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Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 20 June
Pasadena - 3pm - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Photography Group
Sushil Jakhwal
Join us for a 2-hour photography walk exploring composition techniques. We will cover framing, the rule of thirds, leading lines, and how to arrange elements in your frame to create compelling images. Suitable for all skill levels.
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$49      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 21 June
Chinatown, Los Angeles - 10am - 2 Hours
San Fernando Valley Photography Group
Russo Mutuc
Join us for a street photography walk in vibrant Chinatown, Los Angeles. We will focus on capturing candid moments, urban textures, and the energy of city life. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your camera or smartphone and comfortable walking shoes.
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$49      
Black and White Photography Class

Black and White Photography Class

Saturday 27 June
Eisenhower Park - Orange - 10am - 3 Hours
Orange County Photography Group
David Eisenbach
Introduction to Black and White Photography. Discover what makes a striking B&W image through contrast, texture, and composition. We'll cover techniques to convert and enhance B&W shots, then practice in the field with guided shooting. Perfect for beginners and intermediates wanting to master monochrome. Optional group critique to review your images.
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$98      

Angles and Views

Angles and Views

Saturday 04 July
Pasadena - 3pm - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Photography Group
Sushil Jakhwal
Join us for a 2-hour photography walk exploring different angles and viewpoints. We will challenge ourselves to find new perspectives and capture creative compositions. Suitable for all skill levels.
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$49      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 05 July
Lake Balboa area, San Fernando Valley - 10am - 3.0 Hours
San Fernando Valley Photography Group
Russo Mutuc
Ready to move beyond automatic mode? This beginner-friendly class will help you understand your camera and take control of your settings while practicing in a scenic outdoor environment at Lake Balboa Park. Suitable for beginners and those wanting to build confidence with manual photography.
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$98      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 11 July
Eisenhower Park - Orange - 10am - 3 Hours
Orange County Photography Group
David Eisenbach
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       4 places left

Mindful Composition Photography

Mindful Composition Photography

Sunday 12 July
Silverlake - 10am - 2.0 Hours
San Fernando Valley Photography Group
Russo Mutuc
Join us for a relaxed photography session focused on the art of composition. We will explore techniques for arranging visual elements within the frame, using mindful observation to create more compelling images. Suitable for all skill levels.
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$49      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 18 July
Pasadena - 3pm - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Photography Group
Sushil Jakhwal
Join us for a 2-hour photography walk exploring black and white photography. We will learn how to see in monochrome, use lighting and contrast, and compose striking black and white images. Suitable for all skill levels.
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$49      
Black and White Street Photography

Black and White Street Photography

Sunday 19 July
Chinatown, Los Angeles - 10am - 2.0 Hours
San Fernando Valley Photography Group
Russo Mutuc
Explore the art of black and white street photography as we capture the vibrant energy of Chinatown. This session will focus on composition, contrast, and storytelling without color. Suitable for all skill levels.
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$49      

Flash Photography

Flash Photography

Saturday 25 July
Eisenhower Park - Orange - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orange County Photography Group
David Eisenbach
A 2-hour flash photography class covering indoor and outdoor flash techniques. We'll start at Eisenhower Park for outdoor flash practice, then move to Denny's for interior flash techniques. All skill levels welcome.
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$49      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 08 August
Newport Beach - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orange County Photography Group
David Eisenbach
A 2-hour landscape photography class at a scenic coastal overlook in Corona del Mar. We'll cover composition, lighting, and techniques for capturing stunning coastal landscapes. Optional critique session afterwards. All skill levels welcome.
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$49      
Black and White Photography Class

Black and White Photography Class

Saturday 22 August
Eisenhower Park - Orange - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orange County Photography Group
David Eisenbach
A 2-hour class exploring the art of black and white photography. Learn to see in monochrome, work with contrast and tone, and capture striking black and white images. All skill levels welcome.
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Butterflies and Bees

Butterflies and Bees

Saturday 20 June
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Discover the beauty of butterflies and bees through watercolour. Learn techniques for painting delicate wings, intricate patterns, and vibrant colours while exploring nature's smallest wonders.
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$49       3 places left
Huntington Beach - Park Overlook

Huntington Beach - Park Overlook

Saturday 27 June
Huntington Beach - 3pm - 2.0 Hours
Orange County Art Group
Suzanne Gibson
Join us for an afternoon painting session at Overlook Park in Huntington Beach. Capture the scenic park views and ocean vistas. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your own art supplies.
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$49      
People Watching at the Pier (Huntington Beach)

People Watching at the Pier (Huntington Beach)

Saturday 11 July
Huntington Beach - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orange County Art Group
Suzanne Gibson
Join us for a people-watching and sketching session at Huntington Beach Pier. Practice capturing the movement and essence of people in a lively beach atmosphere. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your own art supplies.
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$49      

Watercolor Art from Collage

Watercolor Art from Collage

Saturday 11 July
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
In this class, you'll use a variety of images to put together a design that you'll turn into a beautiful watercolor piece.
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$49      
Watercolour Postcards

Watercolour Postcards

Saturday 18 July
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Create a beautiful series of watercolor postcards in this creative workshop. Learn techniques for painting small, portable artworks perfect for mailing to friends and family or keeping as personal mementos.
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$49      
Surfs Up - Treasure Island Beach (Laguna)

