Where Light Meets Stone: Architecture Photography at Corpus Christi College

Photograph Cambridge’s oldest court at Corpus Christi College in a hands-on architecture workshop focused on light, lines, and storytelling. 📐 Architecture Photography Workshop Corpus Christi College, University of Cambridge Step inside one of Cambridge’s most historic colleges and learn how to photograph architecture with purpose, precision, and creativity. Join us for a rare photography workshop inside Corpus Christi College, founded in 1352 and home to the oldest complete court in Cambridge. With medieval stonework, layered courtyards, classical symmetry, and subtle contrasts of light and shadow, Corpus offers an exceptional setting for architectural photography. This is a hands-on, slow-paced workshop designed to help you see architecture differently — not just record buildings, but tell visual stories through space, structure, and detail. 🏛 Why Corpus Christi College? Corpus Christi College is a living timeline of Cambridge architecture: • Old Court, dating back to the 14th century • Rich Gothic and medieval textures, stonework, and windows • Strong symmetry, leading lines, and repeating patterns • Constantly changing light and shadow across courtyards • A college founded by townspeople — unique in Cambridge’s history It’s a dream location for photographers who enjoy composition, history, and quiet observation. 📸 What You’ll Learn During the workshop, we’ll explore: • How to see architecture photographically, not just document it • Using symmetry, framing, lines, and negative space • Working with natural light and shadow in historic spaces • Managing perspective and avoiding distortion • Capturing both grand structures and subtle details • Building a visual story through architectural images These skills are transferable to travel, interiors, urban photography, and personal projects. 🧠 Who Is This For? • Photographers of all levels • Anyone curious about architecture, history, and design • Those wanting to improve composition and visual awareness • DSLR, mirrorless, compact cameras all welcome No prior architecture photography experience needed — just curiosity and a camera. 📍 Location Corpus Christi College University of Cambridge Please Meet @ Campkins Cameras. 🎟 Why Join? This is more than a photography workshop — it’s a chance to slow down, explore a historically rich space, and leave with: • Stronger compositional confidence • A deeper understanding of architectural storytelling • A fresh way of seeing familiar surroundings ⚠️ Spaces are limited due to the historic nature of the venue. Early booking is strongly recommended.