Worldwide, in 1970, there were about 10 billion photographs taken during that YEAR. Today, that same number of images see the light of day every TWO DAYS! With that startling fact in mind, the question for you as a photographer becomes: “Considering the sheer tonnage of photographs currently being made every year, how can I create images that are compelling, interesting and that haven't been done a million times before?” The answer, of course, is that no one has your unique way of seeing. The purpose of this course is to help refine and “bring into focus” your individual visual style, a style that can’t be copied by anyone else. Rather than delving into the mechanical and digital aspects of photography (the camera, lenses, settings) we will instead zero-in on the final product: your unique photographic vision and the compositions that spring out of that vision. *Please note that the meeting dates have been changed from those originally published in the fall 2025 Community Ed catalog.

Receive practical instruction, test your skills and use top-of-the-line camera accessories to take the perfect photo. Prerequisite: DSLR 1 or 2 class. Please bring your camera, manual and flash, if you own one, to all classes. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Receive practical instruction, test your skills and use top-of-the-line camera accessories to take the perfect photo. Prerequisite: DSLR 1 or 2 class. Please bring your camera, manual and flash, if you own one, to all classes. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Use reflectors, electronic flash and filters to enhance your portraits. Focus on selecting backgrounds, use of lenses for the desired depth of field, slow sync photography and posing your subject.

Improve the composition and quality of your photos as you learn the fundamentals of digital SLR photography, including ASA/ISO, f-stops, speed settings and accessories. Bring a DSLR camera with interchangeable lenses. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.

A hands-on course designed to help you take full control of your DSLR and mirrorless camera’s settings. Learn the essentials of exposure, aperture, shutter speed, ISO and white balance, and discover how to use them to capture the images you envision. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class will guide you in making the most of your digital camera to achieve the photos you want. Bring your gear to class: camera & owners manual, optional: filters, tripod, and external flash. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.

Improve the composition and quality of your photos as you learn the fundamentals of digital SLR photography, including ASA/ISO, f-stops, speed settings and accessories. Bring a DSLR camera with interchangeable lenses. NOTE: The April 11 class advertised in the brochure has been cancelled. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.

Unlock your smartphone's camera potential by understanding essential settings like focus, exposure, and shutter speed. This hands-on class covers everything from day file formats to the "hidden" editing tools already built into your phone. Join us to transform your everyday snapshots into polished, professional-quality photographs you’ll want to frame. If weather permits, students may practice outdoors. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.

Elevate your smartphone photography by moving beyond "Auto" mode to manually control ISO, shutter speed, and white balance. This course focuses on using third-party apps to capture maximum detail through RAW photography and more advanced post-processing options. If weather permits, students may practice outdoors. To get the most out of this course, students should have the following apps installed before the first class: Snapseed, Lightroom Mobile, and either Halide (iOS) or ProShot (Android) If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.