Jul 15th
1–3pm CDT
Meets 3 Times
14 classes have spots left
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL 60022
There are hundreds of photography apps available for iPhones, and many have similar features. Explore some of the better-known apps and get instructions on using them for nature photography. We will go over the basics of iPhone photography along with fieldwork. Examine the photos taken during class and learn how to enhance, manipulate, or alter them. iPhones are mandatory.
Saturday Jul 15th, 1–3pm Central Time
(3 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
Learn to the basics of digital photography! Students will experiment with automatic and manual settings on a DSLR camera. They will understand how to properly adjust the camera’s exposure, shutter speed, and aperture to achieve different results and become a more confident photographer! Students will also learn basic photo editing using Adobe Photoshop. At the end of camp student’s will print their favorite images. Notes: We will provide...
Monday Jun 26th, 12:30–3:30pm Central Time
(5 sessions)
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL 60022
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. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or the consent of the instructor.
Saturday Jul 8th, 9am–12pm Central Time
(6 sessions)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
This class will teach the basics of darkroom photography! Students will experiment with a variety of photographic processes, learn how to manually shoot with a 35mm film camera, process film, make black and white prints. They will explore basic camera techniques and editing skills. Note: Cameras are provided for camper use. Students may also bring their own.
Monday Jul 31st, 9am–12pm Central Time
(5 sessions)
Digital Photo Academy @ Cross Streets TBA, Chicago, IL 60607
Digital Photo Academy instructors are available to accommodate personal schedules and provide a full day, 6 hours of instruction to suit the needs of individual parties. Typically the session will last approximately, beginning with a discussion about the student’s specific camera equipment and photographic needs, then leading into an in-the-field shoot that coincides with the photography goals of the student. The shoot can focus on Landscape,...
Tuesday Jun 13th, 10am–4pm Central Time
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Digital Photo Academy @ Cross Streets TBA, Chicago, IL 60607
Digital Photo Academy instructors are available to accommodate personal schedules and provide a half day, 3 hours of instruction to suit the needs of individual parties. Typically the session will last approximately, beginning with a discussion about the student’s specific camera equipment and photographic needs, then leading into an in-the-field shoot that coincides with the photography goals of the student. The shoot can focus on Landscape,...
Tuesday Jun 13th, 10am–1pm Central Time
Digital Photo Academy @ 2001 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Composition in the Field: Lincoln Park Zoo Sometimes it is quite a challenge to create a compelling image of animals and other attractions at a zoo. The bars, the other visitors, various debris lead to distracting elements of making the best images. Your Digital Photo Academy instructor will offer tips on playing the waiting game to get photographs that best reflect a natural habitat. There are also composition techniques and selection of lenses...
Saturday Sep 2nd, 11am–2pm Central Time
Digital Photo Academy @ 2238 W. Rice St, Chicago, IL 60622
Join our photo lessons at the St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, which is one of the excellent locales in the rotation of many Chicago venues that offer terrific photo opportunities. This Composition in the Field class is structured so you have an opportunity to photograph the inside of the church, and the outside of the church. The delicate antique designs of the interior are perfect subjects for experimenting with composition…The outside...
Saturday Jul 8th, 11am–2pm Central Time
Digital Photo Academy @ 1365 N Astor St, Chicago, IL 60610
Gold Coast’s character and architecture attract visitors from far and wide to gawk at the magnificent mansions and classic brownstones. After all, Gold Coast is one of the most affluent and beautiful neighborhoods in the country. Yet it has more to its charm than wealth. Since its establishment in the late 1880s, Astor Street has been filling the Gold Coast with rich history and intrigue. Join your Digital Photo Academy...
Saturday Aug 5th, 5–8pm Central Time
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL 60022
Visit special areas of the Garden for unique photographic opportunities in places off the beaten path. This is an opportunity to capture images not often seen by Garden visitors. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or equivalent knowledge and skill. Class limited to DSLR cameras.
Sunday Aug 6th, 9am–12pm Central Time
(4 sessions)
Digital Photo Academy @ 2238 W. Rice St, Chicago, IL 60622
This workshop will offer instruction for people who want to learn the ins and outs of their cameras. Improve your skills no matter which camera model you own! Take this Course if you: Just purchased a Digital SLR Camera/Point and shoot camera Want to learn to make simple and creative changes to your pictures using the functions of your camera Want to learn all the base knowledge about your camera before taking a more advanced class We also...
Saturday Jul 8th, 9:30–11am Central Time
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL 60022
Examine the compositional techniques of today’s contemporary nature and landscape photographers to help you find your photographic voice. Apply these ideas to your work through weekly class projects. Display your photographic vision through a portfolio created during the workshop. This course is designed for intermediate photographers. Digital SLR or mirrorless cameras are required.
Saturday Aug 26th, 9am–12pm Central Time
(6 sessions)
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL 60022
Illinois state parks offer a variety of opportunities for photographers to capture unique habitats. You will spend your first week in the woods and trails of the Chicago Botanic Garden, followed by Illinois Beach State Park, where you will photograph the black oak forests, cacti, and cattails. Explore Moraine Hills State Park in the third week, and practice capturing images of some of the more than 200 bird species around Lake Defiance. Week...
Wednesday Sep 6th, 9am–12pm Central Time
(4 sessions)
Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL 60022
Did you buy a new camera recently? This workshop will help you set up your camera and learn basic operations. Please have your digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera, mirrorless camera, or advanced point-and-shoot camera on hand.
Saturday Jul 15th, 9am–12pm Central Time
(3 sessions)
Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Learn more photography skills in this intermediate class that covers studio photography and offers portrait photography tips. Learn professional techniques. This class covers the golden rules of composition plus high key and low key photography. You'll learn how to use flash photography well and how to shoot using natural light; You'll have opportunity to shoot and practice in the classroom besides shooting outside. Bring a 35mm SLR or digital SLR...
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