Photography
Studio Lighting for Photography Courses
An improver-level practical workshop covering studio flash, lighting modifiers, portrait setups and working with a model.
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Upcoming classes
10 classes
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3 Oct 2026 Saturday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | JamesRoss | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | Book now |
30 Oct 2026 Friday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | JamesRoss | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
19 Nov 2026 Thursday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | JamesRoss | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
18 Dec 2026 Friday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | JamesRoss | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
12 Jan 2027 Tuesday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
6 Feb 2027 Saturday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
23 Mar 2027 Tuesday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
17 Apr 2027 Saturday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
12 May 2027 Wednesday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 | |
18 Jun 2027 Friday | 10:30 - 16:30 | One-day class1 day | CityAcademy PhotographyTutors | Photoion StudioWaterloo | £195.00 |
Fri 30 Oct, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 dayFri 10:30£195JamesRossPhotoion StudioThu 19 Nov, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 dayThu 10:30£195JamesRossPhotoion StudioFri 18 Dec, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 dayFri 10:30£195JamesRossPhotoion StudioTue 12 Jan, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 dayTue 10:30£195CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioSat 6 Feb, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 daySat 10:30£195CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioTue 23 Mar, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 dayTue 10:30£195CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioSat 17 Apr, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 daySat 10:30£195CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioWed 12 May, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 dayWed 10:30£195CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion StudioFri 18 Jun, 10:30 - 16:30
1 day1 dayFri 10:30£195CityAcademy PhotographyTutorsPhotoion Studio
About this course
This practical studio workshop examines how flash, modifiers, backgrounds and props affect portrait lighting. Participants analyse lighting looks associated with well-known photographers, then use a model to observe and adjust the position and quality of light. The course covers soft and hard lighting, one-, two- and three-light setups, coloured gels, and techniques including Rembrandt, clamshell, butterfly, high-key and low-key lighting. Participants trial different approaches with studio equipment and create a selection of portrait work.
What you'll learn
- Apply studio flash techniques to portrait photography
- Use softboxes, beauty dishes, umbrellas, snoots and reflectors to modify light
- Set up one-, two- and three-light arrangements
- Use Rembrandt, clamshell, butterfly, high-key and low-key lighting techniques
- Position a subject in relation to studio lights, backgrounds and props
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for improver-level photographers working in a practical studio setting with a model. A good understanding of basic exposure and confidence using a camera’s manual settings are strongly advised, so it may suit learners developing beyond fundamental camera controls.
- Participation involves hands-on work with studio flash equipment and lighting setups
- Learners work with a model during the practical exercises
Before you go
- Lighting equipment, props and backgrounds are provided.
- Bring a mirrorless, DSLR or compact camera with full manual controls. A camera can be borrowed if needed.
- A camera manual, fully charged battery and empty memory card are recommended.
- Comfortable shoes are recommended.
- An external flash may be brought if owned.