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Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 25 May
Colorado Avenue - 11am - 3 Hours
Firas Aladai
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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$98      
Street Art Photography

Street Art Photography

Sunday 08 June
Arts District in Downtown - 11am - 2 Hours
Firas Aladai
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and unique medium of street art. Discover the unseen treasures tucked away in city corners across the globe. Engage in the challenge of capturing these urban masterpieces through your lens, positioned in bustling public spaces saturated with action and energy. Will you incorporate the spectators into your composition or focus solely on the art? The choice is yours. Deepen your photography skills while exploring the electrifying world of street art. The streets are your canvas and the camera is your brush. Join us.
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$49      

Nearby Photography Groups

Portraiture With Natural Light

Portraiture With Natural Light

Sunday 18 May
North Lake in Pasadena Ca - 12pm - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Photography Group
Paul Hopkins
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.We, as a class, will be photographing a model without any on-camera flash or strobe photography. Just the available light, we will walk through, troubleshoot, make adjustments and capture a portrait successfully. We will also learn how to use light modifiers like a reflector to help capture appropriately exposed shots in not-so-great lighting
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$49      
Beginner's Photography Class - Street Photography

Beginner's Photography Class - Street Photography

Saturday 24 May
Ventura Blvd Studio City - 10am - 3 Hours
San Fernando Valley Photography Group
Frederic Charpentier
A hands-on Photography for Beginners class focused on street photography, covering camera settings, composition, and practical shooting tips.
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$98       5 places left
Street Photography at Night Meetup

Street Photography at Night Meetup

Saturday 24 May
W Colorado Blvd - 8pm - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Photography Group
Paul Hopkins
Night Moves Street Photography After DarkStreet photography comes alive in unique ways once the sun sets. This week, well hit the streets at night to explore how light, shadow, and movement come together in low-light urban environments.During this hands-on meetup, well focus on the core techniques needed to confidently shoot after darkwhether you're capturing quiet candid moments or vibrant city scenes full of life.By the end of this session, you'll be more comfortable withDialing in camera settings for low-light environmentsUsing slow shutter speeds creatively to brighten exposures and capture motion light trails, ghosting, etc.Shooting in RAW for maximum flexibility in post-processingAvailable Light Scouting Learn how to "read the light" from street lamps, signage, storefronts, and cars.Creative Composition How to frame subjects in high-contrast environments and use reflections, silhouettes, or leading lines.Using Manual Focus in Low Light A quick tip session for when autofocus struggles.Color Temperature on the Streets How different light sources tungsten, LED, neon affect your imageand how to correct or embrace them.
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$49      

Watercolor Techniques Class

Watercolor Techniques Class

Saturday 31 May
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
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      
Composition and Motion Photography for Beginners and Intermediate.

Composition and Motion Photography for Beginners and Intermediate.

Sunday 01 June
221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012 - 10am - 3 Hours
Pasadena Photography Group
Michael Cobian
Explore the dynamic world of composition and motion photography, designed for beginner to intermediate photographers. Learn to frame compelling shots and capture movement with clarity and creativity.
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$98      
Landscape Painting

Landscape Painting

Saturday 07 June
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Join us for a relaxing outdoor watercolor session, where we'll capture the natural beauty of rolling hills, winding trails, and lush greenery. This scenic location offers a mix of towering trees, rocky outcrops, and open spaces bathed in natural light—perfect for practicing atmospheric perspective and color blending. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, this meetup is a great opportunity to refine your landscape painting skills in an inspiring setting.
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$47      

Horse Racing/Motion Photography

Horse Racing/Motion Photography

Sunday 15 June
W Huntington Dr, Arcadia - 12pm - 2 Hours
Pasadena Photography Group
Michael Cobian
Capture the thrilling energy of horse racing through dynamic motion photography at the track. Freeze moments of speed, strength, and spirit as jockeys and horses battle for victory! Note 10 entrance fee required not included in the booking fee. Free Parking.
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$49      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 21 June
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
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.
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$47      
DTLA Walk with Camera

DTLA Walk with Camera

Sunday 22 June
S Broadway - 10am - 2 Hours
Pasadena Photography Group
Michael Cobian
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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$49      

Beginner's Photography Class Sunset-Night Edition

Beginner's Photography Class Sunset-Night Edition

Sunday 29 June
E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA - 9am - 3 Hours
Pasadena Photography Group
Michael Cobian
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      
Plants and Flowers in Watercolor

Plants and Flowers in Watercolor

Saturday 05 July
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Join us for our Plants and Flowers in Watercolor workshop, where you will learn how to create stunning watercolor paintings inspired by the beauty of nature. Discover the secrets of capturing the colors and textures of foliage and plants, and learn how to use watercolor techniques to create stunning effects. Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and create your own beautiful works of art!
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$49      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 13 July
S Broadway - 9am - 2 Hours
Pasadena Photography Group
Michael Cobian
A walk up and down Broadway. 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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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Figure Gesture Drawing

