More Photography Classes in Washington, DC

You're comfortable with the basics of photography. Now it's time to push your skill level a bit higher.  Master Classes are a series of four online classes. During those classes, we'll explore the topic from basic to complex. Between each class you'll photograph a series of assignments. The photos will be critiqued and discussed in class.

This class dives into photography’s journey for its roots to the present day. The 19th century covers the inception of photography: the inventors, processes, rapid growth, the American Civil War, and the post-war years up until about 1900. The early 20th century covers Modernism and its photographers between 1900 – 1960. The late 20th century...

Your phone has become one of the most versatile imaging tools around today. Learn how to unleash its potential and your creativity. Covers hardware add-ons like lenses and filters, apps for networking and editing, and some of the basics of better composition. For the Supply List and Guidelines please CLICK HERE

Learn about the principles of photography and how to use your camera controls for creative expression. This accelerated class will help you understand how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO work together to convey mood and motion in a photo and how focal length affects how the camera sees space. We will explore manual and automatic metering options and...

Learn the techniques and principles of photography. You will explore the basics of photography, including image composition rules, how the camera works, proper exposure, and the functions of lens aperture and shutter speed. S ome minimal photo processing will also be covered. The course requires a digital SLR camera. No previous experience is required....

This course challenges you to take a more in-depth look into why you create the work that you do - and how to nourish your source of inspiration. Participants slow down and reflect on how they make work, and integrate self-care into their practice. This course will focus on how we can craft our practice to meet and/or address our personal needs through...

A brief overview of the art/photo market and photo collecting today. The Art Market today is rapidly changing. With so may fairs, festivals and online platforms, the old gallery model is becoming obsolete. Where should artists go to sell their work? In this webinar, Sarah Hadley will discuss what work is commercially viable and how photo collectors...

Nature and landscape photographs are much more than just pretty postcards when they are made by creatively engaged photographers who understand their motivations, their subjects, and their tools. During this one-day workshop, Michael E. Gordon will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration to help advance your craft and confidence in all creative...

When we go outdoors and into nature, our bodies and minds shift. Join Austin-based visiting artist, Elizabeth Chiles, in this exclusive online class at HCP to start creating photography inspired by the natural world and to explore the range of sensory and perceptual shifts we experience while in nature. In this course, students will look at historical...

This is a 1 hr Zoom technical refresher class. I will review ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed and how they work together.  This class is for students who have taken our Introduction for Beginners class or for those who have a little knowledge about photographing in manual mode. $20 suggested price

A good composition is the essence of impactful images. How do we define a “good composition?” In this course, your instructor will answer this question with tangible rules, so your technique can be more scientific than mystical. Similar to how learners of a new language use grammar to structure their sentences, aspiring photographers can use compositional...

Good composition is the essence of impactful images. But how do we define a “good composition?” In this course, your instructor will answer this question with tangible rules, so your technique can be more scientific than mystical. Similar to how learners of a new language use grammar to structure their sentences, aspiring photographers can use...

Learn the differences among focal lengths of lenses and how to select the appropriate lens for each particular subject.  Other topics include matching the lens to the light level, depth of field, and how to obtain maximum image sharpness, as well as using the hyperfocal length setting with manual focus.  Note: This class will be taught...

Thoughtful processes are key steps in learning to identify, then capture, an impressive and artistic image as an intermediate photographer. Use lead lines, selective manual focus, and appropriate aperture settings to enhance your photos. This class will be taught online via Zoom.  All registrations must be submitted online two days before your...

Digital Camera Settings Each settings on your camera provides a world of potential for bettering your images. Whether you use a DSLR or a point and shoot, there are tons of tricks that you may be missing out on. We'll explore settings such as exposure compensation and various presets that can turn a regular image into a special one. Our knowledgeable...