PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS FOR YOUR TEAM OR event
“Frankie is an excellent teacher! I now feel confident with how to set up our imagery for impact.”
photography workshop at lusty glaze, newquay
Tuesday 25th November - 10.30AM - 3.30/4pm - £120PP
Join local photographer Frankie Thomas for a relaxed and inspiring Photography Day Retreat set against sands at Lusty Glaze Beach and Restaurant in Newquay. This immersive experience invites you to explore Cornwall’s stunning North Coast while enhancing your photography and content creation skills in a relaxed, hands-on environment. The ticket price also includes lunch by The Pickled Chef.
Whether you’re a mobile content creator looking to elevate your social media imagery or an aspiring photographer eager to refine your technical skills, this workshop promises a day of creativity by one of Cornwall's prettiest beaches.
Itinerary
10am – Welcome, coffee & tips
We’ll begin the day with a relaxed welcome over tea or coffee at Lusty Glaze (please note, drinks are not included in the ticket price,) taking in the ocean views while Frankie shares her favourite photography tips, tricks, and creative prompts.
Coastal photography walk
We’ll head down to the iconic Lusty Glaze beach and along the surrounding cliff paths, capturing the light, textures, and atmosphere of this spectacular private cove. Frankie will guide you through composition, lighting, and storytelling techniques - ideal for both camera and mobile users.
This setting is perfect for portraiture, lifestyle content, and seascape shots, with ever-changing tides and coastal tones as your backdrop.
Lunch & Food Photography at Lusty Glaze Restaurant
After a morning of shooting, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by The Pickled Chef, served in the Lusty Glaze Restaurant. (Pre-order required, please see menu below - your ticket includes one main course, or two small plates.)
During lunch, Frankie will lead a hands-on food photography and styling session, showing you how to:
Use natural light, artificial light and reflectors to highlight texture and colour.
Arrange dishes and props for an effortless, organic look.
Style tabletops to tell a visual story that feels authentic and inviting.
Capture mouth-watering images with your phone or camera using simple yet effective composition techniques.
Together, we’ll explore how to photograph food in a way that feels both aspirational and approachable - perfect for content creators, small business owners, or anyone wanting to elevate their creative imagery.
Afternoon – Edit & unwind
After lunch, we’ll gather for an interactive session focused on editing and post-production techniques. Frankie will walk you through her Lightroom workflow, sharing how to enhance colour, light, and texture to bring your images to life — whether they’re shot on a camera or mobile phone. You’ll learn practical tips for creating a cohesive style, managing presets, and developing your own visual identity.
Following the session, there’ll be time for relaxed 1:1 conversations, giving you the chance to ask questions or get personalised advice while enjoying the peaceful seaside atmosphere at Lusty Glaze.
4pm – End of retreat
We’ll wrap up our day with a final reflection and Q&A, leaving you with new skills, and hopefully some fresh inspiration!
Who is this workshop for?
This retreat is perfect for anyone who loves photography and creating beautiful content - no professional experience required! Whether you shoot on your phone, mirrorless, or DSLR camera, Frankie will guide you through approachable, practical ways to enhance your images and storytelling.
Come along to learn, create, and connect with like-minded people in one of Cornwall’s most breathtaking coastal locations.
TO BOOK - PLEASE EMAIL marketing@frankiethomas.com or DM @frankiethomasphotography on Instagram. - 8 spaces available
Kindly note that refund requests can only be processed up to 7 days prior to the event.
