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Building Confidence Through Creativity: Smartphone Photography - Starter
Course Summary
Code: T00313
Location: BRIDGWATER ARTS CENTRE
Places: Available
Cost: £0 - £128 Details
Starting: 21 January 2026
Day: Wednesday
Time: 14:00
Duration: 8 sessions over 8 week(s)
By continuing you confirm that you are aged 19 or over and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
Have you always wanted to know how to make the most of your smartphone camera?
On this beginner-level course you'll gain the skills to improve the quality of your smartphone photography and take photos that really impress! Explore camera functions and techniques to create better images and study the work of professionals to learn exactly what makes a photograph great.
No experience necessary, just an interest in photography and a desire to take better photos!
As part of the course, you'll learn all about:
- Camera Basics - layout, focus, exposure, basic composition
- Composition Fundamentals - framing, symmetry, patterns, negative space
- Light & Colour, types of light, shadows, silhouettes
- Movement & Exposure Control
- Creative Technique - reflections, angles, shadow play
- Editing Basics - cropping, exposure, colour, editing
- Genre Exploration - portrait, landscape, street, macro
- Showcase photography & reflection
What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course is suitable if you're a beginner and want to learn about this subject, and you don't have relevant knowledge or experience.
What will I need to bring?
Please bring a smartphone/tablet capable of taking photos. Please also bring photo ID with you e.g. passport or driving licence.
Will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment for this course. Your tutor will provide feedback to help you improve.
What can I do next?
At the end of this course, if you'd like to continue with your learning in this subject, you'll be able to progress onto our Developer Level courses.
Our workshops and courses are designed to provide essential skills, develop confidence and resilience, improve your health and wellbeing, prepare you for further learning or employment, provide ways to learn with your family and build communities. We have a wide range of workshops and courses, and you can explore more on our website. There's something for everyone!
Time and duration
Start Date: 21 January 2026
Start Time: 14:00
Day: Wednesday Afternoon
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 8
Location
BRIDGWATER ARTS CENTRE
Bridgwater Arts Centre
11-13 Castle Street
Bridgwater
Somerset TA6 3DD