Los Angeles Center of Photography
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The Los Angeles Center of Photography (LACP) is a nonprofit organization providing photography education and enrichment for photographers of all levels. With a wide range of classes, workshops, exhibitions, and community events, LACP offers a comprehensive experience for photographers to learn, connect, and grow in their practice.
18 classes with availability
AI Generative Imaging: Introduction to Image Making
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Explore the creative possibilities of AI-assisted image making with Midjourney in this course at the Los Angeles Center of Photography. Join a skilled photographer to learn how to utilize this cutting-edge technology and develop your own unique approach to generative art.
Nov 16th
7–9pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Apr 5th
6–8pm PT
Meets 3 Times
Words and Frames: The Art of Creative Fusion with Manuela Thames
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Explore the creative relationship between photography and writing in this online workshop. Experiment with typography, handwriting, diptychs, double exposures, and erasure poetry to combine text and images in fresh ways. Develop a cohesive body of work through hands-on exercises, group feedback, and a final presentation.
Apr 27th
10am–12pm PT
Meets 6 Times
From Image to Word: Writing Authentically About Your Work with Tim Carpenter (Webinar)
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Explore a more personal approach to writing about photography with strategies for developing artist statements rooted in your own images. Led by Tim Carpenter, this webinar helps photographic artists express the ideas, intentions, and creative impulses behind their work with clarity and authenticity.
Cyanotype: Wet and Traditional
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One of the early photographic processes, invented in 1842 by Sir John Hirschel, was the cyanotype. It is based on sunlight causing a change in a light sensitive emulsion brushed onto paper or fabric. Many of the early photographic images were called “sun prints” because they had to be exposed using UV lights, or sunlight. This is a contact print process, and you will need negatives the size you would like your final image to be. We will start...
Nov 2nd
10am–12pm PT
Meets 6 Times
Pixels, Paint, Pastel and Pencil: Altering Images
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In this 90-minute webinar we will show you how to extend your vision further and make your images total unique using a variety of art media to hand-color inkjet prints.
Photobook Masterclass: From Concept to Print
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Learn the complete process of creating a compelling photo book in this intensive masterclass led by a renowned artist, curator, and publisher. Explore concept development, image editing, visual storytelling, book design, production, and publishing strategies while receiving expert feedback to help transform your photographic project into a polished and impactful publication.
Oct 27th
9–11am ET
Meets 6 Times
Nov 3rd
9–11am ET
Meets 5 Times
AI with Adobe Lightroom Classic
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Discover cutting-edge advancements in photo editing with Adobe Lightroom Classic's latest AI features. Explore AI-driven tools for automated retouching, intelligent subject recognition, and seamless background adjustments. Streamline your workflow, save time, and enhance your images with unparalleled efficiency and precision. Unlock AI's full potential for stunning, professional visuals.
Oct 27th
6–8pm PT
Meets 8 Times
Nov 3rd
6–8pm PT
Meets 8 Times
Apr 13th
6–8pm PT
Meets 8 Times
Beyond Focus: Mastering The Art of Blur
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Discover the creative potential of blur as an artistic tool, exploring techniques like selective focus, slow shutter speeds, and intentional camera movement. This workshop provides essential guidance on how to use blur to evoke mood, embrace imperfections, and express a unique personal vision through photography. Expand your creative boundaries with expert instruction and hands-on assignments.
Oct 22nd
9:45am–12:15pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Design Your Own Photo Book
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Learn the fundamentals of designing your own photography book with expert guidance from Elizabeth Avedon. Explore essential topics like editing, sequencing, typography, and cover design to create a cohesive and professional-looking book. Through hands-on discussions and one-on-one feedback, you’ll gain the skills to bring your photo book project to life, whether for self-publishing or as a personal creative endeavor.
Nov 7th
9am–12pm PT
Meets 4 Times
The Artist–Gallery Relationship
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Join Nicholas Fahey of Fahey/Klein Gallery for an in-depth conversation about gallery representation in today’s photography market.
Slow Looking: Depth Over Speed in Documentary Photography
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Slow down and deepen your visual storytelling in this intensive weekend workshop with Jane Evelyn Atwood. Through portfolio reviews, lectures, field sessions, and discussions, explore the foundations of long-term projects, including insights from Too Much Time. Designed to foster presence and intention, this immersive experience is limited to 12 students.
Dec 4th
9am–5pm ET
Meets 3 Times
Shooting with Intention with Aline Smithson
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Elevate your photography by exploring the art of creating images with purpose and depth. This workshop guides you in identifying personal vision, crafting concept-driven projects, and interpreting the world with thoughtful analysis. Through critiques, assignments, and exercises, you’ll transform your approach, infusing intention and meaning into your work. Perfect for photographers seeking creative growth.
Jan 13th
9am–12pm PT
Meets 6 Times
Jan 20th
9am–12pm PT
Jan 27th
9am–12pm PT
Feb 3rd
9am–12pm PT
Feb 10th
9am–12pm PT
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Exploring the Art of Collage
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Discover the techniques and methods used in collage art from both historic and contemporary artists in this engaging webinar by Sarah Hadley. Perfect for photographers of all levels, you'll learn how to enhance your personal projects and create stunning collages without the need for advanced software. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the world of college.
