An innovative approach to photography education.
An innovative approach to photography education.
Learn the skills to communicate visually through photography while developing knowledge of graphic design and publishing to get your work seen by industry.
As a Photography Collective student you'll be part of the Bristol photography scene. You'll develop your craft and a range of professional skills, while learning to confidently create and showcase your stories. Across six long-form projects you'll get to collaborate on public facing exhibitions, events and client briefs.
"Boomsatsuma has presented plenty of opportunities to use industry-grade equipment and learn new ways to take and produce photos."
If you want to be part of something bigger, and you believe in the importance of creative collaboration, then the Photography Collective is for you. The course is made up of six in-depth projects. Four are designed and led by expert practitioners to help you build confidence, skills and knowledge. The final two are student-led, taking place at the end of each academic year.
Graduates of Photography Collective could choose to become freelance artists or work for creative organisations. Roles include photographer, photographer's assistance, bookmaker, gallerist and publisher, amongst others.
You may instead decide to apply for university. Here's a selection of specialised degree courses at boomsatsuma that are a great next step.
All of our classrooms are placed within central working hubs that put you right where the creative industries are. You'll spend time working at our Portland Square site, located in the heart of Bristol St Paul's.
We welcome applications from creative and motivated people from all backgrounds.
To apply for the course, use the button below. You'll be invited to attend an in-person interview where we'll talk about your goals and interests.
Courses for students aged 16-18 are fully funded, however we ask for an annual £150 studio fee to cover enrichment costs. You'll be eligible to apply for a discretionary bursary to cover this and to assist with travel costs.
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Term 1
5 September 2023 to 20 October 2023
Term 2
30 October 2023 to 15 December 2023
Term 3
2 January 2024 to 9 February 2024
Term 4
19 February 2024 to 28 March 2024
Term 5
15 April 2024 to 24 May 2024
Term 6
3 June 2024 to 23 July 2024
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