Learn creative composition skills with our photography short course in Sydney! This course is ideal for photographers looking to enhance their visual storytelling by mastering compositional tools and techniques. From elements of design to advanced image capture processes, this class guides students toward developing a personal photographic style grounded in deliberate and professional practices.
Students will explore critical concepts like colour, light, contrast, rhythm, and movement. We'll refine your ability to incorporate visual cues and embrace a mindful photographic approach to create memorable, impactful images.
Course Outline
- Session 1: Principles of design and perception including Gestalt theory, balance, rhythm, and use of visual elements like lines, texture, colour, and proportion.
- Session 2: Practical image capture techniques (e.g., framing, POV, simplification) and creative processes (e.g., shoot planning, visualisation, post-editing).
Schedule & Pricing
- Duration: 1 Day
- Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
- Location: 2A Gordon St, Rozelle NSW 2039
- Fee: $249 – $299 (based on availability and session)
You will learn
- Apply key principles of photographic composition
- Incorporate aesthetic and technical elements into shots
- Create high-impact and memorable images
You will get
- Statement of Completion
- Hands-on practice with guided feedback
- Enhanced creative composition toolbox
Appropriate for
Photographers with basic manual camera knowledge seeking to enhance their compositional skills or broaden their creative photography approach. Not suitable for beginners.
What to bring
- Camera (any type) with sufficient storage
- Charger and spare batteries
- Notebook, pen or digital device for notes
What to wear
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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