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Important Update: DSLR Photography Courses Ltd is Closing

After nearly 16 wonderful years of teaching photography in London, DSLR Photography Courses Ltd is now in the process of closing.

We have moved out of our Wimbledon studio and no longer operate from permanent London premises. However, photography training will continue in a more flexible form.

Roland Pokrywka and several of the professional photographers who have taught with us over the years continue to work independently and may be available for private photography tuition, specialist training and occasional workshops in London.

Sessions can take place in carefully chosen central London locations, hired studios, cafés and outdoor spaces, depending on the subject and type of tuition.

Roland is also developing Take Better Pictures, his new photography platform, with a growing focus on photography workshops, creative experiences, photography trips and expeditions in the UK and around the world.

If you have an existing gift voucher, would like to arrange private tuition, or have any questions about future photography courses and workshops, please contact us at info@dslrphotographycourses.com.

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At DSLR Photography Courses in London we offer a wide range of courses, workshops and weekend classes for photographers of all experience levels and interests

Intensive beginners photography course in London

Intensive Beginners Photography Course

A full-day intensive photography course for beginners that explains the science and art of photography from the ground up with extended hands-on activities.

This course will get you familiar with your digital camera in no time and allow you to start taking real creative control over your photography.

£175 £175 £175

6 students

6 hours
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Travel Photography Course in London

Fantastic full-day outdoor course for beginners wanting to learn photography skills and start taking better pictures during summer holidays and travels.

The best camera settings, must have gear, planning shots, searching for light, composition, creative techniques and plenty of practice throughout the day.

£175 £175 £175

6 students

6 hours
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DSLR Photography Courses London

After many years at Wimbledon Art Studios, we have moved to a more flexible teaching model. Instead of running every course from one permanent studio, we now use a mix of central London meeting places, outdoor photography locations, hired studios and carefully chosen venues depending on the course.

This gives us more freedom to teach photography where it naturally works best — on the streets, by the river, in parks, in cafés, in studios, and in real locations full of light, people, architecture and atmosphere.

Our courses are taught by experienced, passionate professional photographers who enjoy sharing their knowledge in a friendly and practical way. We aim to make your learning fun, challenging and rewarding.

The teaching style remains the same: small groups, clear explanations, plenty of hands-on practice and friendly personal feedback.

Whether you are a complete novice, a keen hobbyist, or a pro camera user, we have professional photography workshops to suit all skill levels and experience!

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”Great small group photography courses run by a team of really friendly expert professionals.

Absolute pleasure to deal with, very good value for money and highly recommended!

Daragh FaganCanon EOS M10

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A Friendly, Practical Way to Learn Photography

Small-group photography courses in central London, outdoor locations and carefully selected studios

Professional Tuition

Qualified, passionate and with a broad range of professional experience, our friendly team will make your learning interesting, challenging and rewarding!

Small Groups

With classes no larger than 8 students and central London locations, we can guarantee that everyone will get a high level of attention and some personal tips.

Extra Offers

Despite highly competitive prices, all former students benefit from a 10% discount on all follow-up courses, photo outings, gift cards and photography vouchers.

Hands-on Exercises

Our photography courses not only explain the science and art of photography but combine the theory with practical examples and creative hands-on activities.

Notes & Certificates

All students are provided with comprehensive course notes and personal recommendations, and can opt-in to receive a printed and signed Certificate of Completion.

Camera Advice

If you are not sure whether your camera is suitable, or you need help choosing what lens to bring, just get in touch. Camera hire may be possible for some sessions.

Creative, Inspiring, Enjoyable

Our courses already helped over 15,750 photography enthusiasts, and here’s what some of them had to say!

“I attended the half day beginners course and it was amazing! Roland was attentive and patient. He walked us through theory and answered all questions effortlessly transitioning into practice. We shot at various locations and settings. I'll be coming back for more! Thank you!”

Maria SteffaniCanon 5d MK IV

“Great beginners course, very thorough and with plenty of practice. I very much enjoyed my time there and can say I left much more confident around the use of my camera and excited to try all its features. Roland was extremely professional and made us all feel very comfortable. Thanks!”

Sara Herrero GozaloCanon 4000D

“I took a full day Intensive Beginner class and it greatly exceeded my expectations. It was fun, interactive and very educational. I've had a digital camera for years and never really knew how to properly use it. I now have my camera in Manual Mode for good! Would highly recommend.”

Nick CardilloCanon EOS Rebel T3

“Excellent course, excellent tutor, incredibly helpful to a beginner like me. I learned so much! I feel confident enough to use my camera in full manual mode and actually understand what I am doing... Would strongly recommend and look forward to the intermediate course in due course.”

