Improve Your Photography Short Course

Course description

Do you have the basics in photography but really feel you would like to produce more interesting images? Producing work that is truly one's own and developing a personal aesthetic is an on-going process for any photographer. This course will provide a series of projects and challenging briefs for you to explore both on and off site that are designed to enhance both your aesthetic and technical abilities, whilst helping to foster a greater critical awareness of the medium itself.

The course begins with an informal discussion that focuses on each participant’s previous work and influences. Then by taking part in a series of slideshow lectures and workshops you will develop an understanding of the principal techniques and picture making skills employed by a range of photographers throughout the mediums history.

The slideshow presentations also form the basis for discussing various photographic genres, such as Landscape and Street Photography, and act as the starting point for the assignment briefs. The feedback sessions that follow are intended to help you come to terms with the intricate aspects of editing and sequencing images as you set about building a coherent body of work.
 
Who should take this course?

• Students that have a passion for photography, that want to gain technical confidence and develop their own voice
• Anyone that has done a 'Beginners' level course and would like to explore the subject further

Level: Some experience required

Clear, easy to understand lessons: 

• Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean. 
• New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way that’s crystal clear and easy to understand. 

Experience life on campus 

• Network and share ideas with students from across the globe 
• Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline 
• Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need 
• Ask questions of your tutor in real time 
• Receive feedback and critique on your assignments 
• Experience the many sights of London on your down time 

A certificate of completion: 

• You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it! 
• As long as you attend a minimum of 80% of your classes, we will provide you with a certificate of attendance. 
• We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience! 
• Certificates are great to complement your cv. 

This course is scheduled to run on campus in a face-to-face delivery format. Please note that due to the ongoing pandemic situation this course may be adapted in line with UK government guidance or other operational requirements. This may include changing course location (to another UAL site), cancellation of the course, or moving part or all of the course online. In the event of any changes being required we will inform you as soon as possible and support you in any changes required. Please bear this in mind when making any travel, visa, or accommodation arrangements.