VANCOUVER
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 10 June
Vancouver Waterfront Park - 1pm - 2 Hours
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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$39      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 17 June
Vancouver Waterfront, Vancouver, Washington - 10am - 2 Hours
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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$39      
Technical Troubleshooting - Help Operating Your Photography Equipment

Technical Troubleshooting - Help Operating Your Photography Equipment

Saturday 24 June
Starbucks - 12pm - 2 Hours
Are you having trouble figuring out how to operate your camera? Sign up for this meetup to receive help! Every camera is different, even models from the same brand. An experienced photographer will be able to figure out and explain most any camera, even without having used it before. Pair an experienced photographer with an internet connection at a local cafe and you've got a troubleshooting master!
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$39      

Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 22 July
Vancouver Lake Park - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye. Flowers make excellent macro subjects.
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$39      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 05 August
Esther Short Park and Playground - 11:30am - 3 Hours
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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$76      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 19 August
Esther Short Park and Playground - 11:30am - 2 Hours
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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$39      
Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Saturday 02 September
Vancouver Lake Park - 1pm - 2 Hours
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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$39      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 16 September
Esther Short Park and Playground - 12:30pm - 3 Hours
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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$76      

Nearby Photography Groups

Street Photography Meetup

Street Photography Meetup

Saturday 24 June
Pioneer Courthouse Square - 5pm - 2 Hours
Portland Photography Group
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.
book now
$39      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 15 July
McMenamins Edgefield - 9am - 3 Hours
Portland Photography Group
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.
book now
$76      
Editing Techniques Meetup

Editing Techniques Meetup

Saturday 02 September
SE Powell Blvd. - 8:30am - 2 Hours
Portland Photography Group
This editing class will help you to understand the white balance, light, contrast, and masks. To enhance your photographs in the post-production process.
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$39      

Night Photography Meetup

Night Photography Meetup

Saturday 07 October
Eastbank Esplanade - 6pm - 2 Hours
Portland Photography Group
Come and join us to practice your photography skills by painting with light and creating beautiful compositions with traffic and building lights.
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$39      
 Beginners Mobile Phone Photography Meetup

Beginners Mobile Phone Photography Meetup

Saturday 04 November
McMenamins Edgefield - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Portland Photography Group
If you want to start in the photography world but still don't have a camera, this is a great opportunity. Learn about the basics of light and composition of photography using your smartphone.
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$39      
ABOUT VANCOUVER
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 Vancouver.

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Excellent class Emanuel was friendly and full of great information and very helpful
    5/5
    Ivan
    2023-05-14
    Extremely helpful
    5/5
    Kristin
    2023-04-30
    INSTRUCTORS
    Emanuel Gales
    Emanuel Gales is a photographer, filmmaker, and creative storyteller serving the Pacific Northwest out of Vancouver, WA. With 16 years of experience in photography and 10 years of practicing video production Emanuel is a master in using audio-visual media to communicate and enrich through engaging storytelling. He holds a bachelor's degree in Cinema and Media Communication from George Fox University, where he graduated with honors magna cum laude.
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