Offering In-Person Photography Classes in Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia.

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Upcoming Classes

19 Jul
Early Morning Flower and Garden Photography Early Morning Flower and Garden Photography
19 Jul
Creative Phone Photography in Chinatown/Penn Quarter Creative Phone Photography in Chinatown/Penn Quarter
20 Jul
Summer Sunflowers Summer Sunflowers
20 Jul
In DC
Getting Started In Portraiture Getting Started In Portraiture
20 Jul
DC
Photo Basics – Getting Off Auto Photo Basics – Getting Off Auto
21 Jul
July 21, 28, Aug 4
ONLINE - Getting Started with Lightroom Classic ONLINE - Getting Started with Lightroom Classic
25 Jul
Night Photography on the National Mall Night Photography on the National Mall
26 Jul
Fieldwork - Photo Basics at Union Station Fieldwork - Photo Basics at Union Station
27 Jul
New Class!
Exploring the Smithsonian Gardens Exploring the Smithsonian Gardens
27 Jul
iPhone Photography - Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art iPhone Photography - Getting Started at the National Gallery of Art
2 Aug
Abstract Photography – Creating Abstract Images Abstract Photography – Creating Abstract Images
3 Aug
Falls Church
Photo Basics – Getting Off Auto Photo Basics – Getting Off Auto

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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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What Students are Saying...

I've done enough photo workshops to know that some instructors are good in the field while others are good in the classroom. The Capital Photography team is outstanding in both!

- Joan

Excellent affordable photography classes, taught by knowledgeable friendly instructors!

- Michael G.

I love the courses that CPC offers. A wide range of classes and for all skill levels. All of the instructors that I had are friendly, knowledgeable and interactive. With the classes being small you get the feel of a one on one environment.

- Damian B

The customer service was phenomenal. I sent via email with questions and the follow up was timely and accurate. The classes are extremely valuable with active photographers and subject matter experts. The variety, frequency and price can’t be beat. I highly recommend attending these courses.

- Freddy M.

Capital Photography Center has been a great resource for helping me to grow as a photographer. The quality of instruction has consistently been excellent, and the instructors have always been warm and friendly - while demonstrating a high level customer service. For anyone living in the DMV area, I would highly recommend them.

- Mark Y.

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