, there are some areas that might not be fully wheelchair accessible.
First aid
Your photo walk leaders are fully First Aid Trained for outdoor activities and will always carry a full Outdoors First Aid kit.
Additional information
Tickets do not include any expenses, train fares, meals, taxi fares, parking charges, etc unless otherwise stated. Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time.
Terms & Conditions
Once you have purchased a ticket, your place on the day will be reserved. If circumstances change and you need to cancel your place, please let us know 10 working days before the event and we will be happy to issue you a refund in full. Places cancelled after this time are non-refundable. You need to be at least 18 years of age in order to take part in this event and a disclaimer form will need to be completed on the day in order to take part in the day’s activity. In case of emergency on the day, please email [email protected].