Lighting can make or break an image and understanding how to use studio lighting in your photography can be confusing, our Studio Lighting for Photography courses are designed to guide you through the science, variety and best practice of studio lighting. Throughout this practical photography course, you will dissect studio lighting looks created by well-known photographers and use a model to demonstrate and understand the behaviour of light and how to manipulate it. Working in a studio environment you will be hands on with flash lighting equipment, backgrounds and props and learn the do’s and don'ts of positioning your subject.
The course’s aim is to equip you with the technical tools to add another layer of creativity to your portraits. Each participant will have the chance to trial different lighting techniques, using a selection of light modifiers and will leave with a selection of work to add to their portfolios.
Studio Lighting for Photography courses CONTENT
This one day workshop will cover the theory and practicalities of studio flash lighting effects. You will leave with a set of tips and tricks to build confidence in creating your own vision.
- Best studio practise
- Soft and hard lighting
- Light modifiers: soft box, beauty dish, umbrellas, snoots, reflectors
- One, two and three light set ups
- Lighting techniques: rembrandt, clamshell, butterfly, high/low key
- Backgrounds and props
- Coloured gels
- Working with a model
PLEASE NOTE: Good knowledge of your camera's manual settings are strongly advised.
This is a practical, studio based course with hands-on experience. You will be provided with a model and a fully equipped photography studio.
Level
A good understanding of basic exposure and confidence in your camera’s manual settings is strongly advised.
Styles
This is a practical, studio based course.
Equipment
Lighting equipment, props and backgrounds will be provided. It is recommended you bring your own DSLR or Camera with full manual controls. If you don't have a camera you can borrow one from us.
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)
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.
CLASSES STARTING SOON
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| 9 Dec 2024 | Mon | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 17 Jan 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 21 Feb 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 28 Mar 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 9 Dec 2024 | Mon | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 17 Jan 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 21 Feb 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 28 Mar 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 22 Apr 2025 | Tue | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 23 May 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 20 Jun 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 11 Jul 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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PAYMENT OPTIONS
Membership Subscription Details
Membership to the Company will cover you for all classes, rehearsals and all shows from your joining date. The Company rehearses throughout the year, with the following breaks: Easter (one week break), Summer (3-week break) and Christmas.
To make membership fees more manageable, these breaks are accounted for within your monthly instalments across the year. This means there are no breaks in your monthly payments.
Online & Phone Bookings
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Cash & Cheque Payments
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.
Cancellations Policy
We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before your first Company rehearsal.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before your first Company rehearsal.
Please see Membership Subscription Details (above) for information on when and how you can cancel your ongoing subscription, once you have already started the Jazz Dance Company.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 9 Dec 2024 | Mon | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 17 Jan 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 21 Feb 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 28 Mar 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 22 Apr 2025 | Tue | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 23 May 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 20 Jun 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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| 11 Jul 2025 | Fri | 10:30-16:30 | 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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PAYMENT OPTIONS
Membership Subscription Details
Membership to the Company will cover you for all classes, rehearsals and all shows from your joining date. The Company rehearses throughout the year, with the following breaks: Easter (one week break), Summer (3-week break) and Christmas.
To make membership fees more manageable, these breaks are accounted for within your monthly instalments across the year. This means there are no breaks in your monthly payments.
Online & Phone Bookings
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Cash & Cheque Payments
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.
Cancellations Policy
We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before your first Company rehearsal.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before your first Company rehearsal.
Please see Membership Subscription Details (above) for information on when and how you can cancel your ongoing subscription, once you have already started the Jazz Dance Company.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
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