Looking for quick info on when classes and courses will run?

Here it is! Below, you'll find a list of the courses and classes that are currently have scheduled. This way, you can see at a glance what is happening and when it will happen. We provided links to find detailed information about the content of each class, telling you exactly what to expect and what you'll need if you want to participate.

Foundations

Professional

Mastery

Intro

Want to learn more about your camera and how to use it? Demystify your DSLR and unleash your inner photographer with Photography 1:

Thursday nights, 6:30-8:30 PM, online via Zoom, or in person at our Amherst location

July 27th, 2023 - Amherst, NH

September 14th, 2023 - Amherst, NH

Class 1: Introduction to camera systems

Class 2: The shutter and how to control blurring

Class 3: The aperture and how to control fuzziness

Class 4: Exposure, ISO and composition

Class 5: Lighting and white-balance

Class 6: Bringing it all together

July 27th, 2023

August 3rd, 2023

August 10th, 2023

August 17th, 2023

August 24th, 2023

August 31st, 2023

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

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Class 1: Introduction to camera systems

Class 2: The shutter and how to control blurring

Class 3: The aperture and how to control fuzziness

Class 4: Exposure, ISO and composition

Class 5: Lighting and white-balance

Class 6: Bringing it all together

September 14th, 2023

September 21st, 2023

September 28th, 2023

October 5th, 2023

October 12th, 2023

October 19th, 2023

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

Explore the artistic aspects of photography.

8 weeks course on Wednesday nights from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

September 6th, 2023

March 13th, 2024

Class 1: Comprehensive review/What makes a winning photo

Class 2: The elements of visual design

Class 3: The principles of visual design

Class 4: Advanced lighting and exposure techniques

Class 5: Field trip!

Class 6: Project presentation and selecting images

Class 7: Exploring the art of Landscape Photography

Class 8: Exploring the art of Portrait Photography

 

September 6th, 2023

September 13th, 2023

September 20th, 2023

September 27th, 2023

October 4th, 2023

October 11th, 2023

October 18th, 2023

October 25th, 2023

 

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

Class 1: Comprehensive review/What makes a winning photo

Class 2: The elements of visual design

Class 3: The principles of visual design

Class 4: Advanced lighting and exposure techniques

Class 5: Field trip!

Class 6: Project presentation and selecting images

Class 7: Matting and titling

Class 8: Framing and getting ready for the Art Gallery Show

March 13th, 2024

March 20th, 2024

March 27th, 2024

April 3rd, 2024

April 10th, 2024

April 17th, 2024

April 24th, 2024

May 1st, 2024

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

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Build on your technical and artistic skills to become a truly accomplished photographer.

8 weeks course on Tuesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

 

Class 1: Recap of the Basics and Photography 2

Class 2: Flash Photography and Intro to Studio Lighting

Class 3: Directing and Posing Subjects

Class 4: Setting Up Your Workflow

Class 5: Using Lightroom to Select and Edit Images

Class 6: Introduction to Photoshop

Class 7: Business Overview

Class 8: Graduation Night and Student Showcase Slideshow

September 26th, 2023

October 3rd, 2023

October 10th, 2023

October 17th, 2023

October 24th, 2023

October 31st, 2023

November 7th, 2023

November 14th, 2023

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

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If you've ever been frustrated by photo organization or photo editing, this is the course for you. We'll take you from getting your photos off your SD card all the way to exporting them to share and print, including how to edit them in Lightroom.

 6 week course on Wednesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM.

Class 1: Recap of Basic Computer Skills

Class 2: Setting Up Your Workflow

Class 3: Field Trip!

Class 4: Importing, Rating and Tagging Using Lightroom

Class 5: Adjusting Your Photos in Lightroom

Class 6: Exporting Your Photos and Graduation Night

November 1st, 2023

November 8th, 2023

November 15th, 2023

November 29th, 2023

December 6th, 2023

December 13th, 2023

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

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     Course C1MAC5 - Photo Editing 2

Foundations

Build on your technical and artistic skills to become a truly accomplished photographer.

7 weeks course on Tuesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

 

Class 1: Recap of Editing Basics

Class 2: Introduction to Lightroom and Photoshop

Class 3: Field Trip!

