Courses & Learning
We offer a wide range of high-quality, subsidised training in all areas of photography and digital media. Everyone enjoys individual attention in our small classes and benefits from an informal, hands-on creative learning environment.
Stills’ tutors are experienced professionals from a variety of fields of photography, digital media and lens based arts. Our courses include all materials in the price so there are no hidden costs — just great opportunities to learn.
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Introduction to Large Format Photography
28 June 2026
Sunday, 11am – 5pm
Develop an understanding of the technical operation of a 5×4” large format camera, from the loading of darkslides to the manipulation of camera movements. Through discussion, practical tasks, and the analysis of resulting images, the benefits of a slow and considered process necessitated by large format photography will be made clear.
Analogue Possibilities
20 October – 10 November 2026
Tuesday, 6 – 9pm
In this course, we will investigate the possibilities of analogue photography that lie outside of the prescribed uses of black and white photochemistry. We will produce photography which unveils hidden worlds through film pushing and pulling techniques, sabattier printing, photograms, and lith printing.
Digital Inkjet Printing
05 September 2026
Saturday, 11am—5pm
This Project Day will help you take your images from the screen to final professional-quality prints. We will walk through the processes and techniques needed to take the mystery out of this often daunting and overlooked part of the creative process.
Digital SLR Photography
02 September – 30 September 2026*
Wednesday evenings, 6-9pm
Master the camera and post processing skills required to produce an end result that matches your creative vision and expectations. This practical and fun course enables participants to fully explore the essential camera and Photoshop skills you need to produce stunning digital photographs.
Documentary Photography: From Seed to Sapling
07 & 14 November 2026
2 x Saturdays, 11am – 5pm
Learn how to tell a compelling story via photographs and gain the tools for conceiving of and crafting your own projects. Covering a broad range of themes, including subject interaction, ethical dimensions, natural light usage and composition, you will pick up pointers on how to find ideas, develop your vision, and self-edit.
Poster Design & Print Graphics
No Current Dates Scheduled – please register interest by emailing courses@stills.org or by filling out our Specialised Training Request Form
Thursdays, 6-9pm
From propaganda to advertising, posters are a ubiquitous, powerful vehicle to take a message to the masses. Over four weeks, learn how to approach poster design in a creative and practical way.
Project Day: Scanning and Editing
27 September 2026
Sunday, 11am – 5pm
This course will equip you with the skills to digitally archive your collection of negatives and prints. Taking you through the scanning process, you will be shown how to edit, restore and export files ready for digital printing as well as for sharing online!
