The Creative Art of Photography – Lou Smith Fine Artist
Fine Art photographer and artist, Lou Smith works in the creative mediums of digital photography and painting. Living and working in London is a rich and rewarding experience as the city is a fast moving and intense environment within which to explore dynamic shapes, forms, textures and colours. Lou exhibits her work both nationally and internationally.
London Photography Courses
Lou Smith offers a variety of photography courses in London which are a perfect fit for different skill levels. Discover how to become more creative in your understanding and use of photography to create unique powerful images.
Courses are offered as one to one tuition or private to yourself or your own personal group. Discover how to become more creative in your understanding and use of photography to create unique powerful images.
Ready to join the conversation? Let’s explore the city together, discover the hidden stories in every corner, and translate them into photography.
Beginners Photography Course
This course is perfect for beginners who are new to photography and want to learn the basics of using their camera. You’ll build confidence step by step, understand key settings, and put it into practice right away.
London Night Photography
This workshop will take you on an exciting night-time photography tour of London, capturing the city’s iconic landmarks illuminated after dark—learning how to bring the atmosphere to life with your camera along the way.
Night Street Photography
This course will teach you how to capture stunning images of the city and people at night—turning streetlights into atmosphere, mastering exposure after dark, and creating bold, evocative night street photographs.
Street Photography Course
London moves fast—so should your eye. Join Fine Art photographer Lou Smith for a street photography course where light, lines, and character turn everyday scenes into bold art.
Shoreditch Street Photography
This course will take you on a journey through the vibrant streets of Shoreditch and Brick Lane, one of London’s most creative neighbourhoods.
Creative Expression Course
Explore creative expression photography with Lou Smith—discover new ways to see, try thoughtful prompts, and shape your ideas into something uniquely yours.
Long Exposure Course
Turn blur, water and traffic into intentional, resonant images—learn the art of long exposure, control the light, and develop your own creative style.
Photography Masterclass
Join this intensive masterclass with Lou Smith and elevate your photography. Work hands-on with manual mode, then put it to use across travel photography and street photography—developing confidence, refining your eye, and creating images you’ll be proud to call your own.
Travel Photography Course
From illuminated streets to hidden corners—capturing stories through light, rhythm, and texture. Learn to see beyond postcards and turn every journey into a dynamic, unforgettable frame.
Lightroom Course
Adobe Lightroom is power packed software for photographers who want to use it to edit, organise, view and share their images.
Our Adobe Lightroom Course will show you how to achieve great results and maximise the use of Lightroom for creative output
Photography Gift Vouchers
This voucher is the perfect gift for individuals who want to learn more about photography
Portfolio Review
Portfolio review service for individuals who want to receive professional feedback on their work.
Mentoring by Theme
A learning opportunity for photographers who want to develop their skills in a focused way.
About Lou Smith
Enjoy this collection of recent art works from London based fine artist, Lou Smith. The photography portfolios include London Street Photography, Landscape Photography and Creative Photography. Lou Smith, Fine Art photographer, walks with her camera every day and captures urban London as it evolves and moves around her.
Portfolios
