90 Minute Digital Quickstart - Compact Camera

This class is designed to be a quick and easy way to get great photos with your digital camera. We will cover the basic operation of your camera, scene modes, taking and deleting pictures, and several other options your camera has available. We'll also show accessories that will make getting great pictures easier and more enjoyable. $20 per person.

90 Minute Digital Quickstart - DSLR

This class is designed to be a quick and easy way to get great photos with your digital camera. We will cover the basic operation of your camera, scene modes, taking and deleting pictures, and several other options your camera has available. We'll also show accessories that will make getting great pictures easier and more enjoyable. $20 per person.

All About Exposure

Wondering what those so called f-stops and shutters are really doing? This class will take you in depth into the many aspects of exposure. Learn light metering skills, f/stop controls, shutter controls, ISO controls, and especially the balancing act between them all! $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class

Canon DSLR Photography 101

Learn the basics features of your Canon SLR camera. We'll cover the automatic mode and what effects the various scene modes will have on our photos. You will come away with an understanding of the menus, how to get the best results from your built-in flash and which accessories and lenses will help you get fantastic shots you'll want to frame. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Canon DSLR Intermediate 201

Moving beyond the basics, this course is for DSLR owners looking to fully learn and appreciate their camera. Topics include: getting the most out of the camera's metering and exposure functions, understanding histograms and custom white balance, proper lens choice, maximizing quality with RAW files, converting RAW files in the computer, and more! We HIGHLY recommend attending the DSLR 101 or Photography Fundamentals 101 class or have equivalent knowledge of you equipment and photographic concepts before attending this 201 level class. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class

Sports Photography 101 Field Shoot

Putting what you've learned to use is the best way to take better sports & action photographs with your Canon DSLR camera. We'll head to the soccer fields near the Waukesha store where Art's experts will be on hand to coach you to success. Bring all your lenses, lots of memory and an extra battery - you'll take a lot of great photos! $49 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $5 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Sunsets, Twilights, and Night Shots

Great sunsets and night shots can be easy... if you know what you're doing. In the classroom, we'll teach you how to control the exposure by choosing the right camera modes (even manual) to get great low-light shots. We'll discuss lenses, tripods and remotes and then go outside to practice what we've learned for the last half of the night. $49 per person. 

Receive an Early Bird discount of $5 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

How to Photograph Children 101

This class will share ideas that will help you create great photographs of children from toddler to the early teenage years. We’ll build your photographic skills in the areas of posing, composition, and managing light. Although some time will be spent discussing features and techniques common in most interchangeable lens cameras, owners of digital compact cameras will also benefit. This class assumes you have a good understanding of your camera and its various shooting modes/settings. If you’re just starting out, we highly recommend you attend one of our digital 101 classes first. $39 per person. 

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

How to Sell on eBay

Want to make some extra cash; or just clear out the basement? Selling with eBay is a great answer to both, make money selling your no longer needed stuff. We'll show you how set up a buying and selling account, list an item for auction/fixed cost, write great descriptions, figure out shipping costs, the secrets to getting great pictures to sell your item(and what's needed to do so), take payments via Paypal and more. $29 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $3 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Fireworks Workshop 101

OOH! AHH! Want to get great shots of those spectacular fireworks shows? Fireworks are one of the most challenging, yet one of the most enjoyable subjects to shoot. This 2-day workshop begins in the classroom, covering the techniques, camera settings, and equipment needed to get great fireworks shots. Then on the next night, we will be meeting at the Lakefront to get some just-in-time practice shooting at the Summerfest Big Bang fireworks show. $99 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $15 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Flower & Garden Workshop 101

Can’t wait to get stunning photos of all those beautiful plants? Our 3-day workshop will help get you on your way. The first session is in the classroom covering the basic tools and techniques used to get great close up shots. The second day is an on-location botanical garden photo shoot (admission to the garden included). The third day is back in the classroom with an interactive and inspiring critique session on the photos taken. $149 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $15 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Flowers Up Close

In this class you'll learn how to take great close-ups. We'll explore the special settings in your camera that will help you get excellent results automatically as well as how to creatively control your settings to produce award winning images. We'll talk about different lenses, controlling your light, white balancing your camera and show some "outside the box" techniques for dramatic effects. Although some of the class will pertain specifically to owners of detachable lens cameras, much of the information will be helpful to owners of a quality digital compact camera. $49 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $5 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Mastering Your Electronic Flash

Learning and understanding flash photography has challenged photographers for years. Let Art's teach you: how flash/light works, TTL and manual exposure for flash, and flash metering techniques. See how inexpensive flash modifiers can make a huge difference in your results. Bring your camera and external flash with fresh/charged batteries. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Next Step Digital Compact Camera Photography 201

This class goes beyond the basics. We'll dive into the many scene modes and what they do. You'll learn how and why you should use your flash outdoors, how to take great night shots and use your camera's Hi Def video mode. We HIGHLY recommend taking the Digital Quickstart 101 or having equivalent knowledge of your camera before taking this class. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class. 

