Photography masterclass: colour

This photo is a veritable riot of colour. Taken on the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, with the 'tilt and shift' miniature setting giving it an unusual and slightly surreal feel. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

More interesting signage - a favourite device of Brian's, who says it's always worth looking out for interesting shapes and colours on road signs and shop signs. Taken on the Canon SX210 IS, with the 'tilt and shift' miniature setting again adding an interesting effect. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

Could this image be any more colourful? Again, Brian's incorporated some interesting signage into the shot. Taken on the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, with tilt and shift deployed. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

Seville seems to be awash with strong, warm colours - but this woman has chosen to wear something a little more restrained. Her partying is still exuberant however... Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

The subtle tones of brown, green and red complement each other well here, with the composition showing a novel take on the portrait shot. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

Horsing around... some caballeros parade their horsemanship skills in front of some intricately patterned and brightly coloured stalls. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

This cheerful (and colourful) woman bangs a tamborine on the streets of Seville. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

Musicians at La Feria de Abril in Seville. The dark jacket of the moody looking band member contrasts well with the red arch in the background. Note how the line of his shoulders is echoed in the streetlamp - an interesting way to frame the subject. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

The theme of this masterclass may be colour, but composition is just as important when choosing your shot. This unusual angle sums up Seville's identity as an ancient and modern city. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

In the pink... more vibrant colours (and dancing feet) captured by Brian during his visit to Seville. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

Another in a series of Brian's shots of flamenco dancers' feet, this time taken on the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, with the shutter speed priority manual setting in operation. The reflection on the damp pavement makes this photo stand out. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

Strike a pose... these three revellers show off their finery. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

Seville's biggest fan... The interplay of light and shade work really well in this shot. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

We're back to the vivid colours here, as Brian bids farewell to Seville. Next week's masterclass is on the theme of abstract photography. Taken on Brian’s Canon EOS 5D. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

More subtle colours this time. With the horses in the background and the road and cycle land in the foreground, this image is a study in modes of transport. Taken on the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, with the miniature setting selected. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk

People don't have the monopoly in colour. The reds and whites of the tablecloths reflects the signage behind. Taken on the Canon PowerShot SX210 IS, with the toy like appearance again created by the 'tilt and shift' miniature function. Photograph: Brian Sweeney/guardian.co.uk