Explore Los Angeles with the wide-eyed perspective of a first-time tourist, and learn how to capture the mood and feel of the city effectively and efficiently using the camera in your cellphone. Develop a pair of discerning eyes as you find out what to look for, how to take artistic photographs that are more than just snapshots, and how to use these techniques in ANY city. Also, find out how to use a free app from your instructor for more creative "on the spot" artistic and provocative images.
We'll photograph at Union Station, Olvera Street, Grand Central Market, Angel's Flight, the Bradbury Building, Disney Concert Hall, and the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.
Wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. Bring along a hat, sunglasses, a fully charged camera battery and extra battery or power source, and camera charging cord.
Please read: Meet at Philippe The Original, 1001 N. Alameda Street, Los Angeles. Parking ($4-$8) available in nearby lots. Do NOT park at Philippe’s.
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