By the end of the workshop, you'll work toward creating a cohesive five-image black-and-white photographic series titled: "The Unseen Portsmouth: Five Stories Without Color."

• The Shadow: Use darkness as an intentional part of the composition.
• The Geometry: Discover the visual power of lines, shapes, and repetition.
• The Human Moment: Capture an authentic gesture, expression, or interaction.
• The Detail: Reveal character and history through texture and tonal contrast.
• The Story: Create one photograph that invites viewers to imagine what happened before or after the shutter clicked.

The challenge isn't to create five beautiful photographs. It's to create five photographs that communicate something meaningful without relying on color.

You Will Need To Bring:

• A DSLR, mirrorless camera, or smartphone with black-and-white preview capability.
• A versatile lens, ideally 24–70mm equivalent, or a 35mm or 50mm prime lens.
• Fully charged batteries and available memory.
• Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Curiosity, patience, and a willingness to observe before photographing.

Camera tip: We'll explore using monochrome preview settings while shooting RAW when available, allowing you to visualize black and white in the field while retaining the original color information for post-processing.

This guided walking experience is open to beginner and intermediate photographers and is held outdoors. Participants should be comfortable walking at a brisk pace and standing for periods while shooting. Routes follow sidewalks and public spaces with occasional stretches through parks on uneven grass or dirt pathways. No advanced fitness level is required just curiosity awareness and a willingness to explore with your camera.

This is a guided walking tour that will take us on 2.5 mile photographic adventure.