Photography Workshops in Dublin: Street & Smartphone Courses with Brendan Ó Sé
What could be better than spending a day with like-minded people, camera or phone in hand, learning how to see the world more creatively and coming home with photographs you’re genuinely proud of?
I’ve been leading these workshops in partnership with Photo Museum Ireland, the national centre for contemporary photography in Temple Bar for over a decade now and each workshop still excites me in seeing the work participants produce.
Below are my upcoming workshops. Places go quickly and groups are deliberately small, so if a date suits you, book early — each title links straight to the booking page.
Upcoming photography workshops in Dublin (2026)
1. Street Photography Workshop
Saturday 22 August 2026 · 11:00–17:30 Photo Museum Ireland, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
A full day on the streets of Dublin learning to see, react and capture the decisive moment. We cover getting over your fears of shooting on the street. You will learn techniques of how to approach strangers with confidence, working with light, colour and layers, and turning ordinary corners into extraordinary frames.
This date is SOLD OUT. Join the waiting list
2. Level 2 Smartphone Photography — Beyond the Basics (4 online evenings)
Tuesdays 8, 15, 22 & 29 September 2026 · 19:00–20:30 · Online (Zoom) Live online. You can join from anywhere.
Four live evening sessions to push your phone photography well beyond auto. We go deep on advanced composition, light and colour, editing in Snapseed, and I give you personal feedback on every photo you make between sessions. Ideal if you’ve grasped the basics and want to develop a real style, and make your photos stand out.
3. One-Day Smartphone Photography Workshop
Saturday 26 September 2026 · 11:00–17:00 Photo Museum Ireland, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
One full-on Saturday that turns the phone in your pocket into a camera you actually understand and can maximise. You will discover hidden settings, composition, light, editing and confident shooting out on the streets of Dublin. You’ll leave with new skills and photos you’re proud.
4. Street Photography Workshop
Saturday 10 October 2026 · 11:00–17:30 Photo Museum Ireland, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
Spend a day photographing Dublin’s characters, light and life. We build both the craft and the courage of street photography. You will discover technique and timing to the mindset that lets you make bold, human pictures. Places available.
5. Level 1+ Smartphone Photography — New Two-Part Course
Saturdays 21 & 28 November 2026 · 11:00–17:00 Photo Museum Ireland, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
A brand-new two-part course across two Saturdays that builds your smartphone photography from the ground up — with practice time between sessions and lasting skills to finish the year on a creative high. Perfect if you want structure and real progress.
Which workshop is right for me?
New to it and want the fastest results? Start with the One-Day Smartphone Workshop (26 Sep) or the two-part Level 1+ course (Nov).
Already comfortable with your phone? Level 2 – Beyond the Basics (online, Sep) will stretch you.
Love people, cities and candid moments? The Street Photography Workshop (10 Oct) is for you. Open to all camera types, including smartphones.
What people say about Brendan’s workshops
“What great value! This course delivered as advertised and then some. Brendan provided a firehose of useful information… well beyond the technical aspects, he gave us tools to see creatively. I have already made photos I’m proud of.” — Jim Restall
“Challenging, insightful and motivating.” — Ana Leddy
“It opened up a whole new world of colour, movement and quirky ideas for me. A must for anyone who underutilises their phone camera.” — Linda Curtin
Why learn with Brendan?
I come from a teaching background with over 3 decades of experience that I combine that with a working photographer’s eye. My work has been recognised by Apple, exhibited internationally, and I’ve run workshops for Google, Facebook, the HSE and Bord Gáis as well as for complete beginners. Every workshop is relaxed, hands-on and built around you making better pictures on the day; not just watching me make them.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an expensive camera?
No. For the smartphone workshops your phone is all you need. It can be an iPhone or any Android phone. For the street photography workshops, any camera works, including your phone.
I’m a complete beginner. Is that okay?
Absolutely. Most participants are. The workshops are paced so nobody gets left behind, and you get individual feedback throughout.
Where are the in-person workshops held?
At Photo Museum Ireland, Meeting House Square, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 (D02 X406). Ideal, as there is plenty of photogenic streets right outside the door.
How do I book?
Every workshop above links directly to its booking page on Tickettailor. Places are limited and popular dates sell out, so early booking is wise.
Can you run a private or corporate workshop?
Yes. I run tailored private, group and corporate sessions. Use the contact page on brendanose.com to enquire.
Ready to make photographs you’re proud of? Pick a date above and book your place. You can see all my workshops on Tickettailor. Questions first? Get in touch.
