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Garden Photography at the Hillwood Gardens

Capital Photography Center

4.9 25 reviews

Capture the beauty of a hidden garden oasis in the heart of D.C. as you explore vibrant floral displays and sculpted landscapes. Learn to create compelling botanical compositions, experiment with close-ups, and discover tips and techniques to elevate your garden photography. Let texture, pattern, and light guide your creative process.

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Description

A garden oasis in the heart of Washington DC, is the Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens. This horticultural wonder offers a variety of specialized gardens flowing over 13 acres. The floral displays and sculpted gardens present a myriad of compositional opportunities.

We will guide you around the estate leading your eyes towards compelling compositions, as well as providing you with numerous tips for outdoor floral photography and demonstrating some “tools” to enhance your images.

Topics Include:

Creating botanical art using floral as well as man-made elements
Close-up photography (without tripods)
Choosing the right aperture for the desired effect
Tips and tools for garden photography
Discovering and playing with patterns & textures

Recommended Equipment:

DSLR or Mirrorless camera
lenses in the range of 18 – 200mm(24-105mm & 70-200mm)
A circular polarizing filter if you have one for reducing glare and enhancing the sky.
Extra Batteries (charged)
Spare SD Cards
Camera Manual

Tripods are not allowed in the gardens.

Note: August is typically a hot month so hydrate in advance and bring a water bottle. Consider an umbrella for shade.

Entry fee is covered in the price of the class.

School Notes: Mailing address:PO Box 855 Alexandria, VA 22313

Refund Policy

A refund or a credit towards another class (less a $20 processing fee) can be given if cancellation notice is given more than 6 business days from the scheduled class.
If there is no cancellation notice, or it is given 6 business days or less, no refund or credit will be given.

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Requests to reschedule a class will incur a $20 processing fee provided notice is given more than 6 business days prior to the class.
If request to reschedule is given less than 6 business days prior to the class, no refund or credit will be given.

If the school cancels or postpones a class due to weather or low enrollment, you can choose a full refund or a credit towards a future class.

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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Capital Photography Center

Capital Photography Center is a photography school founded by Marie Joabar, offering a wide variety of classes taught by skilled and passionate instructors. With single-session classes and small class sizes, the school provides a flexible and enjoyable learning experience for photographers of all skill levels.

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iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art

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Hillwood Museum and Gardens in the Fall

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Garden Photography at the Hillwood Gardens

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