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Fridays, January 22, February 5, and February 19, 2027
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Member: $100
Non-Member: $150

Introduction to Nature Photography Series

Love capturing the beauty of the great outdoors? Join us for our Introduction to Nature Photography Series, a three-part, beginner-friendly experience combining photography instruction with hands-on practice in the beautiful surroundings of McKee Botanical Garden.

This series is designed for beginners and those looking to strengthen their foundational photography skills. No prior photography experience is required. Whether you're picking up a digital camera for the first time or want to better understand your camera's settings, you'll learn the fundamentals of exposure, composition, and lighting while developing your skills through guided practice in the garden.

Digital cameras will be provided, or you're welcome to bring your own!

Learn. Explore. Practice. Capture.

Class 1: Understanding Your Camera and Exposure

Friday, January 22

Learn the fundamentals of digital photography, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO, and an introduction to reading the histogram. Build a foundation for understanding your camera and how its settings affect your photographs.

Class 2: Composition and Lighting

Friday, February 5

Discover how composition and lighting influence your photographs. Head into the garden to practice these techniques and learn how to capture the beauty of the natural world.

Class 3: Practice and Capture

Friday, February 19

Put your new skills to work during a hands-on photography session in the garden. Explore the landscapes and plant life, capture what inspires you, and finish the series by reviewing the photographs you've taken.

Connect with fellow nature and photography enthusiasts, discover new ways to see the natural world, and build confidence in your photography skills.

We can't wait to see nature through your lens!