Home›Photography courses›Photography›Long Exposure Photography Courses Long Exposure Photography Courses BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS If you want to expand your skillset to create artistic and interesting effects, our Long Exposure Photography courses offer you the perfect chance to do this. Our enthusiastic and experienced tutor will take you to iconic locations across the Southbank so you can capture London’s most famous landmarks in a unique way. You will learn all the essential tips and techniques for long exposure photography so you can become confident with this style and use it to expand your portfolio. Like all our photography sessions, this workshop is taught in a small group so you’ll receive individual attention and feedback. 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. Filters, accessories, and equipment – firstly you will learn how to use ND, ND graduated and colour filters to achieve dramatic effects. You will also gain experience Learn how to use a remote shutter releaser Calculating shutter speeds – learn how to correctly expose your images for long periods of time in bright light Extra long exposure times (shutter speeds) – how to achieve interesting motion blur effects of clouds and water Focussing – how to achieve sharp images while using these techniques Subjects – what kind of photography is the long exposure technique suited to? On the workshop you will learn how to put this into practice with cityscape, architecture and urban photography Composition – practice the techniques required to achieve balanced components in the frame 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 developing a professional portfolio or simply 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. London Street Photography Courses Fashion Photography Documentary Photography Courses 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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