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Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Sunday 22 September
E Roger Rd, Tucson - 9am - 2 Hours
Richard Folsom
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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$47      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 05 October
South Stone Ave., - 9am - 2 Hours
Richard Folsom
Architecture meetup will cover photographing buildings with proper perspective and photographing details close up. Also going over how different lenses impact the final image. Buildings, sculpture art and how to obtain the best results.

Come and join me!
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$47      
Nature Photography Class

Nature Photography Class

Sunday 20 October
N Rancho Vistoso Blvd., - 9am - 3 Hours
Richard Folsom
This event offers participants the opportunity to photograph scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife in a natural setting.
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$92       5 places left

Macro Photography Class

Macro Photography Class

Sunday 03 November
West Rancho Feliz Dr., Tucson - 9am - 3 Hours
Richard Folsom
Learn the wonders of Macro Photography see how to view the world close up. If you don't have a macro lens try my 50mm macro, 100mm macro or use closeup lenses. You may already have a normal lens with macro capabilities. Many wide angle lenses also allow for macro distances
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$92      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 17 November
Vista del Oro - 9am - 3 Hours
Richard Folsom
Learn all the basics of photography while out in the field. Aperture and shutter speeds and how they affect your image. Learn how to compose a photo and how different lenses impact your image.
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$92      

Other Nearby Groups

Local Plants and Flowers

Local Plants and Flowers

Sunday 22 September
Rosemont East - 1pm - 2 Hours
Tucson Art Group
Jake LaCavera
Immerse yourself in a botanical adventure, learning how to draw local plants and flowers with simple, fun steps. Bring your own supplies.
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$47      
Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Sunday 06 October
Rosemont East - 1pm - 2 Hours
Tucson Art Group
Jake LaCavera
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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$47      
Paint and Sip

Paint and Sip

Sunday 27 October
Rosemont East - 7pm - 2 Hours
Tucson Art Group
Jake LaCavera
Escape the ordinary and embark on a journey of creativity and relaxation with our "Paint and Sip" class.

Transport yourself to breathtaking landscapes and idyllic destinations, all while indulging in your favorite beverages.

Whether you're seeking a memorable outing with friends and family or a serene solo experience, this session is tailored for adults aged 18 and above.
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$47      

Landscape Painting Workshop

Landscape Painting Workshop

Sunday 08 December
Rosemont East - 4pm - 2 Hours
Tucson Art Group
Jake LaCavera
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the beauty and majesty of nature through painting. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of painting, including color theory, composition, and brushwork. We will cover topics such as using light and shadow to create depth and drama, capturing the colors and textures of the landscape, and experimenting with different brushstrokes and techniques to create stunning effects.
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$47      
ABOUT TUCSON
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 Tucson .

  • 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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    The event itself was fine even though there was a scarcity of wildlife to take photos of. There were only two of us plus Kim. We had a lot of time to ask questions and show our photos to be coached by Kim.
    5/5
    Michael
    2024-08-27
    I thought this was an excellent small-group 2-hour workshop. Mr Folsom was generous with his considerable knowledge and his time. The choice of location was excellent as well, providing valuable insight into producing black and white landscape photographs.
    5/5
    Ken
    2024-08-13
    This class was a wonderful opportunity to learn from Richard Folsom, a highly experienced photographer. Black and white photography is new to me. I learned to be more precise and careful when composing and to look for images whose texture would show well. I was surprised by how beautifully some objects, such as cactus blossoms, appear in black and white, which opened my eye to new subjects. I enjoyed the class and glad I took it!
    5/5
    Pamela
    2024-08-13

    My husband and I had a great time attending this class! We learned about bird photography, and Sweetwater presented a lot of different photo opportunities to capture. Would definitely recommend it to anyone interested in bird photography!
    5/5
    Cami
    2024-03-25
    Kim pointed out various birds and shared tips with us.
    5/5
    Brett
    2024-03-24
    Richard did a good job of taking us to places I would not have found on my own
    5/5
    Butch
    2024-03-11

    I was happy to gain better knowledge of natural light and how to use it.
    5/5
    Renee
    2024-02-27
    I learn something new in every class.
    5/5
    Becky
    2024-02-26
    This is a great course. I have a much better understanding of the composition, lighting, and camera settings for improving my macro photos. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in macro photography.
    5/5
    Lee
    2024-01-02

    The Macro Photography Class turned out to be much more experiential than it was instructional. We simply set off into the desert/river bed with the instructor occasionally pointing out potentially interesting subjects to photograph. He also made comments in passing about lighting, but we did not really get into the how-tos of macro photography. The experience was beneficial and we all got some good shots of interesting subjects.
    4/5
    Photomoto
    2024-01-01
    I enjoyed walking around Tucson, getting to know some of the interesting and historical architectural points to photograph.
    5/5
    Becky
    2023-12-05
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Richard Folsom
    He has more than 30 years of solid experience as a writer and photographer for numerous Newspapers and for Magazines with McGraw-Hill Publishing. Richard has a fine arts background from university days and has written numerous stories about the arts and artist. He created publications for McGraw-Hill including Intermountain Architecture which is the only architectural publication beside Architectural Record in their system. His skills also include award winning photography which has enhanced his stories with beautiful graphics. Richard created a Photography Show for the Salt Lake Tribune 2019s Home and Garden Show. He ran the Photo Utah Show for 10 years. This involved getting speakers on photography from local Universities and from the business world. He also taught photography classes as well. His photos have won National awards and recently he had a show at the Oro Valley Library.
    His expertise is in Architectural Photography, News Photography, and Magazine Photography but the past number of years Richard 2019s work featured Landscape Photography, Bird and Wildlife Photography.
    PHOTOS
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Tucson Photography Group
    2024-08-07
    Title or Location: Tucson, Az
    When the monsoon arrives, the colors become so vibrant on the clouds and on the Catalina Mountains. I love to see the mountains blazing in color. This shot taken from my side patio....
    Credit: Kathryn Riggins Photography
    Facebook: Kathryn Riggins Photography
    Instagram: @mkriggins
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2024-09-16

