The Art of Creating Fashion Photoshoots
Discover how to transform creative ideas into captivating fashion photoshoots through research, planning, and execution.
Duration
4 weeksWeekly study
3 hoursLanguages
English, Español, Italiano, Français, PortuguêsEnglish, Español100% online
How it works
The Art of Creating Fashion Photoshoots
This course has been certified by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to continuing professional development principles. Find out more.
Master the art of fashion photography from concept to execution
Fashion photography is more than just capturing images - it’s about storytelling, artistic vision, and meticulous execution.
On this course from the Leeds Arts University, you’ll explore the full process of fashion photoshoots, from conceptualisation to final production, developing your creative and technical expertise.
Discover how to research ideas and shape a compelling visual narrative in fashion photography
Your journey begins by researching artistic influences, analysing fashion trends, and gathering visual references. With this, you’ll develop a unique creative vision for your shoot.
Learning to share ideas using sketches, mood boards, and visual experimentation, you’ll try new methods to refine your ideas and gain confidence in your stylistic approach.
Learn how to plan and organise a successful fashion shoot
Transform your concepts into structured photoshoots by scouting locations, assembling a team, casting talent, coordinating styling, lighting, and model direction.
With this knowledge, you’ll master professional fashion photography shoots seamlessly and bring your artistic vision to life with compelling editorial fashion images for your portfolio.
Execute and refine your final project to boost your fashion photography portfolio
Put your skills to the test by producing a fashion photoshoot from start to finish. This will help you gain hands-on experience learning camera techniques, smartphone photography, and production methods to achieve visually striking results. You’ll explore innovation while learning to edit and reflect on your work.
Through hands-on learning and reflective practices, you’ll finish the course with practical skills and a professional portfolio.
Syllabus
Week 1
Fashion Photography
Welcome to the course
An introduction to the course, your course creator and Leeds Arts University.
Introduction to Fashion Photography
Fashion photography is all around us. In this activity we consider what fashion photography is, and some key locations and uses.
Creating an editorial concept
In this activity you will be researching a theme for your photoshoot, as well learning how to communicate an overall concept through production of moodboards and storyboards.
End of week 1
A short summary of this week's learning and a sneak preview of week 2.
Week 2
Pre-Production
Welcome to week 2
A quick look at the week ahead and a short reminder of where we've come since week 1.
Pre-production
Planning a fashion photoshoot takes time and careful planning. In this activity you'll start to organise your own shoot, turning your concept into action.
End of week 2
A quick recap on this week's learning and a look at the week ahead.
Week 3
Production
Welcome to week 3
A quick look at the week ahead and a short reminder of where we've come since week 2.
Production
This is it - time to do your shoot! This activity has some extra information, a shoot example and last minute workflow tips to help you conduct a successful shoot.
End of week 3
A quick recap on all you've achieved this week and a preview of the final week to come.
Week 4
Post-Production & Reflection
Welcome to week 4
A quick look at the final week of learning for this course and a reminder of where we've come so far.
Post-Production
Photos are in, but your shoot isn't complete just yet. This activity looks at the selection and retouching process in preparation for adding your images to your creative portfolio.
End of the Course
Time to celebrate! - Let's consider what you've achieved and where you might take your creative journey going forward.
Who is this accredited by?
The CPD Certification Service was established in 1996 and is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the CPD policies of professional and academic bodies.
When would you like to start?
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Learning on this course
On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Describe what fashion photography is and identify examples of it in common media such as magazines, social media, advertising and websites.
- Develop a creative concept to underpin a fashion photography editorial through research.
- Apply the use of a moodboard, storyboard and shot list to plan and deliver a concept-based fashion photoshoot.
- Collaborate with a creative team (minimum of a model) to complete a fashion photoshoot.
- Produce a selection of fashion editorial photographs for use in a creative project portfolio.
- Reflect on the process, opportunities and challenges of conducting a fashion photography shoot.
Who is the course for?
This course is for aspiring photographers, fashion enthusiasts, and professionals looking to refine their skills.
Whether you’re creating content for portfolios, social media, or professional campaigns, this course will help you with help build your art portfolio and deepen your understanding of fashion photography.
Who will you learn with?
Hi! I'm Xanthe, an award winning fashion photographer based in the North of England. I've worked for British Vogue, Italian Vogue, Dazed, i-D and Wonderland magazine.
Who developed the course?
Leeds Arts University
Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the North of England.
Established
1846Location
Leeds
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