Photography
Developing photography skills
Beginner-level photography course developing manual camera control, exposure, lens choice, lighting and composition through demonstrations and practical exercises.
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Upcoming classes
9 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12 Oct 2026 Mondays | 14:00 - 17:00 | Short course6 weeks | MichaelHarding | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | Book now |
10 Nov 2026 Tuesdays | 18:00 - 21:00 | Short course5 weeks | EdGregory | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
14 Nov 2026 Saturdays | 10:30 - 16:30 | Short course3 weeks | JadOakes | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
12 Jan 2027 Tuesdays | 10:00 - 13:00 | Short course5 weeks | MichaelHarding | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
13 Jan 2027 Wednesdays | 18:00 - 21:00 | Short course5 weeks | MichaelHarding | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
16 Jan 2027 Saturdays | 10:30 - 16:30 | Short course3 weeks | SaraEpstein | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
19 Apr 2027 Mondays | 18:00 - 21:00 | Short course6 weeks | SaraEpstein | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
22 Apr 2027 Thursdays | 10:00 - 13:00 | Short course5 weeks | RachelWegh | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 | |
27 Jun 2027 Sundays | 10:30 - 16:30 | Short course3 weeks | MichaelHarding | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £259.00 |
Tue 10 Nov, 18:00 - 21:00
5 weeks5 weeksTue 18:00£259EdGregoryKeeley StreetSat 14 Nov, 10:30 - 16:30
3 weeks3 weeksSat 10:30£259JadOakesKeeley StreetTue 12 Jan, 10:00 - 13:00
5 weeks5 weeksTue 10:00£259MichaelHardingKeeley StreetWed 13 Jan, 18:00 - 21:00
5 weeks5 weeksWed 18:00£259MichaelHardingKeeley StreetSat 16 Jan, 10:30 - 16:30
3 weeks3 weeksSat 10:30£259SaraEpsteinKeeley StreetMon 19 Apr, 18:00 - 21:00
6 weeks6 weeksMon 18:00£259SaraEpsteinKeeley StreetThu 22 Apr, 10:00 - 13:00
5 weeks5 weeksThu 10:00£259RachelWeghKeeley StreetSun 27 Jun, 10:30 - 16:30
3 weeks3 weeksSun 10:30£259MichaelHardingKeeley Street
About this course
The course develops existing technical knowledge through work with manual camera functions, exposure, lens selection, lighting, shadow and composition. Participants explore different photographic themes and styles, including creative exposure effects, silhouettes and backlit images, while considering how to use light and flash effectively. Teaching combines tutor demonstrations, illustrated lectures and practical exercises. Learners work independently and with others, review their own and classmates’ images, and use Google Classroom to share comments, access materials and upload images for group critiques.
What you'll learn
- Operate aperture and shutter speed controls on a manually adjustable camera.
- Apply exposure readings in challenging conditions and use exposure creatively.
- Create silhouette images and manage backlit scenes.
- Select lenses for different photographic purposes.
- Use light, flash and shadow to shape images.
- Evaluate photographic work to identify strengths and areas for further development.
Is this course right for you?
Although labelled Beginner, the course is intended for learners with a basic technical grounding rather than complete newcomers. Participants need to understand ISO, aperture, shutter speed and white balance, and be able to change manual settings. The course includes demonstrations, independent tasks, paired and group work, discussion, image critique and simple calculations.
- Requires familiarity with manual camera controls and basic exposure terminology.
- Suitable for digital SLR, mirrorless or 35mm film camera users, but not point-and-shoot users.
- Includes independent photography alongside paired and group activities.
- Requires following written and spoken instructions and using simple measurements and calculations.
Before you go
- Bring a notebook and a digital or 35mm film SLR camera with any lenses available.
- A camera can be provided for use during class if needed, but equipment cannot be lent between taught sessions.
- Film users need to arrange film processing and printing independently; the provider does not sell or process film.