London Creative Photography Tour
Description
These are private walking tours for individuals or small groups (up to 4 people) to enjoy photographing some of the best London locations. An opportunity to take great photographs of popular landmarks in the city but also to discover London street life, getting surprised by the light, architecture and to develop the sense of awareness to see the unseen. We will also cover basic photography concepts to get the most of this passionate art. There are no previous photography requirements for the tours. These tours are for people who would like to explore London with camera in hand to enjoy and share a unique street photography experience. We will be mainly managing our cameras in manual mode to have more creative options and getting the most of our equipment capabilities but also exploring the semi-automatic modes. Please bring your camera or smartphone with the batteries fully charged and with enough memory available for the 3 hours tour.
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Itinerary
This will be our meeting point to start the photography tour and introduce some basic photographic concepts along the walk. We will be able to capture some images of iconic landmarks like Nelson's Column, the United Kingdom Landseer Lions Statues, The National Gallery, Admiralty Arch, St Martin-in-the-Fields church and many other opportunities to practice street photography in this very busy area visited by many Londoners and Tourists.
We will walk from Trafalgar square towards Palace of Westminster, passing by Admiralty Arch and The Mall, Horse Guards Parade, The Cenotaph and arriving to Parliament Square Garden where we will be taken pictures of the outside of Palace with the Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. We will share creative techniques to improve our photographs.
We will crossing river Thames towards one of the most popular attractions in London, the London Eye. We will have the opportunity to get different views of Palace of Westminster and the Big Ben to create new photography compositions. The walk will follow visiting Leake street, Golden Jubilee Bridges and Waterloo surroundings.
We will cross the river Thames by the Golden Jubilee Bridges heading to Embankment, Charing Cross and Covent Garden. These are very lively areas where you can experience real street photography.
We will follow the tour south crossing the river by Waterloo Bridge towards the walking along the river and passing by the National Theatre and Southbank area. Then passing by the historic 18th-century Blackfriars Bridge with its iron arches, stone carvings & scenic views to finally reach the impressive St. Paul's Cathedral.
By the time we are walking to Millennium Bridge we will probably already have a little break to have a hot drink and share a bit how is the experience so far. This is an ambitious tour where we will try to see as much as possible practicing photography. If we have time we will follow the walk by the north riverside to take pictures of Tate Modern, Shakespeare's Globe, London Bridge or The Shard which are located in the Southwark side. We will then see the HMS Belfast and arriving to Tower of London and Tower Bridge to finish the tour.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(5)
I recently took the London Creative Photography Tour and it was fantastic. The guide was excellent and perfectly adjusted to my beginner photography level. He explained everything clearly and patiently, gave me lots of helpful tips, and made sure I understood and improved throughout. We visited beautiful street art spot and Big Ben. The 3 hours were very enjoyable and valuable. Highly recommended, especially for beginners. Would book again anytime.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the London Creative Photography Tour. It is wonderful to know that we were able to tailor the experience perfectly to your level, keeping things clear, patient, and practical. We always aim to make photography approachable and rewarding for beginners, so hearing that you felt your skills improve throughout the 3 hours means the world to us. Capturing the vibrant street art and the iconic Big Ben is always a highlight, and we are so glad you found the route both beautiful and valuable. Thank you for your high recommendation and for choosing us to be a part of your photography journey. We would love to welcome you back anytime for another session to explore even more of London through your lens!
Jesus is one of the very best photography tour guide. He is professional and willing to teach, I learn some new techniques and had lots of fun capturing beautiful London city. Will definitely recommend him. Pauline
Thank you so much, Pauline! I truly enjoyed sharing our passion for photography with you. You have an impressive ability to grasp new techniques and visual concepts, and it’s inspiring to see how beautifully you apply them in your photographs :)
What a wonderful walk through London taking photos of the landmarks! Jesus was a great guide and I really enjoyed our time together. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm really glad you enjoyed the walk—it was a pleasure having you on the tour. Your photography is truly inspiring. I hope you continue exploring and capturing amazing moments. Looking forward to seeing more of your work in the future!
Our guide took us to the Underground graffiti tunnel! Major points of interest, the Thames, the Covent Garden market, China town, City Hall, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and much much more! He also gave us a tutorial on designer photography! Love love this tour! A must do for your vacation in London!
Thank you very much Rita! I am glad you liked the tour, it was great to meet you. I wish you great times exploring and enjoying the world and the art of photography.
I had a great time with Jesus showing me all the great spots to take photos around London. He’s very creative with his photography. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Hi Victoria, thank you for your feedback, it was a pleasure sharing our passion for photography.
