Photography is a very large field, and as all photographers will tell you, we are in perpetual discovery and will never stop learning about the subject. So it can be overwhelming to know where to start and it is normal to feel a bit lost. Sometimes you need to be taken by the hand to start an adventure.
If you want to explore photography, the first thing to do is choose a good guide. Indeed, it is tedious to navigate between tutorials and indigestible technical works. We often waste a lot of time taking very small steps, while in a few lessons we can learn enough to make great, satisfying photos. Our professional teachers are familiar with the problems and fears of beginners, and will be happy to introduce you to photography. Take a look at this list of courses and you will already see more clearly.
Even if its premises date from the Renaissance, photography as such was born in 1836. First reserved for scientists, then for portrait painters, it quickly became a privileged tool for reporters. It took almost fifty years for it to become more democratic and for people to start taking photos of their families and holidays. In just over a century, photography has diversified considerably. From fashion photography to food photography, scientific photography and fine art photography, the field of possibilities has exploded thanks to the technological advances that are littered within its history. Are you unsure where to learn how to take successful shots yourself? This is why we have planned everything with an adaptable course, ranging from beginners to professionals with ease. If you have no idea where to begin your discovery of photography, it might be worthwhile to start with Workshop Zero to understand how a camera or smartphone works and to gain a foothold.
This is the perfect gift to introduce loved ones to a new passion. There are two training packs. The first is about getting to know your camera with lessons on settings, the right exposure, speed and movement, aperture and depth of field, light and focus. The second pack includes artistic themes such as portraits, night photography, black and white, street photography, architectural photography and composition. How about starting with the smartphone? We have a whole series of courses dedicated to smartphones which will allow you to make full use of your smartphone camera. We also have a lot of à la carte courses, depending on your city, such as pinhole photography (a camera you make yourself).
There is something for everyone and you will have free rein to adapt your choices to your needs and desires. Take a look at our list of courses and you will be surprised at the amount we offer in many cities and countries. And while waiting for your first lessons, you can follow our Facebook page. This is a great way to start exploring photography, as it is an active community where we share photos, tips, news and where our famous free photowalks are organised! This is a photographic walk accompanied by a photography-guide who will help you take great shots and guide you to a particularly photogenic place. So, don't wait any longer, come with us and discover the world of photography!