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Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL

Take your photography to the next level in this comprehensive workshop at Digital Photo Academy in Chicago. The course covers everything you need to know about your camera's functions and settings. A great chance to capture compelling images, plus pick up a special alumni discount on future classes.

(166) All levels 10 and older
$95
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Learn Photography (Intensive 1 Day Workshop)

Discovery Center See all classes by this school @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL

Build your photography skills by learning how your camera works and how to capture compelling images. Explore composition, lighting, black and white and digital color photography, aperture, shutter speed, and studio setup through practical instruction and hands-on exercises. Suitable for beginners and those looking to refresh their photography knowledge.

(312) All levels 16 and older
$59
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Digital Photography Live In-the-Field @ Driehaus Museum

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 40 E Erie St, Chicago, IL

Step back in time to the opulent Gilded Age with our photography class at the historic Driehaus Museum. Explore grand interiors and intricate details under the guidance of experienced instructors, learning techniques to capture the essence of this bygone era. Immerse yourself in a world of luxury and refinement, honing your skills to create captivating images that transport viewers to another time.

(166) All levels 10 and older
$135
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Earn 1,350 points
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Digital Photography Live In-the-Field @ Garfield Park Conservatory

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL

Photograph the beauty of Garfield Park through your camera in this immersive session. Capture lively flora, intricate patterns, and striking reflections while picking up techniques that strengthen your photography. Sign up for a distinctive outing in the heart of Chicago's West Side.

(166) All levels 10 and older
$135
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All Day Private Digital Photography for 1-6 People (Chicago)

Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ Location customized to student goals, Chicago, IL

Invest a full day in Chicago developing your photography with personalized instruction from the Digital Photo Academy team. Students explore a range of photographic genres under tailored guidance and build the post-capture editing skills needed to produce polished, professional-quality images from every shoot.

(166) All levels 10 and older
$675
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Beginning Smartphone Photography

  • Beginner
  • 16 and older
  • Earn 10% back in points
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  • 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
  • 3 hours

Start Dates (0) $46/person

  • Fee includes admission to the Arboretum

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Remember, “the best camera is the one that’s with you.” Whether you are new to photography or new to smartphones, discover techniques for getting great nature images with your phone. This class will cover the basics of using your smartphone to capture attractive images, provide tips and tricks, and recommend a selection of good starter apps for some basic photo editing. 

Notes: Held indoors and outdoors; please dress for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes.

Equipment: Please bring your camera-equipped smartphone or tablet to class with you.

Prerequisites: No prior experience required.


School Notes: The registrars office is the one who confirms registrations ([email protected]). They respond to emails Monday through Friday between 8:30 and 4pm. If a student registers through Coursehorse on Friday evening for a Saturday class, we will not have a way to confirm them.

Refund Policy

Refund requests must be submitted to the registrar by email ([email protected]) or by phone (630-719-2468) one full business day prior to the program start date. 

Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable within 24 hours the program’s start date. The Morton Arboretum cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program or for sessions missed due to student illness or other personal situations. 

Students will be issued a full refund in the event that The Morton Arboretum cancels a class for any reason.

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The Morton Arboretum

When Joy Morton established The Morton Arboretum in 1922, he envisioned a “great outdoor museum” of trees. Today, our living collections inspire visitors to appreciate, learn about, plant, and protect trees. The Arboretum champions the world's trees through plant collections, science and conservation,...
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