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Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 27 June
National Mall - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Tam Nguyen
In this beginner-friendly photography class, we'll cover camera basics, exposure settings, and composition techniques. Through guided challenges, you'll gain confidence using your camera. Suitable for all camera types including smartphones.
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$49      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Saturday 11 July
Northwest Washington, Washington - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Tam Nguyen
In this portrait photography meetup, we'll explore techniques for capturing great portraits using natural light and urban backdrops. Suitable for all skill levels. We'll cover posing, composition, and working with available light.
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$49      
Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 25 July
Columbia Heights - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Tam Nguyen
Learn to capture beautiful portraits using natural light and scenic backdrops. We'll explore techniques for posing, composition, and using available light. Suitable for all skill levels.
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$49      

Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 08 August
Southwest Waterfront - 9:30am - 2.0 Hours
Tam Nguyen
Explore the art of architectural photography at the National Mall. We'll cover composition, perspective, and capturing the details of iconic buildings. Suitable for all skill levels.
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$49      

Nearby Photography Groups

Fine Art Photography Meetup

Fine Art Photography Meetup

Sunday 28 June
- 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
Discover the artistry in photography at our Fine Art Meetup. We will explore creative techniques and vision to transform ordinary scenes into evocative works of art. This session is perfect for photographers of all levels looking to expand their creative boundaries. Participants bring their own photography equipment.
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$49      
Environmental Portraits Meetup

Environmental Portraits Meetup

Sunday 02 August
- 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
Join us for an Environmental Portraits meetup at Patterson Park. We will focus on capturing subjects within their surroundings to tell a more compelling story. This session is suitable for all photography levels. Participants should bring their own camera equipment.
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$49      
Mixed Lighting Portraits Meetup

Mixed Lighting Portraits Meetup

Sunday 16 August
Colindale St, Middle River - 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
Join us for a Mixed Lighting Portraits meetup. We will explore the interplay between natural light and artificial light sources to create dramatic and compelling portraits. Suitable for photographers of all levels. Participants are required to bring their own photography equipment.
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$49      

Second Shooter at Weddings Meetup

Second Shooter at Weddings Meetup

Sunday 30 August
- 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Photography Group
John Heredia
Learn what it takes to be a second shooter at weddings. We will cover equipment setup, shot lists, positioning, and how to work alongside the lead photographer. Perfect for photographers looking to break into wedding photography. Participants bring their own photography equipment.
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Drawing Plants and Flowers

Saturday 27 June
Windsor Mill Rd, Baltimore - 10am - 2 Hours
Baltimore Drawing Group
Tehra Williams
Draw plants and flowers in this beginner-friendly session. Capture shapes, textures, and details using basic drawing techniques. Perfect for complete beginners. Participants bring their own materials.

(Convenient table with bench seating at park drawing area)
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$49.00      
Botanical Art at Rawlings Conservatory

Botanical Art at Rawlings Conservatory

Saturday 11 July
Druid Hill Park, Baltimore - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Baltimore Botanical Art Group
Zerihun Tekle
Join us for a botanical art session at Rawlings Conservatory. We will explore drawing and painting plants and flowers in the beautiful conservatory setting. Suitable for all skill levels. The host will provide guidance and tips throughout the session.
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$49      
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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    It was a really good workshop! I learned a lot and got some great pictures.
    5/5
    Jane Nilan
    2026-04-13
    It was a really good workshop! I learned a lot and got some great pictures.
    5/5
    Jane
    2026-04-13
    good basic information. program was scheduled for three hours. material could have been covered in one hour.
    4/5
    Bob
    2025-10-26

    The class had full participation from all members. It was very informative and has built a confidence in knowing how to work with the triangle of settings for great exposures. I enjoyed it very much, thank you!
    5/5
    Almeria
    2025-05-16
    It was good to meet others and gain more practical experience
    5/5
    Dillon
    2025-05-15
    This was such an eye-opener! Wonderful time with Noah!
    5/5
    Eddie
    2025-05-14

    Great
    5/5
    Monica
    2025-05-12
    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

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Tam Nguyen
    Hi, I'm Tam refer to call Tammy.
    I love everything about photography
    I specialize in still life, flowers, and love capture baby portraits for years.
    I am a co-instructor photography in Vietnamese Photography Society groups base in Virginia.
    I can't wait to get to know you more soon.

