Courses & holidays
THERE’S NO TIME like the present to book that course, convention or holiday you’ve been meaning to try. Looking to learn a new medium or practise your craft? This guide has something for every skill level. Choose from mentoring, online or in-person events, trade shows and more, offered by some of the best in the business. Time to hone your craft If workshops are what you’re after, Karl Taylor Education, The Photographic Academy and The Societies of Photographers all offer online courses and live events. The Nikon School also delivers Zoom webinars, on-location experiences and other educational materials. Want something more immersive? Chris Simmons boasts unique multi- Indulge your hobby this year with tuition. Whether you want to learn at home or in Masai Mara, our guide has you covered Words by Katie Kasperson and Samara Husbands day trips around the south coast of England in his Cornish seascape workshops. Embark on an Untamed Photo Safari and experience wildlife up close in Africa. Or, spend a week in the French countryside and capture the incomparable atmosphere of the Dordogne region. Details on these follow, but don’t delay – places are sure to fill up!
The Photographic Academy
expertise and intimate environment all ensure everyone has the tools they need to succeed in photography, be it personally or professionally. Plus, Academy attendees receive discounts on paper and hardware purchases. The Academy offers 11 courses, focusing on colour management, infrared photography, monochrome printing and more. Prices range from £45 to £89, depending on course format, duration and content. thephotographicacademy.co.uk
Partnered with Permajet, The Photographic Academy offers a range of both in-house and webinar courses in photography and printing techniques. Based in the idyllic countryside of Stratford-upon-Avon and located within The Imaging Warehouse, the Academy has been helping photographers expand their skills for over 12 years. The Photographic Academy is a friendly and safe place for photographers to get together and learn. Its experienced tutors, technical
Karl Taylor Education At Karl Taylor Education, users will find a comprehensive range of photography and visual arts classes. If your interests go beyond imaging, Karl has you covered with courses on post-production, CGI, filmmaking and more. With in excess of 700 options, photographers can fast-track their creative growth, helping
Post-production and business courses are especially relevant to photographers tackling editing software like Photoshop and Lightroom, or those looking to monetise their hobby. Whatever your skill level, dive into the visual arts and learn what you want, when you want – all at your own pace. Join Karl Taylor for live interactive workshops, interviews with world- renowned creatives, competitions, challenges, ‘working to a brief’ assignments, gifts and discounts on top brands, a thriving members’ community, personalised support – and more! karltayloreducation.com
them achieve goals and find new work. Karl Taylor’s courses range from basic training to more advanced topics. They cover lighting, equipment and creative techniques, as well as five types of photography: travel, portrait, product, fashion and landscape.
The Societies of Photographers
There’s more to The Societies of Photographers than live events, however exciting. In the mentoring programme, photographers receive personal reports with suggestions on improving their craft, guiding them towards relevant qualifications. Online, there’s over 100 hours of training that covers all aspects of photography, including business advice for pros. Sign up for a Societies membership to access these opportunities and more, or start a two-month free trial at thesocieties.net/try. thesocieties.net
The Societies of Photographers supply training opportunities for serious photographers of various levels, covering portraits, wildlife and everything between. They offer one- to-one mentoring, webinars, seminars, roadshows and – from 15 to 18 March – the London Photo Convention. Want to attend? General access is free, but certain events, like the trade show and masterclasses, require a fee. Use the exclusive discount code PN23 to get 10% off all masterclasses, and pre-register for the trade show by 1 February to avoid the £10 entry.
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