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How to Write an Artist Statement
Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
Learn to effectively communicate the concepts and processes behind your artwork through the power of words. This course at Penumbra Foundation will equip you with the skills to craft a compelling artist statement, ensuring that your work is contextualized and understood by funders, galleries, and the public. Say goodbye to writer's block and share your artistic vision with the world.
Dec 5th
10am–1pm ET
Meets 2 Times
$345
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Sat. Dec 5th, 10am–1pm ET
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
Slow Looking: Depth Over Speed in Documentary Photography
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Slow down and deepen your visual storytelling in this intensive weekend workshop with Jane Evelyn Atwood. Through portfolio reviews, lectures, field sessions, and discussions, explore the foundations of long-term projects, including insights from Too Much Time. Designed to foster presence and intention, this immersive experience is limited to 12 students.
Dec 4th
9am–5pm ET
Meets 3 Times
$1,595
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Fri. Dec 4th, 9am–5pm ET
(24 hours over 3 sessions)
Shooting with Intention with Aline Smithson
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Elevate your photography by exploring the art of creating images with purpose and depth. This workshop guides you in identifying personal vision, crafting concept-driven projects, and interpreting the world with thoughtful analysis. Through critiques, assignments, and exercises, you’ll transform your approach, infusing intention and meaning into your work. Perfect for photographers seeking creative growth.
Jan 13th
9am–12pm PT
Meets 6 Times
$1,375
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Jan 20th
9am–12pm PT
$1,375
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Jan 27th
9am–12pm PT
$1,375
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Feb 3rd
9am–12pm PT
$1,375
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Feb 10th
9am–12pm PT
$1,375
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Wed. Jan 13th, 9am–12pm PT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Analog to Digital: Post-Processing Workflow
Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
Build a consistent post-processing workflow for digitized film using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Learn to refine color and black-and-white negatives, make batch adjustments, and remove dust with precision retouching tools. Weekly assignments and feedback help reinforce techniques and produce polished, high-quality final files from existing scans.
Dec 6th
10am–12:30pm ET
Meets 2 Times
$195
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Sun. Dec 6th, 10am–12:30pm ET
(5 hours over 2 sessions)
Exploring the Art of Collage
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Discover the techniques and methods used in collage art from both historic and contemporary artists in this engaging webinar by Sarah Hadley. Perfect for photographers of all levels, you'll learn how to enhance your personal projects and create stunning collages without the need for advanced software. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the world of college.
Jan 6th
10am–12pm PT
Meets 6 Times
$607.50
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Wed. Jan 6th, 10am–12pm PT
(12 hours over 6 sessions)
Street Photography: Capturing the City Spirit
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
This introductory webinar will cover basic concepts of copyright law for photographers. Street photography is one of the most popular genres in photography. In this webinar we will discuss ways to approach it paying close attention to street portraits, and successful ways to to approach strangers. We will look at the work of photographers like Joel Meyerowitz and Helen Levitt, Baldwin Lee and understand what makes their images so successful. ...
Apr 27th
6–9pm PT
Meets 6 Times
$595
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Tue. Apr 27th, 6–9pm PT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Portfolio Development Workshop
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Take your fine art photography to a higher level in our Portfolio Development Workshop. Across six months, you'll polish your portfolio through monthly critiques, hands-on editing sessions, and focused discussions on branding, artist statements, and presentation. Gain practical experience sharing your work and using thoughtful feedback to ensure your portfolio truly reflects your vision. Join us to build a portfolio that speaks to gallerists, designers, and curators.
Mar 22nd
9:30am–12:30pm PT
Meets 6 Times
$1,475
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Mon. Mar 22nd, 9:30am–12:30pm PT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Conceptual Photography
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Unleash your creativity through the lens and learn to captivate viewers with deep, thought-provoking imagery. Discover the power of conceptual photography in this hands-on course that teaches you how to develop compelling ideas, plan and execute your shots, and tell a story through your work. Elevate your photography skills and leave a lasting impression on your audience.
