Photography courses in London
At City Lit, we have a variety of photography courses on offer from complete beginners introducing technical and essential skills in how to operate a camera, to specialist workshops and subject based courses.
Our designated photography studio will provide students with access to the latest professional resources including lighting rigs, back drops and array of digital cameras including DSLRs. Learn and develop a range of photographic skills within a professional surrounding with a studio that offers a large open and flexible space, suitable for both collaborative and individual learning.
As a City Lit student, you will have access to Apple MacBook pros, Adobe Creative Cloud and professional camera editing software to help you create professional quality images. Learning from our specialist team of freelance and industry professionals, you’ll receive expert hands-on guidance in the skills required in taking professional photographs and beyond.
We host exhibitions throughout the year at City Lit Gallery where our students showcase their amazing work.
To arrange a conversation with our photography coordinator about your interests, options and courses available, please contact our Visual Arts team at visualarts@citylit.ac.uk
- Urban nature and landscape photography: London
Course start date: Sun 14 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Rachel WeghThis is an exciting opportunity to work off-site and enjoy various surroundings focusing on urban green spaces. Travel to some of some of London’s finest open spaces whilst learning the photography skills required to capture nature’s beauty. Ideal for those who want to practise and hone their photography skills and those wishing to build their photography portfolio with expert guidance on hand.
Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00 - Photography walk - street portraiture around Brick LaneCourse start date: Sat 25 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Off Site
This intensive one-day workshop introduces street portraiture photography in the vibrant Brick Lane area of East London. Guided by your tutor, you will explore approaches to photographing people in public spaces, learning how to engage with subjects, work confidently on the street, and capture authentic portraits that reflect the character and diversity of the area.
Through practical shooting sessions, you will develop skills in observation, communication, composition, and the use of natural light while creating a small series of compelling environmental portraits and candid street images.
Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £89.00 - Columbia Road flower market documentary photography walk Course start date: Sun 2 Aug 2026
Location on this date: Off Site
This intensive one-day workshop introduces documentary-style street photography in East London. Your tutor will guide you in capturing not only the fantastic plants at Columbia Road flower market, but also the people and vibrant character of the area. Develop skills in observation, timing, and storytelling while learning practical techniques, using natural light, and selecting effective camera settings. By the end of the course, learners will be able to shoot confidently in busy environments and think about how to pull together a cohesive set of compelling street photographs.
Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £89.00 - Portobello Road and West London documentary photography walkCourse start date: Sat 8 Aug 2026
Location on this date: Off Site
This intensive one-day workshop introduces documentary-style photography in West London. Your tutor will guide you in finding what interests you at this historic and diverse London market, creating a rich set of images against the backdrop of the area’s picturesque streets and neighbourhoods. Develop skills in observation, timing, and storytelling while learning practical techniques, using natural light, and selecting effective camera settings. By the end of the course, learners will feel more confident shooting in busy environments and more decisive about choosing their subject matter.
Full fee £89.00 Senior fee £89.00 Concession £89.00 - Wildlife photography: Red and Fallow Deer Course start date: Sat 10 Oct 2026
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Rachel WeghThis is an opportunity to enjoy the surroundings, flora and fauna of London's green spaces that have roaming deer. You will learn and practise wildlife photography skills along the way. Suitable for all levels.
Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00 - London photography walk: River Thames Course start date: Tue 1 Jun 2027
Location on this date: Off Site
Tutors: Michael HardingExplore and discover London through these photography walks, moving through locations rich in photographic potential.
The walks centre around photographing views along the River Thames, from the Aldwych area eastwards to the City, from London Bridge to the Southbank and from Westminster to the newly developed Nine Elms area. Bring your own camera and comfortable walking shoes as you capture places, spaces, objects and people.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £127.00 Concession £103.00
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