The Art of Photography

This course introduces the art of photography through a blend of historical context and practical, hands-on learning. Designed for beginners and enthusiasts, it explores the evolution of photography from early analogue processes and darkroom techniques to contemporary digital image making, encouraging students to think creatively about how images communicate ideas and emotions.

Across ten weekly sessions, participants study key moments in photographic history alongside practical workshops. The course covers foundational analogue techniques, before translating these principles into digital photography and contemporary practice.

Through demonstrations and guided exercises, students experiment with composition, light, and tone while understanding how different technologies shape the final image. By the end, participants gain a solid grounding in photography’s development, an appreciation of both traditional and modern methods, and the confidence to begin developing their own creative photographic practice.