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Washington Photo Safari
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Washington Photo Safari offers half-day and full-day photo courses in Washington, D.C. and other cities, providing participants with extensive tips on camera use, composition, lighting, and more. Both beginner and advanced photographers are welcome, and any type of camera, including smartphones, is acceptable.

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Washington Photo Safari

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Outsmarting Your Smartphone at D.C.’s Monuments

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Join us for a hands-on workshop in D.C.'s iconic monuments to unlock the full potential of your smartphone's camera! Explore the art of travel photography with professional photographer E. David Luria and learn how to capture stunning "faces and places" pictures that pop. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to outsmart your smartphone and take your photography skills to the next level!

(7) All levels 18 and older
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$119
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Street Photography & the Art of Seeing at the National Monuments

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Discover storytelling through street photography and explore iconic monuments in Washington, DC. Join Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Essdras Suarez in this immersive workshop that will teach you how to capture compelling images and convey powerful narratives with your camera. Unleash your creativity and see the world in a whole new light with this unique photography experience.

(7) All levels 16 and older
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$129
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Full Moonrise Over the Nation's Capital from Sky Dome

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Experience the beauty of the National Mall and Washington, D.C. as you capture shots from the Sky Dome atop the DoubleTree by Hilton in Arlington, VA. Join photographer E. David Luria as he guides you in mastering the art of moonlight photography, with the chance to place the full moon directly over the Washington Monument! Don't miss this opportunity to capture postcard-worthy images.

(7) All levels 18 and older
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$119
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Aerial Photography with Drones: Getting High With Your Camera!

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Elevate your photography skills with expert guidance on drone-mounted cameras. Capture stunning aerial shots and unlock a new perspective on your surroundings. Join us to learn the art of aerial photography and unleash your creativity from above.

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Faces, Not Places! At the National Sculpture Garden

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

When you travel, you like to come back with images not just of the monuments, historic buildings and landscapes, but also the faces that you see. After all, people are the lifeblood of any country. But how do you DO that, especially with people you do not know? Sticking a camera in a stranger’s face is NOT a great way to make friends! It’s intrusive and inconsiderate! And how do you capture those magic moments of your own family or friends...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Virtual Street Photography

Washington Photo Safari

Virtual Street Photography Zoom Session With a Pulitzer-Prize Winning Photographer A photojournalist is a visual storyteller. And as such, we tell stories with a series of photos and/or with one photo at a time. Street Photography is in essence a bit of photojournalism. Washington Photo Safari is pleased to present this new virtual safari in Street Photography. We are honored to have it taught by two-time Pulitzer-Prize winning photojournalist:...

(7) All levels 16 and older
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Studying the Essence of Good Photography

Washington Photo Safari

“It’s The Composition, Stupid!”: Studying the Essence of Good Photography by Examining Classic Paintings You cook a wonderful meal and your friends say: “WOW! That was GREAT! Delicious! What kind of OVEN did you use? You must have a great OVEN!” You would be miffed, right? Because you know it’s not the oven, it’s the COOK who prepares a great meal. Great soufflés were prepared by Julia Childs, not by her pots and pans. And the same...

(7) All levels 16 and older
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Photos, Food, and Fun in Frederick

Washington Photo Safari

Reminding you of a small, picturesque European city, the downtown area of Frederick, Maryland,  offers wonderful opportunities for the photographer to catch beautiful cityscape scenes! Frederick town was first founded in 1745 on a tract of land on the banks of Carroll Creek, which was laid out by Daniel Dulany. In less than three years, this settlement had become an integral part of the county, and is an essential aspect of the city’s...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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The National Mall Photo Safari by Circulator Bus

Washington Photo Safari

Washington DC’s National Mall is one of the great treasures of the nation’s capital, rich in photo opportunities for any camera or phone! But it is very long – 2 miles – making it difficult to capture in one afternoon. So Paris-trained architectural photographer and Washington Photo Safari director E. David Luria is going to take you around on a DC Circulator Bus to all the best sites in comfortable air-conditioned splendor,...

(7) Beginner 16 and older
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Late Afternoon in Annapolis, MD

Washington Photo Safari

Annapolis, Maryland’s capital, is one of the most scenic towns in the Mid-Atlantic region and has a variety of museums and historic sites as well as great restaurants and special events. Beginning at the Maryland State House main entrance, we will walk down to the waterfront through the beautiful streets, shooting the town’s historical scenes, the people and the vibrant colors of the houses and their many details that only a photographer’s...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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DC Skyline at Night By Smartphone or Camera!

