Classes:In the Field Shooting

November 8, 2025: Wildlife Photography Field Shoot

Time: 7:00am -10:30am
Fee: $115
Instructor: Matt Felperin
Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 2

Join naturalist Matt Felperin for a wildlife photography field shoot at Huntley Meadows Park, one of the more magical natural areas in the region.

November 8, 2025: Painting with Light In The Field

Time: 5:00PM-8:00PM
Fee: $109
Instructor: Lori Saunders
Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: SOLD OUT!

Join instructor Marie Joabar and learn the tips and tricks to create lighting masterpieces. With special access to the historic Ivy Hill Cemetery at nighttime, we’ll light paint some of the older tombstones, some dating back to the 1800s, as well as the old vault.

November 9, 2025: Waterfalls Of The Potomac

Time: 6:00AM - 9:00AM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Corey Hilz
Category: In the Field Shooting
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Great Falls of the Potomac River is truly the greatest natural wonder of the DC area and there is no better time to photograph it than at dawn.

Join Corey Hilz and learn how to shoot in low light, capture flowing water, exploit the rising sun, compose waterscapes, and more.

November 15, 2025: Fieldwork - Photo Basics at Library Of Congress

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Fee: $84

Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 7

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 at the Library of Congress gives us plenty of photo opportunities to practice exposure settings and creative captures from varying depth of field shots to slow shutter speeds to blur the visitors in a creative way.

November 16, 2025: 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 ShootingSmartphone 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.

November 16, 2025: Exploring Macro Photography

Time: 10:00 AM - 1:30PM
Fee: $109
Instructor: Corey Hilz
Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 4

Small subjects or little pieces of a larger subject are fascinating to explore with your camera. This class will teach you about the technical and creative aspects of successful close-ups. Learn how to work with different natural lighting conditions, as well as what equipment is most useful. The skills you will learn can be applied to any subject of macro photography, at home or in the field.
 

December 6, 2025: Holiday Lights in Frederick MD

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fee: $89
Instructor: Michael Koren
Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 9

December 7, 2025: Fieldwork - Photo Basics at U.S. Botanic Gardens

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Fee: $89

Category: Holiday ClassesIn the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 7

This class is designed for those who have taken any of the Photo 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 is the U.S. Botanical Gardens Conservatory and with the beautiful holiday decorations, we'll find plenty of photo opportunities to practice exposure settings and creative captures. Join us and come away with stronger skills for setting exposure and capturing exciting images that you’re proud to show off.
 

December 7, 2025: Holiday Photos Around the U.S. Capitol

Time: 4:30PM - 7:00PM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Corey Hilz
Category: Holiday ClassesIn the Field Shooting
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. 

December 14, 2025: Holiday Lights at National Harbor

Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Fee: $99
Instructor: Kim Kelly
Category: Holiday ClassesIn the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 8

ALL THAT GLITTERS & GLOWS

Join Kim Kelly and learn how to capture exciting and holidays lights. Build a colorful holiday themed image collection and add a little magic to your season.

December 18, 2025: Holiday Field Shoot at the Library of Congress

Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fee: $99

Category: Holiday ClassesIn the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 8

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 20, 2025: Holiday Photos Around the White House

Time: 4:45 PM - 7:15 PM
Fee: $99
Instructor: Corey Hilz
Category: Holiday ClassesIn the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 8

People come from far and wide to take iconic photos of the White House all decked out in holiday trim! Join us to photograph the White House, the National Christmas Tree and holiday decorations on buildings nearby. 

January 3, 2026: Wildlife Photography Field Shoot

Time: 7:00am -10:00am
Fee: $115
Instructor: Matt Felperin
Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 9

Join naturalist Matt Felperin for a wildlife photography field shoot at Huntley Meadows Park, one of the more magical natural areas in the region.

We will have a pre-class Zoom session to cover tips and settings. 

January 11, 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 ShootingSmartphone Photography
Spaces left: 9

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.

February 7, 2026: Exploring Blackwater Wildlife Refuge

Time: 6:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Fee: $109
Instructor: Kim Kelly
Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 7

Join us on Maryland’s Eastern Shore as we explore Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. This sanctuary has over 32,000 acres of diverse habitats attracting waterfowl and other birds along the Atlantic Flyway. 

February 7, 2026: Abstract Photography – Creating Abstract Images

Time: 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $109
Instructor: Beth Haubach
Category: In the Field Shooting
Spaces left: 8

The techniques used in abstract photography provides a fresh approach to crafting unique images. They may also help the photographer develop a stronger eye and view subjects with a fresh perspective. Using a variety of techniques the photographer finds limitless options and is easily entertained as each frame gives a different result.  

Location: Falls Church, VA

June 11, 2026: “City of Bridges” Pittsburgh Photo Workshop

Time: This is a multi-day event: June 11-14, 2026
Fee: $1095

Category: In the Field ShootingTravel Workshops
Spaces left: 7

Join Instructors Beth Haubach and Marie Joabar for 4 fun filled days capturing the best of Pittsburgh, the CIty of Bridges!  

Limit: 10