Alex AdamsNikon D7000

“Excellent course and would highly recommend. Being able to come away from the auto settings to manual was so inspiring. I am amazed at how much I learned in such a short time. I went from complete ignorance to understanding the functions of my camera and not being afraid to experiment.”

Heather MaloneCanon 1200D

“Did the Intensive Photography Course a week ago and loved it! Aga was such a brilliant, patient and knowledgeable teacher. So inspiring, and really has given me the confidence to step away from using the program mode. Manual mode rocks! Thank you Aga, I enjoyed every minute!”

BenedicteFujifilm X-T3

“Great photography course. Learnt so much more about my camera, and discovered things about it and taking pictures had no idea existed! A good balance of practical exercises, and clear visual aids and verbal explanations. Thoroughly enjoyable and would highly recommend, thank you!”

Kate PatersonCanon 250D

“I attended the beginners photography class and learnt a lot in the 4 hours with Katerina. The class was well structured with plenty of opportunity to practice. It was great to learn about what my camera can do and I feel a lot more confident in using it and experimenting with the techniques learnt.”

Katrina TognazziNikon D3300
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Best Photography Courses in London for Beginners and Enthusiasts

Do you love travelling, photographing people, capturing family moments, or simply want to understand your camera properly?

Get to Know Your Camera and Start Taking Better Pictures!

Would you like to move away from Auto mode and start taking sharper, more creative and more confident photographs?

Our photography courses in London are designed to help you understand your camera, take control of the settings and start making pictures that look the way you want them to look.

Despite the name DSLR Photography Courses, you do not need to own a DSLR camera. Our courses are suitable for DSLR, mirrorless and bridge cameras from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, Panasonic and other major brands. In general, any digital camera that allows you to control aperture, shutter speed and ISO should be suitable. If you are not sure, just contact us before booking.

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Our Main Beginners Photography Course

Our most popular course is the Intensive Beginners Photography Course in London.

This is the best starting point if you want to understand your camera properly and build a strong foundation in photography. The course is practical, friendly and easy to follow, with clear explanations and plenty of hands-on exercises throughout the day.

You will learn how your camera works, what happens in Auto mode, why some photographs come out blurry or too dark, and how to take control using the key settings: aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focusing, exposure and white balance.

We will also look at how to use your camera more creatively — how to blur the background in portraits, keep landscapes sharp, freeze movement, use slower shutter speeds for creative effects, and improve your composition.

The course is ideal if you have recently bought a camera, owned one for a while but never really understood it, or simply want to stop guessing and start taking better pictures with confidence.

If you don’t have a camera yet – that’s no problem! We offer free camera and lens hire for all our photography courses in London.

We have Nikon and Canon cameras available.
It’s an attractive option as you can test a camera and learn about all the essential functions before buying one.
If you have any questions about our photography courses in London, would like some help with making a booking, or need directions to our Wimbledon studios, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Beginners Course or Private Tuition?

At the moment, we are focusing on one main beginners group course rather than offering several different beginner levels.

If you prefer a more personal approach, or if you have specific questions about your own camera, lenses or photography goals, our one-to-one photography tuition in London may be the better option.

Private photography lessons are fully tailored to you. We can help with camera settings, focusing problems, manual mode, travel photography, portraits, family photography, composition, lenses, low light, editing workflow, or anything else you would like to improve.

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Travel Photography Course in London

If you prefer learning outdoors and want to practise photography in real London locations, our Travel Photography Course in London is a great choice.

This course is more practical and location-based. We explore camera settings, composition, light, street scenes, architecture, people, landscapes and travel-style storytelling while walking through some of London’s most photogenic areas.

It is ideal if you enjoy travelling, city walks, street photography, markets, architecture, parks, riverside views and capturing the atmosphere of a place.

If you don’t have a camera yet – that’s no problem! We offer free camera and lens hire for all our photography courses in London.

We have Nikon and Canon cameras available.
It’s an attractive option as you can test a camera and learn about all the essential functions before buying one.
If you have any questions about our photography courses in London, would like some help with making a booking, or need directions to our Wimbledon studios, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Other Photography Workshops

As we restructure the business, we are gradually simplifying the range of courses we offer.

Alongside our beginners course, travel photography course and private tuition, we may also run occasional workshops in street photography, night photography, intermediate camera skills and photo editing.

Some specialist subjects may now be offered mainly as private one-to-one tuition or custom small-group sessions rather than regular scheduled courses.

If you are interested in a specific topic, please contact us and we will let you know what is currently available.