Figure Gesture Drawing

Saturday 24 May
West Colorado Boulevard - 12pm - 2 Hours
Pasadena Art Group
Eugene Kuperman
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the essence and movement of the human figure through gesture drawing.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of simplifying the figure, breaking it down into basic shapes and forms to create accurate and expressive poses. We will cover topics such as exaggerating poses, building shapes, and drawing with accuracy.Note Please note that the venue will be in a museum and tickets should be purchased on the day. This is not included in the ticket fee. This event is also not affiliated with the museum, we are simply just choosing this as our location for the event.
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$58      
Watercolor Techniques Class

Watercolor Techniques Class

Saturday 31 May
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
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.
book now
$47      
Landscape Painting

Landscape Painting

Saturday 07 June
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Join us for a relaxing outdoor watercolor session, where we'll capture the natural beauty of rolling hills, winding trails, and lush greenery. This scenic location offers a mix of towering trees, rocky outcrops, and open spaces bathed in natural light—perfect for practicing atmospheric perspective and color blending. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, this meetup is a great opportunity to refine your landscape painting skills in an inspiring setting.
book now
$47      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 07 June
West Colorado Boulevard - 12pm - 2 Hours
Pasadena Art Group
Eugene Kuperman
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 and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.Note Please note that the venue will be in a museum and tickets should be purchased on the day. This is not included in the ticket fee. This event is also not affiliated with the museum, we are simply just choosing this as our location for the event.
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$58      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 21 June
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
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.
book now
$47      
Figure Gesture Drawing

Figure Gesture Drawing

Saturday 21 June
West Colorado Boulevard - 12pm - 2 Hours
Pasadena Art Group
Eugene Kuperman
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the essence and movement of the human figure through gesture drawing.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of simplifying the figure, breaking it down into basic shapes and forms to create accurate and expressive poses. We will cover topics such as exaggerating poses, building shapes, and drawing with accuracy.Note Please note that the venue will be in a museum and tickets should be purchased on the day. This is not included in the ticket fee. This event is also not affiliated with the museum, we are simply just choosing this as our location for the event.
book now
$58      

Plants and Flowers in Watercolor

Plants and Flowers in Watercolor

Saturday 05 July
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Join us for our Plants and Flowers in Watercolor workshop, where you will learn how to create stunning watercolor paintings inspired by the beauty of nature. Discover the secrets of capturing the colors and textures of foliage and plants, and learn how to use watercolor techniques to create stunning effects. Don't miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and create your own beautiful works of art!
book now
$49      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 05 July
West Colorado Boulevard - 12pm - 2 Hours
Pasadena Art Group
Eugene Kuperman
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 and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up. Perfect for complete beginners.Note Please note that the venue will be in a museum and tickets should be purchased on the day. This is not included in the ticket fee. This event is also not affiliated with the museum, we are simply just choosing this as our location for the event.
book now
$49      
Mindfulness and Abstract Watercolor Painting

Mindfulness and Abstract Watercolor Painting

Saturday 19 July
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Unwind and express yourself through abstract watercolor painting in this mindfulness-focused meetup. Explore color, texture, and flow as you create freely and intuitively. All skill levels are welcome—bring your watercolor supplies and enjoy a relaxing creative session!
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$49      

Birds with Watercolor Meetup

Birds with Watercolor Meetup

Saturday 02 August
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10am - 2 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Embark on a creative journey and join our enchanting "Birds with Watercolour Meetup" 2024 a delightful session where art and nature converge! This watercolour workshop is designed for art enthusiasts of all skill levels who share a passion for the vibrant world of avian beauty.In this hands-on watercolour session, participants will immerse themselves in the fascinating world of bird illustration. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this meetup provides a nurturing and collaborative environment to explore the unique techniques of watercolour painting. Our experienced instructor will lead you through the step-by-step process of creating stunning watercolour bird illustrations. Learn essential techniques such as blending, layering, and detailing to bring your feathered subjects to life.
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$49      
ABOUT LOS
ANGELES
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 Los Angeles .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    It was fun and informative. I am very appreciative of the feedback I got from Firas.
    5/5
    Cameron
    2025-04-09
    It was fun
    5/5
    Colin
    2025-04-08
    It was a good experience. We had the opportunity to photograph some nice and interesting street art. I found the feedback session conducted by Firas to be beneficial.
    5/5
    Chuck
    2025-04-07

    I really liked the teacher and peer feedback although that can be intimidating since we had some very talented people there. I also seeing how other people approached the same shot was equally valuable.
    5/5
    Greg J Navarro
    2025-04-07
    Firas was a great guide. I want to take more photo walks with him.
    5/5
    John
    2024-12-04
    Loved it. Instructor was interactive and provided lots of a feedback.
    5/5
    David
    2024-09-01

