What a good photographer must try to do is to bring the heart, mind, and eye into alignment.
Henri Cartier-Bresson
Do you want to be the one controlling the camera, not the other way around?
In our basic photography course in Rome , you will learn how to use your camera in a training course that will guide you through the theory, technique, and some of the most important photographers in the history of photography in classes with a maximum of 7 participants.
COURSES START:
Monday, March 23, 2026
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
COURSE TIMES: 5 pm to 6.45 pm
LESSON FREQUENCY: Choice of Monday or Tuesday
(Two separate classes available)
8 Classroom lessons with the option to follow online (lessons are recorded) and make up any missed lessons.
3 Outdoor photo sessions to various locations in Rome.
COURSE HOURS: 26 HOURS
COURSE DURATION: 8 weeks
COST: Early Bird Promotion until February 15, 2026: €285 (one-time payment)
or €335 with the option of paying in two installments
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
- Practical learning: Not just theory, but lots of practice
- Ongoing support: Through our private group
- Experienced teachers: Teachers with years of experience in the field
- Creative environment: Small classes to give attention to the whole class
- Extracurricular activities: Photography aperitifs and exhibitions in our exhibition space
- Certification: Certificate of course attendance
Our basic photography course is open to beginners or those who want to "refresh" their technical knowledge through the simple learning we provide in our activities.
We will explore the history of photography, its composition, the three settings that determine light (ISO/shutter speed/aperture), movement, depth of field, lenses, equivalent exposure, framing, digital format, white balance, photographic cropping, and much more, with a focus on the great photographers of the past and present.
Ours is a comprehensive program with constant support. Through our WhatsApp group, you will have the freedom to ask our teachers any questions you may have in an environment of constant dialogue.
*It is not strictly necessary to own a camera to participate.*
The instructor for this course is Marco Sconocchia, a professional photojournalist:
Marco Sconocchia is a professional photographer based between Rome and London.
His works have been published in various national and international newspapers and magazines, such as:
The Guardian, The Independent, The Sun, The Daily Mirror, Venerdì di La Repubblica, Sette, Vice, National Geographic, 6 Mois, and others.
He has also worked on the editorial staff of Vice UK and is the founder of Daylight School together with Perry Hall.
https://www.instagram.com/sconomarco/
