Photography Classes in Chicago, IL

Digital Photography I is an introductory run-down of the technical knowledge you need to get up and running in digital photography. This class is all about getting to know the ins and outs of your camera. We will start by covering the basics of camera operation with topics like ISO, aperture, depth of field, and shutter speed. Then we will cover proper...

Getting your settings spot on but feel like there's still something missing from your photos? After you get to know your camera and get started in photography, you may feel equipped to start leveling up your inframe skills. In this class, we will explore the next steps to develop from beginner to amateur photographer. Here we will...

Learn the basics of photography beginning with metering, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. We'll spend time learning about composition, color harmony, equipment, flash and gadgets. Class is designed for Digital SLR and mirrorless cameras. This is a hands-on class. Pre-class work needed.  Please bring your camera and camera manual to class.

This online class will cover how to photograph from sunset through night. We'll cover silhouettes, sunsets, full moon, stars, star trails, traffic, etc.  Equipment and gadgets will be reviewed.

You're comfortable with the basics of photography. Now it's time to push your skill level a bit higher.  Master Classes are a series of four online classes. During those classes, we'll explore the topic from basic to complex. Between each class you'll photograph a series of assignments. The photos will be critiqued and discussed in class.

Have you been shooting images on a DSLR and are trying to figure out what to do with them? Learn how to organize, edit and share your images using Lightroom Classic. You’ll take your archive of images and create a digital catalog where you can easily locate images.  We’ll go over metadata, cropping, exposure adjustments, and exporting images...

Photographing birds can be a challenge. Join this class to learn about the cameras and lenses we use to capture photographs of birds.  Learn about tripods, other camera supports, and flash. Also, learn where to successfully photography birds, how to stalk birds, and even how to build a backyard photo blind.  Please bring camera, flash,...

Wandering gliders, blue dashers, and jewelwings are but a few of the magnificent dragonflies and damselflies we can find in our area.  You'll learn about biology, camera settings, and gadgets in this class.

When traveling one of the most important things is capturing great photos that will allows us to remember this place and time. One of the challenges, and at the same time most interesting things, about travel photography is applying different photography techniques from various fields. From street photography to architecture, we will teach you the...

Today’s fine art photography market asks for more than beautifully, well crafted images. Curators, gallerists and editors are looking for work created with intention and/or work focused around an idea or concept. In addition, they are looking for photographers who can not only articulate their images, but interpret the world with intelligence and...

Go beyond Photo 1 - the magic of photography will come alive in Photo 2. Learn new techniques on how to capture motion in ways you’ve never dreamed of and techniques for spectacular low-light & night photography.  In this class, you will build on the skills from Photo 1 and learn how to create exceptional images only a knowledgeable photographer...

An artist statement is an ever-evolving text used to describe what you make an why. Many artists struggle with it. Some hope to avoid it altogether. But, whether you are applying to school, an open call, or for funding, the artist statement is a fundamental part of sharing your artwork with the world. In this online workshop, students will be given...

The view through a crystal ball -- also called a glass orb -- is very different. The world goes upside down but also does other things. The way we look and photograph a scene completely changes.  Join me for this evening of photography fun.

One of the best things about learning photography is using your new skills to capture and document the lives of the people close to you. From a typical day at home to backyard parties to reunions and events, opportunities abound to use your camera to preserve life’s small and large moments. In this class, we'll explore the skills and insights you...

Photography is an exciting art to learn. With the use of smart phones photography has become of great interest to teenagers. PhotoUno wants to give teenagers a space to grow and learn with photography. This course is ideal for any teen who wants to express themselves through a camera lens. What is the purpose of this class? This photography class...