Hunt's Photo Education

Edit to Print- Hunt's Photo, Manchester
2020-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
How do we edit an image to make the best print possible? Which images work for print and which do not? What paper should we print on? How should we edit for each paper? In this roundtable class, we will work with your images, discuss and process them, and discuss the printing process. We ask attendees to bring in three images on a USB drive (RAW, if possible) that they may want to print. We will review the images and choose one to edit in Adobe Lightroom and then send it to print.
Attendees are also welcome to bring their laptop to work on the images during class for submission. We will gladly assist on any editing you would like to do.
Attendees will leave with one print, 12×18 in size (printed on 13×19 paper) and a bit more knowledge on the process of editing and printing, not to mention the knowledge of how to take the photograph better in the field for next time.
This is a class that you can take as many times as you’d like. Since you’re constantly working with new images, you’re always working out new challenges!
In the class, we will have a variety of paper options to choose from, including Moab Fine Art papers. (The cost of a 12×18 or 13×19 print on fine art paper is $35-$40; the cost of this class includes the cost of that print!)
Come see your images, printed vibrantly in a large format!
To register in Manchester…

Coffee with Olympus- Hunt's Photo, Melrose
2020-02-21 09:00 - 10:30
Coffee with Olympus
Friday February 21st, Hunt’s Photo, Melrose • 9-10:30am & 10:30am-12pm
Thursday February 27th, Hunt’s Photo, South Portland • 10-11:30am
Join Olympus trainer Eric Sives for some coffee and talk about photography and Olympus! These sessions are all FREE, but registration is appreciated.
At these Coffee with Olympus sessions, Eric will discuss tips and tricks on Olympus cameras, and go through the ins and outs of your camera so you know where everything is. These sessions are laid back and informal. While these sessions are geared toward Olympus users, those interested in Olympus are also welcome to attend! (Coffee will, of course, be provided.)
To register for Coffee with Olympus in Melrose

Hunt's Photo Workshop: The Art of Food Photography- Hunt's Photo, Melrose
2020-02-22 09:00 - 15:00
Despite what many might believe, documenting our food isn’t a new fad because of Instagram. In fact, artists have been painting, sculpting, and using their food as a subject for centuries. Join Hunt’s Photo Education as we discuss everything you need to get started with food photography including gear, props, and shooting techniques. Next we’ll transition to a live demo as Emily Hojnowski styles, composes, and lights her scene all while she explains the “how” and the “why.” Then it’s your turn! We’ll have various foods, props, lighting, and backgrounds for you to put all you’ve learned into action. The most difficult part of this workshop is not eating our subjects!
Brief synopsis of the day
9am- Introductions, presentation on food photography
10am- Demos on lighting, composing, and styling food
12pm- Begin photographing food (provided)
2:30pm- Review of images

If you are attending this workshop, we will send out more specific instructions to you a few days prior to the workshop. Please note: Some slight details above can be subject to change. This email will detail any of those minor changes.
Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.
If you are interested in learning a little more about your camera (or anything else photographic-related) prior to the walk, we would love to have you for a Custom 1-on-1 class.

Olympus Clean & Check
2020-02-22 09:00 - 16:00
Bring in your Olympus gear for a free Clean and Check by an Olympus Service Technician during the event and get all of your questions answered. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to explore the latest Olympus gear & the many amazing features of the Olympus System!
Please be sure to register: https://olympuscleanandcheck.setmore.com/

Hunt's Photo Walk: Boott Cotton Mills, Lowell
2020-02-22 11:30 - 15:30
Join Hunt’s Photo Education for a look into the past at the Boott Cotton Mills in Lowell. In this workshop, we will discuss Subject Development, Image Composition, Macro Photography, HDR, Black and White Photography, and Architectural Photography.
The industrial revolution changed our country, and the world, forever. The use of water, steam, and electric power evolved textile production into a mega industry. The mills of Lowell, Massachusetts were a key player in the evolution of work production as they mass-produced textiles for the country and the world. Boott Cotton Mills in Lowell represents several period mills that offer a glimpse into textile production almost 200 years ago.
We will explore and create images that tell the story of these cotton mills. Join us for a creative day of looking into the past! Photographers of all skill levels are welcome.

If you are attending this walk, we will send out more specific instructions to you a few days prior to the walk. Please note: Some slight details above can be subject to change. This email will detail any of those minor changes.
Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.
If you are interested in learning a little more about your camera (or anything else photographic-related) prior to the walk, we would love to have you for a Custom 1-on-1 class.

