Summer School of Photography in Vienna

LIK ACADEMY OF PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN

CLASSES IN ENGLISH

Digital Photography – Intense Summer Course - by LIK Academy Photography & Design Vienna

English Photography Diploma Course

Turn your passion for photography into powerful images – in the heart of Vienna.

This is not just a course.
It’s an intensive creative experience designed to transform how you see, shoot and present photography.

Work with professional photographers, develop your visual style and present your work in a real gallery exhibition.

Why This Course Is Different

Most photography courses teach techniques.
This program goes further:

You create a body of work, refine your artistic voice and present your photography publicly.

• Intensive, hands-on training every day

• Direct feedback from experienced professionals

• Small international group with personal mentoring

• Real exhibition at Galerie LIK

• Clear progress in a short time

You don’t just learn photography – you become a photographer.

What You Will Achieve

By the end of the program, you will:

• Shoot with confidence in different environments

• Understand composition, light and storytelling

• Develop a consistent visual style

• Build a strong portfolio

• Exhibit your work in a professional gallery

This is a visible, tangible result – not just theory.

From Learning to Exhibition

Within a few weeks, you go through the full creative process:

1. Shoot – daily photography sessions across Vienna

2. Refine – image selection and professional feedback

3. Edit – develop your images to exhibition quality

4. Print – produce your own fine art prints

5. Exhibit – present your work at Galerie LIK

The exhibition opening is part of the LIK Summer Photofestival – a real event with guests, photographers and creative professionals.

An International Creative Experience

You will work in an English-speaking group with participants from around the world.

This creates a unique dynamic:

• Exchange perspectives

• Learn faster through collaboration

• Build an international network

Many participants describe this as one of the most valuable parts of the experience.

Vienna as Your Creative Playground

Instead of a classroom-only course, you work directly in the city:

• Historic architecture and modern urban scenes

• Street photography in vibrant districts

• Cultural locations, cafés and hidden spots

Vienna constantly provides new visual inspiration.

Who This Course Is For

This program is designed for people who are serious about photography:

• Beginners who want a strong, structured start

• Advanced photographers developing their portfolio

• Creatives looking for new inspiration

• International participants seeking a unique experience

If you want real progress in a short time, this course is for you.

Intense Course of Photography - The English Diploma Course photography

Fireworks of creative photography in Vienna! Experience photography, take great photos, learn image design and analysis. Visit photo exhibitions together with the Team of LIK Academy of Photography.

Create fine art prints, exhibit at Galerie LIK am Spittelberg and celebrate the opening of the Exhibition at the festival of photography with friends. Join us at the LIK Summer Photo Festival in Vienna! Image design, flashes, portraiture and street photography, experience the joy of photography together and improve your own photographic skills.

Course Details

Course: English Diploma Course Photography
Location: Vienna, Austria
LIK Akademie für Foto und Design, Seidengasse 17, 1070 Wien
Language: English
Format: Intensive, hands-on training

Duration: 1 week

Dates 2026

Monday 6th July 2026 till Friday 10th July 2026

Investment

1 week: from € 980
Includes teaching, mentoring and exhibition participation.

Limited Places

To ensure quality and personal feedback, the number of participants is strictly limited.

Courses fill up every year.

Apply Now

If you are ready to:

• take your photography seriously

• develop your own visual style

• create work you are proud to show

then this is the right moment.

Apply now or request further information.

LOCATIONS:

• Theseustempel

• Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna

• Albertina Vienna

• Galerie LIK Spittelberggasse

• LIK Akademie Seidengasse 17

• Burgtheater

Curriculum-the English Class of Photography

Monday, 6.7.2026, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.: 

Focus day FRAME & MOMENT

Content and process: The Fields of Photography - Camera Technology - Collecting with the Camera - the pillars of digital photography - deliberately using focal length and perspective - play with sharpness - light direction and mood - Horizon in photography - Frame & Moment - Photowalk Vienna - Exhibition at Albertina

Tuesday, 7.7.2026, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.:

Focus day PRUNK and PLURALITY

8:00: Content and process: "Early Bird in the Museum" (once in front of all visitors in the museum) Interior design and fashion photography. Then Outdoor Fashion Photography - taking into account the image design in photo practice. Representing emotions - expressive photography.

1:00 - 4:00 Photo import - workflow and analysis.

Wednesday, 8.7.2026, 10 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.:

Content and programme:

10:00 - 13:00: Solve Your Practical Photography Themes

14:00 - 19:00Portrait on Location - Photo walk Burgtheater and Rathaus Arkaden Vienna

Thursday, 9.7.2026 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.:

Focus day SEE the FLASH-LIGHT

Content and sequence: The technique of studio flash and studio light, lighting and light shaper in the photo studio, exposure measurement, classical portrait in practice, lighting and representation of spatiality, Rembrandt and Marlene Dietrich in photography - Fine Art Printing - Exhibition conception

Thursday, 9.7.2026: 19:00: Opening of the photo exhibition Participants of the LIK Summer Academy 2026

Register to the GUESTLIST HERE

Friday, 10.7.2026, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: 

Photo Analysis and Photo Composition - Diploma Presentation.

The course content includes the first semester of the course of the LIK Academy for Photo and Design.

Content Block I:  (DPHO 1-6) Photo technology, image composition, studio light, street and reportage photography and photo rights.

After the Class in July You can make Your own Decision if You want to visit optional Block II (on Demand): (DPHO 7-12) Photo experiment, Cover & Fashion, architecture photography, advertising photography, character portrait, image composition

REGISTRATION FOR THE COURSE

Have Your Pictures exhibited at Galerie LIK with Opening Festivity

Curriculum – 1 Week Intensive Program

During this intensive program, you will work through a comprehensive range of topics that combine technical foundation, creative development and practical application.

All content is directly applied in real shooting situations, allowing you to develop your skills quickly and effectively.

Technical Foundation & Workflow

You will build a solid understanding of your equipment and professional processes:

• Camera technology and settings

• Data workflow and file management

• Image enhancement and post-production

Light & Exposure

Learn how to control and shape light to achieve professional results:

• Use of lighting and flash

• Available light photography

• Blue hour photography

• Capturing movement and dynamic scenes

Portrait & Fashion Photography

Work with people in different environments and styles:

• Portrait photography in the studio

• Portrait photography on location

• Beauty portrait

• Fashion photography

Creative Development

Strengthen your visual language and storytelling ability:

• Image design and composition

• Visual storytelling

• Street photography

From Image to Final Print

Complete the full photographic process:

• Image selection and refinement

• Preparation and production of fine art prints

Learning Approach

This program is designed as an intensive, hands-on experience with a strong focus on practice and individual feedback.

You will continuously apply what you learn, resulting in a cohesive body of work within a short period of time.