Microscopic Marvels: Macro photography walk
About
Welcome to the enchanting world of macro photography! Join us as we embark on a thrilling adventure to explore the hidden treasures of the miniature realms in nature, using a powerful 100x clip-on lens that transforms any smartphone into a portal of discovery. All pictures will be taken on your own phones so you will get to go home with all the images and memories from the walk. Get ready to witness the tiniest details of plants, insects, and more, as we delve into the fascinating world of macro photography.
Location:
Deepdale Farm - Our journey will take us through the woodlands and hidden wonders of this incredible organic regenerative farm. These natural settings are teeming with life, offering a perfect canvas for our macro photography experience.
Equipment:
Please make sure you arrive with a fully charged phone battery, we will provide you with the 100x macro clip-on lens. This marvel of technology will allow us to capture the intricate beauty of tiny subjects in astounding clarity. If for any reason you cannot get the clip-on lens to fit your phone, or your phone isn’t working we always carry a selection of high-powered magnifying glasses that offer a similar insight into the miniature world.
The Walk:
We will be exploring a range of habitats on the walk, paying special attention to some of the more commonly overlooked miniature organisms in the landscape, such as lichen, fungi, insects, flowers and more. Even the most ordinary-looking plants and insects can reveal breathtaking beauty up close. The macro lens will help you reveal miniature forests and microscopic worlds of unique colours and textures.
As each season reveals their own special marvels, different dates will focus on different habitats:
24th April - Hedgerow & Woodland Microscopic Marvels
3rd Oct - Microscopic Mushroom Marvels
26th Nov - Microscopic Marvels in the Woods
The walk is suitable for children aged 13+ and for adults and is designed to be gentle, inclusive, pleasurable, and welcoming. No prior experience with microscopes or photography is required – just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
Minimum numbers:
This activity needs a minimum of 5 people booked to run. You will be notified 48 hours in advance if the walk needs to be cancelled due to low numbers.
Please note dogs are not permitted on this activity.
Location
Deepdale Farm
Main Road, Burnham Deepdale, King's Lynn, Norfolk PE31 8DD