Wild Things Up Close, A Macro Photography Experience

Get hands-on with macro photography, explore incredible animal details and learn from OM System specialist Richard at Histon FC. Discover a whole new world of photography by getting closer than ever before! Join us at Histon Football Club for a hands-on macro photography experience, hosted by OM System specialist Richard, with a fascinating collection of animals providing the opportunity to explore the incredible detail of the natural world. From intricate scales and striking patterns to tiny details you might never normally notice, this is your chance to experiment with macro photography, develop your camera skills and capture something a little different. Whether you're completely new to macro or looking to take your close-up photography further, there's plenty to discover. 📸 What You'll Learn • How to get started with macro photography • Understanding focus, depth of field and working distances • Camera settings for capturing intricate detail • How to make the most of available light • Composition techniques for creating striking close-up images • Getting the best from your camera and macro equipment 🐍 Meet Your Subjects We'll have a fascinating selection of animals available to photograph, offering a variety of textures, patterns, colours and details to explore. Potential subjects include: • Royal python • Brazilian rainbow boa constrictor • Milk snake • Bearded dragon • Blue-tongued skink • Gecko • Tegu • Madagascar hissing cockroach • Curly-haired tarantula Please note: The animals listed are indicative of those we hope to have available on the day. As their welfare is our priority, individual animals may not be able to attend due to health or other welfare considerations. Specific animals cannot be guaranteed. ⏰ Choose Your Session We'll be running two sessions across the day: • Morning session: 11:00am – 12:45pm • Early afternoon session: 1:00pm – 2:45pm Spaces are limited to ensure everyone has a worthwhile hands-on experience. 🎟️ BOOK YOUR MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION NOW 📷 Get Hands-On with Industry Gear We're also excited to welcome leading photography brands to the event, giving you the opportunity to try out equipment, explore the latest gear and take advantage of exclusive offers available on the day. More brand announcements coming soon… 🦅 Fancy Something a Little Faster? If macro photography isn't quite enough excitement, we're also hosting a Birds of Prey Photography Experience on the same day! Join local wildlife photographer Bill Lawton and Raptor Falconry for an action-packed opportunity to photograph some of the world's fastest birds. From dramatic close-ups to fast-moving flight shots, learn how to capture wildlife in motion and put your camera skills to the test. 🎟️ BOOK YOUR BIRDS OF PREY PHOTOGRAPHY TICKET HERE 🎄 A Day of Photography, Learning and Discovery Whether you're fascinated by the tiny details of macro photography or the challenge of capturing birds in flight, there's something for every wildlife photography enthusiast. Bring your camera, get hands-on, try something new and enjoy a fantastic day of photography with the Campkins community.