Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 01 February
Rosa L Parks Blvd - 1pm - 3 Hours
Crystal Molina
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography
Saturday 22 February
Downtown Nashville - 1pm - 2 Hours
Crystal Molina
Learn to use intentional motion blur to enhance your photography. We will cover a range of blurring techniques including long exposures, panning and intentional camera movement for artistic purposes. Not all blurry photos are accidents!
Knowing how to control the blur can help lead you to new creative opportunities, expanding your photographic possibilities.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 08 March
Rosa L Parks Blvd - 1pm - 3 Hours
Crystal Molina
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Natural Light Portraits
Saturday 29 March
Rosa L Parks Blvd - 1pm - 2 Hours
Crystal Molina
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones. A model is present during the session.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 19 April
Rosa L Parks Blvd - 1pm - 3 Hours
Crystal Molina
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Street Photography
Saturday 28 December
W Vine St - 10am - 2 Hours
Bobbi-Lee Peoples
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 11 January
W Main St, Lebanon - 10am - 2 Hours
Bobbi-Lee Peoples
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance
As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
The Basics of Photoshop
Saturday 25 January
W Vine St - 10am - 3 Hours
Phillip Lacy
Join us as we go over the quick tip basics of photoshop; Including, creating a workspace, removing background/objects, blurred focus, color changing, and layers. We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 08 February
Lebanon, TN - 10am - 3 Hours
Phillip Lacy
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 08 March
Lebanon, TN - 10am - 2 Hours
Phillip Lacy
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Shooting in Manual Mode
Saturday 05 April
Lebanon, TN - 10am - 2 Hours
Phillip Lacy
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
Printmaking: Introduction to Collagraphs
Saturday 18 January
Midtown - 10am - 2 Hours
Madison Pantuso
Collagraphy is a fun printmaking technique that anyone can learn and enjoy. This class will go over the basics and assist students in creating their own collagraphs to be used for making their own prints.
Observational Drawing with Color Pencils
Saturday 08 February
Germantown - 10am - 2 Hours
Madison Pantuso
Join us for a relaxing and inspiring art class focused on observational drawing with colored pencils. Perfect for adults looking to enhance their drawing skills, we will take inspiration from the beautiful architecture and serene park around us. Whether you're a beginner or more experienced, this session offers the chance to explore color, perspective, and texture in a supportive, creative environment. All levels welcome!
Birds with Watercolor and Gouache
Saturday 08 March
East Nashville - 10am - 2 Hours
Madison Pantuso
Join us for a class focused on painting birds! Guided by an artist passionate about avian art, you'll explore techniques with watercolor and gouache to capture their beauty and detail. Perfect for all skill levels!
Figure Gesture Drawing
Saturday 05 April
Midtown - 10am - 2 Hours
Madison Pantuso
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the essence and movement of the human figure through gesture drawing.Our instructor will guide you through the process of simplifying the figure, finding simple shapes, and working quickly. We will explore a variety of materials and discuss the benefits to each.
