Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.
Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations across the region.
New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month.
And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!
Join the Charlotte Photography Facebook Group to share your photos after the session.
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
* Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Use a flexed elbow or a tissue; if you use a tissue, dispose of it immediately and appropriately.
Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!
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Saturday the 26th of September 2020
High Dynamic Range Photography (HDR) - US White Water Center - 10am - 2 Hours
In this class we will be learning about HRD photography with a focus on how to used it in landscape photography. We will learn what HDR means as well as how to make an HRD image.
This is an intermediate level class but all are welcome to attend.
This is an intermediate level class but all are welcome to attend.
$35pp 10 places left
or Buy a Voucher as a gift
New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month.
And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!
Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.
What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!
The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.
Join the Charlotte Photography Facebook Group to share your photos after the session.
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
Stay home if you're sick.
Keep 6 feet away from others.
Don't make unnecessary physical contact with others. Avoid physical greetings, such as handshakes, hugs and kisses.
Wash your hands regularly with alcohol-based sanitizer.
Subscribe to the Charlotte Photography Club to find out about upcoming events
Upcoming Dates
Bookings close 2 hours prior
Saturday the 26th of September 2020
High Dynamic Range Photography (HDR) - US White Water Center - 10am - 2 Hours
In this class we will be learning about HRD photography with a focus on how to used it in landscape photography. We will learn what HDR means as well as how to make an HRD image.
This is an intermediate level class but all are welcome to attend.
This is an intermediate level class but all are welcome to attend.
$35pp 10 places left
Saturday the 3rd of October 2020
Old School Film Challenge - Gastonia - 3pm - 2 hours
Get ready to challenge yourself by throwing yourself back to the film era and only shooting 36 frames at a time. We will be covering our LCD screens and going back in time to push ourselves to think before we push the shutter button.
$35pp 12 places left
Saturday the 3rd of October 2020
Full Moon Shoot - 40 Acre Rock Heritage Preserve - 10pm - 2 hours
Ready to learn how to get those sharp and clear photos of the moon? Come learn how to prepare and plan to shoot the moon. Bring your best tripod, warm clothing, torch and get ready to have some late night fun by the light of the full moon!
$35pp 12 places left
Saturday the 10th of October 2020
Beginners Guide to Photography Class - Freedom Park - 9 am - 3 Hours
Looking to improve your photography? Our Beginners Class is a great place to start. This 3 hour session is a photo walk that will have you weaned off of Auto mode, and transforming your everyday snaps into professional-looking shots.
$69pp only 1 place left
Saturday the 10th of October 2020
Fall in the Mountains - Linn Cove Visitor Center - 6pm - 2 hours
Come learn how to prepare and plan for the fall colors in the Smokey Mountains on this evening shoot. We will get iconic pictures of the Linn Cove Viaduct.
You'll learn about color settings, exposure and shutter techniques to give you the best Fall photos in the land with our talented Instructor!
You'll learn about color settings, exposure and shutter techniques to give you the best Fall photos in the land with our talented Instructor!
$35pp 12 places left
Saturday the 17th of October 2020
Fall Waterfall Shoots - Linville Falls - 6am - 2 hours
Come capture one of the premiere waterfalls on the East Coast during the Fall season. We will go into how to shoot water for the best look.
Also discuss how to deal with crowds and tourists in sights like this.
Also discuss how to deal with crowds and tourists in sights like this.
$35pp 11 places left
Saturday the 24th of October 2020
Black & White Photography - Noda CLT - 10am - 2 hours
Black & White can be an interesting way to strip back your photography and focus on the basics. Photography is simply playing with light, so we’ll be getting creative with monochrome images and exploring ways to improve.
$35pp 8 places left
Saturday the 14th of November 2020
Beginners Guide to Photography Class - Freedom Park - 9 am - 3 Hours
Looking to improve your photography? Our Beginners Class is a great place to start. This 3 hour session is a photo walk that will have you weaned off of Auto mode, and transforming your everyday snaps into professional-looking shots.
