Photography and Photo Editing

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  • Type

    Course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Class hours

    20h

  • Duration

    1 Year

  • Online campus

    Yes

The Photography and Photo Editing course provides a structured introduction to modern photography techniques, digital editing workflows, and the creative skills needed to produce polished, visually engaging images. Designed for learners who want to strengthen their understanding of camera settings, composition, lighting, exposure, and image correction, this course blends technical knowledge with creative development. You will learn how to navigate DSLR, mirrorless, and smartphone photography, capture professional-quality images in different environments, and refine them using essential photo editing tools.

Through clear, step-by-step lessons, you will gain confidence in areas such as colour grading, retouching, filters, and digital enhancements. The course also covers practical topics including file formats, lens choices, framing, and the workflow behind organising, exporting, and optimising photos for social media, digital platforms, and print.

Whether you aim to build a photography portfolio, improve your visual content for work, or simply explore a rewarding creative skill, this course offers an accessible and flexible way to develop your talent. It is ideal for aspiring photographers, content creators, and professionals looking to strengthen their visual communication expertise while gaining recognised CPD training.

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Understand core photography principles and camera functions
Apply composition, lighting, and framing techniques
Enhance images using essential photo editing tools
Perform colour correction and digital retouching
Manage and export photos for online and print use
Build confidence in creating visually compelling images

This course is designed for anyone interested in building practical and creative skills in photography and digital image editing. It is suitable for complete beginners as well as learners who already have basic photography knowledge and want to improve their technique. Aspiring photographers, content creators, bloggers, small-business owners, and marketing professionals will find the course particularly valuable, as strong visual content is essential across today’s digital platforms.

It is also ideal for learners exploring career paths in digital media, creative design, social media management, visual communication, or freelance photography. The structured lessons and accessible learning style make it suitable for individuals of all backgrounds who want to develop a portfolio, enhance their creative expression, or produce more professional-quality images for personal or work projects. No prior experience is required—just interest and motivation to learn.

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, making it accessible to all learners interested in photography and digital editing. It is suitable for individuals aged 16 and above who want to study at their own pace through an online platform. While not essential, learners are encouraged to have a good standard of English, basic numeracy, and confident IT skills to support smooth progress through the modules and assessments. A camera or smartphone capable of taking digital photos is recommended to help you practise the techniques introduced throughout the course.

Upon successful completion of the Photography and Photo Editing course, you will qualify for a UK and internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.

This course stands out for its flexible structure, allowing learners to study at a pace that suits their schedule while gaining industry-aligned skills. Every module is designed by subject specialists to ensure concepts are clear, relevant, and easy to apply in real creative projects. The training focuses on building practical abilities in both photography and photo editing, helping learners produce stronger visual content for personal and professional use.

With accessible lessons, modern techniques, and a strong focus on developing creative confidence, this course enhances your CV and supports career growth in digital content, media, and creative industries.

Yes. This course is designed to be fully accessible for beginners, offering clear explanations of camera functions, composition, lighting, and essential editing techniques. You do not need prior photography knowledge or advanced equipment to get started. Learners gradually build confidence as they progress through each module, making it ideal for anyone looking to develop foundational skills or refresh existing abilities. Whether you use a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or smartphone, the course provides guidance that supports all experience levels.

Completing this course equips learners with valuable creative and technical skills relevant to roles in digital media, content creation, marketing, social media, and freelance photography. Understanding how to produce and edit high-quality images can strengthen your professional portfolio and enhance your prospects in visually driven fields. The CPD-accredited certification also demonstrates commitment to continuous learning, making your CV more competitive and helping you stand out in creative and digital industries.

The course is delivered entirely online, giving learners the freedom to study from any location and at any time. All modules are available through a self-paced learning platform, allowing you to progress as quickly or steadily as you prefer. The content includes structured lessons, real-world examples, and practical guidance to help you apply the skills confidently. Assessments are completed online, and learners can revisit materials whenever needed, ensuring a flexible and supportive learning experience.

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Subjects

  • Lighting
  • Composition
  • Quality
  • Digital Photography
  • Media
  • Professional Photography
  • Quality Training
  • Image
  • Photography Techniques
  • Retouching
  • Camera
  • Social Photography
  • Photo Editing

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Course programme

The Photography and Photo Editing course introduces learners to the essential skills needed to capture high-quality images and enhance them using modern editing tools. It covers camera settings, composition, lighting techniques, and creative shooting styles, alongside editing fundamentals such as colour correction, retouching, cropping and digital enhancement. Learners gain the ability to improve image quality, express creative ideas and produce polished photographs suitable for personal, professional or social media use. This course is ideal for beginners and aspiring photographers who want to strengthen both their shooting and editing abilities.

Course Curriculum

  • Photography and Photo Editing
    Introduction
    Exposure
    Digital Photography Masterclass
    Focus and Depth of Field
    Camera Anatomy
    White Balance and Color
    Lighting
    Mobile Photography
    Equipment - Cameras
    Equipment - Lenses
    Equipment - Accessories
    Photo Scenario - Portrait
    Photo Scenario - Long Exposure
    Photo Scenario - Landscape
    Photo Scenario - Product
    Photo Scenario - Low Light
    Photo Scenario - Sports & Action
    Photo Scenario - Macro
    Photo Scenario - Street & Architecture
    Photo Scenario - Events
    Photo Scenario - Aerial
    Photo Scenario - Night
    Intro to Photo Editing
    Photoshop CC
    Lightroom Classic CC
    Lightroom CC
    Mac Photos
    Google Photos
    Photoshop Express
    Snapseed
    Sharing Your Photos
    Starting a Photo Business
    Selling Stock Photos
    Printing
    Wildlife
    Conclusion
    Photo Submission

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Photography and Photo Editing

Special Emagister price

£ 9 £ 425 VAT inc.