Free community photography workshops
in Fair Oak and Horton Heath

Residents of Fair Oak and Horton Heath are invited to join professional photographer and artist Simon Bray for a series of free, friendly photography workshops exploring the places, people and stories of the local area.

Taking place across four Thursday mornings in November 2026, the workshops will explore how photography can help people share their perspectives and experiences of living locally, as well as their own sense of home and community.

What to expect

The workshops will give you the opportunity to:

• Learn new photography and digital camera techniques, including the basics of exposure and composition
• Explore ways of using photography to document your local area and create a portrait of the community, including approaches such as Photovoice
• Consider the past, present and future of the local area
• Share your own photographs, memories and stories
• Contribute to an upcoming local photography exhibition

You don’t need any previous photography experience and all abilities are welcome.

Digital cameras will be provided, although you’re welcome to bring your own. Refreshments will also be available.

Workshop details

Venue: The Fountain Cafe, Fair Oak, SO50 7EJ
Dates: Thursday 5, 12, 19 and 26 November 2026
Time: 10am–1pm

The workshops are free, but places are limited.

Book your FREE place

If you have any questions about the workshops, please contact Simon Bray at s.******@******ac.uk.

We’d love to hear your stories and see your photographs of Fair Oak and Horton Heath.