London Night Shoot: South Bank with Nigel Wilson
20 Jan, 18:00 - 21:00, London
Non-Member £71 / RPS Member £53
Join photographer Nigel Wilson for a night photography workshop in London, taking in the 'illuminated bridges' along the South Bank. This session requires no prior night photography experience, although an understanding of your basic camera skills is recommended. You’ll gain practical skills in night-time photography and receive personalised guidance to help you capture stunning evening scenes.
Skills - Creative Photography with Benedict Brain
20 Jan, 10:00 - 16:00, Online
Non-Member £75 / RPS Member £55
This creative photography workshop is designed for enthusiasts and seasoned photographers alike to refine their artistic approach. The course covers key concepts like tonality, colour, composition, and timing to enhance your visual storytelling. You'll explore photography techniques, photo history, and creative exercises to expand your skills. The day offers personalised feedback, helping you refine your vision and build a cohesive body of work. This course is useful to anyone considering or preparing for a Licentiate submission.
Advanced Composition: Gestalt Theory with Simon Ellingworth
20 Jan, 10:00 - 16:30, Online
Non-Member £98 / RPS Member £73
Create compelling images that immediately draw the eye and hold the viewer's attention. In this workshop, you'll learn to see composition in a fresh, simple way, add impact to make your subject stand out, draw the eye instantly, and quickly build narrative. You'll master capturing patterns and textures, create playful compositions, use subtle clues to spark imagination, and boost viewer engagement with your images.
Ecological and Experimental Photography with Elizabeth Woodger
22 Jan - 12 Feb, 18:30 - 20:30, Online
Non-Member £194 / RPS Member £145
In this four session workshop we’ll explore alternative and innovative approaches to addressing ecological issues in a fun and creative way. We’ll investigate the relationship between photography and the environment by examining both traditional and contemporary images. You’ll discover the potential of experimental, hybrid processes to create fascinating photographic artworks of your own. And we’ll discuss practical methods of reducing our environmental impact and shaping a sustainable future.
Phone Photography: Beyond the Basics with Benedict Brain
23 Jan, 10:00 - 12:00, Online
Non-Member £35 / RPS Member £26
Your smartphone isn't just convenient - it's a sophisticated imaging tool capable of remarkable results when you know how to exploit its potential. This is a demonstration-based session where Ben will share his screen and walk through real-world techniques and plenty of opportunities for questions and discussion. You’ll learn how to make the most of light, find your own style, and use editing apps to make your pictures stand out.
Long Exposure Photography Brighton with Nigel Wilson
24 Jan, 12:30 - 17:30, Brighton
Non-Member £104 / RPS Member £78
Join Nigel Wilson for a one-day coastal workshop in Brighton. This workshop will teach you how to use neutral density filters to create stunning, ethereal images even in bright conditions. Suitable for all levels, the workshop includes a recorded introduction, hands-on practice along Brighton's coastline, and guidance throughout the day. By the end, you will have a solid understanding of the techniques required to create long exposure photographs.
Street Photography Taster with Simon Ellingworth
26 Jan, 18:00 - 20:00, Online
Non-Member £35 / RPS Member £26
Street photography challenges traditional rules, embracing imperfection and creativity beyond the street itself. This workshop is open to all skill levels and camera types. Led by award-winning photographer Simon Ellingworth, it focuses on composition, available light, and black-and-white photography.
Visit Kempton Steam Museum with Nigel Wilson
27 Jan - 02 Feb, 10:30 - 14:30, Hanworth
Non-Member £160 / RPS Member £120
Get exclusive access to Kempton Steam Museum and photograph its huge engines at rest. With Nigel guiding you through settings, angles, and creative choices, you’ll have space to experiment and come away with truly unique shots. There will also be a review session afterward to refine your work.
Mobile Phone Night Shoot with Nigel Wilson
28 Jan, 18:00 - 21:00, London
Non-Member £71 / RPS Member £53
Learn how to get the most out of your phone’s camera on a night shoot along the Thames. With simple settings, hands-on guidance, and stops at some of the river’s most photogenic spots, including that classic St Paul’s reflection. You’ll discover just how much your smartphone can do.