Attendees should have:
Digital Camera
Suggested Items Attendees should have:
Tripod (strongly suggested)
Various lenses
Extra memory cards
Extra camera battery

Beyond the Basics- Shooting & Editing Landscapes- Hunt's Photo, Providence
2020-02-23 08:00 - 12:00
Landscapes are one of the most easily accessible subjects to photographers but this does not mean that landscape photography is easy. This class will help you prepare for (and feel confident!) shooting in the field and how to edit your images in Lightroom when the shoot is over.
Students are encouraged to bring their laptops with Adobe Lightroom Classic installed as you’ll work through the edits with the instructor on provided images.
Topics covered in this course:
-Dynamic Range
-Histograms
-Exposure
-Focusing
-Composition
-Gear
-Global edits in Lightroom
-Using graduated filters and adjustment brushes
-and more!
We recommend bringing a laptop for the second half of this class with Adobe Lightroom Classic installed. We will provide images for you to work on, which we will be demoing on screen at the same time. Please also be advised that this is not meant as an introductory course to Lightroom. We recommend Adobe Lightroom Basics as a precursor to this class.
Please be advised: Lightroom Classic is the only version we recommend for this class. Please make sure it is downloaded and make sure you can open it prior to arriving. Many versions of this software exist, including the similarly named “Adobe Lightroom CC”. It is in fact a slightly different program. While this program has the same general capabilities, the overall layouts of the two programs are very different. Please note that we recommend using Classic for this class.
To register in Providence…

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Edit to Print- Hunt's Photo, S. Portland
2020-02-25 18:00 - 20:00
How do we edit an image to make the best print possible? Which images work for print and which do not? What paper should we print on? How should we edit for each paper? In this roundtable class, we will work with your images, discuss and process them, and discuss the printing process. We ask attendees to bring in three images on a USB drive (RAW, if possible) that they may want to print. We will review the images and choose one to edit in Adobe Lightroom and then send it to print.
Attendees are also welcome to bring their laptop to work on the images during class for submission. We will gladly assist on any editing you would like to do.
Attendees will leave with one print, 12×18 in size (printed on 13×19 paper) and a bit more knowledge on the process of editing and printing, not to mention the knowledge of how to take the photograph better in the field for next time.
This is a class that you can take as many times as you’d like. Since you’re constantly working with new images, you’re always working out new challenges!
In the class, we will have a variety of paper options to choose from, including Moab Fine Art papers. (The cost of a 12×18 or 13×19 print on fine art paper is $35-$40; the cost of this class includes the cost of that print!)
Come see your images, printed vibrantly in a large format!
To register in S. Portland…

Beyond the Basics- Managing Exposure- Hunt's Photo, Hanover
2020-02-25 18:00 - 20:00
After learning “the basics” of digital photography, become more comfortable in the world of digital photography by taking the next step.
Accuracy in Exposure—the quantity of light—is of paramount importance in photography. One of the keys to maximizing image quality is understanding and executing the best exposure in your camera. This class makes sure that your whites are white and your blacks are black. Beyond the Basics: Fine-Tuning Exposure elaborates on how to read the scene you are photographing, what and how to set it on your camera, and how to obtain the best possible image by emphasizing exposure. While our Beginner class scratches the surface of these functions, our Beyond the Basics class goes over in-depth:
-Photographing in RAW vs. Jpeg
-Use of Aperture Priority vs. Manual modes
-Your Camera’s Light Meter and how it works
-Exposure Compensation
-Metering Modes
-Histograms
-Basics of Editing
Understanding the full-functionality of your camera is a necessity to improving your flexibility when photographing in a variety of situations. This course is designed to help you feel more comfortable about how to change your camera’s settings in those situations. It is recommended as a follow-up to our Beginner Photography course.
To sign up in Hanover…

