Looking for quick info on when classes and courses will run?
Here it is! Below, you'll find a list of the courses and classes that are currently have scheduled. This way, you can see at a glance what is happening and when it will happen. We provided links to find detailed information about the content of each class, telling you exactly what to expect and what you'll need if you want to participate.
Foundations
Professional
Mastery
Intro
Want to learn more about your camera and how to use it? Demystify your DSLR and unleash your inner photographer with Photography 1:
Thursday nights, 6:30-8:30 PM, online via Zoom, or in person at our Amherst location
July 27th, 2023 - Amherst, NH
September 14th, 2023 - Amherst, NH
Class 1: Introduction to camera systems
Class 2: The shutter and how to control blurring
Class 3: The aperture and how to control fuzziness
Class 4: Exposure, ISO and composition
Class 5: Lighting and white-balance
Class 6: Bringing it all together
July 27th, 2023
August 3rd, 2023
August 10th, 2023
August 17th, 2023
August 24th, 2023
August 31st, 2023
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
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Class 1: Introduction to camera systems
Class 2: The shutter and how to control blurring
Class 3: The aperture and how to control fuzziness
Class 4: Exposure, ISO and composition
Class 5: Lighting and white-balance
Class 6: Bringing it all together
September 14th, 2023
September 21st, 2023
September 28th, 2023
October 5th, 2023
October 12th, 2023
October 19th, 2023
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
Explore the artistic aspects of photography.
8 weeks course on Wednesday nights from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
September 6th, 2023
March 13th, 2024
Class 1: Comprehensive review/What makes a winning photo
Class 2: The elements of visual design
Class 3: The principles of visual design
Class 4: Advanced lighting and exposure techniques
Class 5: Field trip!
Class 6: Project presentation and selecting images
Class 7: Exploring the art of Landscape Photography
Class 8: Exploring the art of Portrait Photography
September 6th, 2023
September 13th, 2023
September 20th, 2023
September 27th, 2023
October 4th, 2023
October 11th, 2023
October 18th, 2023
October 25th, 2023
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
Class 1: Comprehensive review/What makes a winning photo
Class 2: The elements of visual design
Class 3: The principles of visual design
Class 4: Advanced lighting and exposure techniques
Class 5: Field trip!
Class 6: Project presentation and selecting images
Class 7: Matting and titling
Class 8: Framing and getting ready for the Art Gallery Show
March 13th, 2024
March 20th, 2024
March 27th, 2024
April 3rd, 2024
April 10th, 2024
April 17th, 2024
April 24th, 2024
May 1st, 2024
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
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Build on your technical and artistic skills to become a truly accomplished photographer.
8 weeks course on Tuesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Class 1: Recap of the Basics and Photography 2
Class 2: Flash Photography and Intro to Studio Lighting
Class 3: Directing and Posing Subjects
Class 4: Setting Up Your Workflow
Class 5: Using Lightroom to Select and Edit Images
Class 6: Introduction to Photoshop
Class 7: Business Overview
Class 8: Graduation Night and Student Showcase Slideshow
September 26th, 2023
October 3rd, 2023
October 10th, 2023
October 17th, 2023
October 24th, 2023
October 31st, 2023
November 7th, 2023
November 14th, 2023
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
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Course C1MAC4 - Photo Editing 1
Foundations
If you've ever been frustrated by photo organization or photo editing, this is the course for you. We'll take you from getting your photos off your SD card all the way to exporting them to share and print, including how to edit them in Lightroom.
6 week course on Wednesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM.
Class 1: Recap of Basic Computer Skills
Class 2: Setting Up Your Workflow
Class 3: Field Trip!
Class 4: Importing, Rating and Tagging Using Lightroom
Class 5: Adjusting Your Photos in Lightroom
Class 6: Exporting Your Photos and Graduation Night
November 1st, 2023
November 8th, 2023
November 15th, 2023
November 29th, 2023
December 6th, 2023
December 13th, 2023
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
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Course C1MAC5 - Photo Editing 2
Foundations
Build on your technical and artistic skills to become a truly accomplished photographer.
7 weeks course on Tuesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Class 1: Recap of Editing Basics
Class 2: Introduction to Lightroom and Photoshop
Class 3: Field Trip!
Class 4: Importing and Adjusting Your Photos Using Adobe Lightroom
Class 5: The Lightroom Development Panel: A Closer Look
Class 6: Basic Photo Editing Techniques in Photoshop, Part 1
Class 7: Basic Photo Editing Techniques in Photoshop, Part 2
January 9th, 2024
January 16th, 2024
January 23rd, 2024
January 30th, 2024
February 6th, 2024
February 13th, 2024
February 20th, 2024
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
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Course C1MAC6 - Photo Editing 3
Foundations
Build on your technical and artistic skills to become a truly accomplished photographer.
