Advanced Macro with Tony North

This is a series which follows on from Tony's incredibly successful Macro Fundamentals (available below) and takes macro even further! You don't need to have watched the previous series to enjoy this - but I know many people will have done and have been eagerly awaiting this!

www.camversation.co.uk

THIS PRODUCT PROVIDES ACCESS TO THE RECORDED SERIES FOR FOUR WEEKS - YOU ARE NOT ABLE TO DOWNLOAD. Macro Fundamentals Unlock the secrets of macro photography with Tony North in this comprehensive LEARN series! Designed for beginners and intermediate photographers, but will also include elements advanced photographers may enjoy. Dive deep into the world of close-up photography and learn how to capture stunning details that are often overlooked (or not easily perceived) by the naked eye. This LEARN series will guide you through the essential techniques, equipment, and creative approaches needed to increase your confidence in macro photography.What you'll LEARN:The basics of macro photography and its applications,Choosing the right equipment and understanding its use,Fieldcraft, such as understanding locations, weather effects and subject behaviour in order to get the best shots Techniques for achieving sharp focus and optimal exposure,Creative composition tips to make your macro shots stand out,Post-processing techniques to enhance your images. As part of this LEARN series, you'll have:Instruction from Tony North, a renowned macro photographer.Flexible viewing options - all of the sessions will be recorded live, so you can watch them at your leisure. Whether you're looking to enhance your existing photography skills or explore a new genre, this series will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration to take your macro photography to the next level. It will also be jolly good fun!

Building on the Macro Fundamentals from our previous winter series, this trio of advanced presentations delves deeper into specialized techniques.

Session 1 Wednesday 9th July 2025: Elevating the Subject and Perch. We will explore methods to enhance your primary subject and its setting, incorporating techniques such as water droplet application, diverse lighting strategies, and more imaginative compositions.

Part 2 Wednesday 23rd July 2025: Mastering Backgrounds, Foregrounds, and Artistic Processing. This session examines the artistic manipulation of backgrounds and foregrounds, focusing on creative bokeh and advanced post-processing techniques.

Part 3 Wednesday 6th August 2025: Interactive Feedback and Image Processing Demonstrations. The series concludes with a practical workshop offering personalized feedback and live demonstrations of processing techniques on images submitted by participants.

Please submit your images via the Camversation portal by August 5th. Information on this will be sent to participants.

These sessions will begin at 7pm (UK time). Click here for a useful link on how to work out what time this may be in your part of the world: https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/?pl=1&lid=8,14,2643743,5,6,2063523&h=8&hf=1

About Tony:

Tony North is a distinguished photographer based in Manchester, England, renowned for his captivating work in macro and landscape photography. With a profound appreciation for the natural world, Tony masterfully reveals the intricate beauty of often-overlooked subjects, from the delicate structures of insects, flowers, and fungi to the expansive grandeur of rural, coastal, and urban landscapes. His portfolio is further distinguished by a specialisation in astrophotography, skillfully capturing celestial wonders.

Relatively new to the professional photography scene, having dedicated himself to serious photography in 2016 and macro work in 2017, Tony has rapidly achieved significant acclaim. His artistic vision is not merely to document, but to create works of art that evoke aesthetic pleasure, prioritising artistic impact alongside technical excellence. This philosophy is informed by his background as a trained psychologist and teacher, bringing a unique depth to his observational skills and his ability to connect with his audience.

Tony's dedication and talent have been recognised with numerous prestigious awards. He was notably named the Overall Winner of the International Garden Photographer of the Year in 2023. His accolades also include Overall Winner of N-Photo Photographer of the Year in 2022, and securing 2nd place overall in the Amateur Photographer of the Year in 2020. Further testament to his skill, he holds the DPAGB (Distinction from the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain) and BPE4* (British Photographic Exhibitions) awards, alongside an impressive collection of medals and commendations from various national and international competitions, including the Bug Photographer of the Year and ND Awards.

A passionate advocate for his craft, Tony is committed to sharing his knowledge and inspiring fellow photographers. He conducts a variety of workshops, including urban photography sessions in Manchester and London, and offers an 8-part online macro photography course. He is also a sought-after speaker, delivering talks on macro photography, landscapes, flora and fauna, abstract photography, and the biology of the eye. Tony is an active member of the South Manchester Camera Club, where he leads a group specialising in macro and landscape photography, and is a member of Butterfly Conservation, reflecting his particular fondness for photographing butterflies and damselflies.

Driven by a continuous pursuit of excellence, Tony is currently working on a book focused on macro photography, promising to further contribute to the field he is so passionate about. His work continues to be celebrated in exhibitions and he remains an influential voice in contemporary nature photography. We love him on Camversation!

Watch Tony's podcast, where we chatted about his favourite images here:

As part of this LEARN series, you'll have:

Instruction from Tony, who is possibly one of the best known photographers in the UK Photographic Club community.

Interactive opportunities for you to share your own work and look at others who are part of the series.

Flexible viewing options - the sessions will be recorded live, so you can watch them at your leisure.

A single purchase covers all sessions. These will be available for three months following the final session.