DETROIT
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 23 March
Woodward Avenue, Detroit - 11am - 2 Hours
Jacob Neil
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

Sunday 30 March
Woodward Avenue, Detroit - 11am - 3 Hours
Jacob Neil
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.
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$92       4 places left
Long Exposure - Night Photography Meetup

Long Exposure - Night Photography Meetup

Sunday 06 April
Woodward Avenue, Detroit - 7pm - 2 Hours
Jacob Neil
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture light trails along with tripod photography.Long exposure refers to a technique where you keep the shutter open for an unusually long period of time. This results to interesting effects in your photographs.
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$47      

Photo Editing Class

Photo Editing Class

Sunday 13 April
Woodward Ave Ste - Ferndale, MI - 10am - 3 Hours
Jacob Neil
Join our Photo Editing Class to master the art of enhancing your images. Learn essential techniques from our instructor. Perfect for photographers of all skill levels looking to elevate their visual storytelling.All levels are welcome, and participants will need to have a good volume of unedited images on a memory card ready to edit or already imported to their laptop or iPhone.
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$92      
Long Exposure - Night Photography Meetup

Long Exposure - Night Photography Meetup

Sunday 27 April
Woodward Avenue, Detroit - 8pm - 2 Hours
Jacob Neil
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture light trails along with tripod photography.Long exposure refers to a technique where you keep the shutter open for an unusually long period of time. This results to interesting effects in your photographs.
book now
$47      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 04 May
Woodward Avenue, Detroit - 11am - 2 Hours
Jacob Neil
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.
book now
$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolor Techniques Meetup

Watercolor Techniques Meetup

Saturday 05 April
Beverly - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Toledo Watercolor Group
Leila Bruce
In this immersive workshop, we will explore three essential watercolor techniques: 'Wet on Dry,' 'Wet on Wet,' and watercolor washes. Our talented instructor will guide you through each technique step by step, providing demonstrations and personalized feedback to help you master the art of watercolor painting. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class is designed to enhance your skills and unleash your creativity.
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$47      
Painting Flowers and Plants with Watercolor Meetup

Painting Flowers and Plants with Watercolor Meetup

Saturday 12 April
Beverly - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Toledo Watercolor Group
Leila Bruce
Explore the delicate beauty of flowers and plants in this watercolor class. You'll learn essential techniques for capturing petals, leaves, and stems with soft washes, layering, and fine brushwork. We'll focus on color mixing, creating natural textures, and bringing botanical subjects to life with light and shadow.

This session is great for beginners and those looking to refine their floral painting skills. Come and enjoy a relaxing, creative experience as we paint nature's beauty together.
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$47      
Spring Landscape with Watercolor Meetup

Spring Landscape with Watercolor Meetup

Saturday 26 April
Beverly - 11:30am - 2 Hours
Toledo Watercolor Group
Leila Bruce
Celebrate the beauty of spring by painting a vibrant landscape using watercolor. In this class, you'll learn how to capture the soft hues of blooming flowers, lush greenery, and bright skies with essential watercolor techniques. We'll cover color blending, layering washes, and creating depth in your composition.

This session is perfect for beginners and intermediate painters looking to improve their skills in landscape painting. Bring your creativity, and let's paint the freshness of spring together.
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$47      

ABOUT DETROIT
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 Detroit .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I really enjoyed it. Jake did a nice job of keeping things moving and giving insight into some techniques that I had not thought of before.
    5/5
    Dave
    2025-03-04
    Excellent
    5/5
    Bruce
    2025-03-03
    It was a wonderful experience to walk the streets of Detroit with Jacob. He took us to so many interesting locations and provided us with valuable lessons of street photography. I learned new tips at every stop and was able to immediately put it to practice. The whole walk happened at a relaxed pace yet we covered so much ground both in terms of distace as well as photographic insights. Overall, a fantastic experience!
    5/5
    Shuvra
    2025-03-03

    Jake is a gifted instructor. He has the ability to get the point through with extreme clarity and simplicity. It was an amazing educational experience. Would love to have more similar events.
    5/5
    Hazem
    2025-02-17
    The event was very informative and provided me with clarity regarding photo editing. The instructor took time to answer questions and provided concrete examples. I look forward to attending future events.
    5/5
    Gloria
    2025-01-05
    Jake is a very talented photographer. I?ve been to several of his classes and enjoyed them all.
    5/5
    Ashley
    2025-01-05

    As always, Jacob was insightful and interesting to learn from during this event. He kept the knowledge flowing throughout our time together. He can connect across a variety of skill levels in the group, so he is meeting the participants where they are at. Thanks.
    5/5
    John
    2024-12-25
    This class was so fun and informative even in the FREEZING temperatures. I will definitely sign up for another class in the future! So worth it!
    5/5
    Kathy
    2024-12-24
    Jake was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic instructor. He helped make bad weather a learning opportunity. I would recommend his class to others.
    5/5
    Stephen
    2024-12-17

    Jake was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic instructor. He helped make bad weather a learning opportunity. I would recommend his class to others.
    5/5
    Stephen
    2024-12-16
    Jake was an excellent instructor. I learned a lot during our walk and look forward to participating in more of the events. My photos from that day look amazing.
    5/5
    D
    2024-11-04
    Great insight and tips on street photography
    5/5
    Ashley
    2024-10-28

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Jacob Neil
    Jake is a Michigan based photographer with 9 years of camera experience. He lived in New York City for 8 years, spending a lot of time capturing the streets of NYC. He also has a passion for landscape photography, with a lot of time spent outdoors capturing the mountains and night sky throughout the country.

    Jake is excited to share his perspective with you, ready to open lenses and minds to a new experience that will improve your craft through a fun social experience!

    Jacob Neil is available for private bookings

    PHOTOS
    Detroit Photography Group
    2025-01-19
    Title or Location: Zabriskie Point, Death Valley National Park, California
    Mid morning was a good time here, to have sun on the area but retain some shadows for depth.
    Credit: ROY GOLDSBERRY
    Facebook: Roy Goldsberry

    Detroit Photography Group
    2025-01-06
    Title or Location: Great Basin National Park, Nevada
    On our quest to visit the national parks, we went to Great Basin NP last year. This was along an early section of the Wheeler Peak Summit trail.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: Roy Goldsberry
    Detroit Photography Group
    2024-12-25
    Title or Location: Overlooked Falls, UP, Michigan
    We took a trip to the UP this summer and hit a bunch of waterfalls on the way to Isle Royale. This was one.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: Roy Goldsberry

    Detroit Photography Group
    2024-12-21
    Title or Location: Dunmore Head, Dingle Peninsula, Ireland
    This was a planned stop on our trip to Ireland. It was also a filming location for Star Wars - The Last Jedi.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: Roy Goldsberry

    Detroit Photography Group
    2024-12-20
    Title or Location: Crohy Sea Arch, County Donegal, Ireland
    I had discovered this arch from an online posting, and on our trip to Ireland went to see it. I thought it would be a great place to fly my drone.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: ROY GOLDSBERRY
    Detroit Photography Group
    2024-12-12
    Title or Location: Bryce Canyon National Park
    This was a first time winter visit to Bryce. I had been here before in 2017, and it is one of my favorite parks.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: ROY GOLDSBERRY

    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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