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Master essential skills in Digital Photography. Learn from our experts how to capture, edit and craft stunning images for all purposes.

1 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Understanding the fundamentals of digital photography, enabling you to capture striking images with confidence and creativity.
  • How to use camera settings and modes effectively, empowering you to control exposure, focus and composition in every shot.
  • Exploring lighting techniques and natural light, helping you enhance the mood and quality of your photographs in any environment.
  • How to compose visually engaging images, enabling you to apply the rule of thirds, framing and perspective for professional results.
  • Learning essential photo editing skills, helping you enhance, retouch and optimise your images for both print and digital use.
  • How to organise and manage your digital photo library, empowering you to work efficiently and retrieve images quickly for projects.
  • Mastering practical shooting exercises and assignments, enabling you to apply new skills and build a versatile photography portfolio.
  • How to troubleshoot common photography challenges, helping you deliver higher quality images and improve your professional capabilities.

We can tailor this course to you

If you have specific requirements, talk to us about customising this course to meet your exact needs.

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    May 2026
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    May 2026
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    May 2026
  • Excellent training centre. My trainer was unbelievably knowledgeable, explained himself well and provided a great teaching environment. Staff were welcoming, accommodating and attentive.

    West Herts College
    February 2026
  • Anthony was very good and patient with us, we learnt a lot and enjoyed the course.

    Morris Homes
    May 2026
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    April 2026
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    Oyster Design
    February 2026
  • The course was well presented and well paced, giving me the knowledge I needed.

    KPMG
    May 2026
  • Attended a two day basic Premier Pro course with Transmedia. It took my self-taught editing skills to another level altogether. A total must for anyone wanting to fine tune their basic skills.

    Siri B
    February 2026
  • Absolutely brilliant training. Learnt so much!

    Rebecca L
    February 2026
  • Thanks Transmedia, we really enjoyed the training. It's been very useful so far, looking forward to the next session!

    MC2
    March 2026
  • Thanks so much, it was brilliant.

    IW Capital
    April 2026
  • I found the course extremely helpful and can definitely apply what I have learnt into my role as a designer. I now know when to go back to the marketeer with any feedback on the purpose of the copy.

    Dermalogica
    February 2026
  • My course was great. I appreciated the teacher's expertise and willingness to answer any question. The best thing was that the class size was limited to six, meaning everyone had a chance to speak up.

    Gillian F
    April 2026
  • Really informative. Learned lots of tricks and processes that I wouldn't have even considered existed! Will definitely help to streamline my editing process and be more productive. Thank you!

    Royal Shakespeare Company
    May 2026
  • The course was very informative and practical. The formula of talk through watching a shared screen followed by doing it ourselves with Lee giving the step by step instructions was great.

    MarketForceLive
    May 2026
  • Our trainer was fantastic, engaging and shared the content with such ease for easy digestion. I've taken so much away from the course and implemented lots already. Thank you for such a wonderful day.

    Dermalogica
    May 2026
  • Our training was brilliant and we've already been talking about how we can use it to improve our workflows. Hoping to return for Premier Pro training in a few month's time.

    Department For Business And Trade
    May 2026
  • Excellent training centre. My trainer was unbelievably knowledgeable, explained himself well and provided a great teaching environment. Staff were welcoming, accommodating and attentive.

    West Herts College
    February 2026
  • Anthony was very good and patient with us, we learnt a lot and enjoyed the course.

    Morris Homes
    May 2026
  • Thank you! I learned a lot in just one day of Figma training; very practical, engaging and insightful!

    Cancer Research
    April 2026
  • The training session was great - I have heard really great feedback from the team and they are really excited to get started using Figma! Thanks very much.

    Oyster Design
    February 2026
  • The course was well presented and well paced, giving me the knowledge I needed.

    KPMG
    May 2026
  • Attended a two day basic Premier Pro course with Transmedia. It took my self-taught editing skills to another level altogether. A total must for anyone wanting to fine tune their basic skills.

    Siri B
    February 2026

This Digital Photography Introduction course includes

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  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
  • bullet point icon Refreshments all day
  • bullet point icon Latest Mac or PC ready to go
  • bullet point icon Authorised Trainers
  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

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We offer Digital Photography Introduction as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for Digital Photography Introduction

Introduction

  • Capturing Photographs
  • Storing and Organising Photographs
  • Editing Photographs
  • Sharing Photographs

Image Formats

  • Formats
  • File Compression
  • Colour Depth
  • Choosing a Format

In-Camera Image Storage Devices

  • SD cards
  • Memory sticks
  • SmartMedia cards

How Photos Are Stored in your Camera and Computer

  • Drives
  • Folders
  • File Names
  • Trees
  • Paths

Transferring Images

  • Card Readers and Slots
  • Cable connections
  • Wireless connections

Storing Images - On Your System

  • Hard drives
  • Optical discs
  • CD/DVD burning software
  • Labelling CD/DVD discs

Storing Images - On the Road

  • Micro SD cards
  • External hard disks, portable drives and flash drives
  • Saving to the cloud

Organising Your Photo Files

  • Libraries
  • Tracking
  • Watched folders
  • Sorting
  • Ranking
  • Keywording
  • Filters
  • Metadata
  • Previews
  • Collections
  • Stacks
  • Light Table
  • Exporting
  • XMP
  • Archiving
  • Using all of the features - the workflow

Evaluating Your Images - Basics

  • Evaluating image size and orientation
  • Evaluating the tonal range
  • Evaluating colours
  • Evaluating details
  • Evaluating sharpness
  • Evaluating noise
  • Global vs local editing

Evaluating Your Images - Histograms

  • Evaluating Histograms
  • Highlight Warning
  • Clipped pixels
  • Sample Histograms

Photo-editing - Global Editing

  • The anatomy of Lightroom
  • The Library Module
  • The Develop Module
  • Developing Images
  • Other Modules
  • Exporting
  • Automation

Photo-editing - Local Editing

  • Selection techniques
  • Compositing
  • Healing and cloning
  • Dodging and burning
  • Layers and Masks

Colour Management - Colour Models and Colour Spaces

  • Colour Models
  • Colour Spaces

Colour Management - The Workflow

  • Creating profiles for colour management
  • Using Profiles in Photoshop
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FAQs about the Digital Photography Introduction course

How is the content taught throughout the Digital Photography Introduction course?

The course content is delivered through a combination of engaging presentations, practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises. You'll explore key concepts such as capturing and editing photographs organising files and managing colour workflows while applying your skills to real-world challenges for a comprehensive learning experience.

Is this Digital Photography Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to Digital Photography or have been using Digital Photography for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Digital Photography. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Digital Photography Introduction course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Digital Photography Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Digital Photography Introduction course?

For private classes in Digital Photography Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the Digital Photography Introduction course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the Digital Photography Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our Digital Photography Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Digital Photography Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

  • Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
  • We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
  • Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
  • We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

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