Photography Courses with Award Winning Leicester Mercury Press Photographer & College Tutor - Glen Tillyard.
As a press photographer we had to get the best picture, in the shortest possible time, every time.
This is what we aim to teach you on every one of our 20 different photography courses.
Get Your Camera Off Full Auto & Start Taking Great Pictures in Just One Day on Our Beginners Photography Course.
All our courses are run by NCTJ qualified Leicester Mercury photographer & college tutor Glen Tillyard. (Gallery)
After all why would you want photography lessons from a part time wedding photographer or sales assistant.
Our jargon free courses are limited to six students and will suit everyone from the complete novice to the intermediate photographer. Training takes place in the picturesque village of Smeeton Westerby in beautiful rural Leicestershire and run from 9-30am to 5pm.
They are suitable for Digital SLRs, Mirrorless EVF Cameras and Bridge or Hybrid Cameras.
The Beginners Photography Course includes a free pocket guide to landscape, portrait and action photography.
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I have completed four courses with Glen, two editing and two with the camera. At all times his approach has been friendly with clear explanation and endless patience. The days are interesting and fun and I shall certainly be doing some more, as well as recommending others to learn from him. 
Roger Brookstein
8/21/2019 - I attended the beginners course yesterday and had a brilliant time. Glen is an excellent teacher I was impressed with his easy manner in putting across the salient points. The practical session in a lovely setting reinforced this learning and I was bitten. Without a doubt a first class course which I recommend to anyone you will be impressed. I am already booking further courses on my journey. Thanks Glen.
Jason Newell
8/11/2019 - Found this as a result of a Google search, was looking to get my camera off the automatic setting. I was impressed by the website and thought that it'd be worth the trip down from Liverpool for the day, small group, well taught with a practical session, nice friendly people, and great support, it really is the 'group that keeps on giving!' Have done most, if not all, of the courses now. Loved every one. Glen is really good at getting things across and I learnt more in one day than I believed possible.
Excellent find!
jane allwright
7/13/2019 - Had a fantastic weekend learning beginner and portrait photography with Glen. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about all aspects of photography. He is also able to explain techniques and camera settings in very simple and memorable terms so at the end of the day you are producing professional looking photographs yourself. I really hope to do more courses with Glen in future. All other students on the portrait course were returning students that had done previous courses with Glen!
Ani Mal
8/13/2019 - Well I started with Glen say about nearly 9 or 10 years ago with a new camera. Started with the basic course & yes he got me hooked. Changed to another camera, bought more lens. Also did many more of his courses. Loved the way he taught, easy & didn’t rush you through things. I have now so much enjoyment out of my camera & no more auto settings. Thanks Glen. X. Also thanks to Jacqui for lovely lunches & warm welcome from Misty.
Dianne Norwood
8/21/2019
All Group Photography Courses are £135. 121 Private Photography Tuition is £325 and 221 Tuition is £199.
It’s been a big help learning the tips and tricks of photography and I would highly recommend this course to anyone. Matt Letts
Please Choose a Photography Course or Gift Voucher Below
- Sat 28th September 2019- 2 Spaces
- Sat 26th October 2019- Full
- Sat 16th November 2019- Spaces
- Sat 30th November 2019- Spaces
- Sat 16th November 2019- Spaces
- Photography Course Gift Vouchers
- Camera Buying Guide
Photography Courses Gift Vouchers are available as full or part payment for any courses.They can be booked for a certain date or be left open for up to one year. They are available in £25, £50, £75, £100, £135 and £325 options for Birthdays, Christmas, Anniversaries or any occasion.
The Next Three Photography Courses
Book two courses over the same weekend and save £20 – email glen@digitalphotographycourses.co.uk for details
Our beginner’s photography course is perfect for you if you would like to “Get your camera off Full Auto and learn how to take stunning photographs in just one day”.
All courses have a maximum of six students and run from 9.30am-5pm and include lunch.
Night Photography Course
Sunday 27th October - £135
The low-light and night time photography course will show you how to take pictures at indoors in low light plus pictures at night without using your flash. Your own tripod would be helpful but we do have a couple of spares.
This course runs from 2pm to about 9pm and includes a light supper.
Studio Portrait Course
Sunday 3rd November - £135
The Studio Portrait Course which covers taking portraits using studio flash with a wide range of light modifiers, like soft-boxes, umbrellas and snoots. We will shoot high and low-key portraits against a variety of backgrounds using several different lighting set-ups. All lighting is provided so you just need a camera and lens.
- Whenever I see a friend or colleague using their expensive digital camera in auto mode I recommend Glen to them. In the space of the day I went from thinking I knew how to use my camera to really understanding the techniques behind getting some great shots. Small group sizes mean Glen has time to spend on you, a lovely location great for taking pictures and the satisfaction that you're really using your camera to the best of it's and your abilities. Would not hesitate to recommend Glen and DPC.
Eddie Spooner
7/16/2019 - Found this as a result of a Google search, was looking to get my camera off the automatic setting. I was impressed by the website and thought that it'd be worth the trip down from Liverpool for the day, small group, well taught with a practical session, nice friendly people, and great support, it really is the 'group that keeps on giving!' Have done most, if not all, of the courses now. Loved every one. Glen is really good at getting things across and I learnt more in one day than I believed possible.
Excellent find! jane allwright
7/13/2019 - I bought a DSLR camera a few years ago, and like most people, believed all I need was to leave it on 'Auto' and snap away. Feeling I need more from this investment, I sought out some tuition and hit lucky. In a relaxed environment, and a well-placed and friendly style, Glen opened my eyes to a new world. That journey continues to this day, Glen has sought me how take photographs that I am proud of. Whatever you want from a photography cause, Glen will teach you so much more. Recommended without reservation.
Marc Darling
8/23/2019 - Having recently completed two of Glen's courses (beginner and lightroom) I can highly recommend any budding photographer to do the same. The courses are well run and at a pace and style that makes learning easy and fun.
Glen has the patience of a saint and the ability to teach without feeling like you're being spoken down to or made to feel foolish in anyway.
If you are looking to improve your photography, whether you're just starting out or looking to go professional this is the place to come.
ian cadwallader
8/29/2019 - Well I started with Glen say about nearly 9 or 10 years ago with a new camera. Started with the basic course & yes he got me hooked. Changed to another camera, bought more lens. Also did many more of his courses. Loved the way he taught, easy & didn’t rush you through things. I have now so much enjoyment out of my camera & no more auto settings. Thanks Glen. X. Also thanks to Jacqui for lovely lunches & warm welcome from Misty.
8/21/2019
Ian Cadwallader
Previous providers of these courses have spent far too much time on unnecessary camera settings and constant adjustments. This course is so much more practical and I learnt a huge amount. I would highly recommend anyone interested in photography to get on one of these courses and you will surprise yourself how quickly your photographs improve. Glen’s a great tutor who delivered the course content in an easy to understand and relaxed manner.
Margot Leach
Jon Mosely
Annie W.
I’m on an Art Foundation course at Loughborough University and since attending Glen’s beginners course I feel my photography has improved greatly and I am much more confident at altering my camera setting quickly. My tutors said that my photographs were as good the third year fine art degree students! I look forward to attending another one of your courses over the summer. Annie.
Matt Letts
Denise Connor
I loved everything about this course. Glen was very patient and was always willing to answer the dumbest questions. I thoroughly enjoyed putting the theory into practice during the practical sessions. The course also had nice food in comfortable surroundings in a delightful village. Thank you to Glen and Jacqui.