Photography classes in Paris with PhotoProf: Photo workshop for your smartphone, mirrorless or DSLR

Want to really sharpen your photography rather than keep your camera on auto? PhotoProf offers photography courses in Paris and across France since 2010, with a 100% practical approach: out in the field, camera in hand, guided by a real professional photographer.

Whether you shoot with a DSLR, a mirrorless, a bridge camera, a compact, or simply your smartphone, each photography workshop in Paris is designed to help you improve in real-world conditions, in small groups of 2 to 8 participants at the same level.

Unlike a photo club or a school that requires commitment over months, every PhotoProf session lasts only 3 to 4 hours, with no subscription and no year-long enrollment. You pick the date that suits you, meet us at the day’s meeting point (always just outside a metro station exit), and you progress with your camera in hand. After the session, you’ll receive your course materials, and your trainer will be available by email if you have questions.

On the agenda

• Beginner level : step out of auto mode and finally master aperture, shutter speed and ISO
• Dedicated course to smartphone photography on smartphones
• Specific techniques : light and color, night photography, black and white, cobra flash
• Composition and creativity : portrait, landscape, street photography
• Photo editing : initiation et perfectionnement sous Lightroom
• Studio : studio portrait avec des flashes professionnels
• Private lessons : a tailor-made program, on the date and at the pace of your choice

From the art of the smartphone to the subtleties of full-frame mirrorless bodies

Contrary to popular belief, you don't need expensive gear to take stunning photos. Today smartphones offer impressive capabilities, provided you know how to use them (portrait mode, exposure control, panoramas). Open-to-all workshops celebrate mobile photography, while also welcoming hobbyists armed with DSLRs or mirrorless bodies who want to master aperture, shutter speed, and focus.

• A warm, accessible approach to teaching: Equally suited for complete beginners, curious hobbyists, and a senior audience eager to explore new creative practices.
• Urban exploration and photogenic spots: Learn to capture Haussmann-era architecture, the reflections on the Seine, the buzz of markets, and the poetry of Parisian parks.
• Small, privileged groups: A tight-knit format that guarantees personalized guidance and tailored answers to all your technical questions.

€10 off with the code SORTIRAPARIS,
to be entered in your cart when booking your first class

Looking for a gift idea for a photographer?

Gifting a photography enthusiast is often a bit of a scavenger hunt when you don’t know much yourself — especially since gear (lenses, bodies, accessories) can take a sizeable bite out of the budget and require a certain amount of know-how to choose well.

To eliminate any risk of error, the PhotoProf gift card stands out as the ideal solution. It lets the recipient independently choose the course or workshop that best matches their expectations, level, and creative ambitions, while they themselves select the date of their Paris session for up to 18 months.

A budget-friendly gift idea to offer lasting know-how without the risk of getting it wrong!