Photography Classes Chicago, IL

This two-hour course teaches participants the fundamentals of digital photography, from basic composition to how to leverage the power of an iPhone's camera. Participants will learn how to take and edit photos to create professional-looking images. Techniques for enhancing color, depth and focus through mobile editing are also included.

Discover how to maximize your smartphone's photography capabilities through practical instruction on lenses, filters, editing apps, and basic composition techniques. Students will enhance their creativity and capture professional-quality images using accessible smartphone technology. This interactive online class is suitable for all skill levels.

Learn professional photo editing techniques with instructor Stephen Sherman in this engaging, hands-on course. Participants will master essential skills such as resizing, enhancing, and retouching images using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Ideal for beginners seeking to elevate their photography and editing proficiency.

This course guides participants through the process of capturing the natural beauty of gardens through photography. It provides detailed instructions on camera settings, shutter effects, and lighting adjustments to achieve striking outdoor shots. Participants will have hands-on practice with the guidance of an experienced professional in creating compelling nature photographs.

This all-day private photography class offers an immersive and personalized learning experience for aspiring photographers. Under the guidance of a professional instructor, participants will gain practical insights into camera setting adjustments, composition, lighting, and photo editing. The one-on-one approach ensures each learner’s specific needs and areas of interest are addressed.

This private digital photography class provides a tailored learning experience, led by a professional photographer in Chicago. Covering a four-hour duration, it offers insight into building photographic skills using digital equipment, camera settings, lighting, and composition techniques. The class encourages participants to get hands-on, to learn through practice, using their digital cameras.

This course provides in-depth guided training for individuals looking to navigate their digital camera's controls effectively. With a focus on camera modes, lens choices, and understanding histograms, participants will acquire the skill set needed to capture images in various lighting conditions and scenarios. In addition to theory, the course delivers hands-on instruction to cement photography techniques.

This photography course offers participants a unique opportunity to develop their digital photography skills in the dynamic setting of Garfield Park. Under professional guidance, attendees will learn key photographic composition techniques, how to use light effectively and get tips on achieving the perfect shot in various outdoor conditions. Enhanced hands-on experience provided in the field assures a practical understanding of the photography concepts.

This course introduces participants, aged 16 and above, to the fundamentals of traditional darkroom photography. Attendees will learn how to develop their own black-and-white film, make contact sheets, and enlarge photos, providing a comprehensive understanding of the entire photographic process. This immersive, hands-on learning experience is based in Chicago.

This photography class provides students with an overview of alternative, non-digital processes in photography such as anthotypes and other organic processes. Students will learn the creative and artistic possibilities of these processes with lots of resources for guidance and exploration of the techniques and materials required to produce successful prints.