$69pp only 4 places left
Refund Policy: Full refunds given with 5 days notice. Dates can be changed with 3 days notice.
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Reviews
4.9/5 from 19 reviews
It met the stated objectives. Got practical training and experience in this type of photography in an interesting area. It helped me to see bigger pattern elements than I was used to thinking or seeing.
5/5 by kevin berning
20-9-2020
5/5 by kevin berning
20-9-2020
5/5 by Lisa Breidenbach
5-9-2020
The sunset event was excellent, I was able to learn and find some great spots to shoot that I otherwise wouldn't have found easily.
5/5 by Jason B Greene
24-8-2020
5/5 by Jason B Greene
24-8-2020
It was very helpful
4/5 by Krunal
23-8-2020
4/5 by Krunal
23-8-2020
This was great. Scott has a lot of knowledge and I appreciate the time and effort to put this on.I loved the live set up with models and learning how to assist other photographers helped me know what I need in Ana assistant. The models were awesome.
5/5 by Ron Fesmire
28-6-2020
5/5 by Ron Fesmire
28-6-2020
Beginners photography session was good and very helpful.
I got to learn many things from this session and have confidence now
using my camera in manual mode.
Scott was very cool and answered all my questions. Thanks Scott!
5/5 by NAVEEN PATLOLLA
9-2-2020
5/5 by NAVEEN PATLOLLA
9-2-2020
Scott was wonderful. We had time to shoot and time to chat. He was very willing to answer our questions and give us a little individual time as time allowed. Very professional and upbeat.
5/5 by Meetup - Leslie
23-11-2019
5/5 by Meetup - Leslie
23-11-2019
I learned a lot, and the photo time was challenging. Meeting other photographers and seeing their work was encouraging.
5/5 by Neil McGuire
23-11-2019
5/5 by Neil McGuire
23-11-2019
It was a great event, nice people attended and it was a great learning opportunity.
5/5 by Jason B Greene
26-10-2019
5/5 by Jason B Greene
26-10-2019
Really enjoyed Scott's class. It was educational and fun!
Chris T.
5/5 by Chris Thornton
27-9-2019
5/5 by Chris Thornton
27-9-2019
This was great. Scott has a lot of knowledge and I appreciate the time and effort to put this on.I loved the live set up with models and learning how to assist other photographers helped me know what I need in Ana assistant. The models were awesome.
5/5 by Ron Fesmire
22-7-2019
5/5 by Ron Fesmire
22-7-2019
It was really good. Scott knew his stuff, and I learned enough to inspire me to go home and practice.
5/5 by Phil Brooks
6-7-2019
5/5 by Phil Brooks
6-7-2019
I enjoyed the photography knowledge of Scott today. Very easy to relate to.
5/5 by Jacob Sullivan
23-6-2019
5/5 by Jacob Sullivan
23-6-2019
Lots of fun. I am learning more parts of Charlotte from these meetups than any other way. Finding so many spots and interesting things to shoot. Always tips I can use real time.
5/5 by Mark Ciarrocchi
27-5-2019
5/5 by Mark Ciarrocchi
27-5-2019
Very informative
5/5 by Keionda Sanders
26-5-2019
5/5 by Keionda Sanders
26-5-2019
I like that it was not over crowded. Scott was able to give my son great tips.
4/5 by Kahlil stokes
20-5-2019
4/5 by Kahlil stokes
20-5-2019
It was a lot of fun.
5/5 by Jerry Spearman
12-5-2019
5/5 by Jerry Spearman
12-5-2019
It was very enjoyable. Scott is a great host sharing his experience with us.
5/5 by Jacob Sullivan
5-1-2019
5/5 by Jacob Sullivan
5-1-2019
Scott was a great leader. Responsive to questions. Was well prepared.
5/5 by larry schindel
5-1-2019
5/5 by larry schindel
5-1-2019