Online Beginners Photography Course
Our Online Beginners Photography Course takes you through a 10-hour exploration of digital photography fundamentals. Designed to run over two days, this course provides an essential grounding in the field, merging key theoretical concepts with practical application. As the initial segment of our four-day Complete Foundation Photography Course, it offers an approachable entry into the world of photography. The course is delivered live via our virtual classroom, ensuring you get immediate answers to your questions, engaging discussions, and real-time feedback from our experienced tutors, wherever your location may be.
What is the course about?
Our Online Beginners Photography Course is tailored to provide you with a solid understanding of your camera and the technical aspects of digital photography.
By the end of this 10-hour course, you will master your camera in full manual mode to broaden your creative bandwidth. The course will enable you to express yourself through strong images while teaching you the order in which to set ISO, shutter speeds, and aperture for different situations. You will also delve into the creative possibilities of using slow and fast shutter speeds and achieving shallow and great depth of field.
As part of our unique learning approach, we encourage students to apply their knowledge through practical assignments. Supported by your tutor, you’ll engage with these projects in your local environment and receive live feedback in our virtual classroom. The comprehensive nature of this course ensures a strong footing in digital photography, equipping you to generate visually captivating images. Not to mention, all our lessons are recorded and made accessible for you to revisit at your convenience, fostering a truly holistic learning experience.
What will the course cover?
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DSLR & mirrorless cameras
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Camera resolution & print size
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File formats (JPG & RAW)
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Lenses (focal lengths, macro, prime & zoom and what to use them for)
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Autofocus (focusing points, autofocus lock, back-button focus)
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Mastering Manual exposure (ISO, shutter speeds, aperture)
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18% grey card and when to under- and overexpose
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Order in which to set ISO, shutter speeds, aperture for different situations
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Metering Modes (Evaluative, Partial, Spot Metering)
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Fast & slow shutter speeds, panning
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Great and Shallow Depth of Field
What skills will I acquire?
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Master your camera in full manual mode
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Broaden your creative bandwidth by exploring the relationship between aperture, shutter speed, focal length and focus
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Express your creativity through strong images
"I absolutely loved this course. I can not recommend it enough! I have already advised friends and family to register for it! The lectures are so structured with beautiful examples complemented by practical sessions and experiments. I am doing the intermediate course next... can’t wait!"
May
Beginners Photography Course student
"I've just taken the Beginners Photography Course and can't stop raving about it - worth every penny! I wasn't sure how much I could realistically learn in two days but I was in for a surprise. I would recommend Holger and the London Institute of Photography to anyone - in fact I already have..."
Delali Foli
Beginners Photography Course student
"I absolutely loved this course. I can not recommend it enough! I have already advised friends and family to register for it! The lectures are so structured with beautiful examples complemented by practical sessions and experiments. I am doing the intermediate course next... can’t wait!"
May
Beginners Photography Course student
"I've just taken the Beginners Photography Course and can't stop raving about it - worth every penny! I wasn't sure how much I could realistically learn in two days but I was in for a surprise. I would recommend Holger and the London Institute of Photography to anyone - in fact I already have..."
Delali Foli
Beginners Photography Course student
What do I need?
Digital Camera (DSLR or Mirrorless) with Manual Exposure Mode, laptop with Zoom installed.
Booking options
The Beginners Photography Course can be completed on 2 consecutive weekdays or on 1 weekend.
Daytime Courses
£245
Monday & Tuesday, 10am – 4pm
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Weekend Courses
£245
Saturday & Sunday, 10am – 4pm
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Voucher
£245
All our individual photography courses are available as Open Date Gift Vouchers, valid for 1 year from date of purchase, the perfect idea to share your love for photography.