Our practical photography training helps you tell powerful visual stories, whether you’re shooting on a smartphone or camera.

Course content

Get to know your camera
Understand the key features of your SLR or smartphone and learn which settings really matter and which you can ignore.
Powerful portraits
Tips on shooting powerful portraits that tell a story. This covers lighting, framing, background, mistakes to avoid and crucially tips for putting your subject at ease.
Documentary shots
Tips on shooting images that help you tell the story by setting the scene and drawing out the small details of a person’s story. This will include advice and ideas for showing need without victimising individuals.
Photographing children
Things to consider when photographing children and tips for ensuring anonymity.

Understand consent and GDPR
Gain confidence shooting in public with clear guidance on consent, privacy, and data protection responsibilities.

Testimonial

"I'd recommend this beginner course in storytelling photography for anyone looking to expand their skills as a Stories Officer with an interest in photography. I now feel more equipped and confident to give storytelling photography a go using the techniques we covered. Some things I did already know, but I now see the value and importance of preparation and allowing yourself time to get the shoots you're longing for!"

Lydia Trezise, Christians Against Poverty

“Thoroughly enjoyable smartphone photography course with Ben, he was fun, professional, and adaptive when delivering the course. I thought it struck the perfect balance between theory and practice”

Aaron, Heart Of England Forest

Gallery

See some of Ben's photography.

Contact the host of Photography skills 27th Oct 2026