If you don’t have a camera yet – that’s no problem! We offer free camera and lens hire for all our photography courses in London.

We have Nikon and Canon cameras available.
It’s an attractive option as you can test a camera and learn about all the essential functions before buying one.
If you have any questions about our photography courses in London, would like some help with making a booking, or need directions to our Wimbledon studios, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Small Groups, Practical Learning and Personal Feedback

Our photography courses in London are kept small so everyone has time to ask questions, practise properly and receive personal feedback from the tutor.

The teaching style is relaxed, friendly and practical. We explain the technical side of photography in plain English, then help you apply it straight away through real exercises and creative shooting practice.

The aim is simple: to help you understand your camera, enjoy the process and start taking better pictures.

If you don’t have a camera yet – that’s no problem! We offer free camera and lens hire for all our photography courses in London.

We have Nikon and Canon cameras available.
It’s an attractive option as you can test a camera and learn about all the essential functions before buying one.
If you have any questions about our photography courses in London, would like some help with making a booking, or need directions to our Wimbledon studios, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Cannot decide which class to take?

Not sure which workshop is right for you, or looking to learn something specific?
Get in touch by email and we will be happy to recommend the best course or private tuition option.

The best way to start learning photography is to practise with your camera and understand what the main settings actually do.

I often compare photography to driving. At first, there is a lot to think about, but the more you practise, the more natural it becomes. You just need a good starting point.

For most people, our Intensive Beginners Photography Course is the best place to begin. It will help you move away from Auto mode, understand aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focusing and exposure, and start taking more creative pictures with confidence.

If you prefer a more personal approach, or you have specific questions about your own camera, our one-to-one photography tuition may be a better option.

Most of our scheduled photography courses are full-day workshops, usually running from around 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Some specialist workshops, private lessons or custom sessions may be shorter or longer depending on the subject and the student’s needs.

For one-to-one photography tuition, we can usually arrange a session length that works best for you, from a shorter focused lesson to a longer half-day or full-day training session.

For most beginners, we recommend our Intensive Beginners Photography Course.

It is our main beginner-level photography course in London and the best starting point if you want to understand your camera properly, move away from Auto mode and learn how aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focusing and exposure work together.

The course is friendly, practical and hands-on, with clear explanations and plenty of time to practise.

If you prefer to learn outdoors in real London locations, our Travel Photography Course is also suitable for beginners, although it is a little more location-based and less technical than the Intensive Beginners course.

If you would like personal help with your own camera, lenses or specific photography goals, one-to-one photography tuition may be the best option.

On our beginner photography courses, we start with the essentials: how your camera works, what happens in Auto mode, and why your photographs may sometimes come out too dark, too bright, blurry or not quite how you imagined.

You will learn how to focus properly, so you can decide exactly what should be sharp in your pictures. We then explain the key camera settings — aperture, shutter speed and ISO — and show how they work together to control exposure, movement, sharpness and depth of field.

We also introduce Manual mode in a simple, practical way. There is no need to memorise confusing numbers or technical terms. We explain everything clearly, show visual examples, and give you plenty of hands-on exercises so you can practise the settings and see the results for yourself.

By the end of the course, you should feel more confident using your camera and more in control of the pictures you want to create.

Yes, most of our photography courses take place in London, including central London locations, outdoor photography routes and hired studios.

We are no longer based at Wimbledon Art Studios. Instead, we now use a more flexible teaching model, choosing the best location for each course — whether that is outdoors, in a café, by the river, on the streets, or in a professional photography studio.

Exact meeting details are confirmed before each course.

You can book and pay securely online through our website. Most course payments are processed by Stripe, which accepts major debit and credit cards.

For some private tuition sessions, custom bookings or group workshops, we may also offer payment by bank transfer. Please email us if you would prefer to pay this way: info@dslrphotographycourses.com.

If you already have a DSLR Photography Courses gift voucher and would like to use it towards a course or private tuition session, please contact us with your voucher number before booking, and we will help you arrange a suitable date.

Please bring your digital camera, a suitable lens, a fully charged battery and a memory card with plenty of free space.

You are welcome to bring as much or as little gear as you like. If you have more than one lens and are not sure what to bring, please contact us before the course and we will recommend the most suitable option for your class.

For outdoor courses, we also suggest comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing and a small bag so you can carry your camera equipment easily.

Camera hire may be available for some courses or private tuition sessions, but it is no longer automatically available for every workshop.

If you do not have a camera yet, or if you would like to borrow one for the course, please contact us before booking. If we can arrange a suitable camera for your session, we will be happy to help.

Please note that camera hire must be agreed in advance and is subject to availability.