
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.
Creative Garden Photography
Saturday, July 9, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Experienced beginner
$84 member/$99 non-memberPhotographic Composition: The Complete Picture (Online)
Saturday, July 16, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Beginner
$48 member/$53 non-memberNight Photography 4-Session Academy (Online)
(4 sessions)
Tuesday, Sept. 6, 7-9 p.m.
Thursday Sept. 8, 7-9 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 13, 7-9 p.m.
Thursday, Sept, 15, 7-9 p.m.Beginner, but comfortable using the "Manual" exposure mode on your camera; some familiarity with photo editing software is helpful
$128 member/$148 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Understanding Light (Online)
Saturday, Sept. 10, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Beginner
$48 member/$53 non-memberFarm Field Photography at Harvest Time
Saturday, Sept. 10, 2-5 p.m.
All levels
$69 member/$84 non-memberSpecial Access: Shooting the Light, Dusk to Dawn 2-Session Photography Workshop
2 session series
Friday, Sept. 16, 5-8 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 17, 6-8 a.m.Intermediate (those who are comfortable with the operation of their DSLR or mirrorless camera)
$135 member/$155 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Shooting & Composition - Fall
Saturday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Beginner
$105 member/$120 non-memberPhotography Walks with Eric: The Arboretum at Golden Hour - Sept
Saturday, Sept. 17, 4-6 p.m.
Beginner
$54 member/$69 non-memberSpecial Access Practicum: Night Photography Academy Optional In-Person Add-On
Saturday, Sept. 17, 6-10 p.m.
$108 member/$123 non-memberPollinator Photography: Butterflies, Bees & More!
Sunday, Sept. 18, 1-4 p.m.
Experienced Beginner to Intermediate
$84 member/$99 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Shooting & Editing Portraits - Sept
Saturday, Sept. 24, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Beginner, No previous photography experience is required, however you will most benefit if you have taken either: iPhone Editing Made Easy with Eric Mueller and/or Understanding Light with Eric Mueller
$105 member/$120 non-memberiPhone Photo Editing Made Easy: 2-Session Workshop (Online) - Fall
2 session series
Tuesday, Sept. 27, 6:30-9 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 29, 6:30-9 p.m.Beginner
$64 member/$69 non-memberPhotographing Fall Color
Saturday, October 1, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
All levels, some familiarity with the manual settings on your camera preferred
$84 member/$99 non-memberPhotography Walks with Eric: Autumnal Arboretum Afternoon
Select a session:
Saturday, October 8, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 8, 4-6 p.m.Beginner
$54 member/$69 non-memberLightroom 201
Saturday, November 5, 12:30-4:30 p.m.
All levels
Prerequisite: Lightroom 101
$84 member/$99 non-memberiPhone Photo Editing Made Easy: 2-Session Workshop (Online) - Nov.
2-session series
Tuesday, November 8, 6:30-9 p.m. and Thursday, November 10, 6:30-9 p.m.Beginner
$64 member/$69 non-memberLightroom 301
Saturday, November 12, 2022, 8 a.m.-noon
Intermediate
Prerequisite: Lightroom 101 and Lightroom 201
$84 member/$99 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Shooting & Composition - Nov.
Saturday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Beginner
$105 member/$120 non-memberPhotoshop for Lightroom Users
Saturday, November 12, 12:30-4:30 p.m.
Intermediate
$84 member/$99 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Understanding Light (Online) - Nov.
Saturday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-noon
Beginner
$48 member/$53 non-memberCreative iPhone Photography: Shooting & Editing Portraits - Dec.
Saturday, December 3, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
No previous photography experience is required, however you will get the most from this class if you have previously taken iPhone Editing Made Easy with Eric Mueller or Understanding Light with Eric Mueller
$105 member/$120 non-memberSpecial Access Photographer's Evening: Arboretum Winter Lights Display
Select a session
Wednesday, Dec. 7, 5-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 14, 5-8:30 p.m.$19 member/$34 non-memberPhotographing Winter’s Wonders (Online)
Thursday, January 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
All levels, some familiarity with the manual settings on your camera preferred
$32 member/$37 non-memberOptional Add-On Practicum in the Field: Photographing Winter’s Wonders
Select a session
Sunrise: Saturday, Jan. 7, 7-10 a.m.
Sunset: Saturday, Jan. 7, 2:30-5:30 p.m.$69 member/$84 non-memberFocus Stacking - From Concept to Completion
Saturday, January 28, 1-4 p.m.
Intermediate
$69 member/$84 non-memberWinter 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-memberIntro to Camera Techniques for Nature Photography (Online)
Thursday, March 16, 6:30-8:30 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-member
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