    Tucson Photography Group
    2024-08-07
    Title or Location: From my side. porch looking at Catalina Mountains
    First big monsoon event in a while...not a lot of rain, but the colors of clouds in sky and on the Catalinas was magical!
    Credit: Kathryn Riggins Photography
    Facebook: Kathy Riggins
    Instagram: @mkriggins
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Tucson Photography Group
    2024-07-29
    Title or Location: Avra Valley Rd. Near the Airport
    Decided that night to chase the storm and I was optimistic on what might happen. Ended up with several shots and I gratefully that TPG chose this one to highlight.
    Credit: Moments Made Visual Inc
    Facebook: Moments Made VisualInc
    Instagram: @momentsmadevisual

    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Tucson Photography Group
    2024-07-23
    Title or Location: San Xavier Mission
    Chasing storms led to a stop at the mission. Under rainy skies, this little blot made its way across the sky
    Credit: Rhonda Royss
    Instagram: rjr_glue
    Savannah Photography Group
    2024-09-16

    Tucson Photography Group
    2024-07-13
    Title or Location: Front Yard Ocotillio Ranch
    Had an old stump we where going to burn set it out in yard birds seam to love it. Was trying for inflight photo with nikon Z8 800m 2000s f6.3 ISO 360
    Credit: Chuck Russell
    Ottawa Photography Group
    2024-09-10
    Tucson Photography Group
    2024-07-09
    Title or Location: T'ohono Chul Garden
    Two hawks were flying from a tree to the ground near the little cafe at T'ohono Chul. I moved to get closer....sitting in a chair about 20 feet away, when they both flew from the tree to the ground. Not sure if this was mating "date", or if they had a nest nearby (I didn't see one). But they landed and turned around and looked at (at least the grayer one did....think the other was keeping eye on the surroundings. I watched them for about 15 mins....but this was the best shot.
    Credit: Kathryn Riggins Photography
    Facebook: Kathy Riggins
    Instagram: @mkriggins

    Brisbane Photography Group
    2024-09-18
    Title or Location: Wellington Point
    Got to Wellington point and the tide was nice and low, the sun was blazing and about to set.I walked along the sand bar to try and get the right framing with the sun in the background as the surfers jumped out of the water.The photos looked quite bland out of the camera but once processed I was able to bring out some awesome colors from the sunset.
    Credit: Max Jerkic
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2024-09-18
    Title or Location: Horse Head Rock, Bermagui, NSW Australia
    Horse Head Rock is not accessible at high tide, so planning for a sunset shot in this location needs to be planned well. Photo was taken during a seascapes workshop that I was leading in Australia.
    Credit: Andy Yee
    Facebook: andyyeephotography
    Instagram: andyyeephoto
    Fort Worth Photography Group
    2024-09-18
    Title or Location: At home
    I was bored and tried to emulate the lighting from a cat photographer I follow lol. My cat actually cooperated and stayed in one location, but apparently was hungry...Shot with Canon R6 Mk II with 24-70mm. SS 1/200, Aperture f5.6 ISO 100. Flash is inline with camera and above at 45 degree angle.
    Credit: Marshall Gardner
    Instagram: @cowtownimages

    Detroit Photography Group
    2024-09-18
    Title or Location: Canyon X, Page, Arizona
    I have visited Page before, and been to upper and lower Antelope Canyon, which I much enjoyed. Wanting to see more, last year I tried Canyon X, and was not disappointed. I was able to bring a tripod, which you can no longer do in the Antelopes.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: Roy Goldsberry
    Herefordshire Photography Group
    2024-09-18
    Title or Location: Glen Beach Saundersfoot
    Woke up on holiday in Saundersfoot Pembrokeshire and could see the sky changing just before 5am. Grabbed my camera bag and ran to the beach. It was a morning to remember . Taken on tripod with Canon R5 20mm f8 iso200 @ 2sec exposure with polorising filter. Then used denoise in lightroom
    Credit: Ade Radnor
    Instagram: ade_radnor_photography
    Grand Rapids Photography Group
    2024-09-18
    Title or Location: John Bell Zoo
    Visiting the John Bell Zoo for the first time while visiting my parents. Enjoyed the zoo so much I can back the very next day. The highlight of my visit was seeing the Lynx kits running and playing in their outdoor habitat. I spend half the day watching and photography of them. In the photo, you see one of the kits finally taking a moment to rest but at the same time sees the size of my camera - Fuji GFX100.
    Credit: Robert Braggs III
    Facebook: Facebook.com/robertbraggs
    Instagram: Instagram.com/findingrb

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