London is gradually getting back to 'normal' after having the pause button pressed, so why not take the opportunity of quieter streets to practice your smartphone photography.

During this (socially distanced) session, we start and finish at Blackfriars Station (south side), and head out along the Southbank. If the tide is out, we will head on down to the 'beach', where I will show you how to get the most out of your smartphone camera. Once we have mastered composition, light, etc, we will move on to how to edit your photos using one of the best free apps around. Due to the current climate, refreshments are usually taken sitting outside. The session lasts 2 hours.

This is a 1:1 family workshop - Family = up to 2 adults and up to 4 children (U18). London is gradually getting back to 'normal' after having the pause button pressed, so why not take the opportunity of quieter streets to practice your smartphone photography as a family.

During this (socially distanced) session, we start and finish at Blackfriars Station (south side), and head out along the Southbank. If the tide is out, we will head on down to the 'beach', where I will show you how to get the most out of your smartphone camera. Once we have mastered composition, light, etc, we will move on to how to edit your photos using one of the best free apps around. Due to the current climate, refreshments are usually taken sitting outside. The session lasts 2 hours. Suitable for ages 8+

This is a private safari for couples. An ideal engagement or wedding present, or just something different for the two of you to do. As well as brushing up on your photography skills, the session also includes photos of you both taken by Jet on her smartphone that are edited and sent to you afterwards. A great way to practice being in front of a camera before the 'big day' and to make sure you are happy and confident for your professional photographer.

Bring your smartphone camera and we will explore your chosen area of London (Southbank, Kings Cross, Carnaby Street/Soho, Brick Lane or London Bridge), taking photos as we go. At the end of the session, we will look at how to edit your photos using one of the most intuitive free editing apps around over a glass of bubbly (included).

Areas outside of London are also available including Cambridge, Oxford and even further afield such as Paris (via Eurostar). Please email Jet@JetBlackSquares directly for a quote.

Once purchased, please email to book your session.

London is gradually getting back to 'normal' after having the pause button pressed, so why not take the opportunity of quieter streets to practice your smartphone photography.

During this (socially distanced) session, we start and finish at Blackfriars Station (south side), and head out along the Southbank. If the tide is out, we will head on down to the 'beach', where I will show you how to get the most out of your smartphone camera. Once we have mastered composition, light, etc, we will move on to how to edit your photos using one of the best free apps around. Due to the current climate, refreshments are usually taken sitting outside. The session lasts 2 hours. Please note both of you must attend the session at the same time.

This gift voucher enables the recipient(s) to book on to one of the Smartphone Safaris of their choice from the given locations. Please note there could be up to 10 people in the group. The price is per person (so for a voucher for 2 people, please choose 2 in the quantity).

London is gradually getting back to 'normal' after having the pause button pressed, so why not take the opportunity of quieter streets to practice your smartphone photography.

This group smartphone safari takes in one of the best photographic locations in London, including The Southbank, Soho and China Town, Brick Lane, Kings Cross and many more. Once the recipient chooses their preferred location and date, they email to book on.

The 2 hour session includes composition, light, angles, etc, as well as how to edit your photos using one of the best free apps around. Due to the current climate, refreshments are usually taken sitting outside. Please state whether the voucher is to be mailed direct to the recipient (please include THEIR name and address), or whether you would prefer to give it to them yourself (please include YOUR name and your address).

This is a private safari for up to 10 friends or family. Whether it's for a family get together, a group of friends, an activity for during the day on a hen/stag party or 'just because', this is the safari for you. Bring your smartphone camera and we will explore your chosen area of London (Southbank, Kings Cross, Hampstead, Carnaby Street/Soho, Brick Lane or London Bridge), taking photos as we go. We will also look at how to edit your photos using one of the most intuitive free editing apps around, usually over a coffee or glass of wine at the end (refreshments not included). Once purchased, please email to book your session.

Learn how to edit your smartphone photos on SNAPSEED, one of the best free apps around, via Zoom. Whether it's for food photography, products, or you just want to edit your own photos, we will go through it together - step by step - so you can learn how to get the best out of your photos. During the session we live edit your photos together, and I show you how to make the most of this incredible editing tool. The session is for an hour. Once you have booked I will be in touch to arrange your zoom time.

Note: You will have to download Snapseed before the session. I have no affiliation with Snapseed - this is just the editing app I personally use. All photos sent to me for live editing are deleted immediately after the session. Please do not send any photos of children to be edited. No photos that are deemed sexual, offensive, or inappropriate will be accepted. If you are under 18, an adult must be present in the same room as you for safeguarding (no extra charge)

Learn how to pose, take and edit those all important lockdown photos via Zoom. Great for influencers, 'insta-husbands', or if you have products to shoot at home. We look at how to get the best out of your location, look at the light, and how to use your smartphone camera to its full advantage. We then look at how to edit your photos afterwards. The session is for an hour, or two one hour sessions for £150 (please choose the 2 hour option if you would prefer this). Once you have booked I will be in touch to arrange your zoom time.

