You can enquire about our workshops, refer yourself, or refer someone you support here:
👉 https://mindfulphotography.org.uk/referrals/
Our North Yorkshire based community courses are fully funded, so participants will be asked to complete a short amount of funder paperwork.
If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible, you’re very welcome to email first:
📧 rebecca@mindfulphotography.org.uk
🌍 Not based in York or North Yorkshire? We also offer online Mindful Photography workshops open to anyone across the UK – scroll down for details.
There is no pressure and no expectation — just a calm, supportive starting point.
👉 To express interest, please refer yourself here:
https://mindfulphotography.org.uk/referrals/
Upcoming Workshops & Events – Autumn Events Programme 2026
Breathe with the Tide Series
Thursday 17 September Scarborough Beach Chalet 11:30-2:30
Mindful Photography, Cyanotypes and Crafts
Bring a picnic
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/breathe-with-the-tide-september-tickets-1994295382173
Woodland Wellbeing Day 📍
Friday 18th September 2026 New Earswick Nature Reserve, York
🕥 10:45am – 2:00pm.
A friendly day of nature-based wellbeing activities. Step Up and Rise to Thrive participants are welcome to join us for a relaxed day of nature journaling, yoga, mindful photography, creativity, connection, and time outdoors. Come and connect with others in a supportive environment.
York Walking Festival open to all adults
21 September 2026
New Earswick Folk Hall, York
10:00 – 11:30
Guided mindful photography walk around New Earswick Nature ReserveL
Look at https://www.itravelyork.info/yorkwalkingfestival to see the other walks
Email rebecca@mindfulphotography.org.uk
Mindful Photography Meet Up at Allerton Castle
29 September 2026
10-12
Come and enjoy the delights of this beautiful building, explore the grounds at your leisure, see our Mindful Photography UK exhibition in the castle chapel.
Mindful Photography introduction at Rural Arts, Thirsk
Monday 12 October 2026
The Courthouse, Rural Arts, Thirsk
10:00-12:30
Breathe with the Tide
Scarborough
15th October 11:30-2:00pm
Mindfulness with Macrame!
Rise to Thrive participants only very limited numbers
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/breathe-with-the-tide-october-tickets-2000034647470
Introduction for participants engaging with the Rise to Thrive programme at Rural Arts enquiries to ines@ruralarts.org
Online Introduction to Mindful Photography Course (For Rise to Thrive/Step Up only)
14 and 21 October 2026 10-12
Develop Your Business Idea with Mindful Photography UK
Thursday 22 October
St Sampsons Centre, York
10:00-2:00pm
An interactive workshop designed for people on Step Up or Rise to Thrive programmes who already have a business idea to develop
Women in York – funded by National Lottery ( selling out fast )
Monday 19 October – 16 November. Families welcome through half term week
10:00-12:00
St Sampsons Centre Church Street York City Centre
What to do now – if you think you’re eligible book directly on the links or you can refer or self here
https:// mindfulphotography.org.uk/referrals/
Online Workshops (Open to Everyone)
If you are outside our funded areas, or unable to access funded provision, you are very welcome to join our online workshops.
These sessions are open to anyone across the UK, and you can self-refer (please select “Other” on the form).
We run online workshops when there is enough demand. Once we have a small group of around 5–6 people, we arrange a session.
You will:
- Join a two-hour Zoom session with a small, supportive group
- Then receive gentle daily photographic prompts by email for the week
- Be invited into a facilitated WhatsApp group to share and stay connected
Everything is designed to help you slow down, take notice, and nurture awareness in a simple, accessible way.
👉 Self-refer here and select “Other”:
https://mindfulphotography.org.uk/referrals/
Final Note
We keep our groups small, welcoming, and well supported.
If you feel unsure, anxious about joining, or would prefer to speak to someone first, you are very welcome to get in touch. We will support you at your own pace.
👉 Refer yourself or someone you support:
https://mindfulphotography.org.uk/referrals/
Mindful Photography workshops in York, North Yorkshire and online across the UK. Supporting wellbeing, confidence, connection and awareness through creative, accessible photography.
Mindful and Therapeutic Photography for Groups and Communities
What to Expect
Join us for an enriching experience centred around mindful photography and therapeutic photography, designed for groups and communities both online and in-person.
Each session lasts around 3 hours and provides an inviting atmosphere with complimentary tea and snacks at our in-person gatherings. We’ll begin with a brief discussion to explore the principles of mindful photography, followed by an engaging outing in our local community where you’ll have the opportunity to practice these techniques firsthand.
If you’re interested in participating, please email at rebecca@mindfulphotography.org.uk. We look forward to capturing mindful moments together!
Don’t forget wherever you are EVERYONE can join our online facebook community.
More about your host:
Rebecca Rowan “I have been facilitating workshops linking photography and wellbeing for over 17 years. I am a qualified coach, adult and family education tutor, mindfulness teacher and facilitator, trained in participatory photography technique via PhotoVoice and Mental Health First Aid Level 3. I also hold a distinguished qualification in Therapeutic Photography from Robert Gordon University under the mentorship of Dr. Neil Gibson.”
Mindful Photography is a process of using your camera to slow down and take notice of your surroundings. You do not need any specialist equipment and it is accessible to all.
We want you to fully engage in the mindful photography experience; a mixture of live delivery and then time to reflect on your own allows you to progress at your own pace, at a time convenient to you.
Slow down, take notice and nurture awareness with Rebecca
In our recent online workshop in February 2025 participants said;
“I met myself recently, I knew that I existed but I wasn’t sure who I was or where I belonged. Mindful Photography was the beginning of my awakening”. Vicky, February 2025
“I found the course well organised, welcoming, it definitely benefited my mental health and I would definitely recommend it”, scary to creativity! Catherine, February 2025
“Rebecca facilitated a brilliant initial workshop and provided really interesting activities for us during the week. She was positive and encouraging in her approach. I really liked the fact that there was no pressure to post every day, and if the activities brought other things into play, we could post about those too. She provided a safe space for us to explore mindful photography, get to know each other, and celebrate our wins together”. Sinead, February 2025
“I definitely feel more empowered by the process because it stops me feeling controlled by anxiety and thoughts. It gets me out of my head and feels like a superpower I can use when I need it”. Beth, February 2024
“I love how photography can transform how things appear depending upon your perspective.” Linda, November 2023
Email Rebecca to receive the booking link for the next course
rebecca@mindfulphotography.org.uk
As a Community Interest Company, our focus is on serving the community and supporting individuals who may be facing challenges. Our priority is to make these courses accessible to all, therefore if appropriate, we will be offering a number of places at a lower cost.
Please send us an email if you would like to be considered for a reduced cost workshop. If you are in North Yorkshire have a look to see if you qualify for a Step Up, Rise2Thrive programme: https://betterconnect.org.uk/our-projects
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