Welcome to the Stu Brown Photography Blog, sharing stories and photography from Saltburn-by-the-Sea, the North Yorkshire coast, and the Cleveland Way.
Here you’ll find field notes from landscape and wildlife shoots, updates from my photography workshops, and insights into working along one of the most dramatic stretches of coastline in the North East of England.
I spend most of my time outdoors — watching the tides, the weather, and the changing light across the moors and cliffs. This blog is a place to share those moments: coastal landscapes at sunrise, wildlife encounters around Saltburn and the North Yorkshire Moors, and the quiet details that make this coastline so special.
Whether you’re here to discover new locations, improve your photography, join a workshop, or simply enjoy the view — I hope these stories bring you a little closer to the landscape.
Teaching Photography at RSPB Saltholme – Wildlife, Nature and Building Confidence with a Camera
One of the things I’ve really enjoyed over the last year is teaching photography at RSPB Saltholme. It’s one of those places that just works perfectly for beginner photographers. You’ve got wildlife all around you, peaceful surroundings, great walking routes and plenty of opportunities to stop, slow down and really enjoy photography properly.
Every time I run a workshop there, I’m reminded that photography isn’t just about the pictures — it’s about the experience of being outdoors, learning something new and noticing moments you’d normally walk straight past.
That’s exactly why I love teaching at Saltholme.
Beginner Photography Workshop at RSPB Saltholme – A Relaxed Day Learning Wildlife Photography
I’ll soon be back at RSPB Saltholme running another Beginner Photography Workshop, and honestly, I’m really looking forward to this one.
Saltholme is one of those places that’s perfect for learning photography. You’ve got wildlife everywhere, open landscapes, peaceful walks and constantly changing light, which means there’s always something interesting to photograph no matter your experience level.
What I love most about running these workshops at RSPB Saltholme in Teesside is how relaxed they feel. There’s no pressure, no complicated jargon, and no expectation that you need expensive camera gear or years of experience. Most people who come along are simply wanting to understand their camera properly and feel more confident using it.