Washington Photo Safari @ 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington, DC

As pretty as the nation’s capital is by day, at night it really shines - Learn how to photograph the DC skyline at night! As pretty as the nation’s capital is by day, at night it really shines! So, on this new safari we take you to three of the best places to photograph the city in its “blue hour” and nighttime lights, while a professional Paris-trained photographer gives you guidance on camera and smartphone settings to get the best images!...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Sunset & Timelapse Neutral Density Photography

Washington Photo Safari @ 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington, DC

Sunset & Timelapse Neutral Density Photography in Georgetown We are going to learn how to make a timelapse or hyperlapse with our cameras during a sunset at Georgetown Waterfront. Timelapses or hyperlapses are sequences of images that together create a video. During the 2 hours that we will be there, we will also be able to take beautiful images of the sunset using a polarized (PL) or a neutral density (ND) filter. This is a great opportunity...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Mural Art in The Shaw Neighborhood by Smartphone

Washington Photo Safari @ 800 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC

This safari is especially designed for smartphone users!  Guided by DC resident and WPS director E. David Luria, we will begin our photo Safari at 8th Street and Florida Avenue Northwest and make our way slowly through the streets, photographing all of the colorful mural art that greets us along the way. We will find, for example, a memorial to Duke Ellington, the famous jazz pianist who was born in a house in Shaw, we will find colorful swaths...

(7) All levels 16 and older
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Frank Stewart at the Phillips

Washington Photo Safari @ 1600 21st St NW, Washington, DC

Frank Stewart at the Phillips: An Excellent Lesson in Story-Telling Composition! Learn the principles of composition by studying the work of African American Frank Stewart Focus Skills: Exposure, F-stops and shutter speeds, White Balance One of the best contemporary African-American photographers in our country is Frank Stewart, (b. 1949, Nashville). Stewart has emerged as a sensitive voice in documenting spontaneous scenes of world culture...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Smartphone Photography at the National Sculpture Garden

Washington Photo Safari @ Constitution Ave. NW & 7th St NW, Washington, DC

Join smartphone expert Elody Crimi for an exciting afternoon at the National Sculpture Garden to learn how to take great photos with your Smartphone camera.  Topics include:  an introduction to the basic (and advanced) functions of your phone;  how to use little know features to drastically improve your photography;  an overview of the most important rules of composition and how/why they affect your photos (with plenty...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Smartphone Photography Safari at the National Gallery

Washington Photo Safari @ Constitution Ave. NW & 7th St NW, Washington, DC

Smartphone Photography Safari at the National Gallery of Art Learn how to take better photos with your Smartphone by using all its features Join smartphone expert Elody Crimi for an exciting, 3-hour workshop at the National Gallery of Art to learn how to take great photos with your Smartphone camera (whether it’s an iPhone or Galaxy, Droid, etc.) Topics include: an introduction to the basic (and advanced) functions of your phone; how to use little...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Ridin' The Rails With Your Camera

Washington Photo Safari @ Terminal C, Arlington, VA

Ridin’ The Rails With Your Camera: A Photo Safari on the Washington Metro! As instructor, professional photographer E. David Luria will provide tips on low-light and mixed-light photography, taking pictures of the cavernous, vaulting ceilings at Gallery Place and Metro Center, how to photograph moving trains coming into a station, how to capture the dramatic view from the escalator at Dupont Circle, how to photograph the landmark views from outdoor...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Getting Creative with Photography

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Photography is about more than just reproducing whatever the photographer sees. It also offers a powerful opportunity for creativity and self-expression. In this class, Angela Maloney will share her own work and that of other photographers, discussing the thought process and the process of creating the images. She will show how their photographs go beyond simply reproducing what was in front of the photographer, thereby showing the class how they...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Paris on the Potomac

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Capture the architectural beauty of Washington DC as you explore iconic landmarks that rival those of Paris. Learn essential photography techniques from an experienced instructor and discover how to take stunning photos of the city's most photogenic locations. Don't miss the chance to enjoy a French coffee and croissant at the end of the Safari.

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Alexandria and Old Town

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Capture the essence of Alexandria's historical charm and colonial architecture with tips from architectural photographer E. David Luria. Explore the waterfront, Torpedo Factory area, and King Street for stunning photo opportunities. Join us for an unforgettable photography experience.

(7) All levels 18 and older
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