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Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL

Take your photography to the next level in this comprehensive workshop at Digital Photo Academy in Chicago. The course covers everything you need to know about your camera's functions and settings. A great chance to capture compelling images, plus pick up a special alumni discount on future classes.

(166) All levels 10 and older
$95
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Intermediate Photography

Discovery Center See all classes by this school @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL

Sharpen your photography through our Intermediate Photography class at the Discovery Center. Pick up insight into studio and portrait work, learning professional techniques in composition, lighting, and beyond. With experienced photographer Cory Byers leading the way, you'll get hands-on practice and personal feedback to push your craft forward.

(312) Intermediate 16 and older
$125

4 sessions

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Learn Photography (Intensive 1 Day Workshop)

Discovery Center See all classes by this school @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL

Lay solid groundwork in photography by learning how your camera works and how to make confident creative calls. Look at composition, lighting with natural and artificial sources, and essential exposure settings across shooting scenarios. Through focused coaching and hands-on practice, grow skills that lift your images with clarity and impact.

(312) All levels 16 and older
$59
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Digital Photography Live In-the-Field @ Chicago Cultural Center

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL

Discover the beauty and culture of the Chicago Cultural Center through the lens of a professional photographer in this digital photography workshop. Capture the grandeur of the Tiffany dome, build skill in light and shadow techniques, and tap into your creativity in shooting both indoor and outdoor architectural marvels. Lift your skills and create captivating images of this iconic Chicago landmark.

(166) All levels 15 and older
$135
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Digital Photography Live In-the-Field @ Garfield Park Conservatory

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL

Photograph the beauty of Garfield Park through your camera in this immersive session. Capture lively flora, intricate patterns, and striking reflections while picking up techniques that strengthen your photography. Sign up for a distinctive outing in the heart of Chicago's West Side.

(166) All levels 10 and older
$135
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Black and White Photography

Tap into the full potential of your photographs by digging into the realm of shadows, textures, and contrasts. Get to know the craft of capturing nature in black and white, and learn how to master tonality and depth of field. Join us on this captivating journey of visual storytelling.

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  • 18 and older
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  • 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
  • 15 hours over 5 sessions

Start Dates (0) $437/person

  • Venue: Classroom 4, Learning Center

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Class Description

Description

Venture beyond color photography and discover the distinctive qualities found in black and white imagery. This course explores the subtle interplay of shadows and textures present in nature, utilizing botanical specimens and natural objects displayed throughout the Chicago Botanic Garden as your creative subjects.

Participants examine tonal range and luminosity, explore depth of field techniques for selective focus, and study post-processing workflows in Lightroom Classic to craft compelling black and white compositions. The combination of on-site observation, technical instruction, and digital enhancement develops comprehensive skills for monochromatic photography.

Equipment Requirement:

Participation requires a mirrorless or digital SLR camera with manual exposure controls.

Refund Policy

Refund requests must be submitted to [email protected] 2 business days prior to the program’s start date and time. The registration fee will be refunded less a 15% processing charge. A refund is issued in the form of a credit on file (to be used for future programs).

Refund requests submitted less than 48 hours prior to a program start date are non-transferable and are not eligible for a refund.

Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable on and after the program’s start date. We cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program or for sessions missed due to student illness or other personal situations.

Registration fees for courses grouped and priced as a series will be considered one program and subject to all of the above guidelines. A refund request must be received prior to the start date of the series' first class session and will subsequently cancel your registration in every session of the series.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Chicago Botanic Garden

The Chicago Botanic Garden is a world-renowned living museum and conservation science center that offers multiple unique nature courses spread throughout 26 gardens and four natural areas on 385 acres.

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