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Hunt's Photo Adventure: Winter in Vermont
2020-02-27 - 2020-03-01
In any season, Vermont is a highly photogenic, bucolic combination of rural atmosphere and classic New England scenes. Red barns, covered bridges, rolling landscapes, and abstract formations of ice make Vermont appealing even during winter. Winter is a challenging season for all photographers, but it also provides ample opportunity for beautiful and rewarding images. We will explore several areas around Woodstock Vermont that challenge and reward photographers of all skill levels.
Some Locations We Will Explore:
Queechee
Woodstock
Jenne Farm
The Sugar Shack
Country Stores
Billings Farm
We will maximize our time in the field shooting a multitude of subjects as well as incorporating classroom instruction, critiques, and photographic assignments each day.
Skill Sets: All Levels of Photographers are Welcome
Physical Activity: Low to Medium. We will experience longer days as well as limited walking.
During this workshop we will cover:
• Exposure
• Composition
• Metering
• Use of Lenses
• Subject Development
• Creative Thinking
• Shooting in Low Light
• Long Exposures
• Use of Filters (polarizers and ND)
• Image Processing
• Image Review
• Image Critiquing
What’s included:
•Daily excursions in and around locations in Vermont
•In-field instruction at each location
•Image Discussion and Review
What’s not included:
•Transportation to and from Woodstock, Vermont
•Cost of food
•Cost of hotel (We will be staying at the Quality Inn, Quechee VT 5817 Woodstock Rd, 802-295-7600)
To make only a deposit, select the “Deposit Only” box below. All payments are due 30-days prior to the workshop.

Upon signing up for this walk, you will receive a confirmation email. This will list more specific instructions regarding this workshop.
Please read our Cancellation Policy before signing up.

Coffee with Olympus & More- Hunt's Photo, South Portland
2020-02-27 10:00 - 11:30
Coffee with Olympus
Thursday February 27th, Hunt’s Photo, South Portland • 10-11:30am
Olympus OM-D Menu Class
Thursday February 27th, Hunt’s Photo, South Portland • 6-8pm
Join Olympus trainer Eric Sives for some coffee and talk about photography and Olympus! These sessions are all FREE, but registration is appreciated.
At these Coffee with Olympus sessions, Eric will discuss tips and tricks on Olympus cameras, and go through the ins and outs of your camera so you know where everything is. These sessions are laid back and informal. While these sessions are geared toward Olympus users, those interested in Olympus are also welcome to attend! (Coffee will, of course, be provided.)
At the OM-D Menu class, Eric will dive into the menus on the OM-Ds and answer many of the questions you may have about the cameras!
To register for Coffee with Olympus in South Portland

To register for the OM-D Menu Class in South Portland

Macro & Close Up Photography Workshop- Hunt's Photo, Providence
2020-02-29 09:00 - 14:00
Too often we feel that our photography comes to a halt during inclement weather. However, there is ample opportunity to make use of our creativity while staying indoors. Many household items– cut flowers, books, antiques, jewelry, and glassware– all make for wonderful subjects while using natural window light. Every table in your house can become a landscape of opportunity with some imagination and creativity.
We will spend our day creating a variety of still life set ups, unique macro scenarios, and learning about the use of light and light modifiers.
In this workshop we will cover exposure, composition, how to use macro lenses and extension tubes, how to set up lighting, how to use light modifiers and more!
We will be bringing lots of props and flowers to photograph for this workshop. However, we found on the last couple macro workshops that our attendees value shooting some things of their own as much if not more than what we bring. So, while we will have props, feel free to bring your own props, trinkets, and other things that may (or may not) be important to you!

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Editing Using Capture One- Exposure, Layer, Color Grading, & More- Hunt's Photo, Melrose
2020-02-29 10:00 - 14:00
Capture One is one of the most popular and professional photo editing softwares on the market. It’s a complete photo editor that allows for extensive color editing, the ability to work with layers in an image, tethered shooting, and more in a fairly easy-to-use package! Capture One also boasts extensive camera and lens profiles for many brands, emphasizing not just Canon and Nikon, but also Fuji, Sony and others.
In this course we will learn:
•General program layout
•Basics of exposure controls
•Layers- what they are, how and when to use them
•Color editing tools
•Spot Removal Tool
•Tethering basics
Come join us as we explore this fascinating program!
Why choose Capture One vs. Adobe Lightroom? This program can be seen as an addition to or replacement for Adobe Lightroom. Capture One’s interface focuses on processing of images without having to create catalogs of images, allowing one to focus primarily on what’s important in images: Exposure, spot correction, color, and more. Capture One’s biggest advantage over Lightroom is its robust color processing capabilities, which allow one to work in a straightforward way to properly render color. Capture One is also one of the few professional photo editing softwares that is available to purchase, rather than Adobe’s leasing with monthly payments. But rest assured- We’re not biased! Our instructors have both Capture One and Lightroom!
We recommend bringing a laptop for this class with Capture One Pro 12 installed. Please be advised: Capture One Pro 12 is the only version we recommend for this class. Please make sure the program is downloaded and make sure you can open it prior to arriving. Note:The other major version of this program, Capture One Express, does not offer the same editing capabilities (specifically the inability to work with Layers). We are happy to work with you in a 1-on-1 environment, as this class will likely not be suitable for Express.
To register in Melrose

