Focus On

Be part of Focus On, a community of photographers helping each other flourish with guidance from Sheenah Kershaw, a professional photographer and tutor with over 30 years experience and hundreds of happy photographers.

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Photography Workshops

Where you’ll learn and unlearn so you can release yourself, and Focus On your own creative expression.

Photography Classes

For new and long time lens lovers on topics and techniques that allow you to Focus On developing your craft. Bespoke 1-1 and GCSE coaching also available

Photography Walks

With fellow photographers, usually across West Yorkshire and Cumbria sometimes wild, sometimes urban; always with a Focus On finding our own inspiration and encouraging others

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Privacy Policy (Focus On)Last updated: April 2026Who we areFocus On is a photography community and events project run by Sheenah Kershaw (UK-based).If you have any questions about this privacy policy or your data, you can contact me at:
[email protected]What information I collectWhen you sign up to the Focus On newsletter, I collect the information you provide, such as:your email address
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MailerLite may also collect basic technical information such as your IP address, device type, and email engagement (e.g. whether you opened an email or clicked a link).Why I collect itI collect your details so I can:send you the Focus On newsletter
share updates about photography events, workshops, community news, and related content
occasionally ask for feedback, polls, or opinions to improve what I offer
I don’t use your information for anything unrelated, and I don’t sell it. Ever.The legal basis for processing your dataUnder UK GDPR, the legal basis I rely on is consent.
That means you only receive emails because you have actively signed up.You can withdraw your consent at any time by unsubscribing.How your data is storedYour data is stored securely using MailerLite, which is the email marketing platform I use to manage the Focus On newsletter.MailerLite may store data outside the UK, but they are required to follow GDPR-compliant safeguards.You can view MailerLite’s privacy policy here: MailerLiteWho your data is shared withYour information is only processed through MailerLite for the purpose of sending emails.I do not share your data with any other third parties, and I do not sell or rent your data to anyone.How long I keep your informationI keep your information for as long as you remain subscribed to the Focus On newsletter.If you unsubscribe, your details will be removed from my mailing list automatically. In some cases, MailerLite may keep a record of unsubscribed addresses to make sure you aren’t accidentally re-added.Your rightsUnder UK GDPR, you have the right to:request access to the personal data I hold about you
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You can unsubscribe at any time using the link at the bottom of every email.Cookies and trackingMailerLite may use tracking tools to show basic email engagement (such as open rates and link clicks). This helps me understand what content people enjoy and improve the newsletter.Links to other websitesOccasionally, emails may contain links to external websites (such as Eventbrite or photography resources). I’m not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.Changes to this policyThis privacy policy may be updated occasionally. Any changes will be reflected on this page, with the updated date shown at the top

Focus On Giveaways: Terms & Conditions1. PromoterAll giveaways and prize draws (“Promotions”) are run by Focus On Photography, hosted by Sheenah Kershaw (the “Promoter”).
For any queries, email focusonphotographers.co.uk2. EligibilityUnless otherwise stated, Promotions are open to UK residents aged 18 or over.3. How to enterEntry methods will be clearly stated in the relevant newsletter, social media post, website page, or event listing.No purchase is necessary unless explicitly stated.4. Entry requirementsEntries must be the entrant’s own original work (including any photographs submitted).The Promoter may request proof of authorship.Entries containing offensive, inappropriate, or unlawful content will be disqualified.The Promoter reserves the right to disqualify any entry that breaches these Terms.5. Entry limitsUnless otherwise stated, entrants may submit multiple entries, but only one prize will be awarded per person.6. Promotion periodEach Promotion will have a start date and closing date, stated in the relevant post/email.
Entries submitted after the closing date will not be included.7. Prize detailsPrize details will be stated in the relevant Promotion announcement.Prizes are non-transferable and no cash alternative will be offered unless explicitly stated.Travel, accommodation, and personal expenses are not included unless specified.8. Winner selectionUnless otherwise stated, winners will be selected either:at random, orby judging (for creative competitions)The selection method will be stated clearly in the Promotion announcement.9. Winner announcement and contactWinners will be contacted using the method available through their entry (e.g. email, Instagram message, Facebook message).If a winner does not respond within 7 days, the Promoter reserves the right to select an alternative winner.10. Use of submitted photographsWhere photographs are submitted as part of a Promotion, entrants grant the Promoter permission to share the images on Focus On platforms (including newsletter, social media, and website) with credit.Entrants may request removal of an image at any time by contacting the Promoter.11. Platform disclaimerPromotions are not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Facebook, Instagram, Meta, or any other third-party platform, unless explicitly stated.12. GeneralThe Promoter reserves the right to cancel, amend, or withdraw a Promotion if necessary due to circumstances beyond their control.By entering any Promotion, entrants agree to these Terms & Conditions.