    Very very helpful class. I learned everything I wanted to learn. Instructor was extremely knowledgeable.
    5/5
    Bob
    2024-02-25
    Nice time with nice people!
    5/5
    John
    2024-02-11
    Loved it (except for the rain...). Firas was a wonderful guide. I appreciated the commentary along the way to help us see different aspects and ways to improve our framing. The photo feedback along the way was also fantastic. That helped while we were still out doing work to modify the approach in real-time. Critique at the end was incredibly valuable. I want to do it again now with all that new info!
    5/5
    Virginia
    2024-01-21

    Craig made the landscape outing interesting and fun as to what to look for and how to photograph it.
    5/5
    Glenda
    2023-12-17
    Had a great time and was able to gain some insight on lighting and practice one on one with Firas.
    5/5
    Jamie
    2023-12-11
    Firas is GREAT. Thank you for the details in learning photography.
    5/5
    Glenda
    2023-11-12

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Firas Aladai
    Firas is a filmmaker and a photographer based in Los Angeles, California. He earned an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His first feature film "Winter" which he made as a graduate student, was screened at several Art House film festivals after its premier at the Arab Film Festival in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

    Firas Aladai is available for private bookings

    Available most Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 6:00pm.
    Private tutoring for beginner and intermediate photographers. Portraits and events.

    PHOTOS
    Los Angeles Photography Group
    2025-05-08
    Title or Location: 4th street bridge
    I'm s a Swedish photographer, and long times Los Angeles resident. One of my favorite views of the downtown skyline. Long exposure, Canon 6DYou can see my photos at https://500px.com/p/StefaninLA?view=photos
    Credit: Stefan Olsson
    Instagram: ktownsweeeed

    Los Angeles Photography Group
    2024-11-10
    Title or Location: Galleta Meadows Anza Borrego
    We took a trip to Galleta Meadows Anza Borrego to see and photograph the Metal Sculptures created by Ricardo Breceda. This is one of my many photos taken.
    Credit: Arthur
    Facebook: Arthur Bohlmann
    Instagram: Arthur Bohlmann
    Los Angeles Photography Group
    2024-09-18
    Title or Location: San Clemente Pier
    A Beautiful December sky.
    Credit: Rick Boax
    Facebook: Rick Boax

    Los Angeles Photography Group
    2024-08-25
    Title or Location: August 16 2024
    I live in Valencia but never get out. It was a beautiful but hot day and so I just decided to head to the beach and shoot a few photos. The pier is so iconic for sunsets. I do wish there had been clouds to make the sky more interesting
    Credit: SHTravelPhoto
    Facebook: SHTravelPhoto
    Instagram: SHTravelPhoto

    Los Angeles Photography Group
    2024-08-04
    Title or Location: From the West side near service entrance of Magic Mountain
    This was on July 6th when the Coca Cola fireworks display was to take place. I had selected this spot thinking I?d get a great display on and around the Needle. That turned out not to be an ideal spot so I eventually moved but took pre fireworks shots which this was one of.
    Credit: Steve Hammond
    Facebook: SHTravelPhoto
    Instagram: SHTravelPhoto
    Los Angeles Photography Group
    2024-07-24
    Title or Location: DFlux Photography Studio
    This is Jojo, a Belgian Malinoi owned by Aleah Erickson who runs IHeartk9 in Riverside. She drove all the way out to the San Fernando Valley to have Jojo photographed at my studio! Captured using the SIGMA 35mm F/1.2 DG DN A Sony A7r IV Nanlite FS-300 Nanlite Pavotubes 30x.
    Credit: Anabel DFlux
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DeliquesceFlux
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anabeldflux/

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Gloucester
    While wondering around Gloucester in the evening a couple of weeks ago we turned a corner and this view just jumped out as an image
    Credit: Stuart McGowan
    Facebook: Stuart McGowan
    Instagram: stuart911s

    Toronto Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Toronto ON Canada
    I love exploring Toronto, where I've been living for a while now, with a camera, or more often just with a mobile phone. And looking for unusual angles. This place in the center of downtown on King Street always looks different depending on the weather, time of day, wind... This time I was shooting late in the evening and waiting for the flag to straighten out.Shot on a Samsung s21 mobile phone, edited in an editor Snapseed/
    Credit: Yuri Shvarzman
    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: at my house in Oconee County outside of Athens, Georgia
    This shot was taken along with 3000 others images on my first ever photo shoot during Covid. I hired a model I had seen and had come to do pool shots with another Photographer and he suggested I hire her and conceptualize the shoot. I?m not a professional and had no props but I bought some fabric and I used my leaf blower to make that effect. I periodically go back to those pictures and rework them with my iPhone apps for varying effects. You can see more of my work on Instagram. That day creat
    Credit: Cindy Karp
    Facebook: Cindy Karp
    Instagram: Cindy Karp iPhone Photographer

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-05-12
    Title or Location: Yorba Linda
    Thank you for considering my photo for Photo of the Week! I have a number of bottle brush trees in my back yard, and birds love the blossoms when they bloom in the Spring. I usually see numerous hummingbirds and sparrows, but I saw this gorgeous bird one afternoon resting in the branches. I was able to get a couple of shots off before it flew away.
    Credit: Jerry Devera

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