A big thank you to Darren Hartley, Photography909 for his talk on Architectural Photography Masterclass at our first CPD of 2026.

This architectural photography masterclass is designed specifically for architects and developers, focusing on how photography can be used as a strategic tool to communicate design intent, add value to projects, and strengthen portfolios, marketing, and award submissions. The session explores how buildings are read visually, how light, composition, and perspective influence perception, and why professional imagery plays a critical role in shaping how architecture is understood by clients, planners, and the wider public.

Through clear, practical teaching, the masterclass breaks down how to approach architectural photography step by step — from defining intent and planning a shoot, to composing strong images on site and refining them through clean, natural editing. Attendees will learn how to make informed photographic decisions, recognise strong viewpoints, avoid common visual pitfalls, and apply a structured workflow that improves the clarity and impact of your own project imagery.