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 around 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!
Join the Detroit Photography Facebook Group here to share your photos after the session.
Our classes and photography sessions are limited to a max of 5 students - due to current COVID restrictions
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
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Saturday the 2nd of October 2021
Photography Class for Beginners - Westland, Michigan - 10.00am - 3 hours
New camera?
Old camera you'd like to use with more skill?
Attend the Detroit Photography Group's Photography Class for Beginners, at Nankin Mill on Hines Drive.
Old camera you'd like to use with more skill?
Attend the Detroit Photography Group's Photography Class for Beginners, at Nankin Mill on Hines Drive.
Instructor: Douglas Grosjean
$69pp only 1 place left
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We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations around 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 Facebook Group here to share your photos after the session.
Our classes and photography sessions are limited to a max of 5 students - due to current COVID restrictions
We ask that everyone attending a meetup follows social distancing guidelines:
Stay home if you're sick.
Keep 6 feet away from others.
Don't make unnecessary physical contact with others. Avoid physical greetings, such as handshakes, hugs and kisses.
Wash your hands regularly with alcohol-based sanitiser.
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Use a flexed elbow or a tissue.
Subscribe to the Detroit Photography Group to find out about upcoming events
Refund Policy: 5 days notice required for a full refund. Re-scheduling requires 2 days notice. In the case of bad weather (heavy rain) the class may be cancelled and you'll be given the option of rescheduling or a refund. If you need to reschedule or refund your booking, then please contact the office using the form here. Your instructor is NOT able to refund or reschedule your booking for you
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Saturday the 2nd of October 2021
Photography Class for Beginners - Westland, Michigan - 10.00am - 3 hours
New camera?
Old camera you'd like to use with more skill?
Attend the Detroit Photography Group's Photography Class for Beginners, at Nankin Mill on Hines Drive.
Old camera you'd like to use with more skill?
Attend the Detroit Photography Group's Photography Class for Beginners, at Nankin Mill on Hines Drive.
Instructor: Douglas Grosjean
$69pp only 1 place left
Sunday the 17th of October 2021
Autumn Photography Meetup - Newburgh Lake Public Boat Launch - 4.30pm - 2 hours
Explore autumn colors at Newburgh Lake along historic Hines Drive. Peak fall colors in southeast Michigan typically run from October 10 to October 24. Meetup will run from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM to take advantage of Golden Hour, as sunset on October 17 is 6:47 PM.
Instructor: Douglas Grosjean
$35pp open - requires 4 bookings to proceed
Saturday the 6th of November 2021
All About Aperture Meetup - Dearborn, Michigan - 10.00am - 2 hours
Learn how the aperture controls the flow of light, the effect of aperture on lens sharpness, and why we choose large or small apertures for creative purposes.
Instructor: Douglas Grosjean
$35pp open - requires 4 bookings to proceed
Saturday the 4th of December 2021
The Exposure Triangle: shutter speed, aperture, and ISO - Dearborn, Michigan - 10.00am - 2 hours
Learn the relationship between aperture, shutter speed, and sensor speed, as represented by the concept of The Exposure Triangle.
Instructor: Douglas Grosjean
$35pp open - requires 4 bookings to proceed
Sunday the 23rd of January 2022
Winter Photography - Cass Benton Recreation Area, Hines Park - 1.00pm - 2 hours
Winter can be a great time of year for photography, but it can also be a struggle due to bright snow, high contrast lighting, and cold temperatures. Come learn the finer points of Winter Photography. Cass Benton Recreation Area is a popular local sledding hill, with a forested area at the top, allowing for varied backdrops.
Instructor: Douglas Grosjean
$35pp open - requires 4 bookings to proceed
Reviews
5.0/5 from 17 reviews
This was a great class!!! Doug was very informative. I like how he explained things to us and even gave us a chart to follow to help us gain better understanding of the concept of exposure.
5/5 by Michelle Turmell
22-8-2021
5/5 by Michelle Turmell
22-8-2021
Had a great time. Lauren is awesome and fun. Look forward to another photo walk.
5/5 by Adam Antonich
20-5-2021
5/5 by Adam Antonich
20-5-2021
Lauren is a great fun teacher/host! We always do cool fun stuff!! I am so glad I found this group..
5/5 by Tamiko Weary
18-5-2021
5/5 by Tamiko Weary
18-5-2021
Great flow to the class, really enjoyed walking around Belle Isle.
5/5 by Adrienne Boyle
3-5-2021
5/5 by Adrienne Boyle
3-5-2021
It was GREAT!! I learned alot.Maky
5/5 by Teresa Hunter
3-5-2021
5/5 by Teresa Hunter
3-5-2021
Super fun. Lauren came up with some cool ideas for the reflection photography meetup.
5/5 by Elena Kish
16-3-2021
5/5 by Elena Kish
16-3-2021
It took me a bit to grasp the challenge of reflection in photography but once I did I enjoyed it very much. Instructor Lauren was helpful, patient and so kind to everyone. Nice to be with a great group of like minded people. I even watched and learned from them too. I will never walk pass a window reflection the same again. Thank you!
5/5 by Paula Gravlin
15-3-2021
5/5 by Paula Gravlin
15-3-2021
Enjoyed it. Nice to be out and about with other photographers.
5/5 by JoAnn Turk
15-3-2021
5/5 by JoAnn Turk
15-3-2021
5/5 by Michelle Turmell
16-2-2021
I loved it! Lauren was super helpful and kind.
5/5 by Elena Kish
14-2-2021
5/5 by Elena Kish
14-2-2021
5/5 by Michelle Turmell
13-2-2021
I loved this event. Lauren G is a wonderful instructor. I learned much about manual mode on my camera. Where to start, how to make adjustments. She had us try many different challenges to learn how and what to change on our camera. Belle Isle is a beautiful park too. Enjoyed it very much.
5/5 by Paula Ann Gravlin
25-1-2021
5/5 by Paula Ann Gravlin
25-1-2021
Thank you and really enjoyed. Tamiko. I look forward to the next
5/5 by Tamiko Weary
24-1-2021
5/5 by Tamiko Weary
24-1-2021
Lauren was a great instructor. She walked around to help everyone. She offered many different suggestions and things to try. I hope to attend other meet ups with this group.
5/5 by Jean Van Valkenburgh
19-1-2021
5/5 by Jean Van Valkenburgh
19-1-2021
It was a nice time
5/5 by Mary Ann Jordan
18-1-2021
5/5 by Mary Ann Jordan
18-1-2021
I loved it. It was my first class with DPG and it was a great experience, Lauren G was wonderfully patient with the whole group and it was fun learning something new. She got me to think outside of the box and more creative. I will recommend this to others.
5/5 by Paula Ann Gravlin
17-1-2021
5/5 by Paula Ann Gravlin
17-1-2021
I loved it. It was my first class with DPG and it was a great experience, Lauren G was wonderfully patient with the whole group and it was fun learning something new. She got me to think outside of the box and more creative. I will recommend this to others.
5/5 by Paula Ann Gravlin
17-1-2021
5/5 by Paula Ann Gravlin
17-1-2021