WASHINGTON
DC
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 11 May
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 3 Hours
Noah Gomes
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 25 May
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 2 Hours
Noah Gomes
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practiced skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 08 June
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 3 Hours
Noah Gomes
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Sunday 22 June
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 2 Hours
Noah Gomes
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 06 July
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 3 Hours
Noah Gomes
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Sunday 20 July
Bethesda Ave - 1pm - 2 Hours
Noah Gomes
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$47      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 03 August
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 3 Hours
Noah Gomes
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Sunday 17 August
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 2 Hours
Noah Gomes
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 31 August
Glenallan Ave - 1pm - 3 Hours
Noah Gomes
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Nearby Photography Groups

Colors of Spring Photography

Colors of Spring Photography

Sunday 06 April
E Baltimore St, Baltimore - 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
Spring photography is a beautiful way to capture the renewal of life that comes with the arrival of spring.

Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We'll be looking at composition, focus and colour in this Spring season!
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$47      
Street Photography Meetup

Street Photography Meetup

Sunday 20 April
Druid Hill Park - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 03 May
E Baltimore St, Baltimore - 10am - 3 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Natural Light Portraits Meetup

Natural Light Portraits Meetup

Sunday 18 May
E Baltimore St, Baltimore - 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.

Note: Bring a friend or a family member as your model.
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$47      
Using Light & Shadow in Photography Meetup

Using Light & Shadow in Photography Meetup

Sunday 01 June
E Baltimore St, Baltimore - 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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$47      
Shallow Depth of Field

Shallow Depth of Field

Sunday 15 June
E Baltimore St, Baltimore - 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance.

We will cover topics such as using a shallow depth of field to create a mood, blurring out distracting backgrounds, and how to use a shallow depth of field to give a bokeh effect behind our subjects to make them pop.
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$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Abstract Landscape Painting

Abstract Landscape Painting

Saturday 29 March
Savage - 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Watercolor Group
Marko Hanna
Get ready to dive into the world of watercolors and explore the beauty of abstract landscapes. Our talented instructor will guide you through various techniques, helping you blend colors and create mesmerizing scenes that reflect your inner artist. All skill levels are welcome!
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$47      
Landscape Painting with Watercolor Meetup

Landscape Painting with Watercolor Meetup

Sunday 30 March
Druid Hill Park - 11am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Art Group
Brooke Pittana
Start your morning with brushes in hand and fresh air all around. Join us at Druid Hill Park this February for a relaxing landscape painting meetup with watercolors. Feel free to bring any other painting medium of your choice. It's the perfect way to slow down, enjoy the outdoors, and let your creativity lead the way. This is a casual, no-pressure gathering for anyone interested in painting outdoors, whether you're a seasoned artist or just beginning your watercolor journey.
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$47      
ABOUT WASHINGTON
DC
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
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 in Washington DC .

  • 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 Washington DC Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop, Noah was a knowledgeable instructor, and the location was a great spot to find both natural and manmade subjects for abstract photography.
    5/5
    Paul Filios
    2025-02-26
    I learned techniques
    5/5
    Augustin
    2025-02-24
    I had a great time learning about photography in a casual, inviting atmosphere. The location was a great spot for class and our instructor used the location to his advantage in having us practice.
    5/5
    Christopher
    2024-10-08

    I really like how there's some directions, but we are still free to be creative.
    5/5
    William
    2024-07-29
    Overall, it was fun connecting with other photographers.
    4/5
    Anon
    2024-06-17
    The location was fantastic. Good company with great photography tips. I would recommend for those who wanting to improve their photography.
    5/5
    Edgardo
    2024-06-16

    I had an absolutely incredible experience with Noah during the Colors of Spring session. Noah?s interpersonal communication and creativity were evident from the moment we began the session, and the results exceeded my expectations.
    5/5
    Laiba
    2024-05-05
    Learning things and techniques.
    5/5
    Jun
    2024-03-03
    Noah was very knowledgeable and took time to connect with each member of the group. He has a great positive attitude and his passion for photography is evident.
    5/5
    Debbie
    2024-03-03

    I enjoyed the class, learned some techniques for capturing motion blur in photos
    5/5
    Lindel
    2023-08-10
    Andrew was knowledgable and flexible, but we were not shooting at a great time of day or in a prime motion blur location. He offered clear instructions with hands-on assistance, and he demonstrated in addition to observing. Very good combo. Nice small group with interesting participants.
    4/5
    Robyn
    2023-08-09
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Noah Gomes
    Noah Gomes is a nursing student in Washington, DC. On the side, he's a freelance photographer. For the past 6 years, I he has dabbled in street, animal, landscape, car, and stylistic photography. Professionally, he photographs night club events, pet, models, real estate, and simple events.

