Photography and videography courses for enthusiasts in Biarritz and throughout the Basque Country, including Bayonne, Anglet, and Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
Twelve years ago, my mother passed on her passion for photography by lending me her camera. I still remember that unique feeling: the sound of the shutter, looking through the viewfinder, the excitement of discovering my images… and above all, the desire to understand. Why were some photos sharp while others were blurry? How could light change everything? How do you master this strange device with all its buttons?
That’s why I decided to create a training program—built around the method I wish I had had to truly understand photography.
Learn by doing
Everything I know, I learned on my own: by testing, exploring, watching hours of YouTube tutorials, exchanging with other passionate creatives… and above all, by practicing again and again.
Today, I make a living from photography and videography and now, I want to pass that knowledge on. Not through endless theoretical lessons, but through a hands-on, engaging approach tailored to your pace.
In-person photography and videography courses
I offer photography and videography courses in small groups in Biarritz, Bayonne, Anglet, as well as throughout Les Landes and the Basque Country.
These courses are open to anyone who owns a camera (or wants to learn using a real camera) but doesn’t yet know how to use it to its full potential.
You will learn how to:
Use your camera (DSLR, mirrorless, etc.)
Understand light, settings, lenses, and shooting posture
Edit your first photos using Lightroom
And above all… gain confidence behind the viewfinder
Some pictures of my students
Training sessions by the ocean, in the mountains, or in the studio—everything is possible.
Here are a few photos taken during the introductory course or just a few days after.
Prices
Photography training rates are adapted to your level and your goals.
Each program is practice-based, with personalized guidance to help you learn faster and more effectively.
📸 Private Course – Beginner Level
€130
Photography basics, semi-automatic settings, light management, introduction to Lightroom.
(Equipment loan possible)
📷 Development Pack – 3 Courses
€450
In-depth learning, practical exercises, personalized lessons, full manual mode mastery, follow-up between sessions.
👥 Group Beginner Course (2–3 people)
€100 / person
Photography basics, camera settings, light management, introduction to Lightroom.
(Equipment loan possible)
👉 Training sessions take place in the Basque Country and Les Landes, with a strong focus on hands-on learning in real shooting conditions.
👉 Need advice to choose the right option? Contact me.
Student reviews
Discover my reviews about my photography class
I really loved the practical part—it gave me lots of photo ideas. I also enjoyed being able to ask plenty of questions and have open discussions. It pushed me to challenge myself and to take photos on a regular basis.
Bougeotte Studio
I took a photography course with Marc Antoine and had a great coaching experience! He is professional, attentive, and above all very pedagogical. I highly recommend him.
Amaury
★★★★★
★★★★★
I took a 3-hour training session with Marc Antoine and it was an excellent experience! His teaching approach and the quality of his explanations helped me improve a lot in photography.
I’m leaving with solid foundations and real tools to enhance my photo editing. Thank you again!
Sasha
I had been wanting to get into photography for a while, and there’s nothing better than learning this art with Marco. He’s a passionate professional with a real sense of sensitivity and creativity.
He was extremely pedagogical and gave me lots of great tips to improve my shots. I’ll keep a wonderful memory of the photo session at Mount Mondarrain 😍
Dylan
★★★★★
★★★★★
A super interesting course around Biarritz!
Marc-Antoine is kind and very pedagogical—we learn a lot in a short amount of time. I highly recommend him without hesitation!
Big plus for the Lightroom training as well—thanks again!!
Julie
Great experience!
I’m an amateur photographer with only a few basics and not much technical knowledge, and this course was truly helpful. Marc Antoine is very pedagogical and focuses strongly on hands-on practice, which makes everything easier to understand quickly and concretely.
I clearly felt real progress between the beginning and the end of the session, which was very motivating. On top of that, he’s very friendly, cheerful, and pleasant, making the course even more enjoyable.
I highly recommend him without hesitation.
Pierre
★★★★★
★★★★★
Who is this training for ?
This photography training in the Basque Country is designed for anyone who wants to improve their photography skills, regardless of their level or experience.
It is ideal for:
📸 Beginners
Have you just bought a camera, or are you using automatic mode without really understanding the settings?
This beginner photography course will help you to:
Understand the basics of photography
Master essential settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO)
Learn how to move beyond automatic mode
Gain confidence using your camera
📷 Passionate Enthusiasts
You already practice photography but feel like you’re not progressing anymore?
This training helps you to:
Improve your composition and visual storytelling
Better manage natural light
Refine your photographic style
Create more consistent and impactful images
🏢 Entrepreneurs & Freelancers
Do you want to create high-quality visuals for your own communication?
This photography training allows you to:
Produce professional photos for your website
Improve visuals for social media
Showcase your business with authentic images
Access to my equipment
No need to own your own equipment to learn or improve—you’ll have access to all my gear during the courses.
2 professional cameras: Sony A7S III & A7 III
A wide range of lenses: wide-angle, fast portrait lenses, and telephoto lenses for distant subjects
(17–28mm, 35mm, 28–75mm, 70–200mm, 200–600mm)2 drones to discover aerial photography (DJI Mini 3 Pro & Mavic 3 Classic)
A waterproof housing for shooting in aquatic environments
And everything you need to test, compare, and experiment.
You’ll get hands-on experience with real professional gear, see how it changes the way you create, and understand what suits you best if you decide to invest in your own equipment one day.
Join my community
I’ve created a group bringing together everyone who has taken part in the photo coaching, where you can share your questions as well as your photos to receive feedback and learn how to improve.
Why take a hands-on photography course?
Today, there are many online photography courses, videos, tutorials, and lessons available at just a few clicks. These resources are useful for understanding theory, but they quickly show their limits when it comes to truly progressing in photography.
Photography is a craft that is learned above all by doing.
Holding your camera in your hands, testing settings in real conditions, and directly observing the impact of light, aperture, or shutter speed helps anchor knowledge far more effectively. What you practice becomes instinctive, and muscle memory develops naturally.
During a hands-on photography course, you will:
Immediately apply theory in real-world situations
Clearly understand your camera’s settings
See your mistakes and correct them in real time
Progress faster thanks to personalized feedback
Unlike online training, you’re not alone in front of a screen. You can ask questions, experiment, try again, and fine-tune your settings until everything feels natural.
Hands-on practice also helps you develop your photographic eye: learning how to compose an image, anticipate a scene, read the light, and tell a story through your photos.
By handling your camera, shooting, analyzing your images, and exchanging feedback, concepts truly sink in. Photography isn’t learned only with the mind—it’s learned with the hands and the eye.
👉 An in-person, practice-based photography course is the best way to progress quickly, gain confidence, and truly enjoy photography.