Class 4: Importing and Adjusting Your Photos Using Adobe Lightroom

Class 5: The Lightroom Development Panel: A Closer Look

Class 6: Basic Photo Editing Techniques in Photoshop, Part 1

Class 7: Basic Photo Editing Techniques in Photoshop, Part 2

January 9th, 2024

January 16th, 2024

January 23rd, 2024

January 30th, 2024

February 6th, 2024

February 13th, 2024

February 20th, 2024

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

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     Course C1MAC6 - Photo Editing 3

Foundations

Build on your technical and artistic skills to become a truly accomplished photographer.

8 weeks course on Tuesdays from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

 

Class 1: Recap of the Basic and Photo Editing 2 Skills

Class 2: Setting Up Your Workflow for Tethered Shooting

Class 3: Tethered Studio Session

Class 4: Adjusting Your Photos Using Adobe Lightroom

Class 5: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 1

Class 6: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 2

Class 7: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 3

Class 8: Advanced Photo Editing in Adobe Photo Photoshop, part 4

February 27th, 2024

March 5th, 2024

March 12th, 2024

March 19th, 2024

March 26th, 2024

April 2nd, 2024

April 9th, 2024

April 16th, 2024

Class schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

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Our hands-on photography workshops are a great way to learn about photography on an ongoing basis. While each workshop is self contained, some build on each other. Workshops are included with the Photo Explorers membership. Check the details.

Saturday mornings from 10am to 12pm

January 20th, 2024

February 17th, 2024

March 23rd, 2024

April 20th, 2024

May 18th, 2024

June 8th, 2024

July 20th, 2024

August 19th, 2023

September 16th, 2023

October 21st, 2023

November 18th, 2023

December 16th, 2023

Workshop schedule subject to change. Please call or email us to verify.

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Membership program where we pair an on-location shoot with a classroom session.

Photo shoots are most often held on Sundays and usually start at 9am on location

Tweak & Toast sessions are held Monday nights starting at 6:30pm

Date

January 7th, 2024

February 4th, 2024

March 3rd, 2024

April 14th, 2024

May 5th, 2024

June 2nd, 2024

July 14th, 2024

August 4th, 2024

September 10th, 2023

October 8th, 2023

November 5th, 2023

December 3rd, 2023

Destination

Let's Stay Warm

Island in the Stream

Fishies

The Butterfly Place

Botanical Gardens

What a Zoo

Lush & Local

Something Green

Sunrise

Fall Colors

Ocean Shore

On the Rocks

Tweak and Toast session at C1M

January 22nd, 2024

February 19th, 2024

March 18th, 2024

April 22nd, 2024

May 20th, 2024

June 17th, 2024

July 22nd, 2024

August 19th, 2024

September 25th, 2023

October 23rd, 2023

November 20th, 2023

December 11th, 2023

Destinations listed above are suggestions. The actual destination will be voted on by participants at the previous shoot's Tweak and Toast session.
What can I say? The world is run by the people who show up.

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Each day's session will run 9AM to 12 PM, with ample time to review your knowledge and to ask questions. During the second half of Sunday's session, the certification test will be administered. Providing that you pass - which we have faith you will - you will leave with your Professional Certification.

What do you think would happen if you'd have your own personal photography coach? You do not have to wonder any longer. Personal Success Plan coaching is now available. Scheduled at your convenience; please call to book your sessions.

Get some quick hits of information to put you on the path to better controlling your camera.

3 weeks course on Thursday nights from 6:30pm to 8:00pm - online via Zoom or in person at our Amherst location

Class 1: Camera systems and exposure modes

Class 2: Focusing and shutter speeds

Class 3: Lenses and the aperture

September 14th, 2023

September 21st, 2023

September 28th, 2023

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Whether you just got a digital camera and have some basic questions, or you're thinking about getting one and want some pointers, we can help. This class will let you dip your toes into the world of digital photography without having to commit to diving into the deep end of the pool just yet.

Usually on a Saturday morning from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Dates:

This is an irregularly scheduled class. Please visit the class page to see when then next class will run.

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Learn how to organize, improve and store your photos using Adobe Photoshop Lightroom at home and on your own schedule.

There are 6 video series. Each contains between 7 and 10 short videos of between 3 and 10 minutes that address different aspects of Adobe Lightroom. Purchase one series, all six, or any number in between.

Start date: Whenever you are ready to begin.

Series 1: Introduction to Lightroom

Series 2: Organizing Your Photo Shoots in Lightroom

Series 3: Organizing Your Photo Shoots in Lightroom

Series 4: Editing Your Photos Using Lightroom

Series 5: Photo Editing 3

Series 6: Exporting and Sharing Your Photos From Lightroom

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603.673.8200

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