Photography for Beginners
Confused by your camera? We'll get you off Auto mode and confidently shooting portraits, pets, or anything else in just a few lessons.
Ten full-length online photography courses, each one focused on a specific genre. Taught by real iPhotography tutors, CPD-accredited, at your own pace.
Pick the course that fits where you are now — from absolute first-timer to working photographer adding a new genre.
Confused by your camera? We'll get you off Auto mode and confidently shooting portraits, pets, or anything else in just a few lessons.
From planning to shooting to post-production — capture landscape scenes that work, with tutor Chris Sale.
Get closer, time the action, capture animals at their best — with tutor Rachel Sinclair.
Real portrait photography that flatters — families, friends, children, pets, models. Learn to direct, light and finish.
Shoot beautiful food photos in your own kitchen with just natural light. Built for blogs, social media and product work.
How to shoot the Milky Way and star trails — from your back garden. No telescope needed.
Photographing animals on safari — settings, kit, planning. With tutor Rachel Sinclair, shot on the plains of Kenya.
A full simulated wedding shoot from start to finish — the only one of its kind. Built for new wedding photographers.
Start your photography business properly. Build a brand, find your market, charge what you're worth.
Create striking photos and special-effects shots with just your camera and a few simple tricks of light.
Shorter and cheaper than the full-length courses. Pick one when you want to focus on one thing for an afternoon.
Every certified iPhotography photography course awards a CPD-accredited certificate on completion — an independently-recognised qualification that says you've taken the time to invest in your craft.
Backed by a decade-plus of teaching and 100,000+ members across 187 countries since 2012.
Once you're a course member, PLUS+ adds the bits that make the club feel like a club — personal feedback on your photos, exclusive video training, monthly contests, and the SkillTrack™ adaptive course only PLUS+ members can access.
Pairs alongside any paid course. Cancel anytime — no commitment.
Explore PLUS+ → Premium membershipNot sure which photography course is right for you? Reach our UK team through the FAQ & Help page and we'll point you to the right one.