Offering In-Person Photography Classes in Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia.
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How it Works
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Search our class offerings for those that spark your interest or meet your needs. Don't wait too long to register, they sell out quickly.
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Once you register for a class, you'll immediately get an email with details about where to go, what to bring, and any other information that you need to know.
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Enjoy the camaraderie with other like minded students! Advance your photography skills and go home with new tools and fabulous images!
Our instructors are passionate about helping you to the next level!
Our instructors are not only skilled at photography but are skilled at teaching it! We’re at our best helping you learn new skills to improve your photography. With classes throughout the Metro DC area, you’re sure to find one on a topic that you want to learn more about.
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Recent Articles
April 23, 2025
From Layoffs to New Beginnings
To support the federal workers affected by the recent wave of layoffs and furloughs, CPC together with our instructor, the exceptionally talented photographer Laura Hatcher, and the generous team at Eaton House Coworking came up with a a 2-day event to offer support and a sense of empowerment: "Life After Public Service – Empowering the Next Step."
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March 13, 2025
10 Tips for Stronger Spring Compositions
With spring just around the corner, we're all eager to get outdoors with our cameras. If we haven't been photographing much over the winter, we may be a bit rusty and need some inspiration to get our creative juices flowing again.
From composition techniques to creative approaches, here are some fun ideas to help you capture spring's beauty in fresh new ways.
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February 13, 2025
Lightroom Comparison: Cloud vs Classic
This article will give you an overview of the fundamental similarities and differences between Lightroom Cloud and Lightroom Classic. The two versions of Lightroom are not designed to be used interchangeably. You’ll want to pick one version and stick with it.
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January 23, 2025
Understanding ISO: From Film to Digital
Whether you're shooting your child's soccer game or capturing the Milky Way, understanding ISO is a crucial part of the exposure equation.
Simply put, ISO controls how sensitive your camera is to light. Use low ISOs for bright conditions or bright subjects. Use high ISOs for low light, dark scenes or dark subjects.