Advanced Photography Workshops.
What You Learn.
Think of knowledge as a Pyramid. – At its base lies the most fundamental knowledge: understanding our human nature and perception: Visual principles, which explain “How pictures work”. Above that is the artistic knowledge, which explains “How to create pictures that work”. At the top is photography, and then post-production. Each level relies on the one below. – My “Art of Tonal Painting“ workflow – is founded on the simple biological reality that human vision is hard-wired to prioritise tone over colour by the ratio of 20:1 – therefore, the workflow prioritises creating a beautiful black & white image first, then overlaying that tonal foundation with colour information to create a colour photograph.
The workshops are delivered in four modules, with each module unfolding in small steps, and each step has a logical, explainable reason. Add the four modules together to gain the entire workflow for creating professional travel and outdoor photography with “Artistic Vision & Style”. This holistic, methodical approach and slow logical progression means that no knowledge gaps are left, which will cause your photographs to fail. The workshops are designed for the busy enthusiast with limited time, providing a short, comprehensive education in photography, from the initial idea to the final print. The workshop focuses only on picture-making, not superficial “tips, tricks, or presets”, camera settings or gear.
Module 1: First, A Portfolio Critique. – Identify Your Weaknesses.
The first step is to identify your weaknesses. Establish which qualities are poor or missing in your pictures, understand why they’re important, and why they will improve your pictures. To do this, we cover visual literacy: the fundamental principles of good photography, then compare each principle to your images so you can self-diagnose the issues yourself and avoid repeating those mistakes in the future. – Improving your photography begins by identifying your core strengths and weaknesses first; understanding the visual problems and their solutions first.
Module 2: The Critical Subject. – How To Create Storytelling Images.
The majority of photography tutors and workshops found online and on social media do not understand photography – because they teach it without having been working photographers. Photography is visual problem solving: How to turn what you see into a visual story that evokes an emotional response in the viewer. The priority is understanding the picture and the viewer; the critical subjects nobody teaches. We cover the critical issue of: How to “Stop, Captivate and Reward” the viewer by creating images that are “Visually Efficient and Mentally Stimulating”.
Module 3: Practical Photography. – Capture Quality Raw Files.
People are hard-wired to prefer the “New, Novel or Different”, not generic: “What we predict to see, or have seen before”. We cover how to visualise a subject after applying an artistic transformation to create your distinctive “Artistic Vision & Style”, and how to use the camera to capture perfect raw files for technical perfection and aesthetic quality. How to research and plan images when time is limited, or conditions aren’t perfect. Cameras are viewed as tools for recording “Photoshop Assets” to create beautiful images once back home after travelling.
Module 4: Artistic Photoshop. – Create Artistic Photographs.
The Photoshop workflow follows three phases: compositing, technical perfection, and artistic transformation. After compositing, we create a stunning black & white image and master the “Art of Tonal-Painting” technique that creates the “Rembrandt Light”. Then we concentrate on the colour overlay. The goal is to enhance the 3D form and spatial distance for realism, and enhance the light, mood, drama, and atmosphere to create a photograph that tells a story and evokes an emotional response. – To create beautiful, unique artistic statements you’re proud of.
One-To-One Workshops. – Two Options.
Includes one full year of free follow‑up support.
Learn In-Person. £3,950
Personal one-to-one workshops anywhere in Europe with more emphasis on practical photography and applying the entire workflow to real subjects.
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How To Book Your Workshop.
First, Book a Free Video Call (No commitment required).
An obligation-free call allows us to ensure the workshop is suited to your needs and ambitions. – We can review your photos and answer any questions you have. Terms & Conditions are at the end of this page.
Terms, Conditions & Guarantee.
Forty Years of Professional Experience.
Why risk your time and money on inexperienced tutors when you can train with a professional who has over 40 years of proven experience and a decade of proven results, plus a British sense of humour? I limit my practice to a small number of private clients by choice. As these are exclusive one-to-one experiences, intake is strictly limited. – My only goal is to transform a few dedicated and passionate photographers, rather than simply ‘teaching’ groups in an impersonal way.
My Personal Guarantee to You:
Every photographer I’ve ever taught has improved. You will, too. – If you don’t see real improvement, I’ll keep working with you at no extra cost until you do. – Every full workshop includes one year of free follow-up advice. – Sound fair?
The Terms & Conditions.
Terms and Conditions for David Osborn Photography Mentorship
Booking a workshop (online or in-person) confirms your full acceptance of the terms and conditions outlined below. Your payment of any invoice constitutes full agreement.1. Reservation and Payment
- Reservation Fee: A £500 Reservation Fee is required at booking to secure your exclusive one-to-one slot. This fee is non-refundable, reflecting the immediate allocation of time from the strictly limited 20 annual reservations.
- Balance Due: The remaining balance must be paid in full no later than 30 days before the scheduled workshop start date.
- Late Booking: For reservations made within 30 days of the start date, full payment is required immediately at the time of booking.
- Payment Failure: If full payment is not received and cleared by the deadline, your reservation slot may be cancelled, and your Reservation Fee will be immediately forfeited.
- Payment Method: Payments are processed exclusively via the secure Mastercard Online Payments link provided.
