Liam Kidney Photography

Name: Liam Kidney Photography
Address: 50 Ros Ard, Mount William Court, Athlone, N37P5F3, IE
Telephone: +353872227331
Price range: ££

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I have worked as a professional photographer for the past fifteen years, specialising in weddings. I currently live in Athlone, Co.

I have worked as a professional photographer for the past eight years, specialising in weddings. Westmeath but cover weddings nationwide. I am passionate about all aspects of photography. As well as wedding photography I also love Wildlife, Landscape, Sport and Portrait photography. In the past three years I have been running photography courses for beginners and Intermediate photographers in Athlone. Teaching is a great way to share my passion for photography. I love travelling and I have spent a lot of time in Africa photographing it's people and it's wildlife. I have worked with the Friends of Londiani Charity in Kenya and I have visited and documented their work many times since 2007. This year I ran an exhibition in the Tuar Ard Gallery showcasing the people and wildlife of East Africa. I am a member of the Irish Professional Photographers Association (IPPA) and The Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers (SWPP). This year I was the "Winner of the 2015 IPPA Best Classic Wedding Portfolio" and "Winner of the 2015 IPPA Best Classic Wedding Single Image" awards. I won a Silver medal with Irish Photographic Federation in 2014. I won the Travel Photographer of The Year Award for 2009 with the SWPP and I have also won several Gold awards with the SWPP. Please contact me to discuss your upcoming event, either via our website www.liamkidney.com, email [email protected] or on my mobile at +353 (0) 87 222 7331

26/10/2026

🏅 Dublin Marathon 2026 – What an incredible day! 🏃‍♂️🇮🇪

31 years after my last marathon, I crossed the finish line in Dublin yesterday in 4:29:15, and I couldn’t be happier!

When I started Couch to 5K just 18 months ago, I never imagined I’d be running another marathon. It’s been quite a journey, and yesterday made every kilometre of training worthwhile.

But what really made the day unforgettable were the crowds. I honestly don’t think I’ve ever experienced anything quite like it. The thousands of people lining the streets, cheering, shouting encouragement, playing music and calling out our names were simply incredible. The atmosphere was electric. I'm still buzzing from it all.

I won’t pretend it was easy. The last 10 km in particular were incredibly tough, and my legs were certainly letting me know about it! But I don’t think I’ve ever been so happy to see a finish line. That feeling of crossing it after 31 years is something I’ll never forget. It was very emotional. So much had changed in that time both positive and negative.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported and encouraged me throughout the training and on the day itself. Every message, cheer and word of encouragement meant so much.

A special thank you to Laura, Áine and Seán for putting up with all the training, the long runs and the early mornings, and for being my biggest supporters. ❤️

And I’m absolutely delighted to have raised almost €2,500 for Brighter Communities Worldwide! Knowing that this money will help support the fantastic work they do in communities in Kenya makes every ache, pain and difficult kilometre worthwhile.

A massive thank you to everyone who donated so generously. I really appreciate it.

If anyone would still like to contribute, there’s still time. Every donation makes a difference.

❤️ My fundraising page:
https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/LK39146342

Feeling very grateful today, a little sore, but still smiling!

What a day. What a city. What an experience! 🏅🇮🇪

15/10/2026

It's hard to believe that in just over a week's time I'll be lining up for the Dublin City Marathon, 31 years after running my last one!
In April 2025, I decided to give running another go after a very very long break. I started with a Couch to 5K programme, and I can still remember how much of an achievement it felt to run 5km without stopping. Back then, the thought of running another marathon seemed a very long way off.

I ran the Dublin Marathon 32 years ago and London in 1995. I've always had it in the back of my mind that I'd love to do a third, but for one reason or another, it never happened.

Over the past 18 months, I've gradually built up the distances. My first 10km race was last September, followed by the Mullingar Half Marathon in March. I managed to break two hours in the Limerick Half Marathon in June, took over two minutes off my PB at the Athlone Half Marathon a few weeks ago, and recently completed 32km in Longwood, my final big training run before Dublin.

It hasn't all been plain sailing. There have been plenty of tired legs, aches and pains, and days when getting out the door was the hardest part! But I've really enjoyed the challenge, and I'm delighted to have made it this far.
I'm also delighted to be running for Brighter Communities Worldwide, a charity that's very close to my heart.

