In March<\/a>, the National Gallery made headlines when it outlawed visitors\u2019 use of selfie sticks. Neither does the Gallery permit use of tripods or monopods.<\/p>\nA spokesperson said today: \u2018The lectures will be focusing on different areas of photography such as the history, how photography influenced painters and looking at various lighting techniques.<\/p>\n
\u2018The use of smartphones with Wi-Fi access will be encouraged as photos will be shared online and with the group who can then offer advice for improvement\/different techniques etc.\u2019<\/p>\n
The first of the lunchtime talks will take place on 2 September (from 1pm-1.40pm), entitled \u2018Looking machines: Cameras before photography\u2019.<\/p>\n
Others in the series include a session called \u2018The pencil of nature: Photography as the tool of science\u2019 (16 September) and \u2018Hold that pose: What photography taught painters\u2019 (30 September).<\/p>\n
Participants are urged to bring a smartphone or tablet with a built-in camera and internet access. Following a practical brief, they will be encouraged to share their images on Instagram.<\/p>\n
The Gallery\u2019s photo restrictions include the use of flash. In a statement, issued in March, it said: \u2018Photography is allowed for personal, non-commercial purposes at the National Gallery \u2013 however, there are a few exceptions in order to protect paintings, copyright of loans, individual privacy and the overall visitor experience.<\/p>\n
\u2018Therefore, the use of flash and tripods is not permitted.\u2019<\/p>\n
The Gallery said its visitor-facing staff are \u2018fully briefed and instructed to ensure we are striking the correct balance between visitor experience and the security and safety of works on display\u2019.<\/p>\n
Its March statement added: \u2018Therefore, they will use their discretion on a case-by-case basis in preventing photography that puts the safety of the collection at risk or obstructs other visitors.\u2019<\/p>\n
For details of all the talks in the series visit
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