Photography Tuition /
Learn Studio, Daylight & Camera Techniques
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, my photography tuition offers clear, practical guidance on everything from camera settings to studio lighting.
With over 35 years’ experience as a working photographer — and as a university lecturer teaching BA and MA photography — I bring a grounded, real-world approach to helping you understand and control your images.
What I Teach
Using Your Camera
Get confident with manual settings: ISO, aperture, shutter speed
Understand metering, depth of field, and exposure
Improve focus, framing, and composition
Learn to work fluently with film or digital
Daylight Photography
Make the most of natural light — even on grey days
Use reflectors, diffusers, and improvised tools
Explore location portraits, still life, or landscapes
Learn to see and control light with intention
Studio Photography
Work with flash, strobes, or continuous lighting
Understand modifiers, softboxes, backgrounds, and setups
Pose and direct your subjects with ease
Hands-on sessions in my fully equipped Hackney studio
Who It’s For
Complete beginners wanting strong foundations
Artists and makers needing to photograph their work
Photographers wanting to develop their lighting skills
Anyone looking to improve their confidence and control
Tuition Formats & Fees
One-to-One Tuition
£90/hour (online or in-person)
3-session bundle – £250
5-session bundle – £400
Half-Day Studio Tuition
£200 (3 hours, includes studio use and equipment)
Full-Day Studio Tuition
£350 (6 hours, includes studio use and equipment)
Two-Person Shared Tuition
£160/hour (in-studio or online)
Ideal for friends or collaborators learning together
Why Learn With Ian
Over 35 years of professional photography experience
Lecturer in BA and MA Photography at London Metropolitan University and Cambridge School of Art
Experienced across editorial, portraiture, advertising, and fine art
Studio-based in Hackney with optional online learning via multi-camera Zoom setup
How It Works
One-to-one sessions in person or over Zoom
Tailored tuition based on your level and goals
Optional follow-up mentoring or image reviews
Studio and location sessions available
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