Skills and Confidence Behind the Lens

Product Photography Courses

Product Photography Courses

On our one day intensive Product Photography courses, you will learn how to take high quality and creative images of a variety of products. If you’re looking to improve your skills and capture sharp, impressive product images, our enthusiastic tutors will give you all the tools you need.

Our commitment to small class sizes for workshops means you’ll have plenty of 1-2-1 time to progress in a short amount of time. With both practical and theoretical components, this photography course delivers everything you need to know to become a successful product photographer.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE:

Create striking product images as you master the techniques behind professional studio photography.

  • Learn how to photograph products with clarity, creativity and attention to detail.
  • Develop an understanding of lighting, styling and composition for a range of products.
  • Discover how small adjustments can transform the quality and impact of your images.
  • Build confidence working with studio equipment and controlled lighting setups.
  • Explore creative approaches to showcasing products for commercial and editorial use.
  • Receive expert guidance and personalised feedback throughout the course.
  • Learn alongside fellow photographers in a practical, hands-on studio environment.
  • Leave with a portfolio of polished product photographs 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.

Lighting styles

Explore the role of light in product photography and different lighting styles.

Lighting equipment

How to use specialist equipment to enhance images, such as flashguns and speedlites.

Composition and Styling

Learn how to shape products effectively and see images with a business mind.

Camera Techniques

Learn more about your camera settings, including metering modes.

Lenses

Learn which types of lenses are suitable for product photography.

Expert Guidance

Benefit from demonstrations, practical studio exercises and personalised feedback from an experienced photography tutor.

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
23 Oct 2026
Fri
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
16 Dec 2026
Wed
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
14 Jan 2027
Thu
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
09 Mar 2027
Tue
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
19 May 2027
Wed
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
23
Oct
23 Oct 2026
£175.00
Day:Fri
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
Tutor: James Ross
16
Dec
16 Dec 2026
£175.00
Day:Wed
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
Tutor: James Ross
14
Jan
14 Jan 2027
£175.00
Day:Thu
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
09
Mar
09 Mar 2027
£175.00
Day:Tue
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
19
May
19 May 2027
£175.00
Day:Wed
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day

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.

Photography Studio in the Heart of Waterloo

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?

Continue developing your photography skills with one of the courses below. Strengthen your technical knowledge, experiment with different genres and keep developing your own photographic style.

Photography Summer School

Take your pictures to the next level with our five-day Photography Summer School. Gaining a further understanding of the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography.

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Photography Summer School

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Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
23 Oct 2026
Fri
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
16 Dec 2026
Wed
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
14 Jan 2027
Thu
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
09 Mar 2027
Tue
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
19 May 2027
Wed
10:30-16:00
1 day
£175.00
23
Oct
23 Oct 2026
£175.00
Day:Fri
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
Tutor: James Ross
16
Dec
16 Dec 2026
£175.00
Day:Wed
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
Tutor: James Ross
14
Jan
14 Jan 2027
£175.00
Day:Thu
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
09
Mar
09 Mar 2027
£175.00
Day:Tue
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
19
May
19 May 2027
£175.00
Day:Wed
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day

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Cancellations Policy

Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked.

 

Weekly courses and one-day workshops
Cancel at least 72 hours before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer to another available date. Cancellations made within 72 hours will receive course credit instead.

 

Intensive courses of five consecutive days or more
Cancel at least 7 days before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer. Cancellations made with less than 7 days’ notice will usually receive course credit instead.

 

We are unable to offer refunds for missed classes or non-attendance.

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Photoion Studio, Waterloo
Photoion Studio, Waterloo
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James Ross
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