Creating Personal Projects with Tim Daly & Andy Golding
29 Jan - 16 Apr, 19:00 - 21:00, Online
Non-Member £400 / RPS Member £300
This course will benefit those who are keen to take their photography to the next level. With mentor support from experienced tutors, you will devise and build your own photographic study over a period of twelve weeks. During that time you will be set weekly homework tasks to shoot, research and reflect on your progress. Each week we will meet online to look at inspiring photographers and guide your developing project. To support your progress you will receive two 1-1 tutorials with your mentor to help you review work in progress and plan your next steps. At the end of the course, you’ll submit your work for review and receive written feedback in return.
Skills - Image Editing Essentials with Tim Daly
31 Jan, 10:00 - 16:00, Online
Non-Member £75 / RPS Member £55
This workshop is designed for those looking to learn essential image editing to maximise image quality across a variety of software programs. Your tutor will demonstrate key techniques such as exposure adjustment, white Balance/colour correction, retouching and cloning, sharpening and noise reduction, lens corrections, black and white conversion.
Artist Development 1: Street Photography with Simon Ellingworth
02 Feb - 11 May, 18:00 – 20:00, Online
Non-Member £206 / RPS Member £155
This Street Photography programme consisting of eight sessions, offers the perfect blend of inspiration, practical advice, and hands-on learning. Designed for photographers eager to develop their skills, participants will work through eight imaginative and actionable project briefs. Each project will be accompanied by detailed, constructive feedback from Simon Ellingworth. With two weeks to shoot each brief, this program offers a dynamic, practical, and immersive street photography experience that combines creative exploration with professional guidance.
Mentored Project: Photo Book Design and Production with Tim Daly
03 Feb - 10 Mar, 19:00 - 21:00, Online
Non-Member £214 / RPS Member £160
This six-week Photobook course is designed to help participants create a professional-quality photobook with expert guidance and support. Combining group learning with individual mentoring, the course sets a clear timeframe for project completion while providing ongoing feedback and tailored advice. Participants will learn the technical and creative aspects of photobook creation, from image selection and layout design to storytelling and presentation. By the end of the course, each participant will have completed a polished, personal photobook.
Macro Photography with Nigel Wilson
03 Feb, 10:00 - 16:00, Online
Non-Member £98 / RPS Member £73
Join Nigel Wilson for an engaging and informative workshop on macro photography. This workshop is designed for photographers who want to learn how to make technically superb and arresting macro images. Limited to 10 places, no prior knowledge is required. This session will provide detailed guidance on camera set-up, lighting recommendations, and focus stacking with practical shooting session later in the day.
Introduction to Automotive Photography with Amy Shore
05 Feb, 19:30 - 21:30, Online
Non-Member £35 / RPS Member £26
Whether you're embarking on a solo road trip along Scotland’s famous North Coast 500 or capturing the nostalgia of the Goodwood Revival for the first time, you might be wondering how to get those perfect shots. This introductory workshop is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge to help you capture storytelling images that stand out.
Book Arts – Stab Binding with Lynne Connolly
05 Feb, 10:30 - 13:00, Online
Non-Member £40 / RPS Member £30
The Stab Binding, often known as Japanese Stab Binding, dates back to the 2nd century in Japan, Korea, and China. In this short workshop you will make an A5 stab-bound photo book using simple materials such as paper, card, and/or photographs, while exploring the strengths, limitations, and creative possibilities of this structure, including variations in covers, stitching, and single- or double-sided formats.
Photo Album with Coptic Stitch with Lynne Connolly
07 Feb, 10:00 - 16:30, Online
Non-Member £113 / RPS Member £85
This workshop focuses on creating an A5 album using the traditional Coptic stitch method, a centuries-old technique that leaves the spine exposed for a flat, fully open layout. You'll learn to prepare, plan, and construct a hard-cover album using folded sheets, with a short pre-planning session to ensure all materials and tools are ready.
Lighting & Meaning for Photographers with Andy Golding
09 & 16 Feb, 18:00 - 20:00, Online
Non-Member £73 / RPS Member £55
This four-hour (2x2 hours) course is designed to equip beginner photographers with analytical skills to understand light in photography and how to deploy lighting in their own photographs. We will explore light not simply as illumination, but as a powerful communication medium. Participants will learn to identify the characteristics of light and translate that understanding into conscious and meaningful lighting decisions in their own work.