Ideas for Successful Photography Short Course

About this course

The course combines taking and reviewing photographs with writing, discussion and reflection on the intentions behind photographic work. Participants explore how ideas develop, use other art forms to stimulate new concepts, and consider their own images alongside those of others. Teaching includes a London gallery visit and a talk from an expert curator. The course concludes with a portfolio of work that brings together the ideas developed during the course.

What you'll learn

• Identify sources and intentions within photographic ideas
• Develop a critical approach to evaluating personal and other photographers’ work
• Use other art forms to stimulate photographic concepts
• Practise lateral thinking in the development of photographic ideas
• Produce a portfolio that reflects developing skills and concepts

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for anyone interested in photography, from beginners to seasoned professionals. It involves regular image-making, looking, writing and discussion, with an emphasis on developing ideas and critical thought.

• Suitable for learners at different levels of photography experience
• Participation includes both individual photographic practice and discussion of work

Before you go

• Course work will be hosted on Instagram.