The Ultimate Documentary Masterclass. This is our most comprehensive and immersive photography experience. Over two intensive days at York Place Studios in Scarborough, you will step inside our world for a total deconstruction of your craft. Led by Liam and Dominique Shaw, this residency is designed to bridge the gap between “taking pictures” and “creating authorship.”

The York Place Methodology We go far beyond basic settings. This residency is an interrogation of the documentary eye. We will do a deep-dive into your portfolio to identify the hidden patterns in your work, uncovering your natural strengths and identifying where your creative voice can be pushed further. We share every part of our own process – from how we layer complex frames to the psychological way we find consistency in the chaos of a wedding day.

A Bespoke Blueprint Your time in Scarborough is entirely tailored to your trajectory. Before you arrive, we audit your brand and body of work to ensure we focus on the areas that will trigger the most growth. Areas of exploration include:

• The Art of Layering: Mastering complex composition and multi-dimensional storytelling.

• The Instinctive Eye: How to “see” more opportunities and anticipate moments before they happen.

• Brand & Message: Aligning your website, business voice, and presentation with your artistic soul.

• Technical Transparency: A total “open book” on our settings, equipment, and workflow.

A Lasting Transformation This isn’t just about a better portfolio; it’s about a more passionate, sustainable way of working. You will leave the residency with a renewed sense of purpose, a refined technical toolkit, and the clarity to navigate the industry as a definitive documentary artist.

The Process

• Duration: 2 Full Days (In-Person at York Place Studios)

• Focus: Full-scale audit of Vision, Composition, Branding, and Philosophy.

• Booking: Following your purchase, we will contact you to schedule your residency.