Nature Photography Classes
Chicago
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Intermediate Digital Photography
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Take your digital photography skills to the next level as you explore advanced techniques and creative approaches at Chicago Botanic Garden. Enhance your photos with lead lines, manual focus, and precise aperture settings to achieve impressive and artistic images. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or consent of the instructor.
Nov 14th
9am–12pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$437
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Sat. Nov 14th, 9am–12pm CT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
Autumn Photography at Volo Bog
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 28478 Brandenburg Rd, Illinois City, IL
Explore the enchanting beauty of Volo Bog and capture stunning images of nature's vibrant palette in this immersive photography course. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the 47-acre floating mat of sphagnum moss, cattails, and sedges, and unveil the hidden gems of the season. Join us and unleash your creativity amidst the splendor of autumn.
Thu. Nov 5th, 9am–3pm CT
(6 hours)
Nature and Landscape Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Capture the beauty of the natural world through expert guidance in composition, lighting, and camera methods. Learn how to put together striking landscape and nature photographs that spotlight detail, depth, and atmosphere. Build the skills to confidently photograph any environment and lift your visual storytelling.
All levels
18 and older
The Art of Flower Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Capture the beauty and distinctiveness of flowers through expert guidance on composition, lighting, and method. Learn how to spotlight textures, colors, and forms while minimizing distractions so you can put together striking, memorable images. Grow the skills to photograph flowers creatively, from single blooms to full fields, with confidence.
All levels
18 and older
Environmental Portrait Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how to put together compelling environmental portraits in any setting by locking in on-location lighting, composition, and planning. Look at methods for shaping natural and studio light so you can lift portraits in challenging conditions. Sharpen your images through post-processing and pull in insight on building a polished portfolio for editorial and commercial work.
All levels
18 and older
Landscape Photography: Start to Finish (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Lock in the craft of capturing breathtaking landscapes through expert guidance in composition, lighting, and post-processing. Pick up how to plan shoots, choose the right gear, and lift your images through Lightroom® and Photoshop® so you can put together striking, display-worthy photographs of the great outdoors.
All levels
18 and older
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Photograph Great Gardens of Chicago and Environs
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to visit and photograph five magnificent gardens in and around Chicago at the height of the summer bloom during this intensive five-day flower and garden workshop led by master photographer Allen Rokach. Rokach will guide participants to the limitless possibilities of digital photography in a garden setting, focusing on the particular strengths of each location: spectacular specialty gardens of the Chicago...
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Photography: Nature's Shades of Green
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Discover the diverse shades of green in nature and learn how to capture their subtle variations. This class will teach you how to enhance your images with contrast, light, texture, and moisture, while refining your skills in photographing nature's most abundant color. Perfect for photographers with DSLR or mirrorless cameras looking to elevate their work.
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Documenting Nature in Photography
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Uncover the practices behind capturing the essence of nature through photography. Learn about composition, storytelling, and techniques for documenting the ever-changing seasons. Discover the camera's perspective and develop your unique visual narrative.
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Digital Perspectives on Fall Color
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL
Discover how to capture the brilliance of fall color! Celebrated photographer Allen Rokach will share his expertise creating exciting images and will explain how to expand your photographic horizons by developing an artistic vision. Learn to improve your images, including the use of after-capture techniques that can help you transform competent images into truly great ones. Lunch is on your own. Digital cameras and laptops for the...
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Photographing Nature: State Parks
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Illinois state parks, from the woodlands of the Chicago Botanic Garden to the diverse habitats of Illinois Beach State Park. Capture the unique flora, including black oak forests and cacti, and practice photographing over 200 bird species at Moraine Hills State Park. Enhance your skills and receive expert critique to refine your nature photography techniques.
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Exploring Hidden Gems with Cameras
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Discover hidden photographic treasures within the Garden's secluded corners. Venture off the beaten path to capture unique images seldom seen by visitors. This exclusive opportunity is tailored for DSLR camera enthusiasts with prerequisite knowledge in digital photography.
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Nature & Landscape Portfolio A
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Learn the design techniques used by top nature and landscape photographers in this intermediate-level course. Practice with weekly exercises and create your own professional portfolio that's exhibition-worthy. Mandatory use of digital SLR or mirrorless cameras.
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Photographing Trees in Autumn Color
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Capture the vibrant beauty of autumn as you learn to master your camera and photograph the stunning colors of deciduous and evergreen trees. This course will teach you techniques to enhance the texture and pattern of evergreens and capture the changing colors of deciduous trees up close. Students with a working knowledge of DSLR or mirrorless cameras are welcome.
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Winter in Black & White Photography
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
The winter season presents a wealth of light and shadows, a perfect opportunity to capture them in the added drama of black and white photography. Topics will include appropriate filters and metering patterns for reflected light. Class limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras.
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Photographing Orchids
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, Chicago, IL
Master the art of capturing stunning close-up images of orchids with photographer Jack Carlson at the renowned Orchid Show. Explore macro photography techniques including focus, lighting, composition, and background. Join us for hands-on shooting sessions before hours and receive valuable feedback on your images.
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Macro Photography: Orchids Up-close
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Explore the mesmerizing world of orchids through the art of macro photography. Learn advanced techniques in aspect ratios, subject placement, macro focusing, and lighting as you capture stunning close-up images in extraordinary detail. An immersive, skill-building experience held at the renowned Chicago Botanic Garden.
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Photographing Signs of Spring
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Spring's arrival often goes unnoticed in its quiet and gradual appearance. In this course, you will master the optimal camera settings and lens configurations for photographing the subtle indicators of seasonal change. You'll practice identifying compositional approaches that best showcase emerging details such as delicate buds and fresh vegetation growth. Plan to dress appropriately for outdoor weather conditions. Course Requirements: Previous...
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Photograph Hidden Gems of the Garden
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Visit special areas of the Garden for unique photographic opportunities in places off the beaten path. This is an opportunity to capture images not often seen by Garden visitors. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or equivalent knowledge and skill. Class limited to DSLR cameras.
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Photographing Winter Sunsets
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL
While sunrise offers a dramatic photo opportunity, winter sunrise combined with snow and early morning light presents particular photographic challenges. Learn how to compose and meter for these unique light levels. Note: The Schools CEUs= 6 hours
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Reviews for Nature Photography Classes in Chicago
Nature Photography Classes in Chicago are rated 5.0 stars based on 3 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Beginning Digital Photography
Exceptional! The instructor was inspiring and being in the Chicago Botanic Gardens was inspiring and a perfect setting to hone my photo skills. I highly recommend this course and I will be taking the intermediate. -
Photographing Winter Sunsets
Excellent instructor with Jack Carlson made this class great!