    Noah Gomes is available for private bookings

    I am available almost most weekends and Tuesdays. Once the semester ends I am free the entire time.

    PHOTOS
    Washington DC Photography Group
    2025-03-18
    Title or Location: Jefferson Street in SW Washington, DC
    Walking to my car I saw the bicycle with this little dog on it, and I was hoping to catch them once they crossed the light at 7th Street so I could get a better/closer shot of them. By the time they crossed the street, the dog had scooted back further in the seat so I missed capturing him. Lol.
    Credit: Sherri R. Thompson
    Instagram: sherrithompson2023

    Washington DC Photography Group
    2025-03-14
    Title or Location: Black Lives Matter Plaza, 16th Street NW, Washington, D.C.
    This photo was taken in front of 900 16th Street, NW in October of 2020, as part of a personal street photography essay exercise. In June of 2020, this portion of 16th Street was officially renamed Black Lives Matter Plaza by DC Mayor Muriel Bowser. As part of the redesignation, 35-foot letters spelling the words Black Lives Matter were painted in yellow on the street down the length of the block in front of the building shown in the background. You can see a portion of the yellow lettering in
    Credit: LodensGreen Photography
    Facebook: LodensGreenPhotography.com
    Washington DC Photography Group
    2025-03-07
    Title or Location: Union Station
    This was my first time visiting Union Station after moving to the DC area two months ago. I've never done urban/street photography before. I wanted the station sign and enough of the Metro train in focus and let the rest convey a sense of speed. 1/20 f4 ISO1250. Taken at knee-level to give it a greater sense of mass.
    Credit: Paul Heagen

    Washington DC Photography Group
    2025-03-03
    Title or Location: Virginia Beach, VA
    I?m always looking for reflections-in windows, on water, on shiny metal, and even on sunglasses. A few years ago my sister-in-law and I were taking a break at a seaside restaurant along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk. The moment she sat down across from me I saw her view reflected on her sunglass lenses. Though I owned a Nikon DSLR among other cameras, all I had on me at the time was my Google Pixel. So I used what I had in hand.
    Credit: LodensGreen Photography

    Washington DC Photography Group
    2025-02-28
    Title or Location: Blackwater Wildlife Refuge, near Cambridge, Maryland
    I was at Blackwater on 12/31/23 to do some wildlife photography, and the day and year were winding down, sun low but not yet setting. The water was very still and the backlit clouds dazzled. Hand-held Canon EOS R, 24mm, f/8, 1/1250 sec, ISO 100, just minor cropping, no post processing.
    Credit: Steve Lann
    Facebook: Steve Lann
    Washington DC Photography Group
    2025-02-24
    Title or Location: Seneca Creek State Park
    Seneca Creek State Park on a peaceful autumn day. The colors are as true to life as possible with very little color alteration.
    Credit: Walter Estrada
    Instagram: TheWaltStreetJournal

    Brighton Photography Group
    2025-03-19
    Title or Location: Shoreham Power Station, Southwick ,Brighton, United Kingdom
    Using light and shade to capture the beauty in the harshness of urban industrial architecture. Rekindling a love of black and white photography, I took this photograph whilst on a Brighton Photography Group 'Urban Architecture in Black & White Photography' study event led by Tobias Slater-Hunt. Having spent a winter of dark clouds, rain and dull skies, it was an opportunity to make the most of the year's new beautiful March sunshine.
    Credit: 'Beachside Beauty in Brighton'

    Santa Rosa Photography Group
    2025-03-19
    Title or Location: Back yard in Naperville
    I couldn?t sleep on Thursday March 13th, so I took out my camera and remembered there was a blood moon scheduled to appear tonight after midnight. I steeped outside, set up my tripod and camera. It was rather chilly so I grabbed a coat and stood on the patio waiting for the show to begin. Slowly the moon started to disappear. I waited patiently and photographed every phase in that 1.5 hours until the entire moon was covered and the amazing colors started to glow. Truly a beautiful capture as th
    Credit: Martina Landolt
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CreatingYourLightPhotography
    Instagram: Creatingyourlight2
    Santa Rosa Photography Group
    2025-03-17
    Title or Location: Elgin, IL
    On the snowy morning of March 16th, a Coopers Hawk appeared. His eyes fixated on me making him a perfect model for the pictures, he still managed to scan his surroundings for breakfast.
    Credit: Celi?s Studio

    Christchurch Photography Group
    2025-03-16
    Title or Location: Castle hill

    Credit: Nick Pearson
    Facebook: Nick Pearson Photography
    Instagram: @nickpearson_photography

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