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Unlock your creativity and sharpen your photography skills with a wide range of online art classes. Learn the fundamentals, master advanced techniques, and gain the confidence to capture stunning photographs in various genres such as landscape, portrait, and street photography.

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Private Photo Critique Workshop

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school

Receive expert feedback on your photography in an intimate online setting. Submit your images for personalized critique and gain insights from both your work and that of your peers. Discover valuable techniques, composition tips, and editing advice to elevate your skills in a collaborative, supportive environment.

(161) All levels 15 and older
$300
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Photographic Lenses: History, Design, and Use

Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Explore how lens design has shaped photography’s aesthetic and technical evolution. This course offers an in-depth look at historic medium and large format lenses through engaging lectures, discussions, and visual examples. Gain practical insight into how lens choices influence image-making and elevate your artistic vision.

(8) All levels 18 and older
$385

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Creating Your Successful Photography Website

Washington Photo Safari See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Learn to craft a professional photography website that aligns with your business objectives. Discover essential components, SEO basics, and effective calls to action. Join us online to elevate your digital presence and attract potential clients effortlessly.

(10) All levels 18 and older
$99
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Contemporary FA Photography: Discovering Your Voice

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Transform your ideas into compelling images with our contemporary fine art photography course. Explore innovative composition, camera techniques, and the principles of contemporary visual art. Through weekly assignments and guest speakers, develop a deeper connection to your artistic voice and refine your ability to communicate through photography.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$775

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Starting Where You Are: The Autobiographical Lens

Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Explore the power of personal narrative through photography grounded in your daily life and surroundings. This reflective course encourages you to use your home, memories, and routines as creative inspiration while building a body of work. Through writing prompts, critiques, and artist studies, you'll develop a meaningful practice rooted in authenticity and self-discovery.

(8) All levels 18 and older
$465

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Anthotypes & Other Organic Processes II

Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Deepen your exploration of organic photographic processes and create stunning works using plant-based and non-toxic techniques. Discover advanced methods like cyanolumens and chemilumens while refining your preservation and presentation skills. Conclude the course with a personalized series and valuable critique to elevate your creative practice.

(8) Intermediate 18 and older
$570

4 sessions

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Marketing Your Photography

Washington Photo Safari See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Master the essentials of marketing your photography with practical strategies and actionable insights. Explore how to attract clients, analyze competition, leverage social media, and enhance your online presence. Equip yourself with the tools to elevate your photography business and reach your professional goals.

(10) Beginner 18 and older
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Still Life Styling and Photography

Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Transform vintage objects into captivating still life compositions that tell a story. Explore the art of arranging heirlooms, ephemera, and flea market finds to create evocative object portraits. Learn techniques for composition, backdrop selection, and visual storytelling to craft striking images for art, gifts, or sales. Perfect for those looking to elevate their creative photography.

(8) All levels 18 and older
$155

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DIY Film Developers

Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Explore the creative potential of homemade black-and-white film developers using everyday ingredients like coffee, mint, and wine. This course offers a less-toxic, hands-on approach to analog photography, blending technical knowledge with artistic experimentation. Ideal for photographers looking to expand their expressive toolkit.

(8) All levels 18 and older
$470

4 sessions

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Getting Started with Lightroom Desktop (Cloud)

Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Master the essentials of photo organization and editing with Lightroom Cloud. This beginner-friendly class introduces fundamental tools for organizing your images, enhancing details, adjusting colors, and retouching distractions. Build confidence in managing and perfecting your photos without feeling overwhelmed, and take your photography to the next level.

(19) Beginner 16 and older
$145

3 sessions

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A Special Nikon Camera Users Virtual Photo Safari

Washington Photo Safari See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Level up your Nikon camera skills with a virtual photo safari led by Nikon user and professional photographer E. David Luria. Discover how to navigate your camera's menu, understand advanced settings like multiple exposures and Kelvin temperatures, and get recommendations on lenses and equipment. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your photography knowledge from the comfort of your own home.

(10) All levels 16 and older
$79
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Surrealism in Photography

Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ Online via Zoom

Unlock the world of surrealist photography by drawing inspiration from artists like Salvador Dalí, Frida Kahlo, and René Magritte. Explore techniques for transforming dreams and subconscious ideas into striking visual compositions. Use digital or printed formats to create thought-provoking images that blur the line between reality and imagination.

(141) All levels 18 and older
$499

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Photo Artists’ Books

Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom

Discover how photo-based books can become powerful, intimate storytelling tools. Learn to sequence images, explore creative binding techniques, and connect structure with concept through guided demonstrations and feedback. Ideal for those ready to turn images into a tactile, narrative experience.

