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Bird photography workshop

Bird photography workshop

Saturday 19 July
Poole - 3pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
Come and join us photographing birds. Photographing these beautiful creatures is both a challenge and a privilege. At Poole Park, we can get really good views of the birds. We will experiment with faster shutter speeds and various focal lengths to photograph a range of birds.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class - Nature scapes

Beginner's Photography Class - Nature scapes

Saturday 02 August
Stour Valley Nature Reserve, Bournemouth - 9am - 3 Hours
Anna Kenny
Ready to unlock your camera settings and capture the world around you? In this beginners photography class on the River Stour, we will be going through different camera settings, playing with light and experimenting with composition, helping you take beautiful nature photos. As always, it will be in a fun and relaxed, with plenty of time to practice and develop your skills. A passionate, professional photographer will be on hand to answer any questions and guide you as you learn.
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£67       4 places left
Woodland photography

Woodland photography

Saturday 16 August
Broadstone - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
In this session we will be capturing the magic of woodland through photography, playing with light, composition and creativity. Fun, social and outdoors, all are welcome.
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£28      

Heathland photography workshop

Heathland photography workshop

Saturday 30 August
Broadstone - 4pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
Come and join us to photograph one of the rarest habitats in the world! Heathland is an incredible and unique habitat, home to many rare species. In fact, heathland is said to be rarer than rainforest. In the late Autumn, heathland flowers blossom creating a beautiful purple carpet of flowers, ideal for many unique species of invertebrates. Fun, relaxed and social, this class is about practicing composition, playing with light and capturing this beautiful habitat.
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£28      
New Forest Wander

New Forest Wander

Saturday 06 September
Brockenhurst - 3pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
Explore and capture the beauty of the New Forest on a relaxed walk. From spectacular ancient woodland to giant sequoias, from wetlands to heathland, there is so much nature to photograph here. We may even see some grazing ponies. Beginning at Rhinefield drive, we will continue along the gravel tracks through the forest. This session is suitable for all abilities and people interested in photographing nature from macro to landscape scale.
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£28      
Autumn Photography

Autumn Photography

Saturday 20 September
Parkstone Rd, Poole, UK - 2pm - 2 Hours
Anna Kenny
Capture the colours of Autumn as the leaves fall from the trees and the air turns cold.

This session is for photographers of all skill levels. Any equipment is welcome, and warm clothes are advised.

Colours of Autumn
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£28      

Nearby Photography Groups

Stansted Summer Festival 2025 2-Hour Meetup

Stansted Summer Festival 2025 2-Hour Meetup

Saturday 19 July
Stansted - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
Step into the lively and quintessentially English atmosphere of Stansted Summer Festival 2025 with your camera in hand! This festival offers an incredible mix of historic re-enactments, vintage cars, a charming dog show, and vibrant summer stalls, a dream setting for any photographer.

Entry Fee: This meetup requires a separate ticket purchase for the festival. Tickets are NOT included in the meetup price. Please book your ticket in advance via the official festival website: https://www.stanstedpark.co.uk/stanstedsummerfestival2025

Bring a DSLR, mirrorless, or high-quality smartphone camera. A zoom lens is recommended for capturing distant details.

Wear comfortable shoes as we'll be walking around a lot.
Arrive 10 minutes early to check in with the group and discuss shooting strategies.
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£28      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 19 July
Ryde - 10am - 2 Hours
Isle Of Wight Photography Group
Stuart Byrnes
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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£28      
Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Saturday 19 July
Palmerston Rd, Southampton - 2pm - 3 Hours
Southampton Photography Group
Nikki Wileman
Whether you are photographing people or plants, making memories or making art knowing how to use your camera is key.The class will give you the knowledge you need to expose, to compose and to create the images you have always wanted to. Learn the basics of photography including using manual camera settings for perfect exposure and tips for good composition. The session will look at ways to improve composition using light, colour and perspective.
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£72      

International Kite Festival in Portsmouth

International Kite Festival in Portsmouth

Sunday 27 July
Southsea Common - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
Join us for a vibrant outdoor photography session during the International Kite Festival in Portsmouth. This is a great chance to practice capturing motion, color, and scale as hundreds of kites fill the sky. Whether you're refining your composition or just enjoying the festive atmosphere, this class will help you build confidence in photographing fast-moving subjects in a dynamic environment.
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£28      
Landscape  Wildlife Photography

Landscape Wildlife Photography

Sunday 27 July
Frome Road, Southwick - 10am - 3 Hours
Wiltshire Photography Group
Simon Knight
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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£72      
Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Saturday 02 August
Garden Walk, Ryde - 10am - 3 Hours
Isle Of Wight Photography Group
Stuart Byrnes
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
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£72      

