Carol Hartfree
FUJIFILM Product Specialist
Carol Hartfree has been obsessed with photography since her early 20s when she got her first SLR film camera. With a degree in photography, and many years of working as a freelance photographer and trainer, Carol has gained a great deal of technical and creative knowledge.
Carol is known for her kind and gentle approach to her subject matter; her work being described as 'Photography with a light touch'. This way of working extends to her teaching, helping photographers get the most out of their equipment and their creative vision, whatever their skill level or experience.
Beginner/Enthusiast
Medium - this walk has a couple of small hills but there is step-free access throughout. There will be lots of opportunities to take a break from walking, though this may not always be indoors.
24th November 2023
4:00 PM-8:00 PM
Meet at Semi Circular steps, Thomas Steers Way (Near entrance to Liverpool One QPark carpark, John Lewis and Starbucks). What3Words location: ///little.push.trial
Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time.
For enquiries regarding this event, please contact fujifilm_schoolUK@fujifilm.com or the House of Photography store on 0203 486 4610.
Wander round some of the most famous parts of Liverpool and learn to take photos from a different perspective. This walk is great for photographers who are new to the Fujifilm system, are coming back into photography after a break or who just want a gentle photographic walk. With a lot of freedom to work at your own pace, Carol will help you navigate your way around and help you produce great images.
This walk will take in some of the most iconic parts of Liverpool’s world famous Dock area, including the Albert Dock Heritage Area, the Liverpool Museum area, The Beatles statue, the Liver Building and the Three Graces before heading into the city centre Cavern area to capture the buzz and atmosphere of the city centre after dark.
Locations may include but are not limited to:
Albert Dock
Pierhead Promenade
Museum of Liverpool
Liverpool Pierhead
Beatles Statue
Liver Building and the Three Graces
Lord Street
City Centre including Brian Epstein and Eleanor Rigby statues
Mathew Street and Cavern Club area
Liverpool One
You’re welcome to bring your own set-up, although a selection of FUJIFILM X Series products will be available on the day for you to try! We also recommend you wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear, there will be a lot of walking and time spent outside. A limited amount of FUJIFILM cameras and lenses will be available to try along with some 3LeggedThing Tripods.
If you’d prefer to have your own selected equipment, you can arrange a free, 48-hour Try Before You Buy loan in advance.
15:45-16:00 - Meet at Semi Circular steps, Thomas Steers Way (Near entrance to Liverpool One QPark carpark, John Lewis and Starbucks). What3Words location: ///little.push.trial
Introductions and briefing will take place in Starbucks, where photographers will discuss experience and expectations and borrow lenses and kit.
Visit some of the area’s most photogenic locations at a pace comfortable for all. Carol will offer guidance throughout.
The walk is circular and will end with a 'Question & Answer' session back at the start location where any borrowed equipment will also be returned.
For those wishing to stay overnight, there are plenty of hotels in the area. The nearest Car Park is Q-Park Liverpool One, 35 Strand St, Liverpool L1 8LT
After an initial refresh on basic camera settings, Carol will move on to explaining valuable exposure techniques – including exposure settings – composition, and how to manipulate the highlights and shadows. These will include, Long Exposures, Low Light high ISO techniques, tips for street photography and black and white photography.
You’ll also learn about the most photogenic locations in the area and how to create memorable images of them.
Tickets do not include any other expenses, train fares, meals, taxis, parking charges, etc. Unless otherwise stated.
Once you have purchased a ticket, your place on the day will be reserved. If circumstances change and you need to cancel your place, please let us know 10 working days before the event and we will be happy to issue you a refund in full. Places cancelled after this time are non-refundable. You need to be at least 18 years of age to take part in this event and a disclaimer form will need to be completed on the day in order to take part in the day’s activity. In case of emergency on the day, please email fujifilm_schoolUK@fujifilm.com. A copy of the disclaimer form is available HERE.