Architecture Photography with Your Phone: Shoot Like a Designer

From 29 C$ /h

You don’t need an expensive camera to take great photos — just the right eye.

This class will teach you how to capture architecture and spaces using only your phone, focusing on composition, lighting, and storytelling.

In this class, you will:

Learn how to frame buildings and spaces creatively
Understand lighting and how it affects your photos
Improve composition using simple techniques
Develop a consistent visual style for Instagram or portfolios

Perfect for:

Architecture and design students
Content creators and beginners
Anyone who wants to take better, more intentional photos

Whether you're shooting for your portfolio or social media, this class will help you see and capture spaces differently.

Extra information

No prior photography experience is needed — this class is beginner-friendly and focused on helping you improve quickly.

You don’t need an expensive camera. A smartphone is more than enough, and I’ll show you how to use it to capture high-quality, well-composed images.

What you’ll need:

A smartphone (any recent model is fine)
Optional: a camera if you already own one
Access to outdoor or indoor spaces to practice
Instagram or a platform if you’d like feedback on your content (optional)

Lesson style:
Practical, hands-on learning (not just theory)
Live demonstrations and real examples
Simple techniques you can apply immediately
Feedback on your photos to help you improve

We’ll focus on how to see spaces like a designer — improving your composition, use of light, and overall visual style.

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

Hi, I’m an architecture student with a strong passion for visual storytelling, photography, and design.

My work focuses on capturing spaces in a way that feels intentional and visually striking — whether that’s architecture, urban environments, or everyday moments. I’m particularly interested in how composition, light, and perspective can completely change the way a space is experienced.

Alongside my studies, I’ve developed skills in photography, layout design, and creative direction, which I now use to help others improve their visual work. I understand what it’s like to start from scratch, so my teaching approach is clear, practical, and easy to follow.

I specialise in helping beginners:

Improve their photography using just their phone
Understand composition and framing
Develop a clean, consistent visual style
Build confidence in their creative work

My lessons are relaxed, supportive, and tailored to each student. Whether you’re looking to improve your photos for personal use, social media, or a portfolio, I’ll help you develop skills you can actually use.

Education

University of Liverpool
Bachelor of Architecture (Ongoing)
– Developing skills in design, visual communication, and spatial analysis

Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
A Levels in Art, Geography, and Mathematics (2022 – 2024)

Experience / Qualifications

Through my studies and personal projects, I have developed practical experience in:

Architectural and urban photography
Composition, framing, and visual storytelling
Creating content for design-focused platforms and social media
Using photography as a tool for presentations and portfolios

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Architecture

Graphic design

Drawing & sketching

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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20-24

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