Moving beyond Auto is more fun together! IWP’s Shoot Happens photography group brings members together to build camera skills through monthly challenges, photo discussions and regular photo walks. With room for a few more enthusiastic photographers, now is a great time to join.

Shoot Happens is an IWP Photography Group for women who own a DSLR or mirrorless camera and would like to move beyond using the Auto setting, become more confident with their camera, or simply enjoy photography and join a group that encourages them to get out and use their camera.

How it works

Each month, the group focuses on one photography skill, with a short reading and a practical photography assignment. Assignments are tailored to different levels of experience: Core, Stretch and Pro.

You might be a complete beginner or a very experienced photographer. The main requirement is that you are willing and able to complete the short reading and assignment each month, then submit your favourite photos before the meeting so that we can review and discuss them together.

Members who are unable to attend a meeting can still participate by completing the assignment and sharing their photos. We also organise group photo walks approximately every two months.

When and where

The group meets once a month, on the first Thursday, from 4:30 pm to approximately 6:00 pm. Meetings are currently held at St Paul’s Anglican Church in Estoril, although we are also exploring alternative venues.

Join us!

We currently have space for an additional three or four members who are committed to participating in the programme. We are simply looking for enthusiastic photographers who would enjoy learning together, sharing their work and, above all, having fun!

Through Our Lenses

A selection of photographs by Shoot Happens members, capturing different perspectives as we learn and explore together.