Home›Photography courses›Photography›Portrait Photography Courses Portrait Photography Courses BOOK NOW Details Booking & timetable Venues Tutors Our Portrait Photography Course is designed to give you the confidence, creativity and technical know-how to capture striking portraits in both natural and studio settings. From candid and urban photography to fine art and fashion, you’ll learn how to take photos that tell a story, add mood and texture, and stand out in your portfolio. Guided by a professional portrait photographer, this hands-on course blends theory, practice, and live model shoots to help you refine your personal style. You will work with a model throughout our photography lessons and receive hints and tips to help develop your personal style and build your confidence. Theory lessons are incorporated into the course to help broaden your understanding of Portrait Photography as you develop your skills. Some studio setups will be covered. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE: Capture authentic portraits that reveal personality, character and emotion through your photography. Develop the skills to create natural, engaging portraits in a variety of settings. Learn how to direct and connect with your subject to capture authentic expressions. Build confidence using light, composition and camera settings to create striking portraits. Explore different styles of portrait photography and discover your own creative approach. Gain practical experience photographing models in a supportive studio environment. Receive expert guidance and personalised feedback to develop your technical and creative skills. Learn alongside fellow photographers in a collaborative, hands-on workshop. Leave with a portfolio of portrait images and the skills to continue developing your practice. New to photography? Before attending this course you will need a basic knowledge of aperture, camera lenses, shutter speed and ISO including exposure modes. If you’re new to photography, then you may find it helpful to sign up to one of our Beginner Courses first. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 12 Sep 2026 Sat 10:00-16:00 1 day Holly Falconer Photoion Studio, Waterloo £159.00 Book Now 16 Oct 2026 Fri 10:00-16:00 1 day Holly Falconer Photoion Studio, Waterloo £159.00 Book Now 15 Nov 2026 Sun 10:00-16:00 1 day Holly Falconer Photoion Studio, Waterloo £159.00 Book Now 03 Dec 2026 Thu 10:00-16:00 1 day Holly Falconer Photoion Studio, Waterloo £159.00 Book Now 08 Jan 2027 Fri 10:00-16:00 1 day City Academy Photography Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £159.00 Book Now 12 Sep 12 Sep 2026 £159.00 Day:Sat Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Holly Falconer Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 16 Oct 16 Oct 2026 £159.00 Day:Fri Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Holly Falconer Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 15 Nov 15 Nov 2026 £159.00 Day:Sun Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Holly Falconer Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 03 Dec 03 Dec 2026 £159.00 Day:Thu Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Holly Falconer Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 08 Jan 08 Jan 2027 £159.00 Day:Fri Time:10:00-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Photography Tutors Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Working with Your Subject Learn how to communicate with, direct and pose your subject to create relaxed, expressive portraits. Lighting Techniques Explore natural and studio lighting to shape mood, highlight features and create professional-looking portraits. Composition and Camera Skills Develop practical techniques for framing, exposure, focus and lens selection to produce stronger portrait images. Portrait Styles Experiment with a range of portrait approaches, from classic studio portraits to more natural and environmental photography. Practical Photo Shoots Put your learning into practice through guided portrait sessions with opportunities to experiment and refine your technique. Expert Guidance Benefit from demonstrations, personalised feedback and practical support from an experienced portrait photographer. Do I need my own camera? Please bring a mirrorless camera, a DSLR camera or a compact camera with full manual controls, your camera’s manual, a fully charged battery, an empty memory card, comfortable shoes and an external flash (if owned, we can supply them if not). If you don’t have all of this please don't worry, we can provide all equipment as needed. Photography Studio in the Heart of Waterloo Located in the heart of Waterloo, our fully equipped Photography Studio has everything you need to develop your skills, including studio lighting, backgrounds, cameras, tripods, props and more. Step outside and you are surrounded by brilliant shoot locations, from the Southbank, Leake Street Arches and Lower Marsh Market to Waterloo Bridge, the Thames riverside and the bold architecture of the National Theatre. It is an ideal setting for exploring studio lighting, portraiture, street photography, architecture, composition and natural light, with the city providing a constantly changing backdrop for your work. Useful Information Do I need previous experience? Yes. A good understanding of exposure and confidence in your camera’s manual settings is strongly advised before joining this course. Take a look at our Photography for Beginners course. What equipment do I need? You’ll need a DSLR with full manual controls. If you don’t own one, we can provide a camera for use during the class, please request in advance. What styles of portrait photography are covered? You’ll explore candid, urban, posed, fine art, and fashion portraiture, working in both natural and studio lighting conditions. What are the benefits of taking this course? This course will help you grow as a portrait photographer, boost your technical and creative confidence, expand your portfolio, and prepare you for more specialised training such as studio lighting. What equipment do I need? Please bring a mirrorless camera, a DSLR camera or a compact camera with full manual controls. If you don’t have one, you can borrow a camera for use during class time. OUR APPROACH Our photography classes are designed to fully equip you with the technical knowledge you need to get the most out of your photography, and provide you with projects and exercises to utilise your creativity. The classes are limited to a small size, so our tutors are able to offer you the technical support you need, give you practical hands-on experience and constructive feedback to develop your photography skills. All of our classes involve focussed, classroom based theory learning, but major on practical exercises. We are committed to offering an enjoyable experience as we guide you through comprehensive technical training and build your confidence as you explore your creative ideas and experimenting with various techniques. Want to learn more? Many students use this course as a springboard to explore more specialised areas of photography. 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