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Hunt's Photo Adventure: Cuba- Real & Raw
2020-03-07 - 2020-03-16
Please note: Despite the announcement of travel restrictions to Cuba by our government, we are happy to report that our trips will be unaffected by these changes. For a brief synopsis, please click here.
Quick Link- Registration information for March 2020 can be found here.
Simply put, Cuba is like no other place on earth. The spellbinding history from the early Carribean-Spanish explorers to the mid- twentieth century reads like a legendary novel. Life for the Cuban people changed dramatically in the 1960’s. It’s as if the country was placed in a time capsule for fifty years and suddenly emerged, opening the doors to all who wish to explore. One can certainly feel the complexities of Cuba’s history and the strength of those who call it their home. The music makes you dance and the arts convey the struggles and triumphs. The ranchers are as rugged as the untouched land and the cigars are worth the trip alone. Cuba is absolutely fascinating.
Hunt’s Photo and Don Toothaker want to welcome guest instructor Erica Robinson to this photography workshop. We plan to challenge you to slow down, think, observe, anticipate and feel each and every shot. Our days will be full of photographic opportunities, instruction and discussion as we experience a very unique look into the heart and soul of Cuba.
Your trip includes:
•8 days & 7 nights in Havana, Viñales and Trinidad, Cuba.
•Optional 3-day, 2 night extension to Trinidad
•24/7 Photography coaching, tips, tutorials and lessons.
•Round trip airfare from Miami, Tampa, or Fort Lauderdale, Florida to Havana.
•Cuban visa processing and fee (There is an additional fee for Cuban born travelers).
•Medical insurance while visiting Cuba.
•All airline and airport fees (U.S. & Cuba except baggage & excess weight fees).
•Ground transportation within Cuba.
•All accommodations while visiting Cuba (Private Bed & Breakfast with air conditioned rooms and en-suite bathrooms).
•Entrance fees when applicable.
•All gratuities are included.
•Experienced tour guides (English, Spanish, Portuguese and French speaking are available).
•All meals are included (two “mixed” National drinks). Due to the nature of this photography tour, some lunches may be light and “on the go”. Cuba has no fast food restaurants so we will do our best to keep the photographers happy and well fed while out in the field. Please advise us about any restrictions or food allergies.
Your trip does not include:
•Round-trip travel from your home to Miami, Tampa, or Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
•Lodging in Miami, Tampa, or Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
•Baggage fees for overage.
•Activities outside the tour itinerary.
•Travel insurance, which is highly recommended for all travelers.
Your passport will be required on this workshop.
Please note that this workshop is being coordinated by our travel agency. Because of this, please note that registration and payment are handled by the agency. Registration and more detailed itinerary information for March 2020 can be found here.

Beyond the Basics- Sports, Camera, Action!- Hunt's Photo, Melrose
2020-03-10 18:00 - 20:00
To photograph sports is similar to the sport itself, pushing the limits of your camera and lens. A knowledge of focusing, exposure, depth of field, composition, and more make for more thought-provoking sports photographs. Above all, photographing sports takes practice, control, concentration, and a knowledge of the goal.
In photographing, not every sport is created equal (for settings)! There are sports in bright, mid-day sun; there are sports indoors under a fluorescent, high school “sky”; there are sports with black backgrounds and sports with white backgrounds. How do we compensate in each scenario?
In this seminar-based class, we will discuss many of these topics for a variety of different scenarios and sports, including basketball, football, hockey, cross-country, and more. Topics of discussion will include:
-Basic camera settings
-Auto-Focusing modes and settings
-Lens options
-Thinking out of the Box!
Please note: This class is a seminar-based class that will be discussing settings and options, and not in-the-field. This class is recommended as a prerequisite to any of our Sports Photo Walks.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Lightroom- Brushes, Masks and Other Local Adjustments- Hunt's Photo, Providence
2020-03-12 18:00 - 20:00
In this advanced Lightroom class, we will guide you deeper into the develop module and give you an in depth guide to making adjustments using brushes, masks, and the cloning and healing tools. This course will focus heavily on localized adjustments and cover the following topics:
•Cloning vs Healing
•Getting the most out of the Brush tool
•Graduated and Radial filters
•Fine-Tuning color Adjustment
…And more!
We recommend bringing a laptop for this class with Adobe Lightroom CC Classic installed. We will provide images for you to work on, which we will be demoing on screen at the same time.
To register in Providence…

