Meet-Up in LA: Photographing Historic Hollywood with Nancy Kaye (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Step into the heart of the entertainment capital with our February meet-up class focused on Historic Hollywood. This iconic neighborhood is brimming with cinematic history, from the star-studded Walk of Fame to the glamorous TCL Chinese Theater and the legendary Hollywood Sign looming above.
Meet-Up in LA: Photographing Boyle Heights with Thomas Alleman (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Join photographer Thomas Alleman and explore the heart of Los Angeles' Eastside with our April meet-up class in Boyle Heights, a dynamic neighborhood known for its deep cultural roots and rich history. Once the gateway for Jewish and Japanese immigrants, today it is a vibrant mosaic of Latino heritage, street art, and community activism.
In this six-session hybrid class, students will explore the art and ethics of photojournalism, learning to capture candid, authentic moments that tell compelling stories. Through a mix of lectures, critiques, and hands-on fieldwork, students will gain the skills to approach subjects with sensitivity, compose powerful images, and incorporate photojournalistic techniques into various photography styles, from editorial to documentary work.
A Day On Catalina Island with Peter Bennett (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Join photographer Peter Bennett for an immersive one-day workshop in Avalon on Catalina Island, where you’ll explore its rich history and stunning scenery while enhancing your photography skills. This hands-on experience includes personalized guidance on composition and lighting, followed by an online critique session to refine your work and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
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Meet-Up in LA: Photographing Venice Beach with Dotan Saguy (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Join photographer Dotan Saguy for a vibrant photography adventure on Venice Beach, where you'll capture the eclectic energy and stunning scenery of this iconic location. Over the solstice weekend, participants will benefit from personalized guidance and technical insights, culminating in a supportive online critique session to refine your work and enhance your storytelling skills.
Meet-Up in LA: Photographing the LA River with Peter Bennett (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Explore the rich narratives of the LA River in this immersive Meet-Up in LA class, where participants will capture its diverse landscapes—from lush parks to vibrant murals—while enhancing their photography skills. This course combines hands-on exploration with online critiques, allowing visual storytellers to uncover the river's role as a vital cultural and ecological landmark in Los Angeles.
Meet-Up in LA: Photographing Downtown with Peter Bennett (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Join us in Downtown Los Angeles to explore its vibrant urban landscape through hands-on photography excursions and engaging online critiques, all designed to enhance your storytelling skills
This workshop explores the evolution of street photography post-1980s, examining how digital technology and diverse contemporary voices are reshaping the genre. Participants will investigate new ideas about content, power, and representation while learning from photographers who challenge traditional notions of street photography.
The Photographer’s Eye with Thomas Alleman (Online Learning – Six Sessions)
Through lectures and discussions, exercises and assignments, this class will explore the specifics of camera vision in such areas as motion, time and focus.
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Join us for an immersive photography experience at El Matador State Beach, where the breathtaking sea caves and dramatic rock formations provide a stunning backdrop for visual storytelling. This class invites photographers of all levels to capture the unique interplay of light and landscape, enhancing their skills in composition and narrative in a tranquil coastal setting.