Covert Surveillance Photography Course
Delivered by specialists with backgrounds in UK Special Forces, government, and defence, ensuring the highest professional standards.
Our 3-day Covert Surveillance Photography Course is designed to provide a practical, operationally focused introduction to the use of covert imagery in surveillance operations. Whether you're augmenting human surveillance work or tasked with standalone evidence gathering, this course teaches you how to capture clear, time-sensitive imagery under pressure, without compromising your position.
3-day Covert Surveillance Photography Course
Delivered by instructors with decades of operational experience across UK government agencies and specialist surveillance units, this course blends classroom instruction with multiple field-based exercises designed to simulate real-world surveillance scenarios.
Covert Photography
You will learn how to:
Select the correct equipment based on the operational environment
Set up and deploy covert camera systems in static and mobile scenarios
Understand focal length, shutter speed, ISO, and depth of field under operational constraints
Capture evidential imagery across varying light conditions, weather, and environments
Use DSLR, handheld, and long-lens covert systems
Work from vehicles, public areas, and fixed observation posts without detection
Manage imagery correctly for continuity and legal standards
Incorporate photography into wider operational surveillance packages
This course isn’t about taking ‘nice’ photos, it’s about taking the right image, at the right time, without compromising the task. It’s a challenging discipline, one that takes patience, timing, and fieldcraft.
This course is an ideal follow-on for those already trained in human surveillance or as a standalone for individuals tasked with evidential gathering.
FAQ’s
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This course is designed for individuals involved in covert surveillance, investigations, or intelligence gathering who need to capture evidential imagery discreetly and to a professional standard
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Previous surveillance experience is beneficial but not essential. The course is structured to support newcomers while still refining the skills of experienced operators.
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The course covers covert photographic techniques, evidential image capture, camera handling, positioning, concealment, and operating effectively in dynamic environments.
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Training is predominantly practical, with short classroom inputs supporting hands-on exercises carried out in real-world conditions.
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Attendees will work with professional-grade photographic equipment suitable for covert use. Guidance is also provided on selecting and using personal equipment where appropriate.
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Yes. The course is assessed against professional standards. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to capture usable, evidential imagery while remaining covert.
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Assessment is continuous and based on image quality, discretion, positioning, decision-making, and adherence to operational best practice.
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Training is delivered in realistic urban environments to replicate genuine surveillance photography scenarios. Full joining instructions are provided in advance.
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You will gain the skills and confidence to capture evidential imagery discreetly, improving both operational effectiveness and evidential value.
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To book a place or discuss suitability, contact us directly and we’ll guide you through the next steps.
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