8 weeks course on Tuesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Class 1: Recap of the Basic and Photo Editing 2 Skills
Class 2: Setting Up Your Workflow for Tethered Shooting
Class 3: Tethered Studio Session
Class 4: Adjusting Your Photos Using Adobe Lightroom
Class 5: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 1
Class 6: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 2
Class 7: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 3
Class 8: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 4
February 27th, 2024
March 5th, 2024
March 12th, 2024
March 19th, 2024
March 26th, 2024
April 2nd, 2024
April 9th, 2024
April 16th, 2024
Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
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Our hands-on photography workshops are a great way to learn about photography on an ongoing basis. While each workshop is self contained, some build on each other. Workshops are included with the Photo Explorers membership. Check the details.
Saturday mornings from 10am to 12pm
Using Lightroom to tweak and edit your photos
Photoshop I, Learning the basics
Ins-and-Outs of Landscape Photography
Using Lightroom to tweak and edit your photos
January 20th, 2024
February 17th, 2024
March 23rd, 2024
April 20th, 2024
May 18th, 2024
June 8th, 2024
July 20th, 2024
August 19th, 2023
September 16th, 2023
October 21st, 2023
November 18th, 2023
December 16th, 2023
Workshop schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.
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Membership program where we pair an on-location shoot with a classroom session.
Photo shoots are most often held on Sundays and usually start at 9am on location
Tweak & Toast sessions are held Monday nights starting at 6:30pm
Date
January 7th, 2024
February 4th, 2024
March 3rd, 2024
April 14th, 2024
May 5th, 2024
June 2nd, 2024
July 14th, 2024
August 4th, 2024
September 10th, 2023
October 8th, 2023
November 5th, 2023
December 3rd, 2023
Destination
Let's Stay Warm
Island in the Stream
Fishies
The Butterfly Place
Botanical Gardens
What a Zoo
Lush & Local
Something Green
Sunrise
Fall Colors
Ocean Shore
On the Rocks
Tweak and Toast session at C1M
January 22nd, 2024
February 19th, 2024
March 18th, 2024
April 22nd, 2024
May 20th, 2024
June 17th, 2024
July 22nd, 2024
August 19th, 2024
September 25th, 2023
October 23rd, 2023
November 20th, 2023
December 11th, 2023
Destinations listed above are suggestions. The actual destination will be voted on by participants at the previous shoot's Tweak and Toast session.
What can I say? The world is run by the people who show up.
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Get Certified as a Professional Photographer
Professional
Our 2-day weekend intensive course will refresh your photographic knowledge and guide you right through the certification test.
Class 1: Cameras and Lenses; Color and Composition
Class 2: Portraits and Lighting; Certification Test
April 6th, 2024
April 7th, 2024
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Each day's session will run 9AM to 12 PM, with ample time to review your knowledge and to ask questions. During the second half of Sunday's session, the certification test will be administered. Providing that you pass - which we have faith you will - you will leave with your Professional Certification.
Personal Success Plan with your Personal Coach
Professional
What do you think would happen if you'd have your own personal photography coach? You do not have to wonder any longer. Personal Success Plan coaching is now available. Scheduled at your convenience; please call to book your sessions.
The Basics Lite
Intro
Get some quick hits of information to put you on the path to better controlling your camera.
3 weeks course on Thursday nights from 6:30pm to 8:00pm - online via Zoom or in person at our Amherst location
Class 1: Camera systems and exposure modes
Class 2: Focusing and shutter speeds
Class 3: Lenses and the aperture
September 14th, 2023
September 21st, 2023
September 28th, 2023
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Whether you just got a digital camera and have some basic questions, or you're thinking about getting one and want some pointers, we can help. This class will let you dip your toes into the world of digital photography without having to commit to diving into the deep end of the pool just yet.
Usually on a Saturday morning from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Dates:
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Learn how to organize, improve and store your photos using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom at home and on your own schedule.
There are 6 video series. Each contains between 7 and 10 short videos of between 3 and 10 minutes that address different aspects of Adobe Lightroom. Purchase one series, all six, or any number in between.
Start date: Whenever you are ready to begin.
Series 1: Introduction to Lightroom
Series 2: Organizing Your Photo Shoots in Lightroom
Series 3: Organizing Your Photo Shoots in Lightroom
Series 4: Editing Your Photos Using Lightroom
Series 5: Photo Editing 3
Series 6: Exporting and Sharing Your Photos From Lightroom
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