Frequently Asked Questions/ FAQ

Yes, an online course can be just as effective as a traditional face-to-face program. The structure of the course, number of assignments and level of interaction is very similar. Additionally, online courses such as ours offer more flexibility, with opportunities to ask practical questions and receive important tips for faster progress, such as via our online interactive chat support or weekly Q&A sessions.

No, many of our courses are designed for complete beginners.

Yes, it is highly recommended to have a camera when starting your course, as it will allow you to practice. It does not have to be expensive or high-end, and a basic DSLR such as the EOS 4000D (aka Rebel T100) would be perfect, as it has most of the features (manual mode, exposure, shutter speed, ISO sensitivity) of professional cameras.

Our courses are divided in two categories, “Complete course” and “Specific module”. The complete course covers most aspects of photography on an amateur or professional level. These aspects of using the equipment (camera and accessories) include settings, composition and creative rules, lighting, postproduction/ retouching. A specific module will only focus on one aspect and can be bought separately.

Each of our online photography courses includes explanations of concepts and techniques through video tutorials, assignments and resources. A quiz at the end of each course will ensure your progression.

The prices of our courses vary depending on the content (complete course or specific module) and their complexity (beginner courses vs professional courses). Please consult our online course page for exact prices.

Yes, once purchased all of our courses remain available for twelve months.

Yes, we do offer courses which specifically focus on editing/ retouching. These courses are available as stand-alone modules and can be purchased separately. You will learn to edit your images using Lightroom and Photoshop.

Yes, our online courses are designed to focus on practical skills, but will also include the fundamental theoretical basics. You will therefore focus on mastering all aspects of your camera, such as knowing how to control light and compose your images, while also learning fundamental concepts such as the inverse square law.

Completing courses such as “Photography 101” usually takes from three to six months, depending on your availability. Specific modules (Composition 101, Lighting 101) take in average three to four weeks each to be completed.

Yes, we do offer some individual coaching sessions/ private lessons in each of our complete courses such as “Photography 101”. These sessions can also be purchased separately if you only need help with specific questions and do not want to follow any of our online courses.

Yes, each of our complete courses such as “Photography 101” comes with a critique of up to fifteen of your photos. Photo critique can also be purchased as a stand-alone product on our “Online courses” page.

No, all of our courses are designed by professional photographers and educators and therefore require some financial compensation. We do however try to keep the price of our photography courses as low as possible, and offer flexible payment plans. Alongside our online courses we offer a variety of free services to help you improve your photography skills, such as a free PDF guide and weekly Q&A sessions via Google Meet (usually on Saturday morning).

Each our of courses comes with a certificate upon completion.

High-end smartphones such as the latest iPhones offer features similar to cameras, so it is in theory possible to follow our courses with such equipment, but we strongly recommend that you use a “proper” camera such as a DSLR or hybrid camera.

Yes, we offer many courses which specialize in specific genres of photography alongside our general courses.

Yes it is totally possible to start a career in photography after following our online courses. Working in the photography industry is more based on skills and business acumen than formal education. Practice and building a strong portfolio will be the key components to your journey to becoming a professional photographer.