Photography
Documentary Photography Courses
Improver-level photographers develop documentary storytelling through an on-location photo essay focused on a London theme.
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Upcoming classes
5 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22 Sept 2026 Tuesday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | RichardMorgan | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £150.00 | Book now |
4 Dec 2026 Friday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | RichardMorgan | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £150.00 | |
13 Jan 2027 Wednesday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £150.00 | |
22 Mar 2027 Monday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £150.00 | |
15 Jun 2027 Tuesday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £150.00 |
Fri 4 Dec, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayFri 10:30£150RichardMorganPhotoion StudioWed 13 Jan, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayWed 10:30£150CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioMon 22 Mar, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayMon 10:30£150CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioTue 15 Jun, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayTue 10:30£150CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion Studio
About this course
The course centres on creating a photo essay about a current-affairs or social-issue theme in London. On location, learners receive guidance on documentary photography theory, its history, composition, subject selection and visual storytelling. Sessions also address visual criticism, debate, new visual writing, and ethical and safe practice in the field. Learners consider how to plan and develop a portfolio for possible exhibition or publication, with practical advice provided throughout the workshop.
What you'll learn
- Explain key ideas and historical developments in documentary photography.
- Apply documentary photography styles and composition approaches to a chosen subject.
- Develop a photo essay with a clear visual narrative.
- Assess photographic work through visual criticism and debate.
- Plan a portfolio for potential exhibition or publication while considering ethics and safety in the field.
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for improver-level photographers developing beyond fundamental techniques. Participation involves working on location, selecting a topical subject and producing an individual photo essay, with guidance throughout the process.
- Includes photography work on location in London.
- The main project responds to current affairs or social issues.
- Learners develop work towards a portfolio for exhibition or publication.
Before you go
- Bring a mirrorless, DSLR or compact camera with full manual controls. A camera can be borrowed if needed.
- Bring the camera manual, a fully charged battery and an empty memory card.
- Bring a light rucksack or camera bag and comfortable shoes.
- A lightweight tripod may be brought optionally.