Beyond the Basics: Choosing the Right Lens- Hunt's Photo, Holyoke
2020-03-12 18:00 - 20:00
There are dozens of decisions to make before purchasing a lens or choosing one to add to your wishlist. Should you use a prime or zoom? Do you need a fast aperture? Why are some lenses so much more expensive? And why are some so heavy? There are even more basic questions worth addressing: What does each lens do? And there are some more complicated: Why would I want a 105mm lens vs. an 85mm lens for portraits? Join Hunt’s Photo Education as we walk you through all the things you should consider before purchasing a new lens.
Understanding more about cameras and lenses is a necessity to improving your flexibility when photographing in a variety of situations. This course is designed to help you feel more comfortable about what lenses should be used in different situations. It is recommended as a follow-up to our Beginner Photography course.
To register in Holyoke…

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Flash! Speedlights 101- Hunt's Photo, Providence
2020-03-14 10:00 - 15:00
This workshop specifically illustrates and teaches students to understand flash, how and why it works, both on and off the camera. Specifically, this class is geared at both students that are just starting out with flash, as well as those that have been using flash, but want to learn how to use it more effectively on the camera. Our workshop will emphasize how to best use the flash on-camera. The workshop will also cover light modifiers, gels and an in-depth description of how to make it work, including internal remote triggering. Speedlight photography is integral to creating interesting and dynamic photography. Any brand-flash is welcomed and can be discussed.
We will begin discussing camera and flash settings, then move on to photographing each other (as test subjects). For the second half of the class, we will have a model to photograph.
The following will be covered in this class-
•Settings on your camera
•Settings on your flash
•Integrating the two together
•Flash compensation- Changing brightness of your flash output from picture to picture
•Direction of Flash
•Using light modifiers with flash
•How to appropriately utilize your environment
•Mixing flash and ambient light
•Introduction to internal and external triggering
•Taking the flash off-camera
•Shooting with additional accessories
We will have shooting components to practice these skills.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Beyond the Basics- Lenses: Choosing the Right Glass
2020-03-24 10:00 - 11:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
There are dozens of decisions to make before purchasing a lens or choosing one to add to your wishlist. Should you use a prime or zoom? Do you need a fast aperture? Why are some lenses so much more expensive? And why are some so heavy? There are even more basic questions worth addressing: What does each lens do? And there are some more complicated: Why would I want a 105mm lens vs. an 85mm lens for portraits? Join Hunt’s Photo Education as we walk you through all the things you should consider before purchasing a new lens.
Understanding more about cameras and lenses is a necessity to improving your flexibility when photographing in a variety of situations. This course is designed to help you feel more comfortable about what lenses should be used in different situations. It is recommended as a follow-up to our Beginner Photography course.
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Beyond the Basics- Low Light and Night Photography
2020-03-24 15:00 - 16:15
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
After learning “the basics” of digital photography, become more comfortable in the world of digital photography by taking the next step.
Night Photography requires patience and creative vision. Despite the limitations of darkness there is still great detail and color to be captured through your lenses. Low light photography is equally challenging, but requires a completely different set of techniques. This course specifically covers these two very different yet aesthetically beautiful types of photography. While our Beginner class scratches the surface of these functions, this Beyond the Basics class covers the following topics in Low-Light and Night Photography:
• Exposure, Focusing, Settings, Subject Matter, and Gear
• RAW vs. Jpeg shooting
• Aperture Priority vs. Manual
• Live View and Manual Focus
Understanding the full-functionality of your camera is a necessity to improving your flexibility when photographing in a variety of situations. This course is designed to help you feel more comfortable about how to change your camera’s settings in those situations. It is recommended as a follow-up to our Beginner Photography course.
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Tripods! Tips & Tricks
2020-03-24 17:00 - 18:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
What’s the deal with tripods? Often, we get questions about what is important when purchasing a tripod and why we might choose one tripod over another. Even more often, we will be on photo walks and attendees will come with tripods that just don’t “fit the bill”–in other words, they wobble, they don’t get tall enough, and their end result (the photograph) isn’t tack-sharp. Even other times, our attendees are flummoxed as to how to set up a tripod.
But no longer! This course will teach you all about tripods, including what options to look for, the varying parts of a tripod, and how to use one properly. Come join us as we get you more stable!
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Editing Essentials in Lightroom
2020-03-25 13:00 - 14:30, 2020-03-30 13:00 - 14:30
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
You’ve taken a fantastic image and you understand the basics of editing in Adobe Lightroom. So what’s the problem? Have we made it good enough? Have we made the right steps along the way? How can we make it better? This class is all about editing one of your images.
Leading up to this class, we will ask for 2-3 images (RAW, if possible) from you in order to edit ONE of them in class. We will do this with each of our 6-8 attendees and in the end, we will have discussed a whole slew of topics that will (hopefully) make you a better editor!
We are constantly asked: Who should take this class? What if you’re new to Lightroom? Yes- because you’ll see the possibilities in the program! What if you don’t use Lightroom? Sure! We will be using Lightroom, but the concepts are very similar throughout other similar programs. What if you just use a cell phone or shoot only in JPEG? I don’t see why not! Just because you shoot in JPEG or with a cell phone doesn’t mean you can’t edit your photos. This is a great all-encompassing class, working out challenges for all levels!
This is a class that you can take as many times as you’d like. Since you’re constantly working with new images, you’re always working out new challenges!
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 48 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
At that time, we will also send you a link to upload 2-3 images.
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Macro 101
2020-03-26 11:00 - 12:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.

