Blackpool Grand Theatre is unveiling Architectural Lens: A Year of Exploration for 2025 – an exclusive photographic series led by internationally acclaimed photographer Sean Conboy. What a fabulous festive gift for photography professionals and enthusiasts alike!

Join a Grand master behind the lens as Blackpool Grand Theatre announces the thrilling new ARCHITECTURAL LENS: A YEAR OF EXPLORATION photography sessions with celebrated photographer SEAN CONBOY for 2025.

This exhilarating photography series will offer both enthusiasts and professionals a rare opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business. Snap up your tickets for now!

They make the perfect Christmas gift…

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary visual journey through the architectural gems of the North West with Architectural Lens: A Year of Exploration from January 2025 right through to January 2026, led by none other than the critically acclaimed photographer Sean Conboy and hosted by the iconic Blackpool Grand Theatre.

Each of the eight workshops are designed to be fully hands-on, with participants not only receiving technical advice from Sean, but also being encouraged to see these extraordinary venues in new ways. Whether attending a single session or booking the entire series of eight workshops, participants will leave with more than just stunning images—they’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the relationship between architecture and photography.

Each session in this series focuses on a unique architectural theme, offering participants the chance to unlock their creativity and capture history as they master a variety of techniques.

Here’s a sneak peek into the year long journey:

• January 2025 – The Imperial Hotel – Theme: Space & Scale
• February – Blackpool Transport Tram Workshop – Theme: Industry & Transport (Date TBC)
• March– Blackpool Tower Ballroom – Theme: Entertainment History & Heritage
• May – Lytham Hall – Theme: Light & Shadow
• July – Blackpool Promenade – Theme: People & Places
• September – Blackpool Pleasure Beach – Theme: Art Deco & Fascinating Structures
• November – Blackpool Town Hall – Theme: Modern Architecture & Sustainable Design
• January 2026 – Blackpool Grand Theatre – Theme: Details & Patterns (Date TBC)

Sean Conboy’s remarkable portfolio boasts over 30 years of capturing architectural wonders for illustrious clients like The Royal Opera House and The Savoy Hotel. Known for his ability to highlight the intricate beauty of both modern and historic buildings, Conboy’s unique style marries technical brilliance with a passion for storytelling through images – making him the ideal mentor for this highly anticipated series.

Head of Audiences, Marketing and Sales at Blackpool Grand Theatre, Andrew Howard, said: “Blackpool Grand Theatre is thrilled to host Architectural Lens: A Year of Exploration with Sean Conboy. This stunning new series offers a truly unique opportunity for participants to see the North West’s architectural gems through the eyes of one of the world’s foremost photographers. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an enthusiast, these sessions will inspire you to capture the essence and beauty of these historic venues in new and creative ways. It’s an unmissable journey for anyone with a passion for photography, architecture, or storytelling.”

Sean Conboy said: “This season of photography sessions will offer participants an up-close and personal exploration of eight iconic venues, each handpicked for its historical significance, architectural splendour and storytelling potential. Whether capturing the towering majesty of the Blackpool Tower Ballroom or the intimate details of Blackpool Grand Theatre’s ornate interiors, I will be there every step of the way to guide participants in finding their own creative voice through the lens.”

Don’t miss these fantastic opportunities to be given unrivalled photographic access to stunning architectural venues across the North West and learn photographic skills directly from internationally renowned photographer Sean Conboy. What a glorious gift!

Snap up tickets now! These sought-after sessions will be gone in a flash…

Architectural Lens: A Year of Exploration with Sean Conboy runs through eight sessions from January 2025 to January 2026 at legendary venues across the North West and is hosted by the beautiful Grade II* Blackpool Grand Theatre.

Each session is priced at £125 per person, with limited participants per session. Transport to each venue and lunch are not included.

• Wednesday 22 January 2025 from 11am to 1pm at The Imperial Hotel – Theme: Space & Scale
• February (date and time to be confirmed) at Blackpool Transport Tram Workshop – Theme: Industry & Transport
• Monday 10 March from 10am to 2pm at Blackpool Tower Ballroom – Theme: Entertainment History & Heritage
• Thursday 15 May from 9am to 11am at Lytham Hall – Theme: Light & Shadow
• Tue 8 July from 2pm to 4pm at Blackpool Promenade – Theme: People & Places
• Tue 30 September from 9am to 11am at Blackpool Pleasure Beach – Theme: Art Deco & Fascinating Structures
• Monday 24 November from 10am to 12noon at Blackpool Town Hall – Theme: Modern Architecture & Sustainable Design
• January 2026 (date and time to be confirmed) at Blackpool Grand Theatre – Theme: Details & Patterns

Please visit www.BlackpoolGrand.co.uk or call the Grand Theatre Box Office on 01253 290190 for bookings and further information.