Professional Photography Course
Professional Photography Course
This course will be led by a professional photographer. The course will teach you how to understand and master the settings on your camera including shutter speed, aperture, and other essential functions of SLR cameras.
You will learn how to control exposure, create the desired depth of field, and capture beautiful images. The course emphasises both technical proficiency and creative expression.
At the end of this course you’ll have the skills to confidently handle a variety of photographic projects.
Key Learning Points
Key Learning Points
- Get the most from your camera's full feature set
- Tell compelling visual stories through your lens
- Use aperture creatively to control depth of field
- Freeze or convey motion with shutter speed
- Bracket shots to guarantee the perfect exposure
If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.
Please bring a camera with you, all other equipment will be provided. You need no previous photography experience to attend this course.
Who is this course for?
For anyone who wants to develop their photography skills — including hobbyists, bloggers, marketers and small business owners. Bring your own camera. No prior experience required.
Expert Trainers
Course leader is an experienced industry expert
Course Dates
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6th Aug 26 | Thu | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £50.00 | £349.00 + VAT | |
| 26th Oct 26 | Mon | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 13th Jan 27 | Wed | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 10th Mar 27 | Wed | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 17th May 27 | Mon | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6th Aug 26 | Thu | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £50.00 | £349.00 + VAT | |
| 26th Oct 26 | Mon | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 13th Jan 27 | Wed | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 10th Mar 27 | Wed | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT | ||
| 17th May 27 | Mon | London Islington | Available | £399.00 | £399.00 + VAT |
Course Dates
6th Aug 26 (Thu)
26th Oct 26 (Mon)
13th Jan 27 (Wed)
10th Mar 27 (Wed)
17th May 27 (Mon)
Course Outline
Introduction to your DSLR
Getting the best from your camera
Understanding the different picture formats your DSLR produces
Taking and Previewing Pictures
The power of visual imagery
What makes a good photograph?
Previewing your photos
Understanding colour temperature
Using the Automatic Settings
Using the automatic functions and the Programme, Aperture priority and Shutter priority modes
How aperture settings affect the picture you take
Reviewing the photos you have taken with different aperture settings
Changing the depth of field with different aperture settings
Changing Shutter Speeds to Improve a Picture
How shutter speed settings affect your image
Capturing movement with different shutter speeds
Reviewing the photos you have taken with different shutter speed settings
ISO settings explained
When to change the ISO settings on your DSLR
Other Useful Camera Features
Improving indoor pictures by setting the white balance
Bracketing your shots to take multiple shots
Controlling contrast in pictures
Questions and answers
This course is also available as a private course. This allows you to choose the dates of your training and the location (in our training centre or at your offices). And, if you wish, we can tailor the content for you or your team. Please contact us for more details.
Career paths
Roles this course supports
People training on Professional Photography often work in the careers below.
Who attends?
Career Progressives
Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.
Career Changers
People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.
Graduates
Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.
Learn Your Way
Face To Face
Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.
Live Online
Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.
Team Training
Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.
Three Steps To Success
Identify Your Path
Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.
Learn With Experts
Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.
Earn Certification
Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.
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