If you are under 18, an adult must be present in the same room/area as you for safeguarding (no extra charge)

If the thought of having lifestyle headshots taken for your business fills you with dread, then why not consider a smartphone shoot instead. The smartphone is more discrete when you are out and about, so less chance of anyone noticing what you are doing, you can choose which photos you would like over a coffee at the end of the shoot, and have the edited images sent over to you while you wait. If you are worried about the quality of the photos, then please don't worry as the image size is compatible to a DSLR camera.

The shoot is 1 hour long
Shoot can take place either at your home, place of work or out on location.
2-3 changes of outfit
Price includes 5 edited images, chosen by you, usually sent over while you wait (or within a few hours if necessary)
Soft refreshments included (if on location)
Travel expenses may be added.

Once booked, you will be emailed to book a date and time.

Great idea for a baby shower gift or for antenatal classes.

With the new arrivals gift voucher, you can choose what you would like to focus on.
Options include:-

How to document your own 'birth' story photos. The first photos of your little one's arrival are the most important. Learn how to create your own birth story images that you can easily make into an album or book. Look at the best angles to shoot from - the close up shots - the expressions, the room (whether it's a home birth or hospital), name tags, time on the clock (really important in a sequence of events), and then when the baby is just born - the first cuddle, mum's elation, etc.

Next, there is a newborn session, showing the new parents how to get the newborn photos - the close ups of the feet, hands, beautiful black and white timeless photos that you can see being taken at home (holding baby, with the family dog, etc).

Alternatively, mum may just want some 'me' time, and time away from the baby learning a new skill that she can then replicate in taking photos of the baby.

This also works well for antenatal classes. I come to your antenatal class, and show you how to document the birth, first days and all the little details in between. A nice treat at the end of the course.

You don't have to make the decision as to what you would like focus on when you buy the voucher - this can be made when booking.

This is a 1:1 family workshop - Family = up to 2 adults and up to 4 children (U18). Bring your smartphone camera and we will explore either Verulamium Park, St Albans, or at a Hertfordshire location of your choice, taking photos as we go. We will also look at how to edit your photos using one of the most intuitive free editing apps around. Once purchased, please email to book your 1:1 session.

I will show you how to get the most out of your smartphone camera. As it is a 1:1 session, we can tailor make it around what you are interested in whether that's an interest in architecture, landscapes, general holiday photos or just day to day photography. The location can either be St Albans, Hemel or Stanborough Lakes in Welwyn. The session lasts 2 hours. You have 6 months from date of purchase to take your session. If you are buying this as a gift for someone, please write the address where you would like the voucher sent in the notes section and if it is going directly to the recipient and would like an accompanying message.

I will show you how to get the most out of your smartphone camera. As it is a 1:2 session, we can tailor make it around what you are interested in whether that's an interest in architecture, landscapes, general holiday photos or just day to day photography. The location can either be St Albans, Hemel or Stanborough Lakes in Welwyn. The session lasts 2 hours. You have 6 months from date of purchase to take your session. If you are buying this as a gift for someone, please write the address where you would like the voucher sent in the notes section and if it is going directly to the recipient and would like an accompanying message. Please note both of you have to attend the session at the same time.

This gift voucher enables the recipient(s) to book on to one of the St Albans' Smartphone Safaris of their choice. Please note there could be up to 10 people in the group. The price is per person (so for a voucher for 2 people, please choose 2 in the quantity).

St Albans has so much to see and is a photographer's dream. From the lake in Verulamium Park, to the splendour of the cathedral, I will show you how to get the best photographs from your smartphone camera. Once the recipient chooses their preferred date, they email to book on.

The 2 hour session includes composition, light, angles, etc, as well as how to edit your photos using one of the best free apps around. Due to the current climate, refreshments are usually taken sitting outside. Please state whether the voucher is to be mailed direct to the recipient (please include THEIR name and address), or whether you would prefer to give it to them yourself (please include YOUR name and your address).

This is a private safari for up to 10 friends or family. Whether it's for a family get together, a group of friends, an activity for during the day on a hen/stag party or 'just because', this is the safari for you. Bring your smartphone camera and we will explore the gorgeous surroundings of St Albans, taking photos as we go. We will also look at how to edit your photos using one of the most intuitive free editing apps around, usually over a coffee or glass of wine at the end (refreshments not included). Once purchased, please email to book your session.

Choose Smartphone Photography as your Skill for the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Bronze and Silver - 3 months with 3 genres to choose from.
Please see separate booking form for 6 months
Please refer to your skills booklet for specific information
Price includes 1 child and 1 parent/guardian per session.
Sessions can either be taken individually (i.e. one child and one parent/guardian), or as part of a group.
I hold a full DBS certificate.

Choose Smartphone Photography as your Skill for the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Bronze, Silver or Gold - 6 months with 6 genres to choose from.
Please refer to your skills booklet for specific information
Price includes 1 child and 1 parent/guardian per session.
Sessions can either be taken individually (i.e. one child and one parent/guardian), or as part of a group.
I hold a full DBS certificate.