(8) All levels 18 and older
$700

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Text and Image

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Discover new ways to merge text and imagery in your creative practice through an inspiring behind-the-scenes look at the artistic process of Jason Lazarus. Gain valuable insights into expanding your visual language, engaging diverse audiences, and pushing the boundaries of your work. A live Q&A offers the chance to connect and explore ideas in real time.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$55
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Portfolio Development Workshop

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Elevate your fine art photography in our Portfolio Development Workshop. Over six months, you'll refine your portfolio through monthly critiques, editing sessions, and discussions on branding, artist statements, and presentation. Gain valuable experience in presenting your work and benefiting from constructive feedback, ensuring your portfolio is a true reflection of your artistic vision. Join us to create a portfolio that resonates with gallerists, designers, and curators.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$1,495

6 sessions

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The Next Step: Presenting Your Work to the Fine Art Market

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Learn how to navigate the fine art market landscape and present your work effectively with this workshop. From crafting compelling bios and project statements to understanding pricing strategies, you'll gain valuable insights into promoting your photography. Elevate your professional presence and launch your career confidently in the art world.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$1,295

6 sessions

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Writing Pictures: The New Edition

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Discover the powerful combination of text and image in this collaborative workshop at the Los Angeles Center of Photography. Explore how the written word can enhance your photography and learn from master artists in this engaging and inspiring course. Unleash your authentic voice and leave with a broad understanding of the image/text form.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$675

5 sessions

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The Documentary Photography Narrative: Creating and Publishing a Project with Ken Light

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Learn how to create a cohesive, compelling narrative through documentary photography in this immersive workshop. Explore editing, sequencing, and storytelling techniques while developing your personal vision. Engage in critiques, discussions, and hands-on photography as you examine the work of renowned documentary photographers and explore strategies for publishing your own project on social, cultural, or political issues.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$675

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Creative Self-Portraiture

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Explore the art of portraiture in this engaging workshop. Learn the basics of natural and artificial lighting, master the psychology of working with subjects, and enhance your creative vision. Weekly assignments and critiques will help you gain confidence, elicit emotional responses, and create memorable images. Bring your portfolio and start your journey in capturing compelling portraits.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$575

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Design Your Own Photo Book

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Learn the fundamentals of designing your own photography book with expert guidance from Elizabeth Avedon. Explore essential topics like editing, sequencing, typography, and cover design to create a cohesive and professional-looking book. Through hands-on discussions and one-on-one feedback, you’ll gain the skills to bring your photo book project to life, whether for self-publishing or as a personal creative endeavor.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$775

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Photography Classes Online are rated 4.4 stars based on 315 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Everything was great
  • The class was incredible and opened a new door for me after years of photography. Thanks to Francisco’s class I’m confident I can take my photography experience to a higher level.
  • Great Class for people with some photography background. Tons of information.
  • This was a good introduction to photography. The professor was knowledgeable.
  • David is very knowledgeable and explains things with clarity and patience.
  • Francisco was an excellent teacher, and I learned so much during this time. Can't recommend highly enough!
  • The class was great. I learned so much about astrophotography. The instructor was excellent and answered all questions, and would even stay over to address additional questions.
  • The 1st session was awesome! I missed the 2nd half because of work. I’m so bummed out about it. The educator was great. I will sign up and take it again since I missed the 2nd half.
  • Veronica is knowledgeable and passionate about photography and her outgoing personality is part of making her a good teacher. She presented the technical information in a way that was easy to understand without slipping into professional jargon and terms we might not have understood. Finally, even though the course was online, she's figured out how to make it work well.
  • Kathy Adams Clark did a great job of teaching an online photography class. I wanted to wait until in person classes start again, being incredibly ADHD(really) but not knowing when that will possibly be, I decided to try this. Clark was very thorough in her explanations, and even sent a recording of the class afterwards. I would for sure take another class with her if in person doesn't start up again (She's in TX, I am in CA)
  • Fantastic. A wonderful and simple way to learn the 101 on photography. Highly recommend.
  • Amazing! I am a very visual learner so I was a bit nervous about a virtual class, but Francisco provided many visuals with EXCELLENT descriptions to help us learn. Within just 5 classes, I went from not knowing anything about photography (aside from auto) to knowing how to take real images on manual settings. I HIGHLY recommend this class, and I will be back to take advanced classes soon. Thank you!
  • Very informative shoot. Loved her style and technique
  • Great class for refreshing on fundamentals
  • I really appreciated this class, thank you for all of your help!
  • Great class!
  • Loved the class and I learned so much in just 90 min. I hope Veronica will be doing more classes on photography. Please let me know if she is and I would love to sign up. Thanks, Dana
  • Class was a great combination of theory and practice. Instructor was clear and got to the important points. I hope she does another follow up class.
  • It was a great and inspiring experience. The teacher was amazing and a wonderful motivator too.
  • Very good basics on photography to get me out of auto settings.
  • Great class, teacher was really clear and had great exercises for a clearer understanding.
  • The instructor was very knowledgeable and passionate about the material. I think I need a level 2 just to really cement everything I learned but it was a great intro and overview.
  • I really enjoyed this class. I learned a lot about my camera and using it without autofocus on.
  • Great information. Wonderful instructor put together a great presentation while answering questions. Unfortunately my computer crashed with a few minutes remaining on the course, but she was able to send the presentation pdf via e-mail after. I would happily take another class.
  • Photography I: Learning the Basics