My sister Maria was involved in setting up the charity following a trip to Kenya in 2002. Since 2007, I've been lucky enough to travel to Kenya five or six times with Brighter Communities Worldwide, photographing their projects and seeing for myself the difference their work makes to communities there. Their work covers everything from clean water and sanitation to healthcare, education and helping people build sustainable livelihoods. It's a fantastic charity, and one I'm very proud to support.

So on Sunday, 25 October, I'll hopefully be tackling those 42.2km around Dublin. I have a time in mind, but more than anything, I want to enjoy the day and cross that finish line. After 31 years, I think that would be a pretty special feeling.

If anyone would like to sponsor me, I'd really appreciate it. Every donation, big or small, will go towards supporting the work of Brighter Communities Worldwide.
You can donate here: https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/LK39146342
And if you're not in a position to donate, sharing this post would be a great help too.
Thanks a million to everyone who has supported and encouraged me along the way. It's been quite a journey from Couch to 5K to 42.2km! 🏃‍♂️

01/10/2026

Delighted to see the first of my new fortnightly photography columns published in this week’s Athlone Topic! 📸

The first piece is titled “Your phone takes great photos, so why learn photography?” and looks at why understanding light, composition, timing and your camera still matters, even when the phone in your pocket is capable of taking incredible images.

Over the coming months I’ll be writing about photography in all its forms, from simple tips to help improve your images, to camera settings, composition, light, landscapes, portraits and the important role photography plays in recording our families, communities and local history.

I’m genuinely delighted to have the opportunity to contribute regularly to a local paper I’ve known for years, and hopefully encourage a few more people to pick up a camera, experiment and enjoy photography.

A big thank you to the team at the Athlone Topic for giving photography such a prominent spread for the first column too. It looks fantastic.

If you get a chance, pick up this week’s copy and have a read. I’d love to hear what you think, and if there’s a photography topic you’d like me to cover in a future column, let me know below.

📷 New photography column every fortnight in the Athlone Topic

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23/09/2026

📸 NEW COURSE DATE — THURSDAY, 1 OCTOBER

The good news is that there’s now a little more time to join my upcoming Beginner Digital Photography Course in Athlone.

The course will begin next week on Thursday, 1 October, and is suitable for complete beginners as well as photographers who already know a little and want to become more confident and creative.

We’ll explore camera settings, focus, exposure, composition, portraits, landscapes, wildlife, sports photography, flash and an introduction to Lightroom editing.

Most importantly, it’s a practical and relaxed course designed to help you move beyond Auto Mode and start taking creative control of your photography.

📅 New start date: Thursday, 1 October
🕢 7.30pm–9.30pm
📍 Shannon Academy, Athlone
📸 7 classes + outdoor practical shoot
💶 €200

Full details and booking:

https://www.liamkidney.com/photography-classes/beginner-digital-photography-course-athlone

📧 [email protected]
📱 087-2227331

If you’ve been thinking about improving your photography, this is a great opportunity to get started.

Please share this post with anyone who might enjoy the course.

16/09/2026

📸 STILL STUCK ON AUTO?

A photograph like this isn’t simply about being in the right place at the right time.

It’s about recognising the light, understanding your camera settings and knowing how to capture the scene the way you see it.

My next Beginner Digital Photography Course begins in Athlone on Thursday, 24 September.

Despite the name, the course isn’t only for complete beginners. It’s also ideal for anyone who already understands some of the basics but wants to become more confident, creative and consistent with their photography.

During the course, we’ll explore:

📷 Aperture, shutter speed and ISO
📷 Focus and exposure
📷 Composition and creative techniques
📷 Portrait, landscape, wildlife and sports photography
📷 Flash photography
📷 An introduction to Lightroom editing

The course is practical, relaxed and easy to follow, with plenty of opportunities to use what you learn.

📅 Starts Thursday 24 September
🕢 7.30pm–9.30pm
📍 Shannon Academy, Athlone
📸 7 classes + outdoor practical shoot
💶 €200

Full details and booking:

https://www.liamkidney.com/photography-classes/beginner-digital-photography-course-athlone

📧 [email protected]
📱 087-2227331

If you’re unsure whether the course would suit your current experience level, please send me a message.

I’d also really appreciate it if you could share this post with anyone who might enjoy learning more about photography.

10/09/2026

📸 **Still letting your camera make all the decisions?**

Maybe you have a good camera but still find yourself using Auto Mode.

