Smartphone Photography Workshop - Hitchin

Learn how to take better photos on your phone in the historic town of Hitchin.



2 hours Class size 1 to 10 guests       £55

Join Jeanne and bring your smartphone camera, and we will take a walk around the historic town of Hitchin, where you will find some truly amazing photo opportunities, whilst learning how to make the most of the camera we carry with us everywhere!
Hitchin is an ancient English market town surrounded by the green and pleasant countryside of North Hertfordshire. Documentary records begin with the Tribal Hidage, a kind of Saxon Domesday Book, dating from as early as the 7th century. This lists the Hicce tribe from which the Town and its river take their name. The Town’s defining feature is its market. Hitchin’s market has no charter and therefore is thought to pre-date the time when monarchs granted them as a way to regulate trade and levy taxes. This would mean it began before the end of the 12th century.
Amongst all this history, we will discover how to edit your photos, using one of the most intuitive free editing apps available.
Whether you're joining a public class solo, bringing along a few friends, or hosting a birthday party with a difference, you'll learn some nifty new techniques for framing and shooting amazing photographs, unlocking the potential of the camera you carry with you all the time: your phone.
Whether you're an aspiring photographer, want creative gifts for mum, or even a team-building exercise to bring the squad closer together, this unique workshop is sure to tick all your boxes.

Upcoming dates for Smartphone Photography Workshop - Hitchin

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 5 Oct 2026, 4:58pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

3 upcoming dates between 16 Oct 2026 and 20 Nov 2026.

  • Fri 16 Oct 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Fri 30 Oct 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Fri 20 Nov 2026, 10am-12pm
What you'll get
  • A tour of Hitchin's historic town
  • Tips to get the best photos out of your smartphone.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Just yourself, your smartphone, and a comfy pair of shoes.
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 8 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Outside Halsey's Deli, 10-11 Market Place, Hitchin, SG5 1DS

We will meet outside Halsey's Deli & Eatery (the black and white building), - 10-11 Market Place, Hitchin, SG5 1DS

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  • 5/5 from Tamar Nissim, attended Sep 2026: I had a fab smartphone session with Jeanne in Hitchin today. We covered so much in a short space of time. Jeanne gave great tips and helped demystify the editing functions so I can now tinker and get the best out of my shots. Jeanne was patient, encouraging and fun!
  • 5/5 from Jayanthi Mohan, attended Aug 2026: We had a wonderful experience with the photography lessons. The teacher Jeanne was extremely kind, gentle and soft-spoken, and showed great patience throughout the sessions. She taught my son so many useful photography tricks and techniques and encouraged him to explore his creativity. What we appreciated most was how she gave him lots of ideas about places where he could practise his photography, including different locations around London. She made the lessons interesting and enjoyable, and my son absolutely loved them. Thank you so much for your encouragement, patience and guidance. You have really helped build his confidence and interest in photography. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and knowledgeable photography teacher
  • 5/5 from Elizabeth Dun, attended May 2026: Brilliant!
  • 5/5 from Margaret Wilkins, attended Feb 2026: Very useful tips from Jeanne on the Hitchin safari and helpful notes in follow up. Looking forward ton implementing what I have learnt today.
  • 5/5 from Wendy Caroline Barber, attended Sep 2025: What an absolutely brilliant workshop. Jan pitched it just right, was extremely patient & we learnt so much we didn't know! I had been recommended this by a friend who also found it very helpful & would highly recommend to anyone who wants to know how to get more out of their phone camera.
  • 5/5 from Jane Crawford, attended Aug 2025: Jeanne was great.she was friendly, patient, and able to convey information well. She made sure we actually did what we were being shown/taught and provided notes to help us remember it all! Thought Jeanne hit the balance of how much to show us, from setting up the phone camera to the functions it offers. Highly recommend for those wanting yo upgrade the casual pictures
  • 5/5 from Jackie Bannister, attended Dec 2024: A very enjoyable and informative class. The teacher was very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Jackie.
  • 5/5 from Jackie Murphy, attended Oct 2024: I spent a lovely couple of hours on a phone safari with Jeanne on a sunny morning in Hitchin. She was very encouraging and showed me so much that I didn’t know. Tips for outdoor and indoor photography on my iPhone. She checked beforehand what type of phone I had and was ready to go. After the class she emailed me reminders of what we had discussed. Would definitely recommend.
Your teacher

Jet Black Squares
Jet Black Squares

5.0 (453)
female Women-owned

Jet is the founder and Creative Director of Jet Black Squares. Combining her former teaching career in the East End of London with a more recent corporate photography business of 13 years, she has created a hub for everything creative surrounding the smartphone. Jet Black Squares offer Smartphone Safaris all over the country, with a trusted band of associates who deliver workshops to an exceptionally high standard. More locations coming soon.

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