Home›Photography courses›Photography›Documentary Photography Courses Documentary Photography Courses BOOK NOW Details Booking & timetable Venues Tutors Our Documentary Photography courses are perfect for photographers to develop their documentary storytelling and photojournalism and produce strong reportage work. The main focus of our course is to produce a photo essay on a given theme, based on current affairs and social issues in London. Throughout the workshop, you will be mentored by our documentary photographer with significant curatorial experience who will guide you through hints, tips and practical advice. Find out the latest news about all of our photography courses and classes and to chat with our past and present photography students. If you want to get to know other students, read tips and tricks from industry professionals, and get your own work reposted, follow City Academy on Instagram. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE: Tell powerful visual stories through photography that captures people, places and the world around you. Develop a documentary approach to photographing everyday life with purpose and authenticity. Learn to recognise meaningful moments and transform them into compelling visual stories. Strengthen your observational skills and discover new ways of seeing familiar subjects. Explore different documentary styles to develop your own photographic voice. Build confidence photographing people and places with sensitivity and respect. Receive expert guidance and personalised feedback throughout practical assignments. Leave with a series of images that communicate a clear narrative and personal perspective. 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 22 Sep 2026 Tue 10:30-16:00 1 day Richard Morgan Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 04 Dec 2026 Fri 10:30-16:00 1 day Richard Morgan Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 13 Jan 2027 Wed 10:30-16:00 1 day City Academy Photography Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 22 Mar 2027 Mon 10:30-16:00 1 day City Academy Photography Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 15 Jun 2027 Tue 10:30-16:00 1 day City Academy Photography Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 22 Sep 22 Sep 2026 £150.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Richard Morgan Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 04 Dec 04 Dec 2026 £150.00 Day:Fri Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Richard Morgan Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 13 Jan 13 Jan 2027 £150.00 Day:Wed Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Photography Tutors Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 22 Mar 22 Mar 2027 £150.00 Day:Mon Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Photography Tutors Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 15 Jun 15 Jun 2027 £150.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:00 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 Visual Storytelling Learn how to create a compelling photographic narrative by connecting individual images into a cohesive story. Documentary Techniques Explore practical approaches to photographing people, places and everyday life with authenticity and purpose. Working on Location Develop your skills through guided location shoots, applying documentary techniques in real-world settings. Sequencing and Editing Discover how to select, edit and sequence photographs to strengthen the impact of your work and communicate a clear narrative. Ethics and Observation Explore the ethical considerations of documentary photography while developing your powers of observation and visual awareness. Expert Guidance Benefit from practical assignments, group discussion and personalised feedback to help develop your documentary photography practice. 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. 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. Want to learn more? Keep photographing with one of the courses below. Build on the skills you've developed, continue refining your photographic eye and camera techniques, and explore new subjects, styles and creative approaches. London Street Photography Courses Wildlife Photography Courses Portrait Photography Courses Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Richard MorganCity Academy Photography Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 22 Sep 2026 Tue 10:30-16:00 1 day Richard Morgan Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 04 Dec 2026 Fri 10:30-16:00 1 day Richard Morgan Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 13 Jan 2027 Wed 10:30-16:00 1 day City Academy Photography Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 22 Mar 2027 Mon 10:30-16:00 1 day City Academy Photography Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 15 Jun 2027 Tue 10:30-16:00 1 day City Academy Photography Tutors Photoion Studio, Waterloo £150.00 Book Now 22 Sep 22 Sep 2026 £150.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Richard Morgan Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 04 Dec 04 Dec 2026 £150.00 Day:Fri Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: Richard Morgan Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 13 Jan 13 Jan 2027 £150.00 Day:Wed Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Photography Tutors Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 22 Mar 22 Mar 2027 £150.00 Day:Mon Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Photography Tutors Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 15 Jun 15 Jun 2027 £150.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: City Academy Photography Tutors Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Documentary Photography Courses' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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