About Capital Photography Center

Capital Photography Center offers the perfect blend of expertise, convenience, and personalized learning that will take your photography skills to the next level.

Proven Track Record

  • Founded by Marie Joabar, a veteran in photography education, Capital Photography Center has been helping students unleash their creative potential since 2012.
  • Our long-standing reputation in the DC area speaks to the quality and effectiveness of our classes.
  • We look forward meeting you in a Class or a Private Session and helping you along your photographic journey!

Learn From the Best

  • Our instructors are professional photographers with years of experience in both the craft of photography and the art of teaching.
  • Whether you're interested in beginner photography classes or advanced techniques, our instructors are there to support your unique journey and guide you.

Convenience That Fits Your Life

  • We understand you're busy and our classes are the perfect fit! No need to commit to lengthy courses - our single session options make it easy for you to schedule.
  • Find a variety of location options; our classes are held in Washington DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the surrounding areas.

Personalized Learning Experience

  • With class sizes limited to 8-10 students, you'll receive the individual attention you need to learn at whatever level you’re at.

Real-World Application

  • Theory is important but nothing beats hands-on experience. Our in-the-field classes take you to exciting locations across the DC area, from urban landscapes to nature settings. 
  • You'll learn to apply your skills in real-world scenarios, transforming your photography from ordinary to extraordinary.

Wide Variety of Topics

From basic to advanced, from capture to edit, we've got you covered! We offer a wide variety of  class topics:

  • Photo basics to get you off auto mode
  • Specialized classes in portrait, landscape, nature, street, and night photography as well as many other topics.
  • Post-processing (editing) classes in Lightroom and Photoshop
  • Flash and studio lighting and techniques
  • Smartphone photography to tap into your creative side
  • When you take a class with us, you're not just gaining knowledge - you're joining a community of passionate photographers.
  • Share experiences, make connections, and find inspiration among like-minded individuals.

Invest in Your Passion

Whether photography is your hobby or you're aspiring to go professional, our classes are an investment in your skills and creativity. You'll see improvement in your photos from the very first class, with techniques you can apply immediately.

Ready to transform your photography? Join us at Capital Photography Center, where your vision meets expert guidance. Don't just take photos - create art that tells your unique story.

 

Browse our class offerings today and take the first step towards realizing your photographic potential!
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