On our one day intensive Product Photography courses, you will learn how to take high quality and creative images of a variety of products. If you’re looking to improve your skills and capture sharp, impressive product images, our enthusiastic tutors will give you all the tools you need.
Our commitment to small class sizes for workshops means you’ll have plenty of 1-2-1 time to progress in a short amount of time. With both practical and theoretical components, this photography course delivers everything you need to know to become a successful product photographer.
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES - CONTENT
During this photography class, you will be give n the opportunity to learn how to improve your product images with texture, background, props and accessories:
- Lighting styles – explore the role of light in product photography and different lighting styles
- Lighting equipment – how to use specialist equipment to enhance images, such as flashguns and speedlites
- The marketing look – learn how to shape products effectively and see images with a business mind
- Technical elements – learn more about your camera settings including metering modes
- Lenses – learn which types of lenses are suitable for product photography
- Backdrops – play with different backgrounds and backdrops for your product images
- Props – discuss a range of props and accessories which can enrich your images
Level
A good understanding of basic exposure and your camera’s manual settings is advised.
Size
Courses limited to 8 students
Equipment
This course requires a digital DSLR or mirrorless camera with full manual controls. If you do not have access to either of these, we can provide you with a DSLR camera. We will also provide all other necessary props and accessories.
YOU WILL NEED
We recommend you bring the following equipment with you to the course:
- DSLR or mirrorless camera with full manual controls
- Your camera’s manual
- Fully charged battery
- An empty memory card
- Comfortable shoes
- External flash (for some classes, if owned)
This course requires a digital DSLR or mirrorless camera with full manual controls. If you do not have access to either of these, we can provide you with a DSLR camera. We will also provide all other necessary props and accessories.
You’ll also need a basic knowledge of aperture, camera lenses, shutter speed and ISO including exposure modes. If you’re a photography novice, then you may find it helpful to sign up to one of our Beginner Courses first.
Get involved
If you want to get to know other students, read tips and tricks from industry professionals, and get your own work reposted, follow the City Academy Photography Instagram.
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| 5 Dec 2024 | Thu | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book Now Click the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 8 Jan 2025 | Wed | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Mar 2025 | Tue | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 26 Apr 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 5 Dec 2024 | Thu | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 8 Jan 2025 | Wed | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Mar 2025 | Tue | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 26 Apr 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 8 Jul 2025 | Tue | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 5 Dec 2024 | Thu | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 8 Jan 2025 | Wed | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 4 Mar 2025 | Tue | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 26 Apr 2025 | Sat | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 8 Jul 2025 | Tue | 10:30-16:00 | 1 day | James Ross | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £195.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Photoion Studio, Waterloo
14 Lower Marsh
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