Beginners Photography Class

Beginners Photography Class

Sunday 03 August
Southsea, Portsmouth - 10am - 3 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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£72       1 places left
Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Beyond the Ordinary: Innovative Approaches to Street Photography

Saturday 09 August
Guildhall Square, Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we will capture compelling images that tell stories about daily life. The area has a mix of modern street art and classic architecture and this will be both a subject and backdrop for candid shooting. The session will be suitable for all levels of experience and a smartphone will serve just as well as a digital camera. Topics covered will include -

- Developing an eye for interesting subjects and scenes in urban settings.
- Master the use of light, composition, and timing in street photography.
- Exploring creative techniques to add a unique touch to your street photographs.
- Gaining confidence in shooting candidly in public spaces.
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£28      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 09 August
Calshot, England - 2pm - 2 Hours
Southampton Photography Group
Nikki Wileman
Sometimes the best photography sessions are unplanned and spontaneous. This meetup will be a fun and relaxed walk with our cameras with the opportunity to photograph a variety of topics, including landscape, seascape, nature, wildlife, landscape, details and abstract .
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£28      

Documentary and Candid Photography at the South Downs Show

Documentary and Candid Photography at the South Downs Show

Sunday 10 August
Buriton - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
This fantastic Summer show presents a great range of photography opportunities from a live jousting tournament and a falconry display to a Saxon battle re-enactment and pig racing! If you're interested in photographing animals, people in their natural environment or living history this isn't to be missed. Please note you will need to purchase a ticket for the event at the website here https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/hometownevents/the-south-downs-show-2025/e-zvejad

Jon will guide you through camera techniques and offer tips and tricks for capturing fast moving action and candid 'street' style photography.
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£28      
 Leaf & Light: Creative Forest Photography Meetup

Leaf & Light: Creative Forest Photography Meetup

Sunday 17 August
Buriton - 9am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
This meetup will cover the fundamentals of forest photography, including capturing details like leaves and fauna, composing landscape shots, and using light and shadow to add dimension. Ideal for anyone wanting to connect with nature through photography.
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£28      
Concrete Canvas: Photographing the Art of the Streets Meetup

Concrete Canvas: Photographing the Art of the Streets Meetup

Saturday 13 September
Guildhall Square, Portsmouth - 12pm - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Photography Group
Jon Mainwaring
In this meetup we'll walk a course around the centre of Portsmouth to watch street artists at work and capture the soul of their art as it's created. This is the weekend of 'Lookup Portsmouth', the annual street art festival that brings together the best international, national and local artists to create permanent works across the city. This meetup is ideal for anyone interested in street photography and urban art, and under Jon's guidance you're guaranteed to find hidden gems and stunning new creations.
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£28      

Other Nearby Groups

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Saturday 12 July
Willis Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Explore the beauty of nature through acrylic painting! Join our engaging art class on Painting Landscapes with Acrylics and discover the techniques to capture scenic vistas on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this class offers step-by-step guidance to create stunning landscapes. Learn color mixing, brush techniques, and composition to bring your landscapes to life. Unleash your creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. Enroll today and start painting your favorite landscapes with confidence!
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£28       5 places left
Flower Painting Meetup  Acrylic

Flower Painting Meetup Acrylic

Saturday 19 July
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Exploring a delightful afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Surrounded by fresh flowers, you'll have plenty of inspiration to create your masterpiece. Study of flowers creating details through color and brush stocks.
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£28      
Introduction to Pencil Shading for Beginners

Introduction to Pencil Shading for Beginners

Saturday 26 July
Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Learn the basics of pencil shading in this beginner-friendly workshop, focusing on light, shadow, and texture to bring your drawings to life. Through guided exercises, you'll develop confidence and control in creating depth and dimension with simple tools.
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£28      

Introduction to Oil Painting

Introduction to Oil Painting

Saturday 09 August
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Step into the world of oil painting with this beginner-friendly workshop, where you'll explore essential tools, techniques, and color mixing. Perfect for newcomers, this session offers hands-on guidance to help you start creating with confidence.
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£28      
Watercolour Study of Flowers

Watercolour Study of Flowers

Saturday 16 August
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Discover the delicate beauty of flowers in this calming watercolour workshop, perfect for all skill levels. Learn essential techniques while creating your own floral-inspired artwork in a relaxed, creative setting.
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£28      
Flower Painting Meetup  Acrylic

Flower Painting Meetup Acrylic

Saturday 06 September
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Exploring a delightful afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Surrounded by fresh flowers, you'll have plenty of inspiration to create your masterpiece. Study of flowers creating details through color and brush stocks.
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£28      

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Painting Landscapes with Acrylics

