Black & White Photography Workshop
Discover the art of black-and-white photography in this hands-on workshop designed for photographers ready to deepen their creative and technical skills. Black-and-white photography is not simply colour without colour—it is an interpretive art form that demands a different mindset and approach.
In this practical course, you’ll explore high-key and low-key lighting, contrast, colour, and texture, and learn how to identify compelling scenes and subjects—from landscapes to portraits and close-ups. After introductory theory, you’ll head on location to capture images specifically for black-and-white conversion, then return to process your photos using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Camera RAW.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand optimal camera settings for black-and-white photography
- Control exposure and tonal range using histograms
- Convert RAW colour images into striking monochrome artworks using Photoshop tools
Course Content
- Theory: differences between colour and black-and-white photography, lighting styles, contrast and texture
- Practical: selecting subjects, camera settings, and achieving strong tonal contrast
- Post-production: Adobe Camera RAW conversion, gradient maps, channel mixer, LAB colour and Black-and-White adjustment tools
Schedule & Pricing
- Date: 5 December 2026
- Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
- Fee: $319
Details
You will learn
- Optimise camera settings for black-and-white photography
- Use histograms to control exposure and tonal contrast
- Create powerful monochrome images using Photoshop tools
You will get
- Statement of Completion
Appropriate for
Photographers with a solid working knowledge of their camera, including aperture, shutter speed and focus, or those who have completed a beginner photography course.
Preparation
What to bring
- DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual settings
- Any lenses you own
- Laptop with Adobe Photoshop installed
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
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The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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