Digital photography one-to-one tuition in Stockport Manchester Liverpool

If you're interested in getting personalised help with your photography and/or camera, or would like to give a unique present to an aspiring photographer, then one of my one to one photography sessions could be an ideal solution.

Imagine having your own friendly photographic expert who can explain things clearly, answer technical questions, solve problems and provide feedback and encouragement - Well that's what I offer!

“These four hours have been invaluable. It's been a really really massive help."

James R. Roberts, Manchester

One to one photography tutoring has many advantages over learning in a class.

• The tutor can devote all his attention to you.
• You can ask specific questions and get detailed and informative answers.
• The material covered is geared towards the levels and goals of the student.
• It's possible to offer additional subjects or go off on a tangent.
• The tutor can offer thorough and extensive feedback and offer personalised suggestions for improvement.

A one-to-one photography session given as a present will make the recipient feel really special: They are receiving personal attention, their photographic knowledge and creativity are the main focus.

"I just wanted to say a big thank you for the sessions and feedback that you gave to Jared, he thoroughly enjoyed his time with you and it has given him the motivation to explore more possibilties with his photography...... The best 21st birthday present I could have given him."

Janet Hilton-Hull, Leigh

Growing numbers of people have benefited from my one to one photography sessions. The hours spent with me can provide benefits that last a lifetime.

Some of the subjects I cover:

• Basic principles of exposure (aperture, shutter speed, ISO)
• Main camera controls found on all cameras
• A more detailed guide to the controls on your camera
• Beginner and intermediate Adobe Photoshop
• Principles of composition and how to take better photos
• Using continuous lighting in a studio set-up (I set up the studio at your home)

“Hi Aidan, just to say thank you for today’s session. I had a great time and I learnt a lot . You’ve been an inspiration!”

Carl Mason, Liverpool

Why choose me?

• My philosophy is to help people achieve their potential and provide support and encouragement, highlighting what's good and pointing out where improvements could be made.
• Most students respond well to my patient, informal, easy going manner. At the same time I have a thorough approach based on my years as a teacher and instructor. The testimonials speak for themselves.

’Aidan’s passion for photography is infectious and the lesson gave me a lot to think about, as well as plenty of tools to go on and develop my own skills.“

Richard Morgan, Manchester

• I have been seriously interested in photography for over 30 years and have been using photography professionally since 1996. I am one of Manchester's best-known photographers.
• I am also a qualified teacher of languages. My teaching experience and awareness of languages enable me to explain complex material in a clear, jargon-busting way.
• Though I have embraced new technology, I hold traditional values and believe in teaching the basic principles of photography, including exposure, aperture and shutter speed.
• I love giving tuition in photography as I am fascinated with the subject and never tire of sharing my knowledge with others. Nowadays I get as much fulfilment from students' achievements as I get from my own.

“I have benefited from it. There’s no two ways about that! I really enjoyed the day and will put into practice all I learned.”

Carol Bolger, Manchester

Additional benefits

I can write a personalised report, including photos taken by the student, summarising what was covered in the session and providing action points for future development. This is saved as a PDF file and e-mailed to the student. See a sample report here.

Where?

Tuition can be provided at the student's home or office (I cover the Stockport / Manchester / Liverpool area) or on an accompanied photoshoot in the city centre or any other location.

“I can highly recommend Aidan O'Rourke as a personal tutor in photography. Having developed a passion for the camera, Aidan has helped me to understand composition, detail and light. He also greatly eased my transition from compact to DSLR allowing me to fully understand how the technical aspects work together to produce the final image. Aidan's personal one to one tutorials are delivered with patience and understanding leading to a natural progression of confidence and competence which has had a marked impact on my work. I expect to benefit from his experience for many years to come.”

Linda Rimmer, photography student, Northwich

Contact me now to find out more. You can e-mail or alternatively, phone or text me on 07779 290082

Presentation card vouchers (glossy 6x4 prints)

Photographer Tutor Aidan O’Rourke has built up a wide range of professional experience in both film and digital photography. He first became interested in photography in 1981. Since 1996 he has documented Manchester and Liverpool in photos and words. He has taken the 'now' photos for Manchester Then and Now, Manchester United Then and Now and Liverpool Then and Now (Anova Books). 107 of his photos are featured in the book Rebuilding Manchester by Euan Kellie. He wrote the Q&A pages for the first 27 issues of Digital Camera Magazine. From July 2008 to April 2009, his gigantic Manchester Mega-Photo was displayed in the foyer at Manchester’s Urbis Museum. He is based in Stockport and covers Manchester, Liverpool and northern England.

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