Our Portrait Photography courses will help you understand candid, urban, posed and naturally-lit portraiture. Exploring a range of portraiture types, from headshots to fine art and fashion, you will be guided by our professional portrait photographer, learning how to add drama, mood and texture to your images.
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 will also be provided to help establish the key skills and techniques of portrait photography. Some studio setups will be covered, although for a full day of this, our Studio Lighting Course would be perfect to continue your journey.
Portrait Photography Courses Content
On location and in a studio with your tutor and a model, you will receive hints, tips and practical advice covering:
- Introduction to portrait styles and types
- Working with natural light, hard and soft light
- Storytelling with portraits
- Portrait composition
- Capturing moving subjects and candid shots
- Working with studio lighting and equipment
Read our top tips for portrait photography.
PLEASE NOTE: Good knowledge of your camera's manual settings are strongly advised.
Level
A good understanding of basic exposure and confidence in your camera’s manual settings is strongly advised.
Styles
Working with a model throughout the course, you will practice camera techniques, poses and work on concepts in a studio and on location.
Equipment
You will be required to provide a DSLR or mirrorless camera with full manual controls. You may borrow a camera if needed, just ask ahead of 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.
Get involved
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CLASSES STARTING SOON
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| 16 Jan 2025 | Thu | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book Now Click the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 13 Feb 2025 | Thu | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 16 Apr 2025 | Wed | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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HEAR FROM OUR STUDENTS
Our students talk us through what they learnt over the 5 days, about their camera, and themselves!
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 16 Jan 2025 | Thu | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 13 Feb 2025 | Thu | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 16 Apr 2025 | Wed | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 31 May 2025 | Sat | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 27 Jun 2025 | Fri | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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PAYMENT OPTIONS
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.
CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online, or quote the code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 16 Jan 2025 | Thu | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 13 Feb 2025 | Thu | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 14 Mar 2025 | Fri | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 16 Apr 2025 | Wed | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 31 May 2025 | Sat | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 27 Jun 2025 | Fri | 10:00-16:00 | 1 day | Holly Falconer | Photoion Studio, Waterloo | £159.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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PAYMENT OPTIONS
ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.
CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
We offer a full refund or full credit if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online, or quote the code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
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Photoion Studio, Waterloo
14 Lower Marsh
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