Smartphone Photo & Video Training Sessions with the Little Gaddesden VPA

iPhone and Android phone Training Sessions for the photography entrants at the Little Gaddesden VPA Winter show 2024.  The 23rd March 2024 from 930 am.

These short training sessions are perfectly designed to show you how to get the most out your phone improving your photography and videography.

Bring along an iPhone or Android phone and we will configure the settings to get the most from it.  Show you a few tips and tricks, then walk around Little Gaddesden perfecting your skills and improving your photography. This is free and only available if you entered a photo into the Winter Show 2024.

For VPA members only and for those who entered in to the photography competition.  There will be 6 per group and on a first come first serve basis.

Phone Photography

Effortlessly take photos with your SmartPhone on this beginners phone photography course for both iPhones & Android phones.



This short session with a small group is ideal to get you started using your phone and you'll be amazed with the quality of pictures that you can take.  Learn a handful of uncomplicated techniques to enhance your images, whether for Social Media, Instagram, personal enjoyment or memories.

Explore the art of photography by experimenting with black and white shots, vibrant colours and unleash your creativity to expand your photographic skills.

Master the use of natural lighting, shadows, the flash and even HDR for a comprehensive understanding of your smartphone's camera capabilities. Berkhamsted provides numerous captivating locations to practice your newfound skills, including historic buildings, cobbled back alleys and lively street scenes, elevating the artistry of your photography.

0900  Meet by the hall

0915  Phone Controls

0930  Natural Light

1000  Shapes and Form

1010  People

1040  Editing

1115  End

Phone Videography

Step into the exciting world of phone videography with our Smartphone Video Course – your guide to mastering the art of video creation using just your phone.

Your phone is an amazing tool.  Join us with your iPhone or Android phone to unlock the skills needed for creating captivating videos for your business, events or stories to share on social media and websites.  The practical exercises and filming tips will show you how to plan moves, select lenses and sequence shots for seamless editing.

1120  Meet by the Hall

1130  Video Settings

1140  Video Practise: lenses & angles 

1200  Audio & Sound

1220  Make a Video  

1300  Editing with Capcut

1330  End

Contact me via the form below and state whether you'd like to attend the photo or video session or both, with your VPA number.