If you are looking to learn how you can capture the essence of Kenya through your lens, here’s a list of some of the best colleges offering photography courses in Kenya.
In addition, I shall tell you their course requirements, intakes, course duration, their fees, and more.
Colleges offering photography courses in Kenya
Here are the schools we have found to be offering the best photography courses within Kenya (plus what makes them the best).
1. Kenya Online College
When talking about the best photography schools in Kenya, it’s near impossible to leave out Kenya Online College.
To start with, the institution has heavily invested in its state-of-the-art photography studio – it looks like a shot from a photographer’s dream.
In addition, their computer lab is well equipped with powerful and fast computers installed with powerful photo-editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
But most importantly, their team of trainers consists of professional photographers who have been in the field for years.
And one thing we like about these trainers is their full hands-on training techniques… From day one, you will have a camera in your hand as you continue learning.
Now think of how much you will gain from this practical experience.
And here’s the icing on the cake: The trainers regularly give different photography projects to their students.
This way, they ensure that upon graduation, the students already have a good portfolio they can use in marketing themselves.
Furthermore, you’ll be taught about freelancing as a photographer and photography licensing which can earn you tons of money online.
In short, their trainers make sure that you are well equipped to make the most of your photography skills by the time you leave the institute.
Another reason you should enroll for a photography course at Kenya Online College is how comprehensive their course is.
If you don’t believe me, have a look:
Photography course outline at Kenya Online College (what you will learn)
| Module | What the module entails |
| Introduction to photography |
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| Understanding light and exposure |
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| Composition techniques |
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| Aperture and depth of field |
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| Shutter speed and motion |
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| ISO and sensitivity |
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| White balance and color temperature |
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| Lens types and focal lengths |
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| Portrait photography |
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| Landscape photography |
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| Still life and product photography |
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| Street and documentary photography |
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| Other types of photography |
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| Studio lighting techniques |
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| Image editing and post-processing |
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| Photography freelancing and making money online |
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| Photography ethics and copyright |
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Photography course requirements
- A minimum KCSE grade of D- (D minus)
- Basic computer skills
Summary of other course details
Mode of study: In-person & online
Duration: 3 months
Intakes: Every first Monday of the month
Fees: Ksh. 30,000 (10,000/- per month)
Side note: The fees covers the following:
- Tuition
- Practicals and labs i.e shoots and editing
- Classes on how to earn online as a photographer
- Mentorship by industry leaders
- Networking & industry linkage facilitation fees
- Certification fee
How to enroll for the photography course at Kenya Online College
To book your slot in the next intake, call/WhatsApp their student liaison office on 0797 532 345.
Alternatively, you can fill out their online application form and the team will get back to you.
2. DigiStride Academy
One thing we like about DigiStride is how well they have invested in their photography studio… They have everything a photographer needs from different cameras and accessories to lighting equipment and props.
But most importantly, their computer lab is well equipped with Adobe Photoshop – a professional photo-editing software.
If you enroll for their course, here’s what you can expect to learn (from the course outline on their website):
- Camera basics and lens types
- Shutter speed, ISO, sensitivity, and aperture
- Exposure and proper lighting techniques
- Portrait, landscape, street, and documentary photography
- Image editing and post-production techniques
- Photography ethics and copyright laws
Summary of other course details
Mode of study: In-person
Duration: 3 ½ months
Fees: Ksh. 54,000
Intake: January, May, and September
3. Digital Horizon Institute
Digital Horizon Institute is another good place to learn photography.
For starters, the institute has heavily invested in its photography studio.
Not to mention that most of its trainers are well-known photographers.
That being said, here’s what their photography course covers:
- Introduction to camera settings, lenses, and focal lengths
- Exposure & lighting techniques
- Advanced camera settings
- Portrait, landscape, wedding, street, and product photography
- Image editing and other post-production techniques
- Ethics and copyright in photography
Summary of other course details
Mode of study: In-person
Duration: 4 months
Fees: Ksh. 48,000
Intake: January, May, and September
Parting shots on colleges offering photography courses in Kenya
Ready to take the next step and unlock your potential as a professional photographer?
Book your seat at the best photography school in Kenya (Kenya Online College) by calling/whatsapping their student liaison office on 0797 532 345!
Alternatively, you can fill out their online application form.
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Patrick is a digital marketer and web designer by profession but on the side, he talks about how to use skills to make money online. He studied Applied Statistics at the university. He’s also an avid reader and digital skills trainer. Have any questions? Connect with him on LinkedIn.