Saturday 13 September
Vincents Walk - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Explore the beauty of nature through acrylic painting! Join our engaging art class on Painting Landscapes with Acrylics and discover the techniques to capture scenic vistas on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, this class offers step-by-step guidance to create stunning landscapes. Learn color mixing, brush techniques, and composition to bring your landscapes to life. Unleash your creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. Enroll today and start painting your favorite landscapes with confidence!
book now
£28      
Realism in Oil Paints

Realism in Oil Paints

Saturday 20 September
Southsea - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Learn the techniques of realism in oil painting in this focused workshop, designed to help you capture lifelike detail, depth, and texture. Guided by an experienced artist, you'll explore layering, blending, and tonal control to bring your subjects to vivid life.
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£29      
Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Saturday 04 October
Willis Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Painting with Watercolors class. Immerse yourself in the fluidity and transparency of watercolor paints, allowing your creativity to flow freely onto paper. This class is an invitation to explore the unique qualities of watercolors, from delicate washes to bold strokes, as you learn essential techniques and unleash your imagination. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through the mesmerizing world of watercolor painting, fostering a supportive environment for growth and self-expression. Join us for a transformative journey where you can cultivate your skills, discover the joy of painting, and create stunning, evocative artworks with the timeless beauty of watercolors.
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£28      

Pencil Drawing and Shading for Beginners

Pencil Drawing and Shading for Beginners

Saturday 11 October
Palmerston Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Southampton Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Discover the fundamentals of pencil drawing and shading in this beginner-friendly workshop, where you'll learn how to create depth, texture, and form using simple techniques. Guided by a skilled instructor, you'll practice observational drawing and master shading exercises to bring your sketches to life.
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£28      
Beginners Acrylic Class

Beginners Acrylic Class

Saturday 18 October
Old Portsmouth - 10am - 2 Hours
Portsmouth Art Group
Fakiha Khan
Join our Beginners Acrylic Class and explore the vibrant world of acrylic painting with step-by-step guidance. Perfect for all skill levels, this fun and relaxed session will help you unleash your creativity on canvas!
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£28      
ABOUT BOURNEMOUTH
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Bournemouth .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Bournemouth Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I thought that this was a good introduction for me as this was the first time i have been on one of these courses and i did enjoy it.
    4/5
    Bridget
    2025-06-25
    A great afternoon and learnt some very useful tips for the street photography session. Will be back for future sessions.
    5/5
    Linda
    2025-06-23
    The event was good fun. I really enjoyed getting out and about with people to just enjoy photography rather than being so serious about it
    5/5
    Martin
    2025-06-23

    Great location with good tips and suggestions even if it was very wet
    5/5
    Tracey
    2025-06-09
    I throughly enjoyed the tutorial, so much so that I have booked on to the next one that Anna is taking. As a total beginner she made it easy for me to understand the basics of setting the correct aperture, iso speed and shutter speeds to suit the given situation when taking photos.
    5/5
    Clinton
    2025-05-12
    Found it very interesting . Everything on the day was covered in great detail. Enjoyed the morning and left with good ideas and information .
    5/5
    Richard
    2025-02-10

    Absolutely brilliant, a really interesting, informative, and enjoyable, experience. I've come away with a renewed enthusiasm for proper photography, no more 'snap shots' for me. Ali was great at explaining the topic, at exactly the right level, pitched perfectly to his audience's level of understanding.
    5/5
    Andy Goodbourn
    2025-01-13
    The instructor was talented and friendly. Helped us with some of the aspects of photography.
    4/5
    Chandan
    2024-10-14
    An excellent class, Peter was incredibly knowledgeable and a fantastic teacher who was able to break down the basics and more advanced concepts into very easy to understand ways. I left the class feeling so much more confident and inspired to take photos.
    5/5
    Erica
    2024-07-09

    Enjoyed the challenges, and the hints & tips were all useful.
    5/5
    Steve
    2024-06-24
    Great tuition. Taruun explained things really clearly, then talked us through practical examples. I now have a much better understanding of leading lines, (especially where to place the camera), and filling the frame. My biggest takeaway was using low angles to create interesting images - something I'll definitely be using. I really enjoyed the morning and also Taruun's thorough but relaxed teaching style.
    5/5
    Carolyn
    2023-10-30
    Very good session - learnt a lot
    5/5
    Sharon
    2023-10-30

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Anna Kenny
    Anna is an outdoor enthusiast, photographer and conservationist who is keen to share her enthusiasm for the natural world through the use of creative imagery. Studying BSc Environmental Science along with MSc Biological Photography and Imaging, Anna has travelled the world, living, studying and working abroad. Pursuing her passion for creativity, adventure story telling and the natural world, throughout university, Anna produced magazines, documentary videos and research articles. She has photographed sports events, community events, holiday camps, led city tours and arranged various group activities. Originally from Belfast, Anna now lives in Dorset where she works for a wildlife conservation charity. With a mission to encourage people to explore, value and protect nature through showcasing the natural world and telling stories through creative imagery, Anna has set up her own business called One Planet Wonder.

