Home›Photography courses›Photography›Food Photography Courses Food Photography Courses BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS If you've learnt the basics of camera operation, and would like to specialise further, our Food Photography courses will teach you the fundamentals of photo design and capture needed to enter the commercial food photography market. You'll learn how to arrange plates and spreads in aesthetically pleasing ways, and to complement your composition with lighting and props. This course will give you all the tools and technical knowledge to photography food for any use. In this practical photography class an experienced tutor will help you further develop your photography and lighting skills, enabling you to capture a wide range of products in various environments. With an active, hands-on learning environment, you'll learn how to use lighting, light modifiers, backgrounds, props and composition to create dynamic images for personal or commercial use. A basic technical understanding of your camera and its settings is required. 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. Technical specifications Learn the best camera techniques and settings for food photography Lighting Natural light and flash lighting techniques Setting up the shoot Styling scenes using backgrounds and props Lens & Composition Best practises with composition and lens choice Understanding your product Working with the characteristics of different products and surfaces Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 13 Aug 2026 Thu 10:30-16:00 1 day James Ross Photoion Studio, Waterloo £156.00 20% OFF Book Now 13 Oct 2026 Tue 10:30-16:00 1 day James Ross Photoion Studio, Waterloo £195.00 Book Now 15 Dec 2026 Tue 10:30-16:30 1 day James Ross Photoion Studio, Waterloo £195.00 Book Now 13 Aug 13 Aug 2026 £156.00 Day:Thu Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: James Ross Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo Offer:20% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 13 Oct 13 Oct 2026 £195.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: James Ross Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 15 Dec 15 Dec 2026 £195.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: James Ross Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close 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. 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? Many students use this course as a springboard to explore more specialised areas of photography. Whether you're interested in developing a professional portfolio or refining your creative style, moving on to advanced classes allows you to deepen your technical skills, experiment with new genres, and produce work with even greater impact. Product Photography Courses Studio Lighting for Photography Courses Speedlite (Off Camera) Photography Classes 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. FIND OUT MORE Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors James Ross Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 13 Aug 2026 Thu 10:30-16:00 1 day James Ross Photoion Studio, Waterloo £156.00 20% OFF Book Now 13 Oct 2026 Tue 10:30-16:00 1 day James Ross Photoion Studio, Waterloo £195.00 Book Now 15 Dec 2026 Tue 10:30-16:30 1 day James Ross Photoion Studio, Waterloo £195.00 Book Now 13 Aug 13 Aug 2026 £156.00 Day:Thu Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: James Ross Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo Offer:20% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 13 Oct 13 Oct 2026 £195.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:00 Duration:1 day Tutor: James Ross Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 15 Dec 15 Dec 2026 £195.00 Day:Tue Time:10:30-16:30 Duration:1 day Tutor: James Ross Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Food Photography Courses' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone Number * PAYMENT OPTIONS You are welcome to join the course up to the second class. 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, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG. 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 code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more places on the same course. INDUSTRY TUTORS City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance. CANCELLATIONS POLICY We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course 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) 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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