    I really loved the class. The teacher was amazing and took her time explaining aperture, shutter speed, and ISO in detail for those of us who needed it. The homework that was assigned is what was most beneficial in applying what we learned in class. Again our teacher was extremely encouraging and engaging.
  • It was an excellent class. Had lots of fun doing the assignments.
  • Great Instructor
  • Kathy was very professional and kept the class moving with relevent information.
  • Very informative, motivational , learned a lot .,good presentational skills Definitely will recommend to friends and family Margarita Zeyger
  • Very informative and useful information. Nice teacher (should have introduced himself..... didn’t tell us his name! Would like to have my colleague take some private classes if you offer them on Photography for Instagram on the I phone. Thanks! Cindy Chaplin
  • The course was very helpful in learning the basics of photography. The examples provided really helped understanding what the effects of each setting would do. I also liked the smaller class size so the instructor was able to come around to help you set up your specific camera. It was extremely insightful and I would definitely recommend this to beginners!
  • Cathy is always outstanding in her teaching. She is easy to understand and follow.
  • I loved the instructor Liz! Fabulous person!
  • So much great essential information given ❤️❤️❤️❤️
  • Fabulous! Kathy makes all the things I’ve struggled to learn and understand seem so easy! She turned the light bulb on!
  • I thought the instructor, Gabe, was very knowledgeble about various cameras, but most importantly, was able to explain settings and features on my camera to achieve creative capabilities that I was having trouble with. Unfortunately I probably will miss the second (8/19, 6-9p) of three classes but am hoping to make it up in one of the other sessions(8/27, 2-5p ?).
  • Gabe was great and very patient with all the questions thrown at him.
  • Fantastic photo class, learned a very new old way to use my camera.
  • Great class with a ton of valuable information and hands on training. I would recommend this class to anyone looking to improve their skills. I'm looking forward to taking more classes from Kathy, she is so knowledgeable of the photography field and shares her knowledge with her students.
  • Kathy breaks it all down simply, makes it all easy to understand. I feel like I learned WAY more than I had expected to from a "beginner" course! Brought 2 friends with me, and they feel the same way. Kathy has a great speaking voice, so she's very easy to listen to. She is very organized, stays on track and finishes on time as well. We are looking forward to taking more courses with her!! Thank you !! Cheryl Kiser Jones Creek, Tx
  • Very informative and thorough. The teacher was accommodating and patient and seemed very professional
  • Kathy is very knowledgeable and made the class interesting. I would recommend this class to anyone needing basic photography lessons.
  • Skye was unbelievable. I learned so much from this course, the obvious lightoom Info but also so much more. He took the time to really teach me useful information. I feel like I have more confidence now after taking this class. I’ll be signing up for another class in the future for sure.
  • I found the instructor (Charlie) extremely knowledgeable, very helpful and entertaining.
  • She did awesome! I cant wait to attend additional classes!
  • Awesome class!!
  • I got a ton out of the class. The teacher was friendly and gave a lot of great info. I am not too familiar with Instagram so I got a lot of new info. I got the feeling that the teacher adapts to the level of each class. I really enjoyed it.
  • Awesome class. She was candid and very informative. She even sends you home with homework. I will take another class from her
  • Kathy was as n excellent instructor. She is very patient and knowledgeable.. Looking forward to attending her next workshop!!
  • It was great We learned a lot and the instructor is very knowledgeable, passionate and motivational. Only thing I would point out is that they should use a PowerPoint presentation o the like, to support the material.

Discover the Best Photography Classes Online

Photography is the art or practice of taking and processing pictures. In short, it is a form of art. Since its inception in the 1820s, photography has come a long way. This art form has various styles and is used to capture everything from portraits, still life, and editorial pieces to photos of food. Each style of photography requires not just creativity but also technical expertise. From deciding what type of camera to use to setting up the lighting needed for the perfect shot, there are a lot of different factors to consider, meaning many opportunities to learn. 

Why You Should Learn Photography Online

Learning photography can have numerous monetary and more practical benefits. Photography can be a great hobby, and now, with smartphones, it is much easier to carry your hobby in your back pocket. In addition, taking photos can help feed your creativity while relieving stress as you capture special moments. 

