With our course you will learn how to:
Shooting techniques
Exploration of fundamental techniques for obtaining professional architectural images, with attention to framing, perspective, and lighting.
Technical equipment
A hands-on class to understand the use of the most common equipment in architectural photography, such as cameras, lenses and accessories.
The View Camera: Decentering and tilt-shift
Insight into the use of the view camera and its advanced features to correct perspective distortions and obtain technically perfect images.
History of architectural photography
Introduction to the history and evolution of photography in architecture, with a focus on how images have influenced the perception of built spaces.
Shooting: Outdoor shots
Hands-on session in urban landscape photography, with tips on how make the most of the light. Focus on artistic and technical interpretation of architectural works through the photographic lens.
Postproduction
Introduction to postproduction techniques to optimize images and enhance architectural details.
Members of theFlorence Order of Architects can access the course at a 10 percent discount.
TEACHERS: DEEP BLUE STUDIO (Damiano Verdiani and Benedetta Gori)
DURATION: 45 HOURS.
START: 21 FEBRUARY 2026
FREQUENCY: SUNDAY (some midweek online classes in the evening on Zoom)
SUMMER COURSE – VISUAL STORYTELLING AND THE TERRITORY
Along the way:
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Develop a photographic project idea and proposal from a specific theme
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Exploring different languages of photography, from reportage to visual storytelling
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Analyze projects of contemporary photographers to understand narrative and visual strategies
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Constructing a coherent photographic narrative through images
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Select and do editing of their own photographs to strengthen the project
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Organize the sequence of images to give rhythm and structure to the story
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Critically reflect on one’s own work through discussion and feedback sessions
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Prepare and present a final photographic project, leading up to a public exhibition
LECTURER: PIETRO PAOLINI (TERRAPROJECT)
DURATION: 2 WEEKS
START: JUNE 15, 2026
FREQUENCY: MONDAY TO FRIDAY (in attendance in the morning)
10% DISCOUNT FOR THOSE WHO SIGN UP BY APRIL 30
Along the way you will learn:
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Know the basics of digital photography
Understand basic camera functions, exposure, formats and essential settings. -
Manage exposure and key technical parameters
You will learn how to control shutter speed, aperture, ISO and white balance to achieve correct and creative images. -
Understanding the language of photography
You will acquire the concepts of composition, image reading, choice of viewpoint and construction of visual meaning. -
Use basic digital techniques
You will delve into workflows, file management, settings and operating procedures typical of digital photography. -
Working with light in different contexts
You will experience natural and artificial lighting, both in the studio and outdoors, learning how to handle professional equipment. -
Addressing and solving lighting problems
You will learn how to recognize critical issues and intervene effectively through guided exercises.
COURSE LECTURERS: DARIO ORLANDI, PAOLO CAGNACCI
DURATION: 30 HOURS.
START: 20 APRIL 2026
FREQUENCY: EVENING (IN ATTENDANCE)
Along the way you will learn:
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Develop photographic and visual projects from idea to implementation
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Knowledge of art history and photography to build a solid visual culture
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Exploring new photographic and audiovisual languages
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Acquire photography and lighting techniques, basic to advanced
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Use post-production and editorial design tools
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Integrating graphics, photography and new media in the construction of visual projects
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Prepare exhibitions, exhibition events, and presentations of one’s work
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Orienting oneself in the professional world of photography and visual communication
COURSE LEADERS: BAERBEL REINHARD AND GIUSEPPE TOSCANO
DURATION: 600 HOURS (INCLUDING 180 HOURS OF INTERNSHIP)
START: 19 OCTOBER 2026
FREQUENCY: MONDAYS, TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS FROM 4 TO 8 P.M. (IN ATTENDANCE)
