Online mindful photography workshops
with Paul Sanders

The Subtle Shift: Online Photography Workshop

Begins 6th October 2026 1830 - 1930 (UK Time)

Continuing 20th October, 3rd November, 17th November, 8th December, concluding 22nd December 2026.

Highlights

• Six live sessions hosted on Zoom on Tuesday evenings at 1830 (UK Time)

• All meetings recorded and sent out by email

• Safe, supportive non judgmental workshop

We tend to think of Autumn as a dramatic blaze of colour, when in fact it is hundreds of small handovers as the abundant texture and colour of Autumn gives way to the stark, sculptural beauty of Winter. For me I am inspired by the smell of the air in autumn, that rich aroma mixed with the slight chill that catches you out in the morning and evening. During this workshop we will endeavour to reframe our language of photography so that we become more deeply receptive to the softness of those moments that build throughout autumn into the beginning of winter.

This season is about imperfection; letting go and slowing down. Nature embraces all of these traits, in fact it is one of the reasons we love autumn so much. The light gently softens, shadows become longer, the angle of the sun illuminates parts of the world that have remained in deep shade all summer.

Autumn can be so overwhelmingly colourful that we tend to overlook the details - so for this workshop, we will be working exclusively in black and white, which will ask us to observe in a different way. In black and white, we’ll be searching for light, form and texture, rather than relying upon colour to illuminate our image. If you’re not familiar with photographing in black and white, don’t be daunted; I will also be guiding you to get the best out of your images, and will explain some of the ways I get more out of a subject by offering some tips and tricks that I use for my own work.

The essence of this workshop is presence, not over producing but allowing what catches your eye to unfold. Each week I will give you a prompt in the form of a seasonal poem so that you can respond to the words visually. I believe that poetry and photography sit side by side beautifully, as both rely upon experiences - something you’ve seen, somewhere you’ve been, that asks for a personal response. I wonder which piece of a poem might resonate with you - and how you will interpret it, in your own way?

As with all of my online workshops, all of the assignments can be done in the immediate area where you live, in fact it is better if you do just that, focus your attention on and near your home. I want you to be inspired by your commute or the walk to the shops, your daily routine becomes a source of inspiration rather than just another chore to be ticked off the to do list.

What to expect

• A Supportive Community: A small, non-judgmental group of 20 like-minded creatives where we discuss the backstory and the feeling, not just the pixels.

• Deep Stillness: Practices rooted in the philosophy of Still, helping you use your lens as a tool for self-care, presence, and creativity.

• A celebration of the Season: Welcoming the colder months from a new perspective, honouring the beauty in transition.

• Fortnightly Connection: Live sessions designed to be an easeful journey, giving you the space to breathe and explore at your own pace.

This is not a workshop for seeking out the perfect image, it is a workshop that will help you feel gratitude for where you live and discover a perfectly imperfect moment.

I would love for you to join me to see the details in black and white without losing the essence of the season, while finding peace within the familiar landscape of your life.

Fifty Fifty: A year long creative challenge

Begins 9th September 2026 1830 - 1930 (UK Time)

Continuing 7th October, 11th November, 9th December, 6th January, 10th February, 3rd March , 7th April, 12th May, 9th June, 7th July, 11th August, concluding on September 9th 2027

Highlights

• Twelve live sessions hosted on Zoom at 1830 (UK Time)

• All meetings recorded and sent out by email

• Safe, supportive non judgmental workshop

• Technical guidance & support

Years ago when I started in photography every camera came with one lens; a humble 50mm standard lens. Nowadays, we are overwhelmed with choice, our bags laden with various lenses and filters, while zoom lenses have taken the place of the prime lens – loved for how easy they are. This has as many advantage as it has disadvantages, but has made us lazy and somewhat complacent.

I extend a challenge to you: to spend one year working with one lens, and nothing else to hide behind. Fifty Fifty is an online workshop built around a single question: what happens when the choice held within our camera bag is removed, and all that remains is the practice of seeing?

My latest workshop spans a whole year, and invites you to discover the discipline and craft of working with just a single lens for a whole year. We will meet online once a month, when I will offer you an assignment and guidance as to how to solve the problems created by the limitation of working with a single lens. The following sessions will be a review of the work submitted and a new challenge.

With the choice of multiple lenses stripped away, you’ll find that you lean more deeply into the craft of photography. You’ll spend more time connecting with your subject, thinking more deeply about framing and composition, and returning to the basics of how you see and how you photograph – without relying upon a myriad of lenses to do the heavy lifting for you. No more fumbling through your kit bag to find the ‘perfect’ lens. No more dashing out to buy more kit. Just you, your camera and the craft of photography.

Over the course of the year, I’ll provide technical guidance, practical support and creative feedback – in the company of a small, non judgemental community of likeminded photographers.

I do hope you’ll join me.

Fifty Fifty: A year long creative challenge

Begins 7th September 2026 1830 - 1930 (UK Time)

Continuing 5th October, 2nd November, 7th December, 4th January, 8th February, 1st March , 5th April, 10th May, 7th June, 5th July, 9th August, concluding on September 6th 2027

Highlights

• Twelve live sessions hosted on Zoom at 1830 (UK Time)

• All meetings recorded and sent out by email

• Safe, supportive non judgmental workshop

• Technical guidance & support

Years ago when I started in photography every camera came with one lens; a humble 50mm standard lens. Nowadays, we are overwhelmed with choice, our bags laden with various lenses and filters, while zoom lenses have taken the place of the prime lens – loved for how easy they are. This has as many advantage as it has disadvantages, but has made us lazy and somewhat complacent.

I extend a challenge to you: to spend one year working with one lens, and nothing else to hide behind. Fifty Fifty is an online workshop built around a single question: what happens when the choice held within our camera bag is removed, and all that remains is the practice of seeing?

My latest workshop spans a whole year, and invites you to discover the discipline and craft of working with just a single lens for a whole year. We will meet online once a month, when I will offer you an assignment and guidance as to how to solve the problems created by the limitation of working with a single lens. The following sessions will be a review of the work submitted and a new challenge.

With the choice of multiple lenses stripped away, you’ll find that you lean more deeply into the craft of photography. You’ll spend more time connecting with your subject, thinking more deeply about framing and composition, and returning to the basics of how you see and how you photograph – without relying upon a myriad of lenses to do the heavy lifting for you. No more fumbling through your kit bag to find the ‘perfect’ lens. No more dashing out to buy more kit. Just you, your camera and the craft of photography.

Over the course of the year, I’ll provide technical guidance, practical support and creative feedback – in the company of a small, non judgemental community of likeminded photographers.

I do hope you’ll join me.