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iPhone Photography Course

iPhone Photography Course

What you'll learn

Learn to take breathtaking photos on your smartphone with our photography short courses in Sydney!

iPhone's have revolutionised consumer photography. We have the ability to create professional-looking photos using a device that fits in the palm of our hands. We can then instantly share those images with family, friends and the world. Setting yourself apart from the casual iPhone photographer and the millions of photos we see can seem hard. In this iPhone photography course, we want to show you it's as easy as gaining some knowledge in composition, camera settings and editing.

Everyone knows that person who seems to just nail it every time they snap a pic - with a little focused attention and some creative flair that person could be you!

Learning outcomes

By the end of this iPhone photography course, you should be able to:

  • Understand the photography connections behind the iPhone cameras
  • Apply the different exposure settings on your iPhone
  • Use compositional techniques to make insightful creative images
  • Utilise available light to expose your images correctly
  • Understand the use of in-phone editing software to enhance your photos
  • Become a vastly improved iPhone photographer

Course content

What will be covered in this iPhone photography course?

iPhone camera functions

  • iPhone camera functions – focus, metering, autofocus, & exposure
  • The importance of manual control of metering and exposure 
  • iPhone camera operations – live, timer, flash, night mode, picture style, aspect ratio & filters
  • Digital zoom, optical zoom & macro mode

Image quality

  • Sharpness, contrast & clarity
  • Hue, saturation, luminance & tone
  • Stability
  • Sun, cloud and shade factors
  • Quantity of light - strong light and low light issues 
  • Quality of light - hardness & softness, diffusion,
  • Shooting in high-quality light / low-quality light

Composition & shooting 

  • Selected shooting modes
  • Shutter release variations
  • Framing up your shots, photo shape & filling frames
  • Direction, angle, size and closeness of light sources
  • Single & double point lighting
  • Selecting subject matter and background context
  • Overhead camera angles
  • Mood for Food setups

Practical sessions & exercises

  • Multiple practical sessions
  • Product shoots
  • Metering - measuring the available light
  • Focus & focusing distance
  • Exposure & manual adjustments
  • Shooting Portrait Mode & Portrait Lighting
  • Photo editing enhancements
  • Applying the editing functions & sliders

Intended audience

Who is this iPhone photography course for?

This course is for absolute beginners and is only suitable for iPhone users, so doesn't apply to Android users. The course is best utilised for the iPhone 10 model onwards but can be applied to any iPhone.

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)

Course materials

What to bring to class

  • iPhone (fully charged)
  • iPhone charger

Course testimonials

  • said: Great course content great and did learn a lot over two 4 hour sessions. Would be ideal to have a follow up or intermediate iPhone photography course to follow this one. I know I can attend the composition skills workshop but it’s not specific to iPhone camera’s and includes all types of phones and cameras.

  • said: Richard was able, in a few hours, to give credence to my photography skills. He also imparted the knowledge and appreciation on how I can improve on those current skills. Thanks Richard, hope to see you soon in another class. Sia

  • said: I learnt so much! I've been able to teach friends and family with what I learnt from the basics to the more complicated. Also, my own photos have improved out of sight!

  • said: the tutor has an entertaining and friendly demeanour, was extremely knowledgable, and very helpful in answering broad-ranging questions. There was a lot of content to absorb in one day, but the course content was well-paced, and Richard seemed flexible in meeting the varying information needs of all participants.

  • said: Richard was outstanding, and I learnt a lot. I'll definitely attend future courses presented by Richard. Richards knowledge on i-phone photography is exceptional and he makes a long day very interesting.

Course tutors

Great reasons to enrol in a short course with us

Small classes

A personal approach means quality learning, so you can enjoy plenty of interaction with your instructor and the chance to ask questions.

Short & sweet

Our short courses & workshops get straight to the point, providing the skills you need with minimal commitment of your precious time.

Facilities & equipment

Our range of venues suit every type of course, are easy to get to, and have the equipment and tech needed to support your learning.

Easy, secure enrolment

Enrol online 24/7 with a safe, convenient 3-step process, and you can change your mind up to 7 days before class starts.

Quality instructors

Our educators bring first-hand experience and knowledge, with up-to-the-minute practices from diverse industries.

Business or pleasure

Our courses help you rapidly increase your skills and knowledge, for professional development or personal interest.

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