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.
Adult classes are intended for Ages 18+ unless otherwise stated.
Art of Photography Speaker Series: Travis Novitsky (Online)
Tuesday, Dec. 12, 7-8:15 p.m. CT
$15 member/$20 non-member
Photographing Winter’s Wonders (Online + In-Person)
Live online webinar: Thursday, Jan. 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CT
In-person practicum: Saturday, Jan. 6, 2:30-5:30 p.mAll levels, some familiarity with the manual settings on your camera preferred
$44-$119 member/$49-$139 non-memberIn person sold out, online-only still available!
Art of Photography Speaker Series: Areca Roe (Online)
Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, 7-8:15 p.m. CT
$15 member/$20 non-member
Editing Essentials: Flower and Nature Photos (Online)
Tuesday, Jan. 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CT
All levels, some familiarity with Adobe Lightroom Class suggested
$44 member/$49 non-member
Focus Stacking - From Concept to Completion
Saturday, Jan. 27, 1-4 p.m.
Intermediate
$75 member/$90 non-member
Winter Bird Photography (Online + In-Person)
Live online webinar: Thursday, Feb. 8, 6:30-8 p.m. CT
In-person practicum: Saturday, Feb. 10, 9:30-11:30 a.mFamiliarity with the manual functions of your camera and exposure settings.
$39-$93 member/$44-$113 non-member
Art of Photography Speaker Series: Cynthia Dickinson (Online)
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 7-8:15 p.m. CT
$15 member/$20 non-member
Editing Essentials: Removing Distractions with Photoshop (Online)
Tuesday, Feb. 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CT
All levels, some familiarity with editing software is suggested
$44 member/$49 non-member
Camera Techniques for Nature Photography (Online + In-Person)
Live online webinar: Thursday, March 14, 6:30-8 p.m. CT
In-person practicum: Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m.-1 p.mBeginner
$39-$114 member/$44-$134 non-member
Editing Essentials: Creative Techniques with Photoshop (Online)
Tuesday, March 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CT
All levels, some familiarity with Adobe Photoshop suggested
$44 member/$49 non-member
Creative Capture: Photographing Spring Wildflowers (Online)
Tuesday, April 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$50 member/$65 non-memberRegistration coming soon!
Lightroom 101: Library & Basic Editing
Saturday, April 13, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
All levels
$95 member/$110 non-member
Lightroom 201: Collections, Transformations, Composites, Color Grading & Preparing Photos for Print
Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
All levels
Prerequisite: Lightroom 101
$95 member/$110 non-member
Lightroom 301: Localized Editing using Masks
Saturday, April 27, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Intermediate
Prerequisite: Lightroom 101
$95 member/$110 non-member
Photographing Spring Bulbs in Bloom (Online + In-Person)
Live online webinar: Thursday, May 2, 6:30-8 p.m. CT
In-person practicum: Saturday, May 4, 8-10 a.m.Beginner
$39-$95 member/$44-$115 non-member
The Art of Up Close: Macro Nature Photography (Online)
Wednesday, May 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. CT
Any level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$50 member/$55 non-member
Pollinator Photography at the Arb: Butterflies, Bees & More!
Sunday, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Any skill level, some experience with manual settings preferred
$105 member/$120 non-member
Special Access: Shooting the Light, Dusk to Dawn 2-Session Photography Workshop
2-session workshop Friday, Sept. 13, 5-8 p.m. AND Saturday, Sept. 14, 6-8 a.m.
Intermediate (those who are comfortable with the operation of their DSLR or mirrorless camera)
$160 member/$190 non-member
Photographing Fall Color
Saturday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
All levels, some familiarity with the manual settings on your camera preferred
$95 member/$110 non-member
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