    Anna Kenny is available for private bookings

    Available most Saturdays, Sunday afternoons and evenings.
    Private tutoring (in person or online), group photography tours.
    Available to photograph community events, portraits, sports and all things nature based.
    Skills include photography, videography, content creation, graphic design, editing.

    PHOTOS
    Bournemouth Photography Group
    2025-07-01
    Title or Location: Dorset.
    A Male Sand Lizard in full green colours. Taken on a morning walk on a Dorset nature reserve. The males like to view their territory from a higher vantage point. Particularly in breeding season.Image details: f9 1/400 ISO 1100No post editing other than crop.I'm a lifelong Reptile enthusiast and enjoy taking interesting photos of their natural behaviour.
    Credit: Leon Bevis
    Instagram: leonbevis

    Bournemouth Photography Group
    2025-06-27
    Title or Location: Poole Park
    Let's start from the fact that I'm afraid of spiders, so let's consider myself observing that guy as a form of therapy. However I respect them for how useful they are...But I still cannot handle with their gaze! That one was clearly packing some leftovers for later.
    Credit: Monika Malkowska
    Bournemouth Photography Group
    2025-06-18
    Title or Location: Hatchet pond, Beaulieu
    This photo was taken early at sunset,the light was not great,but I took ot anyway. As usual in monochrome you can see the real beauty of a picture, without the distraction of the colours.
    Credit: Georgi Drenski

    Bournemouth Photography Group
    2025-06-14
    Title or Location: Ringwood, Hampshire
    I was first introduced to the little ball of fluff in my garden shed as somehow he had made his way in there and starting chirping at me for food I assume. I managed to gently pick him up and found him a safe place to sit off the ground. Once it had got over the shock of realising I wasn?t its parent it started chipping again and it wasn?t long before the parent located it and started to feed it again. The little fella hung around for a few days in the garden where managed to capture the head o
    Credit: Gary Owen
    Facebook: garyowenphotography
    Instagram: garyowenphotography

    Bournemouth Photography Group
    2025-06-13
    Title or Location: Swanage beach
    Swanage beach 1st June.Fujifilm X-E4
    Credit: Anthony Young
    Facebook: Campervanphotography
    Instagram: Campervanphotography
    Bournemouth Photography Group
    2025-06-01
    Title or Location: Brownsea Island
    What a privilege it was to watch the red squirrels foraging on a crisp spring day on Brownsea Island. In this particular woodland on the island, the beech trees provide nuts for the squirrels, a perfect winter food source. As the light was behind the squirrels, I was able to capture this silhouette.
    Credit: Anna Kenny
    Instagram: planet_wonder_photo

    Savannah Photography Group
    2025-07-10
    Title or Location: Ellis Square, Savannah, GA
    I met young Miles at Ellis Square while he was doing some rather gymnastic break dancing. Luckily, for me, I was using my Nikon Z7 which allowed me to switch from raw to jpeg giving me 9 frames per second on motor drive. I was shooting aperture preferred and used f/8 the resulting shutter speed was 1/1600 of a second. 9fps sounds fast but I only had 6 nicely composed shots out of 120 exposures.
    Credit: Ray Sliva

    Birmingham Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, UK
    I had spent the better part of the day moving silently through the edges of the chase looking to photograph deer. It was one of those days that seemed perfect on paper: overcast skies that softened the light, barely a breath of wind, and a camera battery at full charge. But nature is nothing if not humbling. The deer remained ghost-like, unseen despite hours of quiet patience and soft steps.By late afternoon my hopes had dimmed so I began the slow walk back to the car. The path wound through
    Credit: Darren Ford
    Facebook: darren.ford.1865
    Instagram: darrenfordphotography
    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: Whitemouth, ManitobaCPKC
    CPKC Rail Engine 9350 plus one heading east out of Winnipeg to deliver it's freight to Eastern Canada and possibly countries beyond on this beautiful summer day. Engine 9350 is a Diesel/Electric Locomotive which was built in February 2012 by General Electric and produces 4400HP which is capable to propel it to a top speed of 75mph. I love to photograph trains whenever I get a chance. To me they are iconic.
    Credit: Terry Jeffery

    Murfreesboro Photography Group
    2025-07-09
    Title or Location: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
    Sitting on the rooftop at Salia Restaurant in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico watching the storms blow in. Travel and Leisure has named this city as one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. This location is a photographers dream location.
    Credit: James Strength
    Facebook: James Strength

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