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Learn photography, camera settings and photo editing from a Visual Communication graduate with industry experience.
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Hi! My name is Sidney. I'm a professional photographer and Visual Communication graduate with a passion for capturing authentic moments. During my studies, I graduated with 20 distinctions, building a strong foundation in photography, visual storytelling, composition, lighting, and professional photo editing.
Through both my academic training and real-world experience, I've learned that great photography is about more than understanding camera settings, it's about knowing how to tell a story, work with light, and capture genuine moments.

I'm passionate about sharing that knowledge with others in a way that feels approachable and encouraging. Whether you've just picked up your first camera or you're looking to refine your skills, I'll help you build confidence through practical guidance, personalised feedback, and hands-on learning.
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Bring your own camera.
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Online from South Africa
About Me
Hi! My name is Sidney. I'm a professional photographer and Visual Communication graduate with a passion for capturing authentic moments. During my studies, I graduated with 20 distinctions, building a strong foundation in photography, visual storytelling, composition, lighting, and professional photo editing.
Through both my academic training and real-world experience, I've learned that great photography is about more than understanding camera settings, it's about knowing how to tell a story, work with light, and capture genuine moments.

I'm passionate about sharing that knowledge with others in a way that feels approachable and encouraging. Whether you've just picked up your first camera or you're looking to refine your skills, I'll help you build confidence through practical guidance, personalised feedback, and hands-on learning.

One of the most rewarding parts of photography is watching someone discover their own creative style, and that's exactly what I hope to help my students achieve. My goal is to give you the technical skills, creative understanding, and confidence to create photographs you're proud of and continue growing long after our lessons together.
Education
Bachelor's in Visual Arts in Visual Communication Design and graduated with 20 distinctions on the first try.
Studied photography and visual art in high school.
Experience / Qualifications
Freelance photographer since 2021
Nightlife photographer since 2025
Social media manager and content creator since 2024.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Duration
30 minutes
45 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -04:00)
New York
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Online via webcam
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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