Photography Learning Opportunities
We offer a variety of photography learning options for all knowledge and skill levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Choose your preferred learning format: in-person, via Zoom, in a traditional community college classroom, personalized one-to-one instruction, or a small group environment.
Browse the categories. We are regularly adding new classes and course dates. Please Contact Us if you are interested in a course but don’t see a specific date or time. We are very flexible.
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Private & Small Group Learning
Private lessons & small group classes for beginners, intermediates, and advanced photographers.
Night Sky Course $275
Learn how to conceptualize, plan, and execute a night sky photo outing. The course consists of 6 hours of Zoom content plus two night field experiences.
Zoom sessions July 8, 9, 10, & 16, 2026.
Field Sessions: July 12 & 13, 2026.
Alternate Field Sessions: July 14 & 15, 2026, if needed
Learn More & Reserve Your Seat
Lightroom Editing Zoom Course $225
Designed for beginners and intermediate users. Eight sessions with 12 hrs of content.
August / September 2026
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Sept 14, 21, & 28.
Weekly Zoom Sessions, Mondays, 5 pm to 6:30 pm, PST
Reserve your seat. No deposit required.
October 2026
October 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, & 29.
Twice a Week Zoom, Mondays & Thursdays, 5 pm to 6:30 pm, PST
Reserve your seat. No deposit required.
Other courses we offer.
* Camera Orientation, Operation & Exposure Skills
* File Organization & Management
* Basic Photo Editing
* Advanced Photo Editing
* Creative Editing Techniques
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Coaching, Mentoring, & Advanced Photography Courses
Photography coaching, mentoring, and advanced courses for committed photo enthusiasts.
The Guild Group Coaching Service
The Photographer’s Guild is a small-group coaching service. Learn, share, and grow as part of a group. Learn More.
Personalize Coaching & Mentoring Service
If you believe in yourself and you’re looking for a personal coach or mentor, consider this program.
Expect a structured, yet flexible and open, dialogue process. Your interests and goals drive the program and coaching content. Learn more.
Advanced Concept Photography $599
Expressive Photography Course
If you are ready to move beyond traditional objective image making, consider this course. This course is all about exploring and experimenting.
Course topics will include: creative photography philosophy and concepts; intermediate and advanced field skills (in-camera movement, multiple exposures, burst mode); editing techniques (image layering & blending, aesthetic techniques); active weekly assignments; and student sharing.
This course will combine Zoom and in-person field sessions.
The 8-week course includes weekly Zoom sessions and four in-field technique practice sessions. The course will be limited to 8 students.
September-October, 2026
Zoom Sessions: Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, & 21. 5 pm to 6:30 pm PST.
Field Sessions: Saturdays, September 5, 12, 19, & 26. A combination of mornings and evening sessions.
Students must have strong knowledge and skills in the following areas: camera operations, field photo exposure, and a basic-to-intermediate working knowledge of Lightroom and Photoshop.
For a detailed course description and curriculum, Contact Us. We would be happy to send you the information.
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Small Group Field Workshops
Have a group of three to five photo enthusiasts looking to create a half-day or full-day photo workshop? We would love to help you make it happen. We can help design a workshop to meet goals. All levels are welcome. Contact Us. We’ll discuss the who, what, and where.
Minimum: 3 photographers
Maximum: 5 photographers
5-hour local workshops: $500 per person
8-hour local workshops: $700 per person.
Multi-day workshops: Call for quote
All workshops are custom-designed to meet your interests, knowledge, and skill level. Contact Us. No charge or obligation for the call! Here are a few ideas.
* A full or half-day waterfall tour.
* A sunrise or sunset workshop at Smith Rock State Park, Sparks Lake, or McKenzie Pass.
Two or three-day workshops are not out of the question. For example, two days in the Columbia River Gorge or three days on the Oregon Coast. If you can dream it, we can make it happen. Call for a quote.
Contact us for details. Call: 480-204-3109. Or, email Contact Us.
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Personalized Workshops & Adventure Tours
Limited to one or two people. Build a custom one-of-a-kind photo experience designed to advance your photography aspirations. Your specific interests, knowledge, and skill level drive the program. We can help you achieve your next-level photography aspirations and goals!
8-hour sessions: $995.
5-hour sessions $599.
Contact Us to learn more and to schedule your custom workshop.
Here are some Ideas:
Snowshoe to Todd Lake for sunrise.
Hike Tumalo Mountain for a sunrise or sunset session.
A Smith Rock State Park, Misery Ridge uphill hike for a high, wide Cascade Mountains sunrise view.
A 5-hour night sky session at Sparks Lake, John Day Painted Hills National Monument, or McKenzie Pass.
Have you got another idea? We’re all ears! Contact us with your idea. We can make almost anything happen!
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Traditional College Courses
If you prefer a more traditional learning experience, consider taking a non-credit photography course at a community college. I teach group photography courses at Central Oregon Community College (COCC) in Bend, Oregon.
Upcoming Courses
None currently scheduled.