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Top 10 photography classes in Virginia Beach, VA

Students agree: these Virginia Beach photography classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Images By Design

Images By Design

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
9+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Roy W. says, "We called Jim to help my Husband learn how to use Light Room correctly and found him to be a real pleasure. His demeanor is so calm and patient and he has a wealth of knowledge which he was able to convey in easy terminology at very fair prices.. Jim a great choice!!" Read more
Wade Studios

Wade Studios

5.0(2)
41+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA
Michael says, "great teacher with years of knowledge to share" Read more
Robert Hamm Photography

Robert Hamm Photography

14+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Robert Hamm is a professional wedding and family photographer in Hampton Roads, Virginia. His career began in 2011 with an image of Catch 31 restaurant that he was commissioned to photograph. Over many years, Robert has developed an eye for warm colors, smooth contrast curves, and natural saturation. Praised for his headline work with beach-side weddings from Maryland to North Carolina, Robert is also known for his more recent love of Fujifilm Instax, traditional film photography, and the myriad of cameras which use the medium. Always up for a chat, you are invited to learn more about Robert on his social media channels....
Mark Hamilton Photography

Mark Hamilton Photography

11+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA
Mark Hamilton is a Virginia Beach, VA based photographer with a passion for serving families and small businesses through his photography. His laid-back nature and desire to build lasting relationships with his clients is at the forefront of his photography. Mark willing shares the stories behind his personal photography, tip/tricks, and experiences to help you get to know him and understand his passion for capturing and preserving the fleeting moments of life. The thing I enjoy most about teaching photography seeing the passion others have for photography and helping them develop their own photography skills. I love seeing a student's exp...
Leake Designs

Leake Designs

9+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA
"Leake Designs is based in the Hampton Roads area providing affordable design services. The services include graphic design, photography, webpage design, motion graphics, and photo retouching. To see more of my work visit www.leakedesigns.com.
Chris Caruana Photography

Chris Caruana Photography

15+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA
I learned from the best wedding photographers in NYC on over 500 weddings.
BadAsh Productions

BadAsh Productions

5.0(4)
Top Pro
27+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA & Online
Chris D. says, "We’ve used Charles for numerous projects over the years. He is a true professional with an eye for the scene, whether it’s product promotion or an infomercial. Charles is an experienced camera person who delivers creative video styles and solutions. His company has assisted us with scripts, storyboards and casting. Charles made our visions become reality." Read more
CATHY DIXSON PHOTOGRAPHY

CATHY DIXSON PHOTOGRAPHY

39+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA
http://www.cathydixsonphotography.com I have been a professional photographer for the past 32 years.
Zac's Photography

Zac's Photography

29+ years in business
Serves Virginia Beach, VA
It's personal!!! My company has been majority word of mouth. We are our clients personal photographers always working with the client and their vision. Understanding every client needs are very different. We like to meet our clients in person before we set up a shoot.

Your Photography Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do photography classes cost?

Photography classes cost $80 to $300 at a local photography center, museum, or online course provider. A beginner photography course at a university costs $250 to $500+, while the cost for a photography degree program is $10,000 to $30,000 per year on average.

Prices depend on the type of class, skill level, and your location. A basic Introduction to Photography class typically costs less than advanced classes or workshops taught by an experienced photographer.

Why take photography classes, and are they worth it?

A photography class is worth it if you want to master your camera, learn new techniques, and gain the ability to capture moments in exciting, memorable images. You do not need to be an aspiring professional photographer or artist to benefit from a class.

You'll learn to observe the world around you in new ways and develop an eye for details, light, color, shape, and texture. Through expert feedback from the instructor, you'll identify areas where you need improvement and become a better photographer as a result.

What do you learn in a photography class?

A beginner photography class teaches basic camera skills and techniques, including:

  • The exposure triangle—aperture, shutter speed, and ISO—and how each setting affects motion, depth of focus, and noise in your images
  • Light and how it affects your photos
  • Composition techniques, the Rule of Thirds, and leading lines
  • Color, shape, and texture
  • White balance
  • Lenses and filters

More advanced photography classes teach post-processing techniques in Photoshop, Lightroom, or other similar photo editing programs. Post-processing techniques include color correction, retouching, adjusting contrast and sharpness, and more.

Advanced courses may also focus on a specific type of photography, such as landscape photography, portrait photography, or street photography

Do I need my own camera to take a photography class?

Most photography classes require you to bring your own camera. However, if you're interested in exploring photography before investing in your own camera gear, consider taking a class anyway. Whether you take photos with your cellphone or a high-end digital camera, you can benefit from the skills learned in the class.

During the class, you'll learn not just how to take great photos but also about the features you'd like in a more complex camera, as well as the best lenses and filters for the type of photography you're interested in. This knowledge will better prepare you for the expensive purchase.

Can you take photography classes online?

Yes, you can take photography classes online through universities, web course providers like CreativeLive and SkillShare, and a wide variety of websites dedicated specifically to photography. Most sites offer both beginner photography classes and a vast selection of intermediate and advanced classes focused on specific types or aspects of photography.

Where can I take photography classes near me?

Keep these tips in mind when choosing a photography class:

  • Look for a course targeted toward photographers at your skill level. Advanced photographers may want to consider taking a workshop with a specific photographer instead of a class.
  • Decide if you want to take a class that focuses on a specific style or type of photography.
  • Read the instructor's reviews on Lessons and Google.
  • Check out the instructor's portfolio, as well as portfolios from previous students.

What questions should I ask photography instructors?

Ask the instructor these questions before enrolling in the class:

  • What skill level is this class designed for?
  • What topics will the class cover?
  • Do I need to bring my own camera?
  • Where will the class meet?
  • Will the class include instructor feedback?
  • Will you share our photos on the school website or social media?

Reviews for Virginia Beach photography classes

Recent success stories from people in the Virginia Beach area.
Marina S.
I had great experiences with Michael. He was very professional when taking my maternity and family photos. He knew just the right way how to capture the light, weither it be inside or outside. I also witnessed him teaching photography lessons and considering taking his class myself.
Wade Studios
Chris
My name is Chris Moore. I have known Charles Ash for 20 years. I am a pioneer in the sport of kiteboarding. I developed training programs for kiteboarding instructors and had a vision to make instructional videos for others to learn the sport. Having admired Charles work with windsurfing videos, we set out together to produce the instructional video, “The Way To Fly”. This was a huge undertaking taking hundreds of hours. Charles understood my detailed visions and went the extra mile to ensure everything was perfect from lighting, sound, voice overs, and the right shots every time. We were so successful that later we produced a second version of the video with more instruction. I would strongly recommend Charles for any of your photo video needs.
BadAsh Productions
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