There are two schools of photography in Brighton:
1. The sunset over the sea, starlings over the west pier, Brighton is picturesque - posse
2. The uber cool, Dazed and confused. Brighton is a fashionista capital - gang
Garage studis is the spiritual home to the latter, if you don't know anything about this side of brighton art then check out DarkDaze, Louis Banks, Lomokev on Flickr.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/darkdaze/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lomokev/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/louiebanks/
The studio is a commercial studio, but they are very welcoming if you happen to be passing and wonder what might be going on inside.
They offer courses for photographers of any level, wether you are looking for a bit of inspiration or a professional course in studio lighting. The courses aren't cheap, but the groups are small and the tutors are some of the best in the business. So it isn't like doing an adult ed class at city college with some lacklustre photofailure...
Have a look at the portfolios, they speak for themselves. read more