
Thanks to smart phones, photography has become the easiest and fastest way of producing a work of art. Some of our babes even know how to snap a shot! If you prefer leaving the job to the professionals, follow Little Steps’ rundown on Hong Kong’s finest family photographers, but if you are more of the DIY type, why not try out these Hong Kong photography classes, workshops, and courses? We cover the best options for kids, teens, and adults too. Snap, snap, snap!
Interested in pulling up your amateur iPhone photography skills or got an idea for an advanced photography project with the use of a digital camera? Colour My World mentors will help you achieve your goals. They teach both photo-taking skills and an eye for composition, with invaluable approach in capturing the subject matter. Workshops suitable for ages 8 and up.
Colour My World, Room 108-110, Floor 1, Marina Tower, 8 Shum Wan Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, +852 2580 5028, info@colour-my-world.com, colour-my-world.com
Image credit: Max Delsit
At Little Genius House, no hands are too small to hold the camera. They believe in the freedom of exploring and discovery. Whether your genius is an aspiring photographer, light director or even a natural in front of the camera, they’ll be able to immerse themselves in the mini-studio setting where they get to set up lights, costumes and props. All that fun while learning about composition, color, depth and more!
Little Genius House, 218, Hundsun International, 44 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong,+852 6936 1636, enquiry@littlegeniushouse.com, littlegeniushouse.com
Hong Kong's Canon center offers a wide range of photography courses. The courses change often, thus keep an eye out on the website. Demystifying EOS Digital SLR Camera with Cherry Wong is the only class taught in English, where you get the full breakdown on how to use your DSLR properly. Get taught the basics on exposure, shooting modes, white balance, focus setting and how to get the most out of your kit lens.
Canon HK, +852 3191 2333, hwww.canon.com.hk/en/club/school/course
Photocrafters believe that our beloved city of Hong Kong is one of the best sources of inspirations. Students get taken out of the studio to explore people, places, and the culture through the lens. Collaborating with local organisations, including YMCA and Swire Organisation for Youth Art, Photocrafters also organize photography workshops and outdoor trips for kids and teens. They hold exhibitions and community discussion sessions as well.
The Photocrafters, 3/F, Heng Fat Building, 140 Wing Lok Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, +852 2851 1003, info@thephotocrafters.org, www.thephotocrafters.org
Kenneth Lim, a New York native, has been running his photography workshops in Hong Kong since 2011 and has instructed over 400 students. There are 6 classes you can choose from, the Photography 101 is for the beginners, for the more experienced ones, check out their night photography class. Or opt for the private lesson where essential skills are taught in a private workshop session, you can choose between 2, 4 or 10-hour packages.
Hong Kong Photography Workshop, Unit 602, 15 Queen Victoria Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 9172 9101, info@hkphotoworkshop.com, www.hkphotoworkshop.com
From Pixar and Disney movies to YouTube and TikTok videos, children are great at consuming media – but what about making it? Let your child unleash their creativity at Babel Film Workshop which helps children develop the skills needed to create great film and media arts.
Visit their website to learn more, or contact them to find out which programs will suit your child. You can get 5% off term-time courses and holiday camps with the code LSA5. The code is valid for camps year-round!
Students aged 8-18 years can learn media subjects such as filmmaking, photography, acting, creative writing, and vlogging through fun and educational term-time courses and holiday camps at Babel Film Workshop. Private classes, 1-on-1 mentorships, and a selective program for aspiring filmmakers are also offered year-round, taught by professional filmmakers and media practitioners recognized by Hollywood, Hong Kong, and internationally.
Babel Film Workshop, Unit 1704, 17/F, M Place, 54 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, +852 3702 1678, enroll@babel.com.hk, https://www.babel.com.hk
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