Intensive Photography Course for Beginners

Master your camera’s settings and go from taking snaps on Auto to creating artful photographs with this intensive one-day course for beginners!

Course Summary

Own a camera, but feel overwhelmed by how it works? Want to take stunning photography, but find yourself disappointed with dull, lifeless snaps instead? We recommend this intensive one-day course. After 7 hands-on hours with our passionate, friendly instructors, you’ll be one step closer to taking those pro-quality photos you’ve always wanted.

After the course, you’ll have mastered…

The basics of your camera settings and features – all taught in simple, easy-to-understand terms
How to effectively use different lenses and equipment – and why
Composing striking photographs – from awe-inspiring landscapes to dreamy portraits
Creating photos that are sharp, colourful, and beautifully composed that you’d be proud to show off

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Learn how to take amazing photos in 7 hours

The Intensive Beginners Course will equip you with the most important skills needed to create high-quality photography. During the first 4 hours, you’ll learn key photographic concepts and techniques (exposure triangle, composition, shooting modes, focus, and more). You’ll only learn information that will help you improve your photography – nothing less, nothing more!

What will you learn during the course?

Camera features – how to use ISO, aperture, shutter speed, shooting modes, flash and focus
Basic exposure – master exposure no matter your environment – using ISO, shutter speed and aperture
Creative techniques – using aperture to artistically change depth-of-field (e.g. blurry backgrounds in portraits), shutter speed to blur or freeze motion (e.g. light trails or insects mid-flight), and more
Composing a scene – from rule-of-thirds to posing photography subjects, learn the essential skills and creative theories to ‘level up’ your photography
Lenses and gear – what lenses are right for you? You’ll learn the fundamentals to help you choose and effectively use your gear depending on your goals
Common mistakes – are your photos poorly exposed? Blurry? Maybe they’re just unexciting? We’ll help you critically examine your photography to keep you improving for years after the course

After a well-earned lunch break, we’ll take to the streets of Geneva for 3 hours to put your newfound knowledge into practice. Take in the sights and sounds of this beautiful, bustling city. Seek out the people, buildings and details that you think would make a great photo. Feel stuck or overwhelmed? Relax – our approachable instructors will be by your side.

Course key facts
	Course level 1 Foundation Beginner
	Group size 7 students Optimal attention
	Duration 7 hours 10:30h-18h
	Price 240 CHF Training, materials & snacks

What do you need to bring?

Your camera: DSLR or mirrorless or superzoom
No camera? No problem. Inform us in advance, and you can use a Nikon D5500 during the course for free.
A positive attitude and passion for visual arts 🙂

This beginners’ course is perfect if you…

Need to learn the basics

Just bought your camera, or simply want a refresh? We’ll teach you the basics at your own pace, with lots of practice

Feel stuck on auto mode

With expert guidance, you’ll be eased out of auto and into full creative control of your camera and your photography

Want to see immediate results

After 7 intensive hours of useful knowledge and practice, every aspect of your photography will have improved

Want to join Geneva’s largest photo club

As a member of the club, you’ll be invited along to all future events, competitions, photo walks, trips, and more!

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Course Schedule and Registration

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