Or perhaps you already understand some of the basics, but you'd love to become more confident and take your photography a step further.

My next **Beginner Digital Photography Course in Athlone** starts on **Thursday 24 September at 7.30pm**.

Despite the name, the course isn't just for complete beginners. It's also ideal for anyone who already knows a little about photography but wants to better understand their camera and become more creative and confident.

We'll cover camera settings including aperture, shutter speed and ISO, as well as composition, portraits, landscapes, wildlife, sports photography, flash and Lightroom editing.

Most importantly, the course is practical and relaxed, with plenty of opportunities to actually use what you learn.

📍 Shannon Academy, Garden Vale, Athlone
📅 Starts Thursday 24 September
🕢 7.30pm to 9.30pm
📸 7 classes + outdoor practical shoot
💶 €200

Full details are here:

https://www.liamkidney.com/photography-classes/beginner-digital-photography-course-athlone

If you're not sure whether the course would suit your current level, just send me a message and I'll be happy to advise.

And if you know someone who has a good camera that spends far too much time on Auto Mode, please tag them or share this with them. 📷

09/03/2026

📸 Advanced Photography Course – Starting Thursday 12th March

Are you comfortable with the basics of photography but want to take your images to the next level?

My Advanced Photography Course begins on Thursday 12th March in Athlone, and it’s designed for photographers who already understand the fundamentals (especially the exposure triangle) and want to develop their skills and confidence behind the camera.

During the course we will explore:

📷 Portrait lighting using natural light, studio lights and off-camera flash
🌄 Landscape photography techniques including filters, composition and planning shots
🖥 Editing workflow using Lightroom Classic and Photoshop
📸 Constructive photo critiques to help improve your photography
🗂 Backup strategies to protect your images

We’ll also organise a landscape photography trip to Connemara, giving you the opportunity to practise what you learn in a relaxed and friendly environment.

You don’t need to be an expert — if you understand the basics and want to grow creatively, this course is the perfect next step.

📍 Athlone
📅 Starting Thursday 12th March

Full details here:
https://www.liamkidney.com/photography-classes/advanced-photography-course-athlone

If you have any questions feel free to message me.

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If you’d like, I can also show you one small trick that typically doubles enquiries on posts like this (it’s just a 2-line change photographers use when promoting workshops).

02/02/2026

Last week I photographed some of the dance students from the in Moate in the . The girls were aged from 6-15 but with the guidance of their teacher they are super talented. It was a fab fun creative shoot and enjoyed by all. I was assisted on the day by and

07/01/2026

📷 Digital Photography Course – Athlone

Do you have a camera but feel you’re not getting the results you’d like?
Would you like to understand how your camera really works and take more confident, creative photos?

My Digital Photography Course is a practical, hands-on course designed to help you move beyond auto mode and start taking control of your photography.

🗓 Starts: Thursday, 15th January
⏰ Time: 7.30pm
📍 Venue: The Shannon Academy, 2 & 3 Garden Vale, Athlone

What you’ll learn:

✔ Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO & the Exposure Triangle
✔ Composition techniques that improve every photo
✔ Landscape, wildlife, portrait & sports photography
✔ Flash & night photography
✔ Photo editing using Adobe Lightroom

Who is it for?

✔ Beginners
✔ Intermediate photographers looking for a refresher
✔ DSLR and mirrorless camera users

🎯 Small group learning
🎯 Clear, jargon-free explanations
🎯 Plenty of practical advice

👉 Book your place here:
https://www.liamkidney.com/photography-classes/beginner-digital-photography-course-athlone

📞 087 222 7331
📧 [email protected]

Spaces are limited — feel free to tag a friend who might be interested.

02/11/2025

💀✨ Festival of the Dead – Athlone Photography Club Masterclass ✨💀

As part of last weekend’s Portrait Masterclass, we wanted to do something a little different — something bold, creative, and full of colour. Together, Martha and Louie brought incredible energy to this Mexican Festival of the Dead–themed shoot, while Rachel Connolly from Fierce Fun Faces worked her magic with stunning face painting that completely transformed the look.

It was a real collaboration between all of us — photography, modelling, and makeup — to create something special that mixed light, texture, and storytelling.

A huge thanks to everyone involved for helping bring this vision to life! 🙌

Address

50 Ros Ard, Mount William Court
Athlone
N37P5F3

Telephone

+353872227331

Website

https://linktr.ee/liamkidneyphotography

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