Introduction to Food Photography

Who will be joining you?

Before we share the details of our photography workshop, let’s get to know more about our Workshop leader who will be accompanying you on food photography journey.

Carl Hare

Carl Hare pairs creative experience with technical know-how as our FUJIFILM UK Experiential Marketing Specialist, FUJIFILM School Trainer and as a freelance photographer based in Hampshire. His photography spans many genres and while his professional roots trace back to weddings, Carl is equally adept at commercial product, studio portraiture, macro, street, travel, landscapes and wildlife photography.

Keen to share his wealth of knowledge, Carl has delivered photography workshops for close to a decade. His passion for the outdoors is a constant source of inspiration and when he can combine it with his teaching skills, there’s simply nothing better – for him and his students. 

Key information for attendees

If you’re interested in attending our Introduction to Food Photography Workshop, you will find all the information you need to join us on this exciting event below.

Location: FUJIFILM House of Photography, 8-9 Long Acre, Covent Garden, London. WC2E-9LH

Date: 26^th July 2025

Time: 11:30am - 17:30pm

Price: £169.00

What can you expect from this workshop?

This workshop is aimed at the aspiring commercial food photographer of a beginner or intermediate level or customers just wanting to take photographs of food to the next level.  Customers can expect a comprehensive and hands-on experience to enhance their food photography skills and guidance on all aspects of exposure including Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO control, as well as creative controls such a composition, framing and colour theory.

The itinerary for the day

Note: Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time. Locations and timings are subject to change due to weather or workshop group.

11:30am – 13:30pm: The first part of the day is classroom-based learning, with Carl taking you through photography and creative fundamentals. 

13:30pm – 14:30pm: Lunch Break

14:30pm – 17:30pm: The remainder of the afternoon will be spent putting the learning into action with a practical session. Expect lots of hands-on and image-making opportunities.  

What will you learn?

The day will provide a comprehensive grounding in commercial food photography. Carl will cover a wide range of techniques and ideas, starting with a recap of basic exposure settings before diving into specifics including fundamental equipment needs, colour theory, composition, basic food styling as well as lighting. 
 
For the practical part of the workshop, you will receive picture-taking advice, including which camera settings to use, tips for accurate focusing, depth-of-field control, compositional guidance and how to create inspiring and powerful backgrounds can also be discussed. 

What kit do you need?

You’re welcome to bring your own set-up, although a selection of the latest FUJIFILM cameras and lenses will be available on the day. Photographers travelling lighter are also welcome to borrow 3LeggedThing tripods.

Please do contact us on fujifilm_schoolUK@fujifilm.com or call us on 0203 486 4610 if there is anything you want to try. We will try our very best to accommodate you.

First aid

Your workshop leaders are fully First Aid Trained and will always carry a full First Aid kit.

Additional information

Tickets do not include any expenses, train fares, meals, taxi fares, parking charges, etc unless otherwise stated. Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time.

Site amenities

Accessible Toilets

Car Parking

Please use the local car parks.

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