Capital Photography Center
Classes in Washington, D.C.
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.
21 classes with availability
Abstract Photography: Creating Abstract Images
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 8130 Porter Rd, Falls Church, VA
Explore creative ways to transform everyday subjects into striking abstract images through oil and water, water drop, and bottled light photography. Learn specialized equipment, camera settings, and lighting techniques through demonstrations and hands-on practice. Discover how to refine your images in Lightroom or Photoshop and recreate these imaginative setups at home.
Sat. Feb 6th, 1:30–5pm ET
(3 hours & 30 minutes)
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Getting Started in Studio Lighting
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 1201 K St NW, Washington, DC
Take control of your lighting and build confidence creating polished studio portraits. Learn to set up and operate off-camera lighting, shape light with modifiers, and achieve precise exposures through hands-on practice. Experiment with environmental and seamless-background setups while developing practical skills you can apply to a wide range of portrait photography.
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$195
Autumn in the Shenandoah
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ TBD, Virginia, VA
Capture the vibrant beauty of fall foliage in a hands-on landscape photography workshop set in the heart of Shenandoah. From sweeping mountain vistas to quiet forest scenes, you'll explore a range of stunning locations at sunrise and sunset. Learn new techniques in the field while building a portfolio of breathtaking autumn images.
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Fieldwork: Photo Basics at Union Station
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC
Refine your photography skills with hands-on practice in a dynamic urban setting. Reinforce key techniques like exposure control, shutter speed, aperture, and composition while capturing striking images on location. With expert guidance, you'll gain confidence in using manual settings and develop a sharper eye for creative framing.
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$84
Light Painting as a Photo Art Form
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 8130 Porter Rd, Falls Church, VA
Enter the world of light painting and learn to use moving lights and long camera exposures to produce surreal, in-camera images. Guided demonstrations and hands-on practice walk students through the essential tools and methods for creating striking, otherworldly photographs that push the limits of conventional photography.
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$159
Exploring Street Photography
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 1616 H St NW, Washington, DC
Capture the energy of city life while learning the craft and ethics of street photography. Develop techniques that take you beyond simple snapshots and toward images that tell a real story. Guided outdoor practice helps you sharpen your skills and express your personal vision with confidence.
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$99
Sunset and Milky Way Stargazing in the Shenandoah
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Capture stunning nightscapes with expert guidance in the Shenandoah, where you’ll photograph the Milky Way and a breathtaking sunset. Learn essential techniques for long-exposure shots, light painting, and star trails, then enhance your images with advanced editing tips. Join us for a unique opportunity to perfect your astrophotography skills and create remarkable visual memories.
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$250
Luxury Interiors Photography Workshop
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 1000 Jefferson Dr SW, Washington, DC
Step into a world of elegance and creativity as you photograph a luxury model home, where each room is a masterpiece of design. Join us for a presentation on composition and lighting techniques, followed by hands-on guidance to capture stunning images. Refine your interior photography skills and elevate your portfolio while exploring the essence of luxury and style. Recommended gear includes a DSLR or mirrorless camera, sturdy tripod, and optional off-camera flash.
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$285
Chesapeake Bay Sunset Photo Shoot
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ TBD, Annapolis, MD
Capture the magic of golden and blue hour as you cruise the Chesapeake Bay, photographing iconic landmarks from unique on-the-water vantage points. Refine your skills in composition and exposure while chasing stunning reflections, dramatic skies, and historic lighthouses. Perfect for all skill levels, this guided experience offers breathtaking opportunities at every turn.
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$299
National Air & Space Museum Smartphone Photo Walk
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 600 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC
Unlock the creative potential of your smartphone camera on an inspiring indoor photo walk. Learn techniques to capture images that reflect emotion and artistry, not just what you see. With guided instruction and tips on focus, exposure, and composition, transform your phone’s limitations into advantages for stunning photography.
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$99
How To Be A Photography Business Owner
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 218 N Lee St, Washington, DC
Join Laura Hatcher to learn how to lay a solid foundation and build an actionable plan towards legally making money with your camera. This class is designed to provide experienced photographers, who aspire to earn money from photography, with accurate and relevant resources, lessons learned, and advice on establishing a legitimate photography business. Laura will give you insight to questions you may be asking yourself such as; Where do I start...
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Exploring Headshot Photography
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 108 N Alfred St, Alexandria, VA
Learn the art of professional headshot photography in a studio setting. Explore essential techniques for lighting, posing, and capturing authentic expressions while building confidence in your ability to deliver polished results. Gain insights on gear, portfolio creation, and client interaction to create standout headshots that leave a lasting impression.
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$215
Fieldwork: Photo Basics at American Art Museum
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 8th St NW & F St NW, Washington, DC
Refine your photography skills and learn to capture stunning images using manual exposure modes in this hands-on fieldwork course at the American Art Museum. Explore various settings, from ISO to shutter speed, and practice composition techniques to create visually captivating photographs. Join us and enhance your photography abilities in a professional and supportive environment.
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$84
Fieldwork Photo Basics: Late Afternoon On The Mall
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 1501 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC
Take your foundational skills into the field through guided, hands-on practice during the most dynamic light of the day. Work through real-world shooting scenarios as you refine exposure, focus, motion, and depth of field across iconic architecture and street scenes. With expert feedback on settings and composition, grow confidence capturing images you are proud to share.