Learning photography could give you access to a new community if you want to connect with others. Once you foster your interest, you can connect with a larger community of fellow photography lovers and even meet them to share tips and tricks on improving your photography skills. Finally, photography can have a monetary value as well. Learning this new skill could open the doors to booking professional events or selling some of your photographs. Taking a photography class online can increase your knowledge of photography, increasing your marketability to either part-time jobs or beginning your gig work. 

Virtual Photography Classes 

Virtual photography classes are a great way to learn this skill, as there are benefits and advantages to taking a photography class online versus in-person. First, an online class allows you to take your course from anywhere, which means bad weather, a late work day, or a vacation can't keep you away from your class. And you have more options for classes also. You can, for example, take part in a virtual class based in LA from the comfort of your Midwest home. And finally, an online course helps you avoid traffic and parking. 

While it has its advantages, there can be some cons too. The main disadvantage is equipment. When attending an online course, you typically have to supply your equipment. For example, taking a class about digital cameras, you will generally need a digital camera on hand to learn about and use during the course. Essentially, access to equipment could limit your ability to explore classes out of curiosity because it can become expensive quickly. 

If the benefits match your expectations, there are many options when looking for online photography classes. There is an 8-week course titled Anatomy of a Portrait. This virtual workshop is open to all levels of photographers who want to explore the history of portrait making, philosophize on what makes a portrait, and discern strategies and techniques. This course has a live instructor, and students can expect to engage in group discussion and creative play too. You may want to start perfecting your iPhone photography skills; there's a course for that too. The iPhone Photography course is designed for all levels of iPhone users who want to explore some popular applications and learn the basics of how to use the camera on your iPhone. Having an iPhone is required to be a part of this online course. Artist as Subject: Strategies of Self-Portraiture is a tremendous virtual course that will help students learn self-portraiture techniques and the history of the form. This course is limited to 10 students and will require you to be vulnerable when discussing your photos in class and sharing stories. 

Want to learn about still life photos? Still Life Lighting Basics is a great online beginner course covering still life's basics. This structured course meets in the morning on Zoom so that your instructor can demo lighting with natural light in the home and the color temperature of the light. Students will then spend the rest of their day shooting still life photos from their homes, sharing their work, and receiving feedback online. This still life course is designed for all levels and allows for great hands-on learning to develop or expand your skills. You may have been working on your photographs and feel it is time to display them to others. Self-Publish & Design Your Own Photo Book—Level 1will cover the basics of designing your photography book. While this course is open to all levels, you should have 12-15 related images for sequencing and discussion. By the end of this photography class, you will have explored what makes a good or bad design, the sequencing of your book, typography, and cover design.

Private Online Group Photography Classes

Some students take photography classes alone to become better skilled in their craft, but you can also take a group class for fun. CourseHorse allows you to schedule photography classes for private groups online. An online group class could be a great team-building event for a company. If you don't see the course you had in mind offered, CourseHorse can help you plan your own with no booking fee. You can complete a contact form directly on their site and have access to a free event planning team. Just be ready to provide a group size, preferred dates, and details of what you want in a group class. Even if you are still determining the exact number of guests, an estimate will do, and you can make adjustments later if needed. CourseHorse makes it easy with no booking fees, and someone will get back to you within two business hours to help you start planning your event. While Zoom is preferred, they can accommodate other platforms such as Google Meets, Microsoft Teams, and Webex. A private instructor leads the event, and CourseHorse will send the necessary materials directly to participants taking all the extra responsibilities off your hands. 

Online Vs. In-Person Photography Classes

Should you take a course online or in-person? The choice is personal and depends on your needs. An online class allows for convenience and lets you work with individuals from all over with similar photography interests as you. You also get access to instructors from all over instead of only local ones with an in-person course. However, taking a photography class online means you must have the materials at home. Equipment is something to consider when it comes to entry-level classes. In-person classes could offer equipment to be borrowed throughout the course, allowing you to test it out and find out if you are serious before investing. While an in-person class does not offer the flexibility of an online course, some might like the structure and accountability of being in a classroom at a specific time. Ultimately, it comes down to what works best for you as a learner and the cost. Consider what you need to be a successful learner and what you can afford. 

Can I Learn Photography for Free Online?

There are options to learn photography for free. For example, you could look for free video tutorials and connect with other aspiring photographers through forums or websites. While you could learn photography for free, there are benefits to more formal training. Working with an expert in photography, you can learn skills faster and more effectively. Paying for workshops, online seminars, and attending online courses gives you formal access to experts in the field. Also, having a certificate of completion can be helpful when looking to book more traditional jobs. 

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