Photography Classes in Houston, TX

In this intermediate class, students become more deeply involved with the technical aspects of the medium, while at the same time beginning to develop their personal creative vision. Structured to offer a comprehensive knowledge of digital photography workflow, this class addresses everything from capture to process to print. Assignments include both...

Intimidated by your camera’s bells and whistles? Have no fear! HCP will help you take control of your camera controls. Go beyond the instruction manual: this hands-on introduction course will teach you about the basics of aperture, shutter speed, ISO & more! What to bring: Digital Camera Camera Manual Suggested reading: A Short Course in...

Learn about the principles of photography and how to use your camera controls for creative expression. This accelerated class will help you understand how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO work together to convey mood and motion in a photo and how focal length affects how the camera sees space. We will explore manual and automatic metering options and...

This class dives into photography’s journey from its roots to the present day. The 19th century covers the inception of photography: the inventors, processes, rapid growth, the American Civil War, and the post-war years until about 1900. The early 20th century covers Modernism and its photographers between 1900 – 1960. The late 20th century will...

Since the beginning of photography, artists have experimented with abstraction to create new compositions of color, tone, shape, form, line, and pattern. In this course, you will explore concepts and techniques used in creating abstract art with photography. Students will look at examples of abstract photography and its history as a source of inspiration,...

This class is an introduction to the understanding of photography as technology, a medium of expression, and creative practice. It covers basic concepts and techniques: camera operation, exposure, composition, resolution, and preparation of image files for on-screen and print use. Students will look closely at historically significant photographs...

We interact with textiles every day—we wear them close to our skin, decorate our homes with them, use them to carry objects, and even sleep within them. Textiles tell stories, and they hold memories. As objects and as a material, fabrics are personal and intimate. Join HCP instructor Kelly Webeck and discover the process of transforming your photographs...

This intimate in-person class will introduce you to studio lighting and shooting techniques for still-life and product photography. Throughout this 2-day course, Instructor Mark Chen will present students with a series of exercises, instruct students on arranging and photographing various objects and products, and illustrate how to approach their...

This workshop will offer instruction for people who want to learn the ins and outs of their cameras. Improve your skills no matter which camera model you own! Take this Course if you: Just purchased a Digital SLR Camera/Point and shoot camera Want to learn to make simple and creative changes to your pictures using the functions of your camera...

Discovery Green is a new public park in downtown Houston at 1500 McKinney St. at Avenida de las Americas across from the George R. Brown Convention Center. It was opened in 2008 to provide a performance and recreation area on the east side of downtown and an attractive entrance to the Convention Center. In addition to a small performing stage, it features...

When conjuring up images of Houston, many individuals who don’t know the city might not realize the myriad of photo ops that are available, from charming Victorian Homes and turn of the century stately architecture to modern concept parks and gleaming skyscrapers.  There are beautiful spaces with lovely fountains, historic statues, great oak...

Digital Photography Live In-the-Field @ Edith L Moore Nature Sanctuary The Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary is a lovely urban forest classroom which one can traverse in an hour but if you are a photographer, you can spend all day and more there. Whether creekside images or vibrant landscape photography, you can capture the flowers and greenery close-up...

Back in 1905 Houston populations was 44,000 with 80 automobiles to get everyone around, but not far away, Mr. Barrett struck oil and Houston entered the energy game. Still the zoo was not much to speak of with a collection of rabbits, raccoons, Mexican eagles, black bear, some owls, capuchin monkeys, prairie dogs and the beginnings of an alligator...

Get comfortable printing your photographs! This introductory class will equip you with the “tools” for easily and confidently printing your own work. Students will learn printing terminology and principles to successfully print images using Adobe Photoshop’s basic color management techniques. Students will leave this class having printed several...