Photography courses in Cardiff & South Wales
Practical photography courses for beginners, improving photographers and anyone who wants to get more from their camera. Choose a one-hour session, a structured six-session course or a specialist workshop.
Cardiff • Penarth • South Wales • 1-to-1 and small-group options
Start here - choose your level
INDIVIDUALS - 1-2-1 - small groups-
1 hour photography session
A simple place to start
A focused one-hour session built around your camera, experience and questions.
Good for:
complete beginners
someone with a new camera
a refresher
solving a specific problem
gifts
£95
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Beginner photography course
6 × 1-hour sessions
A structured introduction to photography designed to get you confidently out of Auto mode and in control of your camera.
Covering things such as:
aperture, shutter speed and ISO
autofocus
lenses
composition
light
practical shooting
£395
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Intermediate and advanced photography course
6 × 1-hour sessions
For photographers who already understand the basics and want to become more deliberate and technically confident.
Potential areas:
more advanced exposure decisions
autofocus and camera setup
stronger composition
creative use of light
portraits
flash
developing a consistent approach
£450
Want to focus on something specific?
Specialist interest-
Off-Camera Flash
Learn portable lighting, modifiers and balancing flash with ambient light.
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Studio portrait photography
Hands-on studio lighting and model photography in a professional studio environment.
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Adobe Lightroom
Practical editing and workflow training from beginner through to more advanced techniques.
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Product Photography
Lighting, backgrounds, camera setup and editing for better product imagery.
Practical Photography Training
How it works-
Bring your own camera
Where possible, you'll learn using the camera and lenses you actually own.
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Learn by shooting
I'll explain something briefly, we'll put it into practice and review the results together.
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Go at the right pace
1-to-1 sessions can be tailored around your experience rather than following a rigid classroom syllabus.
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Build confidence over time
The six-session courses allow you to practise between sessions and bring questions back to the next one.
Why six one-hour sessions?
Learn > Practise > Come back > Improve
Instead of trying to absorb everything in one intensive day, the six-session format lets you build skills gradually.
You learn something, use it in your own photography, then return with photographs, questions and problems to work through.
Practical photography training
I'm based at my studio in Penarth, close to Cardiff, with photography training available across Cardiff, Newport, the Vale of Glamorgan, Bridgend and wider South Wales.
Depending on the session, training can take place:
at my Penarth studio
outdoors / on location
in a larger specialist studio
at another agreed location
You don't need to be a ‘proper photographer’
These courses are suitable for:
complete beginners
people who have recently bought a camera
photographers stuck in Auto or semi-Auto modes
enthusiasts wanting more confidence
photographers wanting to improve a particular skill
people returning to photography
anyone buying training as a gift
Feedback & nice thingsWhat people say
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I had a 121 workshop with Alex and it was great. I am a beginner and Alex is a great teacher. He really helped me understand the technical aspects of photography and my camera using a very practical style. I would highly recommend Alex. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
—Sharon Vye-Parminter via Google
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Alex's skills are incredible! As a business we always endeavour to take on additional training to up-skill our team in-house, and in order to do that you need to find 'Masterminds' to learn from. Alex is that Mastermind for Photography!
We asked Alex to help us further by generating an equipment list for us to purchase. Alex gave us an in-depth list and several options for equipment so we can work well in our own studio space and get the most out of it.
So, if you're looking to 'level-up' your photography skills with a mentor that is friendly and extremely knowledgeable - this is the guy for you. Thanks Alex
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐—The Blackened Teeth via Google
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Alex came to our warehouse to help me set up a studio space. It was a great session - really learned a lot and Alex was lovely and super patient!! Can't wait to put our new skills in to practice! Would recommend 100%. Thank you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
— Alexandra Ibsule / Godmachine via Google
FAQs
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I offer the option of photography training either at:
my studio in Cardiff, South Wales
another studio (if you require specific items or size)
at your place of work / home
As a trainer, I am happy to consider providing training throughout the UK. The areas I generally provide toinclude: Cardiff, Penarth, Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan, Newport, Swansea, Bristol, Bath, Rhondda Cynon Taff and Bridgend.
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Yes, during booking the photo workshop you’'ll have the option to enter more information including the desired name of the recipient - this means I can provide a customised digital voucher for use as a gift that you can give / send / print for the person.
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Yes, of course - it is actively encouraged. However, I will also bring a range of RAW files to use as well.
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Yes, this will be arranged after booking via my online form - and we can re-arrange a date that is mutually convenient.
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Yes, this is an additional cost - but a reduced rate per person is provided.
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Yes, this is absolutely fine! If you do want a different model to shoot this can also be provided at an additional cost.
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Maybe it’s different skill sets, maybe it’s approach to commercial shoots, maybe it’s post-processing and editing, or you’re a landscape photographer and now want to learn how to do studio portraiture.
With 20 years planning, creating and editing imagery for a range of high profile clients - I bring a wealth of experience to the table.
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All training is done in confidence and I will only ever share images captured together online (or text-based updates) with your express permission.
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With over 20 years shooting experience within the creative and commercial industries - I not only bring photographic insight but also commercial application into what makes a good image or video for business.
Clients and experience have included: WRU, Staedtler, Vodafone, Charlotte Church, BBC, Total Tv Guide, TV Choice, Co-op, Big Issue, NSPCC, Marston’s, Sky, Wayne Goss, WNO Sherman Theatre and many more.
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Yes. I have successfully delivered several training sessions for individuals and business owners via online video. These can typically include groups of up to 20/30 people and can focus on a range of tasks.
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Yes. This is a new part of my service - where I can be present for part of your ‘away day’ and provide an engaging, fun and immersive photographic experience for team members, delegates etc.
I work with you to devise a suitable itinerary and deliver these in-person training sessions.
Not sure where to start??
Tell me what camera you use, how experienced you are and what you'd like to improve and I'll point you towards the most useful option.
Studio
Preferred contact method:
Enquiry form or via text / whatsapp
07949 712813 to arrange a time to discuss and / or check availability.
The Studios, Cornerswell Road, Penarth, South Wales CF64 2UW