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Speedlite (Off Camera) Photography Classes

Speedlite (Off Camera) Photography Classes

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Our Speedlight (Off Camera) Photography classes are perfect for portrait photographers of all abilities who want to improve and develop their skills. During this photography workshop, you’ll learn how to unleash the potential of your flashgun off camera on location, with the use of a model. The workshop will involve outdoor and indoor practical sessions.

In a practical and creative environment, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from the best at City Academy. Our classes are limited to small groups so you can learn in a fast paced setting and gain confidence in this area. Once you’ve mastered one speedlite, you’ll be able to move on to two and even three or more, to create dramatic images worthy of a professional portfolio.

SPEEDLITE PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES - CONTENT

During this photography lesson, you will learn:

  • An introduction to the speedlite – features will be explained in depth including power, settings, capacity, and exposure modes
  • Brands and models – take a look at different types of speedlites and flashguns
  • Technical aspects – get to grips with your camera settings in depth, including the light meter and metering modes
  • Speedlite accessories – learn about a variety of accessories including shapers, modifiers, triggers and stands
  • DIY – take a masterclass in how to build your own budget shapers and modifiers
  • Working with a model – develop the skills needed such as composition, posing, communication and direction
  • Lighting techniques and styles – explore the different set ups in speedlite photography including low key and high key

PLEASE NOTE: Good knowledge of your camera's manual settings are strongly advised.

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LEVEL
A good understanding of basic exposure and your camera’s manual settings is advised.
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SIZE
Courses limited to 8 students
EQUIPMENT
This course requires a mirrorless camera, a DSLR camera or a compact camera with full manual controls. If you do not have access to a camera, we can provide you with one. We will also provide all other necessary props and accessories.

YOU WILL NEED

This course requires a mirrorless camera, a DSLR camera or a compact camera with full manual controls. If you own a tripod, please bring it. If you do not have access to either, we can provide you with a camera and tripod.

We also recommend you bring the following equipment with you to the course:

  • If you own a speedlite, please bring it with you - but this is not necessary
  • Your camera’s manual
  • Fully charged battery
  • An empty memory card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • External flash (for some classes, if owned)

You’ll also need a basic knowledge of aperture, camera lenses, shutter speed and ISO including exposure modes. If you’re a photography novice, then you may find it helpful to sign up to one of our Beginner Courses first.

GET INVOLVED

If you want to get to know other students, read tips and tricks from industry professionals, and get your own work reposted, follow the City Academy Photography Instagram.

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29 Jul 2026
Wed
10:30-16:00
1 day
Holly Falconer
Photoion Studio, Waterloo
£185.00
15 Sep 2026
Tue
10:30-16:00
1 day
Holly Falconer
Photoion Studio, Waterloo
£185.00
02 Dec 2026
Wed
10:30-16:00
1 day
Holly Falconer
Photoion Studio, Waterloo
£185.00
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Jul
29 Jul 2026
£185.00
Day:Wed
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
Tutor: Holly Falconer
Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo
15
Sep
15 Sep 2026
£185.00
Day:Tue
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
Tutor: Holly Falconer
Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo
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Dec
02 Dec 2026
£185.00
Day:Wed
Time:10:30-16:00
Duration:1 day
Tutor: Holly Falconer
Venue: Photoion Studio, Waterloo

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Photoion Studio, Waterloo
Photoion Studio, Waterloo
Closest Station: Waterloo
Closest Bus Stop: Imperial War Museum / Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway

PHOTOGRAPHY SUMMER SCHOOLS

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
PHOTOGRAPHY SUMMER SCHOOLS

FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS

Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School

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FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS

All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.

Holly Falconer
Holly Falconer

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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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Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School

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