    Tam Nguyen is available for private bookings

    Available most Saturday morning 10:00 am-12:00 pm

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    PHOTOS
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Washington DC Photography Group
    2026-06-08
    Title or Location: Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic @ the US Capitol
    On Saturday May 30th, I came across the Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic race. It was taking place in closed loop near the Capitol. As I approached the fence I was impressed by the speed of the racers as they passed by me. I wanted to tell the whole story in one capture including their speed. I tried different shutter speeds and the 1/30th of the second had the right balance of speed blur at the edges while showing the oncoming racers in sufficient detail.
    Credit: Ramin Abrahim
    Facebook: Ramin Abrahim Art
    Instagram: @raminabrahim
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Washington DC Photography Group
    2026-05-18
    Title or Location: Goldpetal Farms Maryland
    A teensie green metallic bee perched on a gorgeous sunflower at its peak at Goldpetal Farms Maryland last summer. I can?t wait to go back there this summer!
    Credit: Melissa Neadle
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Washington DC Photography Group
    2026-05-11
    Title or Location: Huntley Meadows Park, Alexandria, VA
    Close-up detail of a dandelion located along a hiking trail.
    Credit: Jane Nilan

    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Washington DC Photography Group
    2026-05-08
    Title or Location: Lake Sherwood, Michigan, USA.
    I tried for hours to get photos of bees on lavender - not good, they moved too fast. I was invited to take photos of a local flower garden and halfway through I realized that there were lots of bees .. moving slower. None of them would pose for me, so I watched how they explored flowers and caught this one he came up from the back of the flower.
    Credit: Sean A Dunn
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19k8PaswaQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr
    Instagram: @EpicElementsPhotography
    Sacramento Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Washington DC Photography Group
    2026-05-04
    Title or Location: Amazon River Basin , Peru
    I was recently on a trip to Peru which included a cruise of the Amazon River Basin. This was taken while out on one of our morning excursions.
    Credit: Jane Nilan
    Eastbourne Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Washington DC Photography Group
    2026-05-01
    Title or Location: Taken on DC side of Potomac River just below the Key Bridge, which links Arlington, VA to Washington DC.
    Taken at sunrise on a very calm day, creating a smooth river surface that enabled beautiful reflections.
    Credit: Doug O?Boyle

    Columbia Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Detroit Photography Group
    2026-06-11
    Title or Location: Kensington metro park at Kent lake.
    I like to catch the golden hour at sunrise. My goal that morning was to photograph the sunrise, without photographing the sunrise. The sparkling ripples caught my eye.
    Credit: Mark Michaels
    Columbia Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Toronto Photography Group
    2026-06-10
    Title or Location: Common Tern with a just caught fish to feed its chicks. C. Sam. Smith Park
    I was looking for Whimbrels, or other migratory shore birds when I spotted this common tern flying around. At some point it dove and caught a fish. I instinctively aimed my camera and took a few pictures before flying away.
    Credit: Hugues de Milleville
    Facebook: hugues.demilleville
    Instagram: @huguesdemillevillephotography
    Gold Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Victoria Photography Group
    2026-06-10
    Title or Location: Victoria, BC
    Cedar Waxing berry pass. Most conversations happen out of earshot.Some are carried on the wind, branch to branch, berry to berry.
    Credit: Andre Pestana
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/superpestana
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superpestana

    Gold Coast Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Chattanooga Photography Group
    2026-06-09
    Title or Location: Grand Prismatic Spring, Midway Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA
    Steam was really enshrouding the main pool of Grand Prismatic, so I looked for other compelling ways to capture images. This image features some of the sinter terraces and cooler water thermophiles thriving around the central pool perimeter.
    Credit: J. Scott Tinker
    Instagram: Scott.tinkeruomostudio
    Edinburgh Photography Group
    2026-05-12

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