Feb 8th
6–8pm PT
Meets 6 Times
$607.50
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Feb 22nd
6–8pm PT
$675
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Mar 1st
6–8pm PT
$675
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Mar 8th
6–8pm PT
$675
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Mar 15th
6–8pm PT
$675
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Mon. Feb 8th, 6–8pm PT
(12 hours over 6 sessions)
Mastering Composition: Beyond the Rule of Thirds
Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Break free from predictable framing and discover fresh approaches to photographic composition. Explore techniques that heighten perspective, emphasize subject placement, and expand your creative vision. With guided practice and constructive feedback, you’ll sharpen your eye and elevate your images to new levels of impact.
Sun. Jan 17th, 9–11am ET
(2 hours)
Macro Photography
Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom
Step into the world of close-up photography and learn how to work through common challenges like shallow depth of field and lighting limits. Guided by a renowned macro photography expert, you'll experiment with creative techniques using a range of equipment. Bring a curious mindset and transform tiny subjects into powerful, eye-catching images.
Sat. Feb 13th, 9–11am ET
(2 hours)
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Basic Photography
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Master the art of digital photography and unleash your creative potential with this comprehensive workshop at the Los Angeles Center of Photography. Learn the fundamental concepts, controls, and functions of your DSLR camera, and gain the confidence to shoot consistently in manual mode. Develop your composition skills, understand lighting techniques, and explore the different effects achieved with lenses. Join us and take your photography to the next level.
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Publishing a Photobook
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Unlock the secrets of transforming your photographic vision into a captivating book with expert guidance from Harvey Stein. From conceptualization to navigating the publishing world, this intensive workshop equips you with the essential tools to captivate publishers and bring your photobook dream to life.
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Basic Photography - Part 2
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
In this sequential class to Basic Photography Part 1, students will receive reinforcement in the concepts learned from the previous class and push toward the next level of photographic expression. Emphasis will be on image capture while practicing sound technical fundamentals, including camera settings, metering techniques, and white balance selection. While learning proper use of their camera, students will be exposed to the major genres of photography,...
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Introduction to Documentary Photography
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
This six-week online course offers an immersive introduction to the craft and practice of documentary photography. Led by acclaimed photographer Marissa Roth, the class guides students through the essential techniques, styles, and ethical considerations behind capturing real-life stories with honesty and impact.
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The Art of Curating Photography Exhibitions
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Step into the intricate craft of curating photography exhibitions through this insightful webinar. Learn how to select, arrange, and present photographs to build compelling narratives and stir emotion. Pick up expert know-how on curation principles, effective storytelling, and the role of context and space. Lift your skills in exhibition planning, artist collaboration, and audience engagement.
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$55
Intermediate Photography
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ 5566 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
In this sequential class to Beginning Photography, students will receive reinforcement in the concepts learned from the previous class and push toward the next level of photographic expression. Emphasis will be on image capture while practicing sound technical fundamentals, including camera settings, metering techniques, and white balance selection. While learning proper use of their camera, students will be exposed to the major genres of photography,...
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The Contemporary Landscape
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
How do we see and perceive the contemporary landscape beyond the marks that humanity has left on it? What can the landscape, in all its forms and iterations, teach us about ourselves? Under Brad Temkin’s expert guidance, we examine these questions in depth while learning to create pictures that are poetic and beautiful. With the help of exercises, classroom discussions, portfolio reviews and critiques, as well as informal artist talks with professional...
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Bookbinding for the Photographer: Sequencing, Printing
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Bookbinding for the Photographer: Sequencing, Printing and Binding Methods Through class discussions, demonstrations and individual research, students will form a personal vision of what their images mean in the book form. Our focus will be equally on content, concept, production and technique. Over the past decade, photography books have seen a resurgence within the art world, this time transcending their original use as survey or catalog to...
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Illuminating Metaphor in Practice and Presentation with Barbara Ciurej & Lindsey Lochman
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Explore the power of metaphors in photography and learn how to elevate and transform your projects in this immersive workshop at the Los Angeles Center of Photography. Discover visual equivalents, delve into concept and presentation, and find deeper complexity in your work. Join us for an enriching experience that will unlock new levels of creativity.
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Playing with Pictures with Odette England
Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom
Unleash your creativity with Playing with Pictures, a course at the Los Angeles Center of Photography. Dive into collage, appropriation, and experimental making to generate new meanings from different groupings of images. Transform found photographs into captivating works of art through manipulation and exploration.
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