Chinatown Evening Stroll – August 8
Experience the vibrant energy of Los Angeles after dark with a guided photography evening stroll through Chinatown. As the sun sets, the neighborhood comes alive with glowing lanterns, neon signs, rich colors, and dynamic street scenes. Perfect for capturing mood, light, and storytelling. This workshop-style photo walk is ideal for beginners and intermediate photographers looking to improve low-light techniques, composition, and street photography skills while exploring one of LA’s most culturally rich neighborhoods.
San Pedro Point Fermin Lighthouse & Korean Bell – July 11
Capture the beauty of coastal Los Angeles in this immersive photography workshop, where students will explore iconic locations like the Point Fermin Lighthouse with sweeping ocean views and dramatic natural light. From there, the group will visit the historic Korean Bell of Friendship, offering stunning cultural architecture and panoramic coastal backdrops, before finishing at a nearby basketball court for creative urban compositions. This experience blends landscape, architectural, and street photography, giving students the opportunity to sharpen their skills while capturing diverse and visually striking scenes.
Echo Park Los Angeles – Night of Reflections – May 2
There is so much photography to explore in the jewel of Los Angeles. Echo Park. Street photography, Nature, Swan Boats, Fountains. And when the sun goes down, DTLA’s golden reflections will give you chills. Bring your tripod for some amazing night photography as well.
Please be sure to arrive 10-15 minutes early. Class will begin promptly.
Venice Beach – October 18
Strolling along Venice Beach, you can encounter local artists selling their paintings, skateboarders practicing new moves, and musclemen showing off their guns. Join your DPA instructor to photograph and enjoy the thrills and intriguing characters that Venice Beach has to offer. Shooting in such a diverse area full of nature and culture creates a host of possibilities to create breath-taking images. As you photograph alongside a professional photographer, they will share new techniques to capture skateboarders in motion, accentuate the colors of the water, and find new angles to experiment with street photography.
Echo Park Los Angeles – Night of Reflections – September 14
There is so much photography to explore in the jewel of Los Angeles. Echo Park. Street photography, Nature, Swan Boats, Fountains. And when the sun goes down, DTLA’s golden reflections will give you chills. Bring your tripod for some amazing night photography as well.
Please be sure to arrive 10-15 minutes early. Class will begin promptly.
Long Beach Sunset Shoot – June 20
Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanical Gardens – November 8
Learn to capture the beauty of the natural world at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. This workshop will teach you the basics of landscape photography, including composition, exposure, and focus. You will also learn how to use your camera’s settings to capture stunning images of the plants, flowers, and trees at the Arboretum. The workshop is limited to 8 participants.
Los Angeles Union Station – November 8
Step into the architectural heart of Los Angeles with our Union Station Photography Workshop. This immersive session explores the station’s grand Art Deco and Mission Revival details—gleaming brass, sweeping arches, and shafts of golden light that filter through historic windows. You’ll learn how to compose dynamic shots that balance geometry, motion, and atmosphere, capturing both the energy of travelers and the quiet elegance of the space. As the light shifts through the day, we’ll move from the bustling concourse to the outdoor courtyards, ending with dusk shots that showcase the station’s glowing façade against the evening sky—a perfect blend of urban history and photographic artistry.
Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanical Gardens – June 14
Learn to capture the beauty of the natural world at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. This workshop will teach you the basics of landscape photography, including composition, exposure, and focus. You will also learn how to use your camera’s settings to capture stunning images of the plants, flowers, and trees at the Arboretum. The workshop is limited to 8 participants.
Manhattan Beach Sunset – April 11
Join us for an immersive photography workshop at the picturesque Manhattan Beach, CA, where we will delve into the art of composition. Our experienced instructors will guide you through understanding your camera’s settings, exploring new compositional techniques, and using filters to enhance your photographic skills. The workshop promises a unique opportunity to refine your eye for composition against the stunning backdrop of Manhattan Beach. As the day unfolds, we invite you to capture the magic of “Pierhenge,” a phenomenon where the sunset aligns perfectly with the opening between the pier, offering an extraordinary visual spectacle. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your photography skills while basking in the beauty of a mesmerizing sunset at the iconic Manhattan Beach Pier. Secure your spot now for an unforgettable photography experience!
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