Too often we feel that our photography comes to a halt during inclement weather. However, there is ample opportunity to make use of our creativity while staying indoors. Many household items– cut flowers, books, antiques, jewelry, and glassware– all make for wonderful subjects while using natural window light. Every table in your house can become a landscape of opportunity with some imagination and creativity.
In this online class, we will cover exposure, composition, how to use macro lenses and extension tubes, how to set up lighting, how to use light modifiers and more!
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Beyond the Basics- Understanding Manual Exposure
2020-03-26 14:00 - 15:15
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
After learning “the basics” of digital photography, become more comfortable in the world of digital photography by taking the next step.
For some photographers, there is only the manual mode. But why is it important to shoot in the Manual mode? Are there reasons to use manual vs. Aperture priority and vice-versa? How can we maximize usability?
While our Beginner class scratches the surface of these functions, our Beyond the Basics class goes over in-depth:
-Your Camera’s Light Meter and how it works
-Use of Aperture Priority vs. Manual modes
-Histograms
-Photographing in RAW vs. Jpeg
Understanding the full-functionality of your camera is a necessity to improving your flexibility when photographing in a variety of situations. This course is designed to help you feel more comfortable about how to change your camera’s settings in those situations. It is recommended as a follow-up to our Beginner Photography course.
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Lighting for Headshots
2020-03-26 17:00 - 18:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
The saying “It’s all about the light”, could not be truer for photography. If you have great light, there is a good chance of a great image. But what is great light, how to make the best of the available light, and what if you could have absolute control over the light?
Join us for a survey course in lighting, with an emphasis on lighting for headshots. Discussed will be Quality of Light, how to recognize it, and how to control and modify it. We’ll start with available light, how to control it with reflectors, and how to augment it with camera flash.
Then we will discuss how to take complete control of the lighting with studio grade lighting, revisiting Quality of Light, discussing the size of the light, the direction of the light, and the color of the light. Starting with one light, then adding a second, then third, to achieve just the look you want.
The beauty of using studio flash is once you find the look or looks you like, they are repeatable. Instead of worrying about lighting you can concentrate on posing and expressions. So, the next time a portrait opportunity comes along requiring studio lighting, instead of declining saying “I’m an available light photographer”, say “Great, lets schedule a date”.
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Digital Photography Basics 1- Exposure, The Big Three Settings, Modes, and More
2020-03-31 11:00 - 12:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
Do you have a new DSLR that you have no idea how to use? Have you had your camera for 6 months, a year or more and want to take better pictures? Are you putting your camera away because you just don’t see the difference between your expensive camera and your smart phone?
Learn to fully utilize your cameras potentials! Harness your creative power with photography!
This is one of the first classes to consider when you’re getting started with your Digital SLR or Mirrorless camera. We will discuss Exposure (how light works with the camera), the Big Three Settings (Aperture, Shutter Speed, & ISO), how they affect your picture and how to set them, and what mode to set it to on your camera! We’ll discuss changing depth-of-field (controlling what’s in focus in the background, stopping or blurring the action in your scene, and many other basic picture-taking techniques. We recommend taking this class prior to Digital Photography Basics 2, which is the next logical step!
Join us to start learning about Digital Photography!
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Digital Photography Basics 2- Focus, Lenses, Depth of Field, RAW and More
2020-03-31 14:00 - 15:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
In a continuation of our Digital Photography Basics 1 class, this course continues by discussing more very important elements, including how to get better results with focusing, depth of field, photographing in RAW vs JPEG and more! This course offers an excellent opportunity to continue learning about the many elements of Digital Photography!
Join us as we continue learning about Digital Photography!
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.
Register here
*Please note: To register, you will need to disable pop-up blockers in your web browser. If you are unsure, you can watch this short video or go to this website to learn how to disable pop-up blockers.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Astrophotography 101- One Shot Astro
2020-03-31 18:00 - 19:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
Are you interested in astrophotography, but aren’t sure where to start? Want to learn how to capture dynamic images of the night sky and how to process them? Join Emily Hojnowski of Hunt’s Photo Education as she walks you through her step-by-step astrophotography process. The class will cover everything you need to get started: brainstorming an idea, planning the shot, working in the field, and processing the image in Lightroom. More specifically, we will also cover…
• Exposure, Focusing, Settings, Subject Matter, and Gear
• Aperture Priority vs. Manual
• Live View and Manual Focus
Understanding the full-functionality of your camera is a necessity to improving your flexibility when photographing in a variety of situations. This course is designed to help you feel more comfortable about how to change your camera’s settings in those situations. It is recommended as a follow-up to our Beginner Photography course.
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Editing for Portraits 101- Portraits in Lightroom
2020-04-01 13:00 - 14:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
Our Editing for Portraits 101 class will guide you through the what to do to your portraits, why you want to make these changes, when to use them, and specifically how to make them using Adobe Lightroom.
Adobe Lightroom is an exceptional program for editing and can work extremely well for photographers looking to edit portraits. This course will cover some of the basic techniques of editing portraits in Adobe Lightroom, including…
-Basic Skin Retouching
-Removing Blemishes
-Skin Smoothing
-Color Correction
-and more!
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.