2. Client Cancellation and Refund Policy
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email. The following policies apply due to the exclusive, one-to-one nature of the service:
- Non-Refundable Fee: The initial £500 Reservation Fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.
- Full Forfeiture (30 Days or Less): Due to the exclusive, reserved nature of 1:1 tuition, all payments made will be converted into a Tuition Credit, to be used within 12 months. This credit can be used against any future tuition, ensuring you retain the full value of your investment.
- Balance Refund (More than 30 Days): If you cancel more than 30 days prior to the start date, you will receive a refund of the balance paid, minus the non-refundable £500 Reservation Fee.
- Cancellation Insurance: Clients are strongly and formally advised to secure comprehensive travel insurance that includes cancellation coverage to protect against forfeiture due to unforeseen personal circumstances.
3. Cancellation by David Osborn
David Osborn reserves the right to cancel or postpone any workshop only due to illness, injury, or insufficient bookings.
- Refund: A full refund of all payments made (including the Reservation Fee) will be issued immediately.
- Exclusion of Liability: Clients are required to secure comprehensive travel and cancellation insurance to protect against non-tuition expenses (such as flights and accommodation). David Osborn is not liable for any additional client expenses outside of the tuition fee.
4. Unforeseen Circumstances (Force Majeure)
David Osborn is not liable for failure to deliver services due to events beyond reasonable control, including: natural disasters, government restrictions, pandemic outbreaks, strikes, or major travel disruptions. Refunds or rescheduling will be offered at discretion, depending on costs already incurred.
5. Client Responsibility for In-Person Workshop Expenses
For all in-person workshops, the client is responsible for all non-tuition costs to ensure the bespoke nature of the experience:
- The client is responsible for all costs related to David Osborn’s travel and accommodation, including car hire if required.
- The client pays the cost of the holiday cottage for in-person workshops within the UK.
- The client will be the designated driver if the workshop is conducted outside of the UK.
- Any workshop costs paid upfront by David Osborn must be reimbursed by the client at cost.
- David Osborn is responsible only for his own personal meals and non-workshop expenses.
6. Insurance, Liability, and Safety
Participation in the mentorship is entirely at your own risk.
- Mandatory Insurance: It is your responsibility to obtain and maintain appropriate travel, medical, and cancellation insurance. Insurance must provide adequate protection for personal belongings and photography equipment.
- Liability Exclusion: David Osborn accepts no liability for injury, illness, loss, or damage to personal property or equipment incurred during the workshop.
- Safety Compliance: You are responsible for following all safety guidelines. David Osborn reserves the right to remove any participant who is disruptive, unsafe, or non-compliant, with no refund issued.
7. Online Session Guarantee and No-Show Policy
- Technical Guarantee: If technical issues on David Osborn’s end prevent an online session from being delivered, the session will be rescheduled immediately at no additional cost.
- No-Show Policy: If you fail to attend a booked session without prior written notice, no refund or credit will be issued. Late arrivals will not receive any extension or compensation.
8. Intellectual Property Rights and License
- Retention of IP: David Osborn retains full copyright and intellectual property rights over the knowledge, materials, workshop notes, and recordings.
- Personal Use License: The knowledge and materials are licensed to you for personal use only. They must not be used for commercial purposes or shared with any third party (including teaching, social media, or YouTube).
- Recordings: All online workshops are recorded at David Osborn’s discretion. Recording may be stopped if there is concern about misuse, without affecting the delivery of the content.
- Prohibition: Any unauthorised reproduction or distribution of the materials is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
9. Jurisdiction and Governing Law
- The laws of England and Wales govern these terms and conditions.
- Any disputes arising shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
10. Contact and Communication
For any cancellation, rescheduling requests, or to discuss these terms, please contact David Osborn via the contact information provided on the website.
Email: David@DavidOsbornPhotography.com
Phone: UK +44 771 204 5126
Website: www.DavidOsbornPhotography.comProtecting your money.
All payments must be made using a secure online card link provided by NatWest Bank.
This protects your financial information and prevents fraud. Your card details are never shared with or stored by David Osborn Photography.
- Payment is processed through NatWest Bank’s secure online portal, using the Mastercard network (accepts all major cards).
- David Osborn does not have access to your card details.
- Your payment is protected by your card issuer’s fraud protection policies.
- You will receive an invoice by email, which includes a secure payment link.
- Always confirm that the link takes you to the official NatWest Payment Portal (screenshot below).
- Important: You must never pay by bank transfer, cash, or any alternative method – even if the request appears to come from David Osborn.
- If you receive such a request or have any concerns, Do Not Pay. – Call David Osborn directly on +44 771 204 5126 in the UK first.
If you ignore this policy and pay by any other method, you do so entirely at your own risk.
David Osborn accepts no responsibility for any resulting loss or fraud.
Limited To 20 Photographers Worldwide Each Year.
- That’s the number of workshops I choose to teach each year.
David Osborn Photography
69 Grange Gardens, Southgate,
London N14 6QN, England.
UK +44 (0) 771 204 5126
David@DavidOsbornPhotography.com
Let’s Talk.
Let’s chat live on a video call first, free of charge and with no obligation, to answer any questions and concerns you may have before you make any booking. – Please email me, and we will arrange a date to talk in person.