Classes:In the Field Photography

October 25, 2026: Exploring Street Photography

Time: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Michael Koren
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: 3

This hands-on class will explore the unique aspects of the street photography genre and help you create compelling photographs that go beyond the ordinary snapshot.  Join Michael Koren for an afternoon learning pro-level tips and techniques, privacy issues associated with street photography, and hands-on photographing around the White House area. 

October 31, 2026: Fieldwork - Photo Basics in Old Town Alexandria

Time: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fee: $84
Instructor: Marie Joabar
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: 1

This class is designed for those who have taken any of the Photography Basics classes and want the opportunity to work in the field to reinforce the material covered in the classroom. We’ve encouraged you to leave the Auto settings behind and to shoot in the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority or Manual modes so now it’s time for some hands-on.

Our location in Old Town Alexandria gives us plenty of photo opportunities to practice exposure settings and creative captures. We begin down by the waterfront capturing the details in the harbor area, we’d then photograph quaint shops and historic homes. We end at the Farmers Market in front of City Hall where we’ll find street scenes, colorful produce, flowers stalls and more.

October 31, 2026: Maritime Photography - Capturing Majestic Tall Ships

Time: 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Fee: $109
Instructor: Kim Kelly
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: SOLD OUT!

Step back in time when tall ships were the maritime vessels gracing the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Capture stuning images of the tall hips from as far away as New England to some of Maryland’s treasures including the Pride of Baltimore II and the newly built Maryland Dove.  

November 1, 2026: Rock Creek Park Photo Hike

Time: 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Corey Hilz
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: 8

Join Corey Hilz for a morning photo hike in beautifully wild yet local Rock Creek Park. Expand your creative nature photography by getting off the beaten track and find the hidden treasures on the trail.

November 1, 2026: Getting Started in Architecture, Interiors, and Real Estate Photography

Time: 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Fee: $139
Instructor: Tammy Loverdos
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: 7

Learn the fundamentals of Architecture and Interior photography and develop a strong foundation of skills that can be applied to Real Estate, Interior Design, and Hospitality photography.

Location: DC

November 8, 2026: Composition Techniques at US Naval Academy

Time: 8 AM - 11:00 AM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Kim Kelly
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: 4

Develop the “art of seeing” and learn hands-on exciting compositional techniques

November 14, 2026: Birding, Wildlife and Nature Photo Workshop at Bombay Hook

Time: 1:00pm -11:00am
Fee: $329
Instructor: Matt Felperin
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: SOLD OUT!

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Join Naturalist Matt Felperin for an exciting bird, wildlife and nature photo workshop! Learn how to photograph shorebirds, raptors, and other wildlife in a variety of light conditions and compositions. 

This workshop starts on Nov 4 at 1pm and ends on Nov 15 at 11am. We will have a pre and post workshop meeting via Zoom. 

November 14, 2026: Art and Architecture - Creative Captures

Time: 10:15 AM - 12:45 PM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Corey Hilz
Category: In the Field Photography
Spaces left: 8

The National Gallery of Art offers an array of architectural and design details, as well as three dimensional pieces of art. Join Corey for a class exploring how to reimagine the lines and shapes of these elements to create unique and memorable photographs.

November 14, 2026: Capturing The Past At Waterside Woolen Mill

Time: 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Fee: $129
Instructor: Beth Haubach
Category: In the Field PhotographyTravel Workshops
Spaces left: 5

Join Beth Haubach for an incredible photo opportunity capturing the bygone era of the Waterside Woolen Mill. We’ll find decades old looms, spinning and other vintage machinery, faded yarns, interesting textures and color combinations, and plenty of small vignettes or “still-lifes." 

Includes a Zoom session the week prior to the class covering tips and techniques for photographing in “abandoned” spaces.  That way we can make the most of our time photographing when we get to the mill.  

November 15, 2026: iPhone Photography - Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art

Time: 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Michael Koren
Category: In the Field PhotographySmartphone Photography
Spaces left: 8

Learn to use the iPhone camera and the settings for creative image captures.  Join Michael Koren at the National Gallery of Art and learn techniques for exposure, composition and focus. Tap into your creative side through smartphone photography.

December 3, 2026: Holiday Field Shoot at the Library of Congress

Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Marie Joabar
Category: Holiday ClassesIn the Field Photography
Spaces left: 9

Our location at the Library of Congress gives us plenty of photo opportunities. From exciting holiday themed photos, to architectural shots, to creatively using intentional camera movement. 

We begin photographing in the Great Hall and capture the beautiful architecture and sculptures as well as the gorgeous Holiday tree. We'll then explore some of the hidden gems in the building interior.

Timed entry tickets have been reserved for the group, you will not need to get your own. 

December 12, 2026: Holiday Photos Around the U.S. Capitol

Time: 4:30PM - 7:00PM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Corey Hilz
Category: Holiday ClassesIn the Field Photography
Spaces left: 8

Join Corey Hilz at this special holiday themed photo walk to photograph the Capitol Christmas tree and the area around the Capitol building from sunset to twilight, then into the night.

We’ll begin photographing at the reflecting pool and Capitol with the beautiful light at the end of the day. This will be the perfect time to photograph the iconic view of the Capitol and the Reflecting Pool during the golden hour thru the blue hour. Moving closer at twilight will give us picture perfect shots of the Capitol with the lighted tree in the foreground.