Autumn workshop dates announced

The last scheduled workshop dates for the year have just been finalised and are as follows:

Warkworth and the Northumberland Coast - 6th September 2009

Join photographer David Taylor on a one-day workshop on the Northumbrian coast in the villages of Warkworth and Amble.

Dunstanburgh Castle & Northumberland Coast - 20th September 2009

Join Jason Friend as he explores the spectacular Northumberland Heritage Coast between the small fishing Village of Craster and the picturesque Embleton Bay, including a visit to the grounds of Dunstanburgh Castle.

Allen Banks and Staward Gorge Estate - 17th October 2009

Join Jason Friend on an autumn workshop exploring the largest area of ancient woodland remaining in Northumberland.

Newcastle upon Tyne Quayside & Jesmond Dene - 18th October 2009

Join Jason Friend on a unique workshop exploring the natural delights of the Jesmond Dene in autumn and the impressive constructions of the Newcastle upon Tyne quayside.

Go exclusive - '1 on 1' Workshop bookings now available

We are also delighted to announce that it is now possible to book an exclusive place on one of our scheduled workshops (only available if the workshop has no prior bookings) for only £150, which is great value for guaranteed private tuition. Our popular and very flexible '1 on 1' workshops are also available throughout the year at a location of your choice. Click here for further information.

Portrait of Tyneside released

My latest book, Portrait of Tyneside, has now been released and can be ordered online from Amazon.

Tyneside is a region where the past, present and future combine to form an eclectic melting pot in the North East of England. Host to the City of Newcastle Upon Tyne and the spiritual home of ‘The Geordies’, the historic glories of its heavy industries mean that there is an undeniably strong industrial heritage to be found in the area.

Nevertheless, situated between the Northumberland and Durham Heritage Coasts, the coastline adjoining the North Sea and Tyneside is undoubtedly beautiful, and whilst there are some stretches of the coast that display the marvels of human endeavour to tame nature there are plenty of other stretches that embrace the power of the wild and maintain their natural appearance.

Unquestionably, the heart of Tyneside is the River Tyne, the main artery running from the coast dividing the regions of north and south Tyneside on a journey through Newcastle and beyond. Life on the Tyne has changed throughout the years. The Romans exploited the strategic values of the river by choosing to start the spectacular Hadrian’sWall alongside the Tyne, along with a number of forts that can still be found inTyneside.

Recently the face of theTyne has had a facelift in the form of an ongoing redevelopment plan that has seen a number of luxury apartments,modern architecture and world-class tourist attractions adorn the river. Inland Tyneside is host to a plethora of landscapes including picturesque villages, working agricultural land and sites of historical importance.

A visit toTyneside has something to offer everyone, whilst for the resident there is always plenty more to discover. Jason Friend captures all of this friendly variety in more than 140 full-colour images which encapsulate the history, heritage, character and scenery of the Geordie heartland.

To celebrate the launch of the book, I will be attending the Blackwells Bookshop, 141 Percy Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, for a book signing session on the 9th May between 11.30am - 1.30pm. If you would prefer a signed copy but are unable to attend the event, please contact me to order a copy directly.