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Photo course - Composition
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Photography course

Composition for all

Location Brussels
Language English
Duration 3h30
Group 7 pers. max
Level Intermediate
Equipment Bridge or Hybrid · Digital Medium Format · Film Camera · Point-and-shoot · Reflex Camera SLR

What you'll be able to do

Some photographs spontaneously attract the viewer's attention. The eye circulates through it according to a composition that establishes this invisible link between the visual path and the reading of images. The composition work transforms and accentuates the relationship to reality by favoring axes, lines, entrances and traffic. These are the few essential points that we will propose to you to improve.

How it works?

Technical prerequisites for this workshop: To have followed our beginner workshops (1,2,3 & 4) or to have been introduced to the photographic technique by another means.

This artistic development class is part of a pack of 4 workshops (14 hours), you can get a discount by ordering this pack

Reminder: An appointment form will be sent a few days before the date of each workshop, with the exact location of the meeting and the contact details of the teacher.

It is quite possible to follow two 3.5 hour workshops in the same day or four workshops in the same weekend as these workshops have been designed for this rhythm.

Number of hours for this course - 3.30 hours. Depending on the number of students, the course can be completed in 2.30 hours, 3 hours or 3.30 hours. With a very small number of participants, the quality of the class and the time allocated to each one to ask questions allows the course duration to be reduced in order to keep the chosen dates and avoid cancellations. For more information, see our Terms of use page

It is possible to take part in this course with a film camera, but it will not be possible for your instructor to review the images.

Please note that we do NOT lend cameras or accessories

Minor participants can participate in our courses (under condition, see article here in our help centre).

What you get?

The objective of this course is to teach the guidelines of composition to new photographers. Although many established photographers tend to think that there is no such thing as “correct composition”, you will learn why these guidelines exist and can then choose if you will abide by them or not.

After you learn about composition, your eyes will start to notice the interesting shapes surrounding you. Once you have become aware of them, all you have to do is appropriately position yourself to see them appear in your viewfinder. We will discuss where the theories of composition derive from in order to have a better understanding of how relevant they are in making an interesting photo.

This workshop will teach you:

  • The theories of the rule of thirds, filling the frame, perspective, balance, leading lines, symmetry, patterns, background, depth, and cropping
  • The history of the theory of composition

You will leave the class trusting your photographic judgment, maybe even feeling that the composition guidelines are second nature to you.

The workshop is split into three sections: a theoretical explanation, a hands-on practice session, and a debriefing of the class at a nearby café. During the debriefing, we will review and discuss the class’ photographs. The workshop is composed of a theoretical part, practical training and a debriefing.

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What to know before booking

Bring your camera (DSLR or mirrorless) and its charger. Speedlights and light shapers are lent on site. If you own your own flash, bring it along — Inès will help you configure it.
Yes. The group is limited to 6 people and the course starts from the basics of flash photography. No prior flash experience is required: you just need to know how to turn on your camera.
Meet at Place Sainte-Catherine in Brussels, in front of the church. The exact meeting point and Inès's number are sent to you by email once your booking is confirmed.
The course goes ahead in overcast or light rain — flash photography shines when natural light is scarce. In case of severe weather, Inès will offer you another date free of charge.
Yes. Choose the gift card option at checkout: the recipient receives a voucher valid for one year and picks their own date.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before the course starts: you are fully refunded. This policy applies to all The Photo Academy courses, without exception.