Smartphone Photography Course

Take better photos on your smartphone on this practical one-day photography course.

Covering manual settings, composition, lighting, portraits, events, products and editing on your phone.

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Smartphone Photography course

Smartphone Photography Course

Smartphone Photography Course

Take better photos on your smartphone on this practical one-day course covering creative photography for social media, events and everyday content. You'll explore your camera's capabilities on both iOS and Android, learn how to control resolution, file formats and lens options, how to set focus, exposure and white balance manually, how to compose compelling shots using light and framing techniques, how to capture portraits, events, products and low-light scenes effectively, and how to edit your images using your phone's built-in tools and apps.

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One Day

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10:00 - 16:30 UK Time

  • Key Learning Points

  • icon Configure manual camera settings on iOS and Android
  • icon Apply focus, exposure and white balance manually
  • icon Use composition and lighting for compelling shots
  • icon Photograph portraits, products and events professionally
  • icon Edit images using your phone's built-in tools

If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.

No prior photography experience is required. Please bring your charger with you to the course.

Who is this course for?

For anyone who wants to take better photos using their smartphone — including marketers, content creators, bloggers and small business owners. No prior photography experience required.

Our Expert Team
Expert Trainers

Course leader is an experienced industry expert

Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
8th Jul 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £50.00 £349.00 + VAT
30th Sep 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
25th Nov 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
No in-person dates available at the moment.
Course Dates Days Location Places RRP Discount You Pay
8th Jul 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £50.00 £349.00 + VAT
30th Sep 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
25th Nov 26 Wed London Islington Available £399.00 £399.00 + VAT
No online dates available at the moment.
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Course Dates

8th Jul 26 (Wed)

Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount: £50.00

You Pay: £349.00 + VAT
30th Sep 26 (Wed)

Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount:

You Pay: £399.00 + VAT
25th Nov 26 (Wed)

Location:London Islington

Places: Available

RRP: £399.00

Discount:

You Pay: £399.00 + VAT

Course Outline

1

Smartphone Photography Basics

  • Understanding your phone’s camera (iOS & Android)
  • Resolution, aspect ratio, and file formats (JPEG, HEIF, RAW)
  • Basic settings: focus, exposure, gridlines
  • Lens options (wide, ultra-wide, portrait mode)
  • Limitations of shooting with a smartphone vs a DSLR
  • Recommended kit list
  • Finding creative ideas
2

Composition and Lighting

  • The rule of thirds and leading lines
  • Framing and background control
  • Natural vs artificial light
  • How to use light direction and shadows effectively
3

Photographing Products and Objects

  • Backgrounds, flat lays, and clean styling
  • Using props to tell a story
  • Controlling reflections & glare
  • Capturing fine detail
  • Working with a light box or DIY setup
4

Capturing Portraits and Events

  • Posing and engaging people naturally
  • Action shots and candid photography
  • Event photography tips (moments, crowd shots, details)
  • Working with low light or at night
5

Editing Photos on the Go

  • Recommended apps for photo editing
  • Cropping, color correction, filters, and sharpening
  • Tips for maintaining brand consistency and style

Who attends?

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Career Progressives

Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.

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Career Changers

People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.

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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

Face To Face

Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.

Live Online

Live Online

Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.

Team Training

Team Training

Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.

Three Steps To Success

1

Identify Your Path

Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.

2

Learn With Experts

Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.

3

Earn Certification

Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.

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