Surfs Up - Treasure Island Beach (Laguna)

Sunday 26 July
Laguna Beach - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orange County Art Group
Suzanne Gibson
Join us for a morning painting session at Treasure Island Beach in Laguna. Capture the beautiful surf and coastal scenery. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your own art supplies.
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$49      

Dreamy Skies & Sunsets Watercolor

Dreamy Skies & Sunsets Watercolor

Saturday 01 August
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Capture the magic of dreamy skies and vibrant sunsets in this watercolour workshop. Learn techniques for blending warm sunset tones, painting fluffy clouds, and creating atmospheric gradients that evoke emotion and wonder.
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$49      
Mini Family Portraits

Mini Family Portraits

Saturday 15 August
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
A beginner-friendly class guiding students through creating a series of small watercolor portraits of people they love. You can even purchase mini frames if you'd like!
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$49      
Floral Arrangements & Splattering

Floral Arrangements & Splattering

Saturday 22 August
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Pop-art-inspired floral watercolor painting using splattering techniques to make the flowers really stand out.
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$49      

Watercolors & Kandinsky

Watercolors & Kandinsky

Saturday 29 August
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
Using music as inspiration, we'll create small abstract watercolor journeys inspired by Wassily Kandinsky and expressive color.
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$49      
Watercolor Techniques

Watercolor Techniques

Saturday 12 September
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
A playful class focused on watercolor experimentation—bubbles, scratching, lifting, splattering, layering, and other techniques that create texture and unexpected effects.
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$49      
Rocks, Soil & Budding Plants

Rocks, Soil & Budding Plants

Saturday 19 September
Almansor St, Alhambra, CA 91801 - 10:30am - 2.0 Hours
San Gabriel Watercolor Group
Meira Goodfriend
An up-close look at nature through watercolor, focusing on rocks, earth, roots, and small budding plants. This class will explore texture, abstraction, and organic forms.
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$49      

ABOUT SANTA
MONICA
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 Santa Monica .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I've never been to this location and was happy to explore it.
    5/5
    Julie
    2026-01-25
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Arvind Vallabh
    "With a background rooted in the precision of Landscape and Macro photography, my digital art is an exploration of color as I perceive it 2014vibrant, intentional, and emotive. Having been honored as a Kodak Photographer of the Year and featured in various global publications, I've dedicated my career to capturing the world's finer details.
    Beyond the lens, I am passionate about empowering others to realize their own creative visions. I believe that shared knowledge is the ultimate catalyst for artistic fulfillment. Explore my gallery today and immerse yourself in a collection of moments designed to endure for a lifetime."
    www.AVFineArt.com

    Arvind Vallabh is available for private bookings

    Available most Saturdays from 3 pm until 7 pm.
    Private tutoring, Landscape, Macro, strobe, and natural lighting

    PHOTOS
    Austin Photography Society
    2026-06-16
    Title or Location: Murphy park, Taylor. TX.
    "Stormy flight". Western Cattle Egrets. There is a large colony of bird's at this location. where they nest each year. (Hundreds) They often take flight in a large group.
    Credit: Stephen Morley
    Facebook: Stephen Morley Photography

    Sacramento Photography Group
    2026-06-15
    Title or Location: Horton Iris Farm
    I enjoyed a photowalk event with Laurie Gallant and the Sacramento Photography group visiting Horton's Iris Farm. I always bring my Infrared camera with me in hopes of getting some good IR shots. When I saw the old red truck, I HAD to shoot it in IR! This is one of my favorite shots from that day and will go into my portfolio for sure!
    Credit: Jaye Haleryn
    Facebook: Jaye Haleryn Photography
    Northumberland Photography Group
    2026-06-15
    Title or Location: Circular Quay Sydney Australia
    I was on holiday in Sydney and I went to Circular Quay to take some night time photos, when I saw that the opera house was lit up. I took a couple of photos ,then went to change my lens.By the time I had done this I saw the lights on the opera house had gone out. I then realised it was a rehearsal for Vivid a Sydney winter light show which takes place around the harbour.
    Credit: David Jackson

    Tampa Photography Group
    2026-06-15
    Title or Location: Myakka River State Park, Sarasota
    This was part of a video/photo assignment I did few years ago before my retirement about Florida Vultures, "nature clean-up crews". These are a very interesting and important creatures, they clean dead animals thus preventing the spread of serious diseases.
    Credit: Nino Giannotti

    Mornington Photography Group
    2026-06-15
    Title or Location: Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park
    During the visit to the Moonlit Sanctuary Park I entered the reptiles hut and spotted this baby croc floating with only the eyes emerging from the water. It seemed just like the adult ones I had seen in Queensland, so I tried to recreate the situation as in the wild.Happy about the result.Shot with Canon RP and Canon RF 85mm f:2. Raw file elaborated with ON1 Raw Photo professional
    Credit: Giorgio Billi
    Instagram: giorgiobilli
    Oxford Photography Group
    2026-06-14
    Title or Location: Chester Zoo
    I use photography to help with my mental health and I love capturing the Chimpanzees and most primates due to how expressive they are. Many of my images that I post (like this one) are to represent how I am feeling at that moment in time.
    Credit: Darren Cammock
    Facebook: @darrencammock
    Instagram: @darrencammock

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