Photography
Speedlite (Off Camera) Photography Classes
An improver-level photography workshop on using off-camera speedlites for portrait work through indoor and outdoor practical sessions.
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Upcoming classes
5 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15 Sept 2026 Tuesday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | HollyFalconer | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £185.00 | Book now |
2 Dec 2026 Wednesday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | HollyFalconer | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £185.00 | |
11 Jan 2027 Monday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £185.00 | |
12 Mar 2027 Friday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £185.00 | |
1 Jun 2027 Tuesday | 10:30 - 16:00 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £185.00 |
Wed 2 Dec, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayWed 10:30£185HollyFalconerPhotoion StudioMon 11 Jan, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayMon 10:30£185CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioFri 12 Mar, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayFri 10:30£185CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioTue 1 Jun, 10:30 - 16:00
1 day1 dayTue 10:30£185CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion Studio
About this course
The workshop focuses on controlling a speedlite away from the camera for portrait photography. Participants examine flashgun power, settings, capacity and exposure modes, then apply camera metering and manual controls during practical sessions indoors and outdoors with a model. The course also covers flash triggers, stands, shapers and modifiers, including the construction of budget modifiers. Participants explore composition, posing, communication and direction, as well as lighting setups such as low key and high key. Teaching takes place in a small group.
What you'll learn
- Explain the main features, settings, power controls and exposure modes of a speedlite.
- Apply manual camera settings, light-meter readings and metering modes when working with flash.
- Use speedlite accessories including triggers, stands, shapers and modifiers.
- Construct budget shapers and modifiers for flash photography.
- Direct and photograph a model using considered composition, posing and communication.
- Create low-key and high-key lighting setups with off-camera speedlites.
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for improver-level portrait photographers developing beyond fundamental camera techniques. A good understanding of basic exposure and confidence using manual camera settings are strongly advised. Participation includes practical work indoors and outdoors with a model, in a small group.
- Novice photographers may benefit from taking a beginner course first.
- The course involves practical portrait sessions with a model.
- Participants work in a group limited to eight students.
Before you go
- A mirrorless, DSLR or compact camera with full manual controls is required; the provider can provide a camera if needed.
- A tripod is recommended if owned, and the provider can provide one where necessary.
- A speedlite or external flash is optional if owned rather than essential to bring.
- Participants are advised to bring their camera manual, a fully charged battery and an empty memory card.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended.