Professional Photography
Masterclass

INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY MASTERCLASS IN BERLIN

The Professional Photography Masterclass at the Berlin School of Photography offers more than just a traditional approach—it also provides a pathway for career changers and newcomers to enter the world of photography. Whether you’re starting from scratch or shifting your creative focus, this masterclass equips you with the essential skills to master every aspect of photography.

Designed for aspiring professional photographers, as well as those looking to build a strong portfolio for university or art school applications, this program combines in-depth theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience. Our practical modules take place both in the studio and on location, ensuring personalised guidance tailored to your development.

With the support of experienced photographers and the opportunity to explore various photography disciplines, this program helps you refine your individual style and discover your niche within the industry. Whether you already have a clear vision or are exploring different genres, this masterclass provides the resources and expert coaching to shape your unique photographic style and create a compelling portfolio.

Foundation of Photography

Start your photography journey by mastering the essential principles of Focus, Exposure, and Composition. Build a strong foundation that will boost your confidence and set you on the path to creating compelling images with ease.

Portrait Photography

Discover how to create striking portraits with minimal equipment, using the power of natural and artificial light to enhance your shots. Whether indoors or outdoors, you'll learn how to perfectly illuminate your subjects and capture their true essence.

Fashion Photography

Unlock the world of fashion photography with this inspiring introduction. Perfect for those looking to refine their styling and image composition skills, this module will help you create impactful, professional fashion images that stand out in the industry.

Studio Lighting

Gain in-depth knowledge of artificial lighting techniques. This module will guide you step by step, showing you how to utilise studio lighting and equipment to achieve your desired results with precision and creativity.

Still Life Photography

Explore the art of still life photography in this detailed module. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of various aspects, from food and product photography to capturing artistic, expressive still life images.

Lightroom for Beginners

Master advanced image editing techniques in this module to elevate the quality of your photos and streamline your workflow to a professional standard. Learn how to efficiently use Lightroom to enhance your images with precision and creativity.

Photoshop Essentials

This module provides a thorough introduction to Photoshop for photographers, equipping you with the skills to navigate the entire image editing process with confidence. From start to finish, you'll learn how to transform your photos into professional-quality works of art.

Achitectural Photography

Develop essential skills for capturing stunning architectural and interior photography. This practical module teaches you how to frame buildings and spaces with artistic vision, bringing out their unique character in every shot.

Personal mentoring

Elevate your photography journey with one-on-one coaching. Through personalised portfolio reviews and professional guidance, you'll refine your skills, discover your strengths, and gain the confidence to pursue your career as a professional photographer

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Gallery Visits

Explore exhibitions with a professional photographer, discovering new ideas, refining your visual perception, and immersing yourself in photography as an art form. Expand your creative vision and gain fresh inspiration.

Language:
German and English

Participants:
Number of participants is limited to 7

Fee
€3915 (Ratenzahlung möglich)
With a payment plan, €915 is due upon signing up. The remaining amount is then paid in monthly instalments of €375, depending on the agreed terms.Save 3% when you pay the full amount upfront.

Duration
We offer the Masterclass in German on Wednesdays and in English on Thursdays.

Course Dates

3.09.2025 – 6.05.2026 (DE)

4.09.2025 – 7.05 2026 (EN)

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Nico Bernard

14:20 08 Mar 25

Absolutely top and definitely recommended. I took the master class at the Berlin School of Photography. Here you will learn everything you need, from the basics to the different disciplines of photography, if you want to pursue the path of becoming a photographer. In eight months you will gain insights into still life, architecture, portrait and fashion photography and learn the basics for working with light and setups in the studio. Tasks on each subject area, presentations and picture discussions in the group deepen knowledge and ensure personal development. The atmosphere in the group was very appreciative. The teachers are very approachable and can be contacted at any time. For me, the master class was the best basis for applying to the Ostkreuzschule in order to continue my path.

Doc Chris

19:45 17 Oct 24

Taking a photography course in the forest is not an everyday occurrence. In addition to good food, a very good breakfast and a small learning group, we had two companions (Bettina as a photographer, Johannes as a forest expert) who encouraged and supported us all around. After an evening with an introduction and check on our own cameras and background experiences, we were driven into the forest on Saturday and, after a detailed introduction, we had enough time to look for and find our individual path for photos. In the evening there was a campfire in the forest with food (game and vegetables). I developed a very unique feeling about the place, which continued for days, even after the weekend. The photo discussion on Sunday morning was an appreciation of our different perspectives and visual impressions of this forest. Well accompanied by Bettina, who discussed the pictures with us and made one or two suggestions. Angle of view, detail, exposure or perspective. For me, this is a special photography course that I would recommend to anyone who wants to experience the forest in a new way. Depending on the time of year, however, you should be prepared that it can be significantly colder than in the city.

Andreas F. Hoffmann

16:05 08 May 24

I completed the 7-month masterclass at the Berlin School of Photography and it was a great success for me. I started without much prior knowledge, having previously only taken a one-day smartphone photography course (also at the BSoP). That had already motivated me a lot! From there it really took off: starting with the technical basics, artistic fine-tuning and experimental photography, I learned more than I had in a long time. Our trainers were equally committed, knowledgeable and highly motivated, so that this motivation also rubbed off on us participants. And there was a great atmosphere in the group of participants, a lot of mutual exchange and support, just great. Definitely a full 5 out of 5 points, big recommendation!!

Verena

21:26 05 May 24

I recently completed the 7-month photo coaching and am still impressed and positively influenced by the enriching time in every facet.
I learned a lot about photography during this time and am very grateful for this experience.
The patience that was shown to answer my questions, the many inspirations and different perspectives made the coaching very valuable for me.
Over time, a great community has formed between the coaches and coachees, who have always supported each other.
I found it very exciting and beneficial that the content of the coaching was conveyed by different coaches.
The big highlight was our final photo project entitled “Transformation”, which we were able to exhibit in Field Five.

I don't want to miss the time.
Many thanks to you Bettina, Nina, Rocio, Alberto and my coachees❣

X.smile .y

12:22 30 Apr 24

I took the course for beginners and am super satisfied! I learned a lot about using the camera and was also able to get to know many beautiful corners of Berlin from inspiring perspectives. I can recommend the course with a clear conscience☺️

Peter Karsten

17:37 20 Apr 24

I had a new camera and barely knew how to use it. In one-on-one lessons with Bettina, I not only learned the technique, but also developed an unexpected enthusiasm for photography in a very short time and will definitely continue. Thank you for this quick and individual introduction with a good price-performance ratio.

Diana Meemken

12:01 20 Apr 24

I absolutely enjoyed my course at the BSoP after being a guest at the Vernissage of the Master class. I learned do much and my photographic skills improved massively. Thank you - next time again. I can recommend it strongly.

Stephanie Drescher

16:49 04 Apr 24

My impression after a beginners course: Far from a professional school of photography. A very old-fashioned presentation was shown for the introduction. There was no apparent concept to me all day...I didn't learn anything that I wouldn't have learned better from books or YouTube tutorials. The handout that was sent to us later was not very informative. Plus point: Bettina called me after this review to see what she could do better. Unfortunately, the conversation and their arguments did not convince me and I still cannot recommend the course.

Eston McKeague

15:05 17 Oct 23

I loved the "Nature Photo Experience" course! Was a super interesting setting for a the course and was a great way to get out of the city and see the forest in a new way.

M H

11:22 09 Oct 23

I'm very satisfied. I really enjoyed the photography course for beginners levels 1 + 2! It was very professional and personal, with lots of practical exercises.
I can now finally use my camera properly and take the photos I've always dreamed of.
I will definitely take more photography courses and can only warmly recommend it to everyone

Henry

18:26 07 Oct 23

Very helpful, thank you very much! I've come a long way and now finally understand the technology. I'm looking forward to my projects and will report back. Thank you!!!

John Schols

19:40 09 Aug 23

Wonderful street art tour with lots of tips from Bettina von Kameke about photography and street art in Berlin. Very interesting new parts of Berlin and very helpful.

Rob Murray

16:20 17 Jan 22

My partner and I did the Level 1 course with Alberto and really enjoyed the course and our day! Alberto was a professional and thorough teacher while still leaving lots of time to ask questions and get creative. Would definitely recommend this course to anyone hoping to learn more about their camera and start to embark on their first steps to becoming a better photographer.

Henriette de Wit

18:39 30 Aug 21

I highly recommend the Forest Photography course to anyone who wants to learn more about photography and be closer to nature. Bettina is very inspiring, full of interesting stories and a skilled photographer. She hosted us in an idyllic setting, thought us the most important photography techniques and guided us on a forest bathing to awaken our senses and creativity before we could wander off on our own to put all that we learned into practise. We concluded the day with soup and cake and reviewing the photos that we took that day. For me it was an amazing experience.