Photojournalism Short Course

About this course

Participants develop a photo essay from an initial story idea, considering how establishing shots, portraits, details and action images work together. The course covers researching subjects, making creative and technical decisions, and editing a coherent sequence of photographs. Sessions also examine photojournalism’s history, analyse work by influential practitioners, and discuss legal, ethical and professional issues, including current opportunities in the field.

What you'll learn

• Research and develop ideas for a photojournalistic story
• Construct a photo essay using establishing, portrait, detail and action shots
• Edit photographs into a coherent visual sequence
• Analyse the work and approaches of influential photojournalists
• Recognise legal and ethical issues in photojournalism

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for photographers and photography enthusiasts exploring editorial or documentary work, including those documenting travel or charity projects. Although described as beginner/intermediate, learners should have basic computer knowledge and be able to use a camera competently.

• Suitable for learners exploring photojournalism before committing to a longer course
• Requires basic computer knowledge
• Learners should already be competent camera users