Photography is more than pressing the shutter on a camera. It is about understanding light, framing a moment, and finding creative ways to tell a story through an image. From 3–5 September 2026, 15 participants came together at the Aurora House for a three-day photography training organised by Olusoji Seye, a photojournalist and filmmaker. He invited guest facilitators Emmanuel AJ Cole (photographer and filmmaker) and Benjamin Thoronka (award-winning photographer) to enrich the classes. Aurora Foundation supported the training by making its venue available for the sessions.
Photography is more than pressing the shutter on a camera. It is about understanding light, framing a moment, and finding creative ways to tell a story through an image.
From 3–5 September 2026, 15 participants came together at the Aurora House for a three-day photography training organised by Olusoji Seye, a photojournalist and filmmaker. He invited guest facilitators Emmanuel AJ Cole (photographer and filmmaker) and Benjamin Thoronka (award-winning photographer) to enrich the classes. Aurora Foundation supported the training by making its venue available for the sessions.
The training covered the fundamentals of photography, lighting techniques, composition and storytelling, and the business of photography.
The sessions were practical and interactive, allowing participants to move from demonstrations to applying the techniques themselves.
A core focus was mastering the camera. Participants explored aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, the three essential settings that control exposure, and learned how each affects an image. For those with little or no prior experience, this was a chance to become comfortable with their equipment and build confidence.
Composition exercises encouraged participants to look more intentionally at their subjects. They practised the rule of thirds, leading lines, negative space, symmetry and framing, using objects, people and other subjects to create different compositions.
The energy in the room stayed high as participants applied each technique. They later displayed their photographs and discussed their work, creating space to reflect on creative choices and learn from one another.
The three-day training concluded with participants receiving certificates, marking their completion of the programme and the skills they had developed. For many, IN THE FRAME was more than a workshop; it was a confidence boost and a practical toolkit for turning ideas into images.
From mastering camera fundamentals to creating with intention, the 15 participants left with new skills and a stronger foundation for their photography journey.
