Neurodivergent-Friendly Photography Composition & Social

Join us at The Photography Foundation’s accessible Studio in North Greenwich for a relaxed, neurodivergent-friendly photography workshop.

This session is designed to help you build confidence, spark creativity, and connect with others at your own pace. No prior experience is needed. Just bring your smartphone and curiosity!

The workshop facilitator, Jannine Smith, will introduce simple and effective composition techniques and tips to help you see and frame the world differently. We’ll begin in the Studio with gentle icebreaker prompts, giving you time to settle in, get comfortable, and connect with others through photography.

Next, we’ll head out for a calm photowalk through the Design District. The area’s striking architecture and textures offer plenty of inspiration. With Jannine’s practise prompts and guidance, you can explore and capture your own unique perspectives and best compositions.

After the photowalk, we’ll return to the studio for a relaxed review and printing session. You’ll then choose your favourite images and watch them come to life as high-quality photo prints, something tangible to take home and feel proud of!

🎟️ Book your spot to make sure you don't miss out! Discounted bestie tickets available.

 What’s included

🖨️ Three of your own selected image small prints in photo-ink paper to take home with you.
☕ Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be offered. Your ticket also includes one complimentary soft drink.
🥤 Our complimentary prebiotic sodas are kindly sponsored by XOXO drinks.

🌿 What to expect

• Social connection and interaction without pressure at a calm pace.

• A small group photowalk with guided phone-shooting exercise prompts.
• An ND-led workshop with clear communication, structure, and support.

📱What to bring

• A fully charged smartphone with a camera.
• Comfortable clothing for a short outdoor walk (please dress for the weather).

Please Note

• This workshop is designed for people aged 18+. 
• Everyone is welcome and no previous experience is required. 

About the Organisers

Jannine Smith is a Neurodivergent London-based photographer, illustrator, and creative with a particular interest in supporting the Neurodivergent community.  

The Photography Foundation is a London-based charity set up in 2019 to create pathways into photography careers and the wider creative industries. We are driven by our belief that everyone deserves a fulfilling creative career, and that creativity thrives when barriers to opportunity are removed. We have grown into a dynamic hub of creativity, community, and career development for diverse audiences. Our events programme is designed to support a sustainable creative career by enhancing your skills, promoting wellbeing, and underlining the importance of making time for inspiration and creativity in your practice.

Our programme brings together a range of events with different pricing levels, allowing us to better reflect the breadth of the photography and creative careers landscape. To ensure our events remain accessible, we offer a select number of bursary tickets for paid events, and all ticket proceeds help us to continue to deliver low cost and free events for our community.

We are The Photography Foundation - empowering emerging creatives to see, capture, and shape their futures.

🎟 Ticket Information

• Spaces are limited, if you can no longer attend, please request a refund for your ticket 48 hrs before the event via Ticket Tailor. If you request a ticket refund in less than 2 days before the scheduled event, you will be charged the full cost of the ticket, and you will not receive a refund.

• There is a fee for this workshop, however if you feel unable to pay, please get in touch with us at Events@thephotographyfoundation.org as we may have bursary spaces available upon remaining availability.

Accessibility and Support

• Sensory aids and fidget toys are provided on site.
• Participants are welcome to bring their own comforts, such as sensory aids and fidget toys, and even their support animals.
• This workshop takes place in a calm and low pressure setting, plus there’ll be seated areas for breaks if needed.
• Gentle and clear communication before and after the session.
• If you have any accessibility requirements or questions please email Events@thephotographyfoundation.org
• Please note that there is lift access to our second floor studio & accessible WC facilities.

📸 Image credits: @ThePhotographyFoundation

Jannine Smith

The Photography Foundation Studio

The Photography Foundation Building Entrance

London Design District