Smartphone Photography Class: Barbican

See this iconic landmark through a new lens with this smartphone safari in London.



2 hours

Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 3 to 20
  £55

Fascinated by architecture? Learn how to take professional photos with your phone at this smartphone safari! Not just a photography class, your enthusiastic guide will also reveal the hidden side of this bustling area, from the impressive brutalist Barbican Centre itself to its secret green heart.
Whether you're a seasoned snapper or just starting your creative journey, you'll learn how to frame and shoot photos like a pro, using nothing but the phone camera you keep in your pocket. It's also a brilliant way to explore London, no matter whether you're local, new to the city or just visiting.
You'll also learn how to use an intuitive, free editing app to get the most out of the day's snaps, letting you preserve the memories of your day out in the best quality possible — and upping your Instagram game while you're at it!

Upcoming dates for Smartphone Photography Class: Barbican

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 14 Oct 2026, 12:43pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

4 upcoming dates between 17 Oct 2026 and 5 Dec 2026.

  • Sat 17 Oct 2026, 3pm-5pm
  • Wed 28 Oct 2026, 11:30am-1:30pm
  • Wed 2 Dec 2026, 11:30am-1:30pm
  • Sat 5 Dec 2026, 3pm-5pm
What you'll get
  • A tour of iconic London landmarks and off-beat locales.
  • Tips to get the best photos out of your smartphone.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Just yourself, your smartphone and a comfy pair of shoes.
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Farringdon

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Your teacher can also travel within 30 miles of Farringdon, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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  • 5/5 from Yu, attended Sep 2026: Useful instructions on getting the most out of the smartphone and perspectives for getting interesting photos!
  • 5/5 from Jessica Bateman, attended Sep 2026: Fantastic session, I would highly recommend. Jeanette is friendly, fun and professional. The Barbican was the perfect backdrop, with many interesting angles and exciting different aspects to get great shots.
  • 5/5 from Judith Abraham, attended Aug 2026: Jen is fabulous and is a wonderful tutor! They allowed and encouraged us to explore, practice and enjoy using our camera cellphones!
  • 5/5 from Hilary, attended Jun 2026: A brilliant session learning about what I can do with my camera phone. Informative, fun and great results. Would highly recommend to anyone, and great to explore an area of London I usually dash through.
  • 5/5 from Max Sadur Sutherland, attended May 2026: Great class, tons of really practical tips and guidance. Walking around the Barbican offered so many opportunities for interesting photos. Best part: learning how to actually *use* my phone properly! There were settings I had never suspected were there...
  • 4/5 from Sandra, attended May 2026: Excellent - work in progress regarding putting it into practice Looking forward to receiving all info
  • 5/5 from Annabelle Gout, attended Apr 2026: Jet delivered a wonderful experience from start to finish. What stands out most is how simple techniques are used to produce such impressive pictures. The advice provided was clear and valuable, and will certainly be kept in mind going forward. Would definetely go back again and recomend to people looking for fun and original activities in London
  • 5/5 from Peter W Orr, attended Feb 2026: Excellent experience. Jeanette was knowledgeable, informative and supportive throughout. She knew the detailed settings on all the various types of phone in the class, and was able to help us all to discover many new aspects about our respective phones, that we never knew existed. Her comprehensive insight into the local area, meant we were seamlessly guided to so many amazing photo opportunities. Hints and tips aplenty. (Lego and wrist strap already ordered) Many thanks for a great afternoon. Would thoroughly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Jessica Edge, attended Jan 2026: Received this as a gift. Jeanette shared some great insights into different phone settings and photo compositions. I really enjoyed the Barbican setting too. I also found the editing tips at the end really useful.
  • 5/5 from Dipesh Patel, attended Dec 2025: Absolutely brilliant experience with Jet. A great family day out especially given you typically go to a decent site in a major city. Jet really knows her way around both the locality and the different phones. We all learnt something and she makes the teaching so easy that we have all continued to apply some of the 'tricks' to each of out photos. We booked a private family session but am sure the group ones would be equally great. Jet also takes time to make sure each person gets 100% from the session. Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Andre Harbert, attended Nov 2025: We had such a great session with Jeanette. Learnt so many new things about taking and editing photos and got lucky with amazing light. Perfect blend of time for learning and trying it out yourself.
  • 5/5 from Jenna Wheeler, attended Aug 2025: Such a fantastic course, went with my 12yo nephew and we both learnt so much and really enjoyed it. The Barbican is a brilliant location, and being able to see the conservatory was a real bonus. Thanks for such a special afternoon Jet! I will be recommending your courses to everyone!
  • 5/5 from Helen Page, attended Jul 2025: Helpful, informative, friendly, inclusive session. Glad to have been able to attend.
  • 5/5 from Bella Pagan, attended May 2025: I loved the class - so interesting and informative with a really great teacher. I’ll definitely be using these tools and techniques!
  • 5/5 from Ramy Ahmed, attended May 2025: I enjoyed my photography class with Jeanette
  • 5/5 from Lucy Hagger, attended Apr 2025: Jet was an amazing teacher and we learnt so many great practical skills. I loved every minute. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Cecily Roberts, attended Jun 2024: Fantastic class with a really enthusiastic, knowledgeable, patient, and inspiring teacher, in a very small group. It's amazing how much we covered in just a couple of hours.
  • 5/5 from Liz Skinner, attended May 2024: Really interesting and fun afternoon learning tips and tricks about how to make the best use of a phone.
  • 5/5 from Caroline, attended Jan 2024: I'm so impressed with the course! It's a pleasure looking through, and sharing, the photos I've taken today. Thank you
  • 5/5 from David, attended Jan 2024: The class was interesting and informative, with lots of personalised guidance throughout. The notes on how to use the app as well as reminders on techniques shared at the end are particularly useful too.
  • 5/5 from Gillian Renouf, attended Oct 2023: Excellent session, even though the heavens opened it did not detract from our experience at all. Jet was amazing - knowledgeable, attentive, friendly and really upbeat. The whole group had a very enjoyable session and all learned a great amount.
  • 5/5 from Azza Boutour, attended Apr 2023: Jeanette is an amazing teacher, the class was so much fun and we'ee super excited to apply everything we learnt!
  • 5/5 from Paul Aylin, attended Mar 2023: Super approachable, very knowledgeable guide, with lots of creative tips. A great way to while away a couple hours.
Your teacher

Jet Black Squares
Jet Black Squares

5.0 (465)
female Women-owned

Jet is the founder and Creative Director of Jet Black Squares. Combining her former teaching career in the East End of London with a more recent corporate photography business of 13 years, she has created a hub for everything creative surrounding the smartphone. Jet Black Squares offer Smartphone Safaris all over the country, with a trusted band of guides who deliver workshops to an exceptionally high standard. More locations coming soon.

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