Astrophotography Course
Shoot INCREDIBLE star shots in this astrophotography course for beginners. Learn night sky camera settings, how to get sharp shots and edit.
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Learn how to take stunning photos—no jargon, no fluff, just results in 30 minutes.
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Simple training built for first-time photographers.
Learn real skills in minutes—not weeks.
Rewatch anytime, practice at your own pace.
100,000 beginner & amateur members worldwide.
This free course strips away the confusion and gives you just what you need to start taking better photos today—without getting stuck in the technical weeds.
Make a break free from Auto mode and take control of your camera, discover what different camera modes can do for you.
Learn how to find and use great light in any setting. Understand the difference in light qualities and colour temperature.
Get hands-on with shutter speed, aperture & ISO – find out what they mean, and how they change your photos.
Using the rule of thirds and leading lines instantly make your photos more eye-catching.
Flatter your subjects with elegant and powerful poses alongside unique lighting effects using even a basic DSLR camera.
Give your shots the final polish with an insight to some of the best editing software that you can download straight to your phone.
Stephen isn’t just a professional photographer—he’s helped over 100,000 beginners go from “I have no idea what I’m doing” to confidently taking photos they’re proud to share.
With 20+ years of experience, he knows how to explain tricky concepts in a way that actually makes sense.
His step-by-step, no-jargon approach is built for total beginners—especially those who feel like they’ve tried everything and still feel stuck.
More coach than critic, Stephen’s mission is to make you feel capable, not judged.
You’re not expected to know everything. You’re just expected to start. And Stephen makes it safe—and easy—to do exactly that.
When you complete this free course, you’ll receive a CPD-accredited certificate—a real, recognized qualification that proves you’ve taken the time to invest in your creativity. It’s not just a nice bonus. It’s something you can share, print, frame, or use to mark your progress.
Even though this course is free, it’s structured, high-quality training backed by over a decade of experience and trusted by thousands of students around the world. This is photography education that respects your time—and your potential.
We explain ISO, aperture, shutter speed and more—without tech-speak. You’ll understand what they do, how they work together, and when to adjust them in real life. This isn’t theory for theory’s sake. It’s practical knowledge that sticks.
Want those beautiful blurry backgrounds in portraits? That’s aperture—and once you learn how it works, you’ll have total control over the depth and focus of your shots.
From freezing action to creating motion blur, shutter speed is your secret weapon. We’ll show you exactly how to use it—with steps that take the mystery out of fast and slow shutter effects.
Good light makes or breaks a photo—but most beginners don’t know how to find it or work with it. You’ll learn simple lighting tips you can apply indoors, outdoors, day or night—without needing studio gear.
When you join iPhotography, you’re not learning alone. You’re becoming part of a global community of hobbyist photographers who are learning, sharing, and growing together.
A supportive feedback gallery to share your photos and get guidance. Tutor-led support to help you when you’re stuck or unsure.*
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Weekly challenges to keep you inspired and improving.* A friendly, welcoming space—no egos, no pressure, just progress.
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Upgrade to our monthly PLUS club and unlock the SkillTrack™ course, 230+ extra tutorials, photo critique videos, prize contests & more.
Start your free 60 Second Photographer course now or choose a full length course and unlock extra features.
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Yes, 100% free. No credit card, no catch. You’ll get full access to the lessons, downloads, and your CPD certificate—without paying a penny.
Yes! You’ll receive an official CPD-accredited certificate upon completion—proof that you’ve taken a structured course that’s recognised internationally.
Yes! We think you’ll be amazed at what you’re about to learn in such short classes.
If you’re not convinced, then consider what percentage of typical photography tutorials is actual ‘teaching’?
Often, much time is lost through instructor intros, long-winded explanations, unnecessary detail, product pitching, and adverts.
With the 60-Second Photographer each class delivers 100% content. No fluff. No filler. And no ads!
It’s for you! If you’re a complete beginner to photography and want to learn quickly and become better without having to watch hours of video or wade through dozens of pages!
The 60-Second Photographer simplifies the key principles of photography – FAST!
Even if you have some knowledge of photography already, then this course will give you a quick and easy refresher along with some extra tips & techniques.
If you’re more experienced or keen to learn more, then take a look at our range of longer, in-depth, tutor-supported online photography courses here.
All of our online courses come with certificates of achievement and lifetime access.
iPhotography has been delivering online courses for over a decade to over 110,000 beginner and amateur photographers.
During this time, we’ve come to realise that there are a lot of people who love photography but don’t have the time in their busy lives to commit to extensive photography training courses.
And while there’s plenty of free photography classes online (YouTube, etc) – a lot of it is disjointed, incomplete and unhelpful to the beginner who doesn’t have $10,000 worth of kit and isn’t looking to become the next Ansel Adams or Anne Geddes!
We believe the 60-Second Photographer is the best free photography course because it breaks down the key principles of photography into bite-sized chunks that are super simple to understand and apply immediately.
Start with whatever camera you currently own.
Becoming a better photographer is ALL about having the right knowledge and then knowing how and when to apply it. It is definitely NOT about having better kit!
If you don’t own a standalone camera, then use your smartphone. The principles you will learn will improve your shots regardless.
But, if you’ve got a Bridge, Mirrorless or DSLR camera then this free online photography course will help you to understand it better.
You’re not alone. Many of our students came to us after struggling with YouTube tutorials or unfinished Udemy courses.
Our structure, support, and community make all the difference.
Here is an overview of each class within this free online photography course:
| 1: Camera Terms | 16: Aspect Ratios |
| 2: How an Aperture Works | 17: How to Do Panning |
| 3: How Depth of Field Works | 18: Male Poses |
| 4: Shutter Speed | 19: Improving Sharpness |
| 5: The Reciprocal Rule | 20: Cleaning a Sensor |
| 6: Exposure Metering Modes | 21: How to Do Ghosting |
| 7: ISO | 22: Female Poses |
| 8: The Best Focus Mode to Use | 23: Packing a Camera Bag |
| 9: How to Space out Landscapes (Rule of Thirds) | 24: Forced Perspective |
| 10: Leading Lines | 25: Lighting Techniques: Part 1 |
| 11: A Guide to Focal Length | 26: Lighting Techniques: Part 2 |
| 12: When to Use Colour vs B&W | 27: RAW & JPG |
| 13: Posture & Balancing Tips | 28: 4 Apps for Mobile Editing |
| 14: Family Posing Shapes | 29: How to Get Through Creative Blocks |
| 15: The Golden Hour | 30: Optimising Your Images |
Sign up for free here and you’ll be welcomed into the friendly and supportive iPhotography community where you’ll have instant, lifetime access to our learning platform.
Each lesson is approximately 60 seconds long. You can choose to watch the whole course instantly, or spread it out over a weekend. It’s your call!
The 60-Second Photographer is the best way to learn photography for free.
You’re welcome to keep learning with us.
You’ll be invited to explore our advanced courses and join our full iPhotography Club—but there’s no obligation.
Get in touch with our fantastic support team with your course, payment or account questions. Available Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm UK time.
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