Photography
Classes, workshops and programs
Immerse yourself in 1,300 acres of rich subject matter, dramatic color, open spaces and abundant wildlife to capture stunning nature photographs. With the Arboretum as your inspiration and your laboratory, you will learn tips and techniques from renowned photographers. Your close-to-home photographic excursion awaits.
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Winter Bird Photography (Online)
Thursday, February 9, 6:30-8 p.m.
Beginner to Intermediate: Familiarity with the manual functions of your camera and an understanding of exposure settings.
$24 member/$29 non-memberOptional Add-On Practicum in the Field: Winter Bird Photography
Saturday, February 11, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
$54 member/$69 non-memberSOLD OUT, waitlist available.Intro to Camera Techniques for Nature Photography (Online)
Thursday, March 16, 6:30-8 p.m.
Beginner
$24 member/$29 non-memberOptional Add-On Practicum in the Field: Camera Techniques for Nature Photography
Saturday, March 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
$69 member/$84 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Understanding Light
Saturday, March 25, 9 a.m.-noon
Beginner
$75 member/$90 non-memberSpecial Access: Spring Full Moon Photography at the Arb 2-session Workshop
2 session series
Tuesday, April 4, 5-9 p.m. & Wednesday, April 5, 6-10 p.m.Any skill level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$232 member/$262 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Shooting & Composition
Saturday, April 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Beginner
$105 member/$120 non-memberCreative Capture: Photographing Spring Wildflowers (Online)
Tuesday, April 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$44 member/$49 non-memberiPhone Photo Editing Made Easy: 2-Session Workshop (Online)
2-session series
Tuesday, April 25, 6:30-9 p.m. AND Thursday, April 27, 6:30-9 p.m. CDTBeginner
$90 member/$95 non-memberPhotographing Spring Bulbs in Bloom (Online); Optional In-Person Practicum
Webinar Thursday, May 11, 6:30-8 p.m. CDT / Optional In-person Practicum Saturday, May 13, 8-10 a.m.
Beginner
$39-$95 member/$44-$115 non-memberCreative Capture: Photographing Beautiful Buds (Online)
Tuesday, May 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$44 member/$49 non-memberDiscovering a World of Pollinators: A Photographer's Field Guide (Online)
Tuesday, June 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
All Levels, with some knowledge of manual camera settings preferred.
$44 member/$49 non-memberThe Art of Up Close: Macro Nature Photography (Online)
Tuesday, June 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$44 member/$49 non-memberPhoto Walks With Eric: Summer Solstice at the Arb
Wednesday, June 21, 4:30-6:30 p.m. OR 7-9 p.m.
Beginner
$56 member/$71 non-memberGarden Landscape Photography (Online)
Tuesday, June 27, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
Beginner
$44 member/$49 non-memberCreative Capture: Photographing Butterflies, Moths & Caterpillars (Online)
Tuesday, July 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$44 member/$49 non-memberCreative Capture: Photographing Magnificent Mushrooms (Online)
Tuesday, Aug. 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$44 member/$49 non-memberCreative Capture: Photographing Spectacular Seeds & Fantastic Fruits (Online)
Thursday, Sept. 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CDT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$44 member/$49 non-memberPollinator Photography at the Arb: Butterflies, Bees & More!
Saturday, Sept. 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Any skill level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$92 member/$107 non-memberNight Photography Academy (2-session Online), Optional In-Person 2-session Practicum
2-session Webinar Tuesday, Sept. 12 & Thursday, Sept. 14, 7-9 p.m. CDT
Optional In-person 2-session Practicum Friday, Sept. 15 & Saturday, Sept. 16, 7-11 p.m.Any skill level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$82-$314 member/$87-$349 non-memberSpecial Access: Shooting the Light, Dusk to Dawn 2-Session Photography Workshop
2 session series
Friday, Sept. 15, 5-8 p.m. AND Saturday, Sept. 16, 6-8 a.m.Intermediate
$140 member/$170 non-memberSpecial Access: Harvest Full Moon Photography At The Arboretum 2-session Workshop
2-session series
Thursday Sept. 28, 5-9 p.m. AND Friday, Sept. 29, 5-9 p.m.Any skill level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$232 member/$262 non-member
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