Beginner Photography Classes
Seattle
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Digital Camera Basics
Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Learn how to master your digital camera and capture stunning photos in this comprehensive course. Get to know the essential functions and techniques that will take your photography to the next level, and start creating images you will be proud to share.
Sat. Jan 9th, 10am–12pm ET
(2 hours)
The Complete Wedding Photographer Experience (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Build the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the high-stakes world of wedding photography. Learn how to market your services, price your work, collaborate with vendors, and deliver polished images through natural light and effective posing. Pull in practical insight on handling real wedding-day challenges while growing a sustainable, professional photography business.
Beginner
18 and older
Mastering Your Digital Camera (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Build the confidence to take full charge of your digital camera and move past automatic settings. Learn how aperture, shutter speed, ISO, focus modes, and white balance work together to produce sharp, well-exposed images. Grow a strong technical foundation that helps you create high-quality photos quickly and intuitively in any situation.
All levels
18 and older
Minimalist Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how minimalist methods can turn your photography into cleaner, more powerful visual stories. Look at intentional use of negative space, balance, and composition so you can cut distraction and lift your subject. Gain practical insight on simplifying scenes while keeping mood, impact, and meaning intact.
Beginner
18 and older
Transform Your Images with Color Grading (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Turn your photographs into refined, gallery-quality prints by getting comfortable planning, capturing, and editing with the final output in mind. Gain practical insight on color management, monitor calibration, and prepping files for home and lab printing. Grow your confidence in delivering prints that genuinely reflect your creative vision.
Beginner
18 and older
The Photography Starter Kit for Beginners (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Build confidence behind the camera by picking up essential photography concepts in a clear, approachable way. Discover how to put your DSLR's key settings to work, work with light, and put together stronger images. Start bringing home photos you're proud to share, using the camera you already own.
Beginner
18 and older
Posing 101: Women (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Develop a clear, repeatable approach to posing women with confidence and style. Get comfortable with essential poses and practical guidelines that adapt to portraits, fashion, bridal, maternity, and intimate sessions. Drawing on real examples, sharpen your ability to produce flattering, expressive images for women of every age, body type, and experience level.
All levels
18 and older
Beginner Drone Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how to fly a drone with confidence while bringing home striking aerial photos and video. Build essential skills in safe operation, camera settings, and maneuvering so you can reach dynamic perspectives. Gain a clear grasp of legal considerations and basic editing methods that refine your aerial work.
Beginner
18 and older
Travel Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Figure out how to plan, shoot, and head home with travel photos you'll genuinely treasure. The class clears up gear choices, location scouting, and shooting strategies so you can keep your attention on meaningful images rather than stress. Build a practical playbook for capturing stories, people, and places with confidence.
Beginner
18 and older
Nikon D850 Fast Start (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Build confidence working with a professional-grade DSLR by locking in both its physical controls and advanced menu settings. Learn how to customize your setup, uncover hidden features, and streamline your workflow for photography and video. Walk away ready to shoot, edit, and share images with efficiency and precision.
Beginner
18 and older
Photography 101 (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Lay down a strong foundation in digital photography using the gear you already have. Lern how your camera works, how to read and shape great light, and how to lean into manual settings with poise. Grow the skills to bring home compelling images across a wide range of subjects, from action all the way to portraits.
Beginner
18 and older
Photography Workflow with AI (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how to fly a drone with confidence while bringing home striking aerial photos and video. Build essential skills in safe operation, camera settings, and maneuvering so you can reach dynamic perspectives. Get a clear handle on legal considerations and basic editing methods that refine your aerial work.
Beginner
18 and older
The Headshot (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn a proven approach to building compelling headshot portraits that pull the best out of every subject. Look at practical methods for directing clients, building connection, and refining expression, body position, and lighting. Pull in insight you can put to work right away to lift both your confidence and your results behind the camera.
Beginner
18 and older
Post-Processing for Outdoor and Travel Photographers (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Lift your travel and outdoor photography by locking in essential post-production skills in Lightroom and Photoshop. Learn how to lift, retouch, and organize your images efficiently while keeping your workflow streamlined. Spend less time editing and more time capturing striking, unforgettable photos.
Beginner
18 and older
Choosing the Right Camera Lens (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how to choose lenses that lift your camera's performance and suit different photography styles. Look at the technology behind lenses, including specialty options and essential accessories. Get practical insight for confidently choosing, using, and maintaining lenses so you can put together stronger, more intentional images.
All levels
18 and older
Cyanotype: Wet and Traditional
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school
One of the early photographic processes, invented in 1842 by Sir John Hirschel, was the cyanotype. It is based on sunlight causing a change in a light sensitive emulsion brushed onto paper or fabric. Many of the early photographic images were called “sun prints” because they had to be exposed using UV lights, or sunlight. This is a contact print process, and you will need negatives the size you would like your final image to be. We will start...
Nov 2nd
10am–12pm PT
Meets 6 Times
$675
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Mon. Nov 2nd, 10am–12pm PT
(12 hours over 6 sessions)
A Special Nikon Camera Users Virtual Photo Safari
Washington Photo Safari See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
Sharpen your Nikon skills with a virtual photo safari led by professional photographer and Nikon user E. David Luria. Walk through your camera's menu, get a handle on advanced settings such as multiple exposures and Kelvin temperatures, and pick up specific recommendations on lenses and gear. A great chance to deepen your photography knowledge from the comfort of home.
Oct 22nd
7–9pm ET
$79
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Nov 12th
7–9pm ET
$79
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Dec 10th
7–9pm ET
$79
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Thu. Oct 22nd, 7–9pm ET
(2 hours)
Chemigrams: Composition and Concept
Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
Investigate the expressive range of cameraless photography through the dynamic art of chemigrams. Discover how to work with light, chemistry, and resists to produce abstract, one-of-a-kind prints. Through guided demonstrations and group critique, build both technical skill and conceptual depth in your creative practice.
Oct 28th
6–8pm ET
Meets 6 Times
$465
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Wed. Oct 28th, 6–8pm ET
(12 hours over 6 sessions)
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.
Oct 29th
6–8pm ET
Meets 6 Times
$465
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Thu. Oct 29th, 6–8pm ET
(12 hours over 6 sessions)
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.
Nov 7th
9am–12pm PT
Meets 4 Times
$775
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Sat. Nov 7th, 9am–12pm PT
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
