Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 03 May
Westside Connection - 10am - 2 Hours
Autumn Perez
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 18 May
Alpine Ave NW - 10am - 3 Hours
Autumn Perez
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.
Landscape Photography
Sunday 29 June
Ada - 11am - 2 Hours
Autumn Perez
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Flower Photography
Sunday 13 July
48th Ave - Hudsonville - 11am - 2 Hours
Autumn Perez
Learn all the tips and tricks you need to take stunning pictures of flowers. We will also discuss composition, lighting, and other aspects of photography that will help you create unique images. So come join us for a day of learning, exploring, and having fun.
Widen Your Focus or Zoom In
Saturday 03 May
S Washington Ave, Lansing, MI 48910 - 10am - 2 Hours
Kathleen Thompson
STUDIO EVENT! Join us for an engaging photography meetup where we'll explore how the way we approach life decisions influences the way we photograph. Whether it's zooming in on details or capturing the bigger picture, this session will guide you through finding the heart of your subject. We'll dive into techniques for creating powerful, thematic imagery, using symbolic objects, and shooting with emotional intention. Discover how traditional art techniques like watercolor or pastels can bring your images to life. Bring one of your favorite photos whether it's a close-up or wide shot and reflect on how your perspective aligns with your personal style and story. Come ready to share, learn, and grow your photography skills!
Street Photography
Sunday 04 May
Turner Street, Lansing - 3pm - 2 Hours
Ron Crichton
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.
Beginners Soft Pastel Painting - Autumn Landscape
Saturday 17 May
44th St and Byron Center Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Kristen Pham
Join our Beginners Soft Pastel Painting class and dive into the basics of this versatile medium! Learn fundamental techniques to create stunning artwork in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Drawing for Beginners
Saturday 07 June
Ball Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 - 9:45am - 2 Hours
Kyle Faulds
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques including hatching or crosshatching. This hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners. This beginner's class will focus on fundamental drawing techniques, covering various methods to improve your art skills. Participants will learn about materials and techniques to build a strong drawing foundation. This beginner's class will focus on fundamental drawing techniques, covering various methods to improve your art skills. Participants will learn about materials and techniques to build a strong drawing foundation.
Beginners Soft Pastel Painting
Saturday 21 June
44th St and Byron Center Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Kristen Pham
Join our Beginners Soft Pastel Painting class and dive into the basics of this versatile medium! Learn fundamental techniques to create stunning artwork in a supportive and inspiring environment.
Note: Price difference is due to this event being a smaller group. Only max of 8 participants.
Beginners Soft Pastel Painting
Saturday 19 July
44th St and Byron Center Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Kristen Pham
Join us for a fun and hands-on experience where you will learn to create a cityscape painting using soft pastels. All materials will be provided, and all ages are welcome.
Beginners Soft Pastel Painting
Saturday 16 August
44th St and Byron Center Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Kristen Pham
Join us for a fun and hands-on experience where you will learn to create a cityscape painting using soft pastels. All materials will be provided, and all ages are welcome.
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Saturday 27 September
Coursey Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA - 10am - 2 Hours
Kristen Pham
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.
You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
Beginners Soft Pastel Painting - Autumn Landscape
Saturday 18 October
44th St and Byron Center Rd - 10am - 2 Hours
Kristen Pham
Join our Beginners Soft Pastel Painting class and dive into the basics of this versatile medium! Learn fundamental techniques to create stunning artwork in a supportive and inspiring environment.
