Class Schedule

Dive deep into the art of coastal wildlife photography, focus on shorebirds and the power of natural lighting. From golden sunsets to moody blue hours. Sharpen your technical skills, elevate your creative compositions, and learn to understand animal behavior in the field. 

How to use my Digital SLR - Basic Camera Handling, Camera Controls, Image Icons, Camera Menu systems, When to use each camera mode, focusing & much more. 

Additional details of using your new D-SLR, Discuss and explore when and why you use different modes and how they can improve your images.

How to begin editing your images in Adobe Lightroom.  Loading your images and and preparing them for printing.  How to import your images, color correct and crop. 

How to use the Masking features in Lightroom to take your editing to the next level!

Learn techniques of exposure and depth of field while photographic majestic landscapes, be it city scapes or the great out doors

Basic Techniques when photographing close-up.  Flowers, Miniatures, etc.  Learn the basic exposure, lighting techniques, depth of field, and much more. 

Learning how off camera Flash Lighting works to improve your photos, Both at home and on location.

Continuing with Studio Lighting 1, Mixing multiple sources of light, Choosing how many lights to use, Find the best placement for my subject, How to calculate the exact exposure, Lighting large family groups, and more.

Building on what you've learned in Studio Lighting 1 & 2, this class will take you further into setups using multiple lights, adding color, and advanced creative techniques.  **This class has a $35 fee**

Unlock the secrets to captivating on-camera flash photography with our comprehensive lesson.

Want to learn how to capture the magic of fireworks in your photos? Join our class and discover how to photograph these dazzling displays like a pro! We’ll cover everything you need to know, from getting the perfect shot to finding the best spot to shoot from.

This class will take you through the basic settings and compositional tools for doing photography with your cell phone.