Jan 6th
10am–12pm PT
Meets 6 Times
AI and Adobe Photoshop
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Master Adobe Photoshop and its latest AI-powered tools in this hands-on online course for photographers and creative image makers. Learn essential editing techniques, non-destructive workflows, color correction, masking, retouching, and image compositing while exploring AI features that streamline editing and unlock new creative possibilities. Perfect for building confidence in a modern photographic workflow.
Jan 12th
6–8pm ET
Meets 8 Times
From Memory to Story
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Discover the power of tapping into your memories and bringing them to life through vivid storytelling in this creative nonfiction writing class. Join Molly Wizenberg in this online workshop as she guides you in evoking your experiences and finding meaning in the raw material of your life. All skill levels are welcome.
Jan 13th
9:30–11:30am PT
Meets 6 Times
Street Photography: Capturing the City Spirit
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This introductory webinar will cover basic concepts of copyright law for photographers. Street photography is one of the most popular genres in photography. In this webinar we will discuss ways to approach it paying close attention to street portraits, and successful ways to to approach strangers. We will look at the work of photographers like Joel Meyerowitz and Helen Levitt, Baldwin Lee and understand what makes their images so successful. ...
Apr 27th
6–9pm PT
Meets 6 Times
Portfolio Development Workshop
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Take your fine art photography to a higher level in our Portfolio Development Workshop. Across six months, you'll polish your portfolio through monthly critiques, hands-on editing sessions, and focused discussions on branding, artist statements, and presentation. Gain practical experience sharing your work and using thoughtful feedback to ensure your portfolio truly reflects your vision. Join us to build a portfolio that speaks to gallerists, designers, and curators.
Mar 22nd
9:30am–12:30pm PT
Meets 6 Times
Conceptual Photography
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Unleash your creativity through the lens and learn to captivate viewers with deep, thought-provoking imagery. Discover the power of conceptual photography in this hands-on course that teaches you how to develop compelling ideas, plan and execute your shots, and tell a story through your work. Elevate your photography skills and leave a lasting impression on your audience.
Feb 8th
6–8pm PT
Meets 6 Times
Feb 22nd
6–8pm PT
Mar 1st
6–8pm PT
Mar 8th
6–8pm PT
Mar 15th
6–8pm PT
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Pricing Your Photographs and Inventory Management
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Gain valuable insights into pricing and managing your photographic work for the fine art market. This webinar covers market trends, audience-specific pricing strategies, and gallery structures while offering practical tips on editioning and inventory management. Learn best practices to effectively position your work and navigate the complexities of the art world.
The Art of Collage: Expanded Workshop
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Explore the dynamic art of collage with guidance from a seasoned artist as you learn innovative techniques and create visually compelling compositions. Experiment with materials, textures, and personal photos while incorporating tools like Photoshop and paint to elevate your work. This workshop is perfect for photographers looking to expand their creative process.
Reviews of Los Angeles Center of Photography
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Sharpening Your Photographic Vision with Sam Abell
It exceeded my expectations. Sam was such a gifted and thoughtful teacher. 10/10 -
Working the Streets: Street Photography Basics
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Death Valley National Park with Michael E. Gordon
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Introduction to Studio Lighting - Part 2
Hugh was a fantastic instructor; however, equipment was 1970's vintage and I was expecting current state of the art modern studio strobes. -
How to Choose Yourself as an Artist
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Pixels, Paint, Pastel and Pencil: Altering Images
Everything was great -
The History of Photography
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Portrait Studio Lighting
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Basic Photography
It was useful and I enjoyed -
The Contemporary Landscape
Not for beginning or amateur photographers. Too jampacked for personal guidance. Was told that class appropriate for all levels-to gain vision. Not true-every week critiques often were related to technique and editing, which I have not mastered, leading to an ultimate critique, which crushed me as a photographer. You will be compared to students with an extensive photography background every week. Instructor not a "teacher", more of a photographer with advise. -
Basic Photography
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The History of Photography
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iPhone Artistry: Fine Art Photography in your Pocket
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The 7.5 Things I Love about My Camera Phone
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Inside Photography 2022: "Special Guest" Previews
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An Evening with Sam Abell
The size of the class was manageable; maybe 65 people. What I liked about the participants was that it was a diverse group of all ages & photo skills. What do you say about Sam? Incredible photographer; probably one of the greatest living photographers of his generation. And he was so generous in sharing about his work and his views. I was not only inspired, but I learned a few things. I also felt challenged. And that's as good as inspired. I only wish the lovely facility of LACP had adequate parking. Parking was a nightmare. -
Basic Photography
It was an excellent class. Had lots of fun doing the assignments. -
Intermediate Studio Lighting
The classes were both incredible informative and fun. Great chemistry. And since there were people from all levels of experience, the instructor did a great job of explaining things to the less experienced while making it still relevant to those of us who had more experience. All in all a great experience, and I signed up for another class immediately. -
Shooting with Intention with Aline Smithson
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Basic Photography
Awesome class!!