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$89
Early Morning Flower and Garden Photography
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 1800 Glenallan Ave, Wheaton, MD
Capture the beauty of gardens in the soft light of early morning as you explore color, texture, and composition. Learn to emphasize fine details, use depth of field creatively, and work with natural light for striking effects. Receive personalized guidance and practical tips to elevate your floral and landscape photography.
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$99
The Lightroom Classic Develop Module
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 8130 Porter Rd, Falls Church, VA
The Lightroom Classic Develop Module - Powerful Editing Tools Designed exclusively for photographers, the Adobe Lightroom Classic Develop Module offers incredible tools for editing our digital images. Join Marie Joabar as she provides clear and easy to follow explanations of these tools and shows you various ways to edit your photos whether you shoot Raw or JPEG. The Develop module provides the platform to make each image the best it can...
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$159
The FUNdamentals of Food Photography
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 1616 H St NW, Washington, DC
Discover the secrets to capturing mouthwatering food images in this inspiring and hands-on course at Capital Photography Center. Learn from acclaimed photographer LC as she shares her creative process, technical expertise, and industry insights. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned photographer, this course will help you build your food photography portfolio and develop your style and vision.
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$195
Portrait Editing: Tools and Techniques
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 108 N Alfred St, Alexandria, VA
Learn the secrets to professional portrait editing in this hands-on course led by professional headshot photographer Laura Hatcher. Discover the powerful editing tools in Lightroom Classic and Photoshop that will take your portrait editing to the next level. Enhance your skills and create stunning portraits with confidence.
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$185
Outdoor Studio Portraiture
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ 108 N Alfred St, Alexandria, VA
Master the art of outdoor portraiture with a simple one-light setup in this hands-on workshop. Learn to scout ideal locations, balance natural and artificial light, and pose clients for flattering, professional results. Gain the confidence to adapt studio techniques to outdoor environments and streamline your workflow for efficient, high-quality outdoor shoots.
This class isn’t on the schedule at the moment, but save it to your Wish List to find out when it comes back!
$195
Advanced Real Estate Photography
Capital Photography Center See all classes by this school @ TBD, Centreville, VA
Take your real estate photography to the next level with advanced techniques in composition, lighting, and editing. Learn to manage complex interior and exterior light, use off-camera flash effectively, and create compelling, client-ready images. Refine your workflow with professional editing skills that balance speed and quality for high-volume delivery.
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$225
Reviews of Capital Photography Center
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Photo Basics: Getting Off Auto
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Lightroom Classic in a Day
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Photo Basics: Getting Off Auto
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External Flash Made Easy
Very helpful class if you’ve never worked with an external flash. Corey is great in coming up with hands on exercises. -
Photo Basics Part Two: Practicum
Helpful class for new photographers with lots of demonstratives and practice stations. -
Early Morning Flower and Garden Photography
This was a decent class. Lots of suggestions and one on one review of photos with the instructor. I would recommend this class. -
Fieldwork Photo Basics: Late Afternoon On The Mall
Great class with lots of one on one instructions. Lots of great suggestions on composition. Fun class. -
Light Painting as a Photo Art Form
I think everyone that showed to the class can we agree that we loved it. Is such a unique photography class. The instructions were easy to follow. The class was structured as follows: 1.) Instructor had a PowerPoint where you explained the technique, the props that can be used and how to build them. 2.) We took light painting pictures together with her in a big set. 3.) We followed that with pictures in a table top set. 4.) Lastly we were split in groups were we let our imagination run wild. -
Fieldwork: Photo Basics at American Art Museum
I enjoyed this class a lot. I learned some new techniques and got feedback on my photos. It was also great to practice taking photos with others. I recommend this class -
Photo Basics: Getting Off Auto
My son and I attended this course. The instructor had a good presentation with lots of examples and best of all, he would stop by every single person each time he taught a camera function on technique. So many times if the instructor stays at the front of the classroom, it’s hard to know if you actually understand what’s being taught. Excellent course for beginners. -
iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
The class was terrific — nice balance of didactic and practice. A great deal of information for 4 hours — an additional hour would not have been wasted. I will recommend enthusiastically to friends — and I’ll be back! -
Photo Basics: Getting Off Auto
This was a very good intro class. Well explained and easy to understand. We got done about 40 minutes only suggestion I can think of is maybe put us through some more exercises if the class gets done early. -
iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
Learned so many useful tips for taking better photos. Highly Recommend. -
iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
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iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
I thought the class was wonderful. It was informative, interesting and exactly what I had hoped for. The instructor was great and obviously organized and competent. He used great examples and had a good sense of humor. He took the time to learn and remember names and he kept to a structure and time limits that were impressive. We started and ended on time! I learned so much in a way I understood. It truly was an excellent class. The only thing that I did not like about the class was the student he/you allowed to attend who was an Android user and was new to her phone. She monopolized his time, monopolized the space so it was often hard to take a shot you might want to take, and took time and attention away from the other students. I am curious about why she was allowed to take an I Phone class when she had an Android. I honestly think the instructor should have set some boundaries with her instead of giving her private instruction. This is the only criticism I have and it can be easily addressed by adhering to the class description that this is for IPhone users. Thank you. -
iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
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iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
Michael presented a great class. Lots of information explained fully and with humor. I've already recommended it to friends. -
iPhone Photography: Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
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National Air & Space Museum Smartphone Photo Walk
Excellent instructor and class, I really enjoyed it, learned a lot and plan to check out more classes -
Photo Basics: Getting Off Auto
Outstanding! Exactly what I was looking for. Valuable guidance presented in an effective manner.
