Photography Workshops

Smartphone and street photography

In-Person, Online & Corporate

If you want stronger photographs from your phone or on the street, the work is rarely about settings or gear. It’s about seeing: light, timing, structure, and making decisions that hold up beyond the moment.

These workshops teach a practical, fine-art approach to smartphone and street photography through guided shooting, clear exercises, and structured review. Workshops are delivered in association with the Photo Museum of Ireland (Dublin) and Cork’s Glucksman Gallery, alongside private group and corporate sessions.

Book public workshops or enquire about private sessions below.

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About the workshops

I have over 30 years’ experience in education and have delivered photography workshops internationally across Europe and Asia. In 2017, I was named iPhone Photographer of the Year.

The workshops are:

  • practical rather than theoretical
  • structured but informal
  • focused on making better pictures, not chasing trends

They are suitable for beginners through to experienced photographers, with levels clearly indicated for each workshop.

Workshop formats

1. Smartphone Photography Workshops (In person)

A full-day, hands-on workshop focused on building stronger photographs with your phone.

You’ll work on:

  • seeing and framing quickly
  • understanding light and colour (or monochrome)
  • practical shooting exercises you can repeat anywhere
  • a clear, realistic editing workflow (Snapseed and similar apps)

These workshops are ideal if you want to move beyond “nice pictures” and develop consistency and intention in your work.

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2. Street Photography Workshops (In person)

Street photography workshops focus on observation, timing, and decision-making in public space. The emphasis is on how to work in the street, not on spectacle or gimmicks.

You’ll explore:

  • working with light, gesture, and layering
  • building frames in complex environments
  • shooting with intent rather than reacting blindly
  • selecting and editing street work with discipline

These workshops are suitable for photographers who want to deepen their street practice using either a smartphone or camera.

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3. Hybrid workshops (In person + online review / editing)

Hybrid workshops combine a full in-person day with a follow-up online session focused on:

  • reviewing work made during the workshop
  • editing decisions and sequencing
  • identifying patterns and areas for improvement

This format consistently delivers the strongest learning outcomes.

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4. Online workshops – Beyond the Basics

Small-group online programmes designed for photographers who already shoot regularly and want greater control and consistency.

These sessions focus on:

  • editing and selection
  • developing a coherent visual approach
  • understanding why images succeed or fail

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What you’ll leave with

Participants typically leave with:

  • a repeatable method for finding stronger images
  • heightened control of composition, light, and timing
  • a simple, sustainable editing workflow
  • clear feedback on how to improve future work
  • a more confident and deliberate approach to photographing people and places

The emphasis is on long-term improvement, not quick tricks.

Private groups & corporate workshops

Private workshops can be arranged for:

  • small groups
  • clubs or visiting photographers
  • one-to-one mentoring
  • corporate teams and organisations

Corporate workshops can be tailored to your needs, including storytelling, documentation, or creative skills development. Sessions can be delivered in person or online.

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Partners & clients

Workshops are delivered in association with:

  • Photo Museum of Ireland (Dublin)
  • Glucksman Gallery (Cork)

Corporate and organisational clients include:

Bord Gáis Energy, SEAI, Irish Health Service Executive, Mason Hayes & Curran, Facebook, Google, PayPal, Dublin Port, and The Doyle Collection Hotels.

Reviews

“Relaxed and informative… an eye-opener on the power of smartphone photography.”
— Imelda McDonagh

“Challenging, insightful and motivating.”
— Ana Leddy

“The personal attention and help with editing made a real difference.”
— Nicola Bessell

“Packed full of immediately useful ideas for photographers at any level.”
— Jude Jarvis

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are these workshops for?

Beginners through to experienced photographers. Each workshop listing clearly indicates the level.

Do I need the latest smart phone?

No. The focus is on seeing and decision-making, not equipment.

Can Android users attend?

Yes, of course.

Are these workshops more about shooting or editing?

The emphasis is on elevating your visual awareness. This is achieved through eye-opening visual awareness tasks both before, during and after our photo walks. We then have a structured review and editing to support improvement.

How do I book?

All public workshops are listed with booking links here:
https://brendanose.com/photography-workshop-dates/

Do you offer private sessions?

Yes. Private group and corporate workshops can be arranged via enquiry – https://brendanose.com/contact

Ready to book?

View upcoming workshop dates & booking
https://brendanose.com/photography-workshop-dates/

Private or corporate workshop enquiry
https://brendanose.com/contact/