Photography training in Cardiff & South Wales


1-2-1 and group photography workshops for individuals, groups and businesses.

Based just 3 miles from Cardiff city centre, South Wales - ideally placed to provide photography training in Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, Rhondda Cynon Taff, Bridgend and Newport.

My sessions are great for:

  • getting confident with your camera

  • learning how to use the core functions

  • breaking out of auto-mode

  • learning the basics of photography, composition and light

  • learning the process of editing (beginner to advanced)

  • studio flash lighting and off-camera-flash lighting

Workshops can be tailored to you, your interests and requirements and can take place at either my own studio (in Penarth), external studios, on location or at a location of choice within 15 miles from my studio.

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Photography training in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan

Location, flash and studio shooting options available for all tastes

1-2-1 Photography courses Cardiff at my South Wales studio
Alex training at his Cardiff photography courses

Training can take place at my studio or on location

My photography training workshops

For 1-2-1 photography training dates you can book instantly. For group enquiries - please get in touch

  •  1-2-1 Off-Camera Flash Photography Workshop, Cardiff, South Wales summer 2025

    1-2-1 Off-Camera Flash Workshop (Beginner to Advanced)

    Build your confidence using off-camera flash in this hands-on, 4-hour outdoor Off-Camera Flash Photography Workshop. You'll learn to light people in real-world locations using a mix of 1, 2 and 3-flash setups, modifiers and creative techniques to bring depth and drama to your portraits.

    📍 Workshops start at my studio in Penarth and include multiple outdoor locations nearby

    📸 Learn how to capture great off-camera flash images using a model in various outdoor settings

    🕒 4 hours

    £320

  • Photography course Cardiff for beginners

    1-2-1 Photography Training (Beginner to Advanced)

    Learn how to use your mirrorless / DSLR camera and gain confidence in using settings to capture images as best possible using: aperture priority, shutter priority, manual and flash.

    📍 Workshops can take place at either my own studio in Penarth or at a location of choice within 15 miles of my studio.

    📸 Workshops are tailored to your photo-taking preference (landscapes, portraits, cityscapes, still life, products etc)

    🕒 3 hours

    £320

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  • Adobe Lightroom training in Cardiff, South Wales

    1-2-1 Adobe Lightroom Training (Beginner to Advanced)

    Learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom - from basic importing through to complex masking adjustments. Suitable for beginners to advanced. Laptop and Lightroom subscription required.

    📍 Workshops can take place at either my own studio in Penarth or at your preferred location (within 15 miles of my studio).

    📸 Workshops are tailored to your photo-editing preference (landscapes, portraits, cityscapes, still life, products etc)

    🕒 3 hours

    £179

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  • Mobile video and photo content training for businesses

    Mobile Photo & Video Content Training for Business & Organisations

    Improve your mobile photo and video skills to create better looking content for social media with your own mobile phone.

  • 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

  • Product photography training using the client's ornate skulls

    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 have undertaken one-to-one training sessions with Alex in order to learn more about the field of photography. Alex is very thorough, setting off with a structured daily itinerary with learning objectives. He's very accommodating and caters the sessions to what you ask for, as well as ensuring the basics are understood and practiced. No question is a silly question when working with Alex, he is super patient and such an engaging teacher.

    Alex has also provided us with post-session video tutorials (Lightroom editing, importing etc) so that we have further guides to work from as we continue to practice and learn after the sessions!

    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

  • 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

Photography training FAQs

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Yes, of course - it is actively encouraged. However, I will also bring a range of RAW files to use as well.

  • Yes, this will be arranged after booking via my online form - and we can re-arrange a date that is mutually convenient.

  • Yes, this is an additional cost - but a reduced rate per person is provided.

  • Yes, this is absolutely fine! If you do want a different model to shoot this can also be provided at an additional cost.

  • 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.

  • All training is done in confidence and I will only ever share images captured together online (or text-based updates) with your express permission.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Ready to upskill?

— If you need professional event photography for a conference, launch, awards night, networking event or live brand event, fill in the form below with a few details and I’ll come back to you with the best option for your brief.

Studio

Preferred contact method:
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07949 712813 to arrange a time to discuss and / or check availability.

The Studios, Cornerswell Road, CF64 2UW