Online: Basic Digital Printing (Printing with Lightroom)
2020-04-01 15:00 - 16:15
In response to COVID-19 and recommendations by the CDC of social distancing, Hunt’s Photo Education is presenting our new series of online classes! (Hey! We wanted to do it anyway, this just sped up the process!) These courses will be shorter (about 1 hour), online versions of many classes that we currently offer, plus a few new ones, and include Q&A at the end.
Below the course description (but before registration) will be a short explanation on how the class will run.
The time has come to tame digital printing! With the low price of excellent quality digital printers, what was once an elite craft is now much more manageable for the average photographer. This course briefly covers the basics questions of printing, including editing suggestions, color management tools and settings, paper styles and finishes, printing recommendations, and troubleshooting on how to avoid those nasty pitfalls that can occur along the way. Whether you use Canon, Epson or HP, the concepts in this course remain the same.
This class also focuses on printing using Lightroom specifically. Being able to print from Lightroom allows you to complete all of your tasks specifically in one rather than multiple programs. Even if you do not own or use Lightroom, the concepts within this class are fairly global and these concepts can be translated to other programs. We will also discuss printing using these other programs.
Registering and what is needed
After you register for this class, you will receive a confirmation email that you have signed up. About 24 hours prior to the class time, we will send out an email with the weblink for you to follow as well as information on how to access the class online. (It’s pretty easy, but we’ll walk you through it in a quick online video!)
Layout of the class
The class will begin promptly at the time listed. The majority of the class–roughly 1 hour– will be a presentation on the topic, followed by a short Q&A. During the class, you are welcome to type in questions in the Chat box if you have specific questions as they are asked. We will do our best to answer those questions, but if not, feel free to ask them at the end.

Please read Hunt’s Terms & Conditions before signing up.