Night & Low Light Photography

Afraid of the dark when it comes to photography? Never fear! In this class you’ll learn about camera settings, techniques, and accessories that will have you shooting great nighttime cityscapes, sunsets, and holiday light scenes. $99 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $10 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Nikon DSLR Photography 101

Learn the basics features of your Nikon SLR camera. We'll cover the automatic mode and what effects the various scene modes will have on our photos. You will come away with an understanding of the menus, how to get the best results from your built-in flash and which accessories and lenses will help you get fantastic shots you'll want to frame. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Nikon DSLR Intermediate 201

Moving beyond the basics, this course is for DSLR owners looking to fully learn and appreciate their camera. Topics include: getting the most out of the camera's metering and exposure functions, understanding histograms and custom white balance, proper lens choice, maximizing quality with RAW files, converting RAW files in the computer, and more! We HIGHLY recommend attending the DSLR 101 or Photography Fundamentals 101 class or have equivalent knowledge of you equipment and photographic concepts before attending this 201 level class. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Olympus DSLR 101

Presented by Olympus, and featuring the PEN E-PL1. Learn the differences between your 35mm SLR and your new Olympus Digital SLR. We'll explain what's unique about digital interchangeable lens cameras, how the digital format works, and how to use the basic automatic modes on your camera.

$20 per person.

Capturing Action Outdoors Workshop

Capture images of your children as they grow into sports, and wow your family and friends. This class will show you how to stop the action. Learn what camera settings will work best, choose the best vantage points, edit your photos for presentation, and find out what equipment will help you get the shot! 

After the lunch break following the morning classroom session, you'll meet up at a nearby skateboard center to practice the techniques you've learned by shooting skate boarders doing tricks. On the following Tuesday evening, you'll meet again at Art's Waukesha store to review your photos, and submit your best shots to a photo contest with prizes. $99 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $10 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Session 1:
Classroom

Session 2:
Photo Shoot

Session 3: Critique & Contest Submissions

Photographic Composition 101

The secret to an award winning photo is great composition. Learn to visualize and create great photos using all of the key elements of composition. Topics include lenses, isolating details, leading lines, patterns, shapes, and much more! $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Photographic Fundamentals 101

Understanding exposure and composition is the key to great photos. In this class you'll learn how to control background sharpness, stop action or create a feeling of motion by using the right lens & adjusting f/stops & shutter speeds . We'll explain how to make outstanding images by "seeing" a great shot. Everyone should take this class! $69 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $7 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Photographic Fundamentals 201

The next step in our Photo Fundamentals series. This 2-session course will cover topics like shooting for and modifying the histogram, ALL three confusing parts of depth of field, shooting in full manual, auto and custom white balances, how flash mixes into our exposures, working with TTL and Manual flash, and working with RAW format files. $69 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $7 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Photoshop Elements Series - The Editor

This class will begin by entering the full Photoshop Elements Editor. We will cover all the tools and uses including: fixing red eyes, color corrections, brightness/density adjustments, skin tone correction, retouching, panoramic stitching, group merging, and much more. Once we have our images ready, we will create custom slideshows, prints, and photo gifts. Lunch is on your own. $130 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $13 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Photoshop Elements Series - The Organizer

This 2 session class will teach you how to download, backup (to CD, DVD, & Hard Drive), organize, album, tag, caption, and set up face detection on your photos with Adobe's Photoshop Elements. We will also go through all the basic functions and layout of the PS Elements Organizer. Basic editing in the quick edit menus will also be covered. Lunch is on your own. $130 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $13 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Portait Photography Basics 101

If you want to shoot your High Schooler's senior portrait, this class is for you! We'll help you understand exposure and how controlling your aperture will let you blur or sharpen your background detail. Learn which lenses work best and what simple accessories will help you reduce harsh shadows. We'll teach you how to use fill-in flash outdoors and share posing techniques that will help you take portraits like a pro. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Video 101: How to Shoot Great Videos

In this 2 ½ hour class, you’ll learn the basic features, and functions of your video camera along with the fundamentals f composition, focus & exposure. When applied, you’ll be equipped to take great videos of the kids sporting events, concerts & plays as well as capturing family events like birthdays & holidays. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Sony DSLR Photography 101

Learn the basics features of your Sony DSLR camera. We'll cover the automatic mode and what effects the various scene modes will have on our photos. You will come away with an understanding of the menus, how to get the best results from your built-in flash and which accessories and lenses will help you get fantastic shots you'll want to frame. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Sony DSLR Photography 201

Moving beyond the basics, this course is for DSLR owners looking to fully learn and appreciate their camera. Topics include: getting the most out of the camera's metering and exposure functions, understanding histograms and custom white balance, proper lens choice, maximizing quality with Raw files, converting Raw files in the computer, and more! We HIGHLY recommend attending the DSLR 101 or Photography Fundamentals 101 class or have equivalent knowledge of you equipment and photographic concepts before attending this 201 level class. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Studio Portrait Photography 201: Complete Workshop

This workshop consists of the two Studio Portrait Photography 201 sessions - the classroom and the model shoot, at a discounted price. Save even more and ensure your spot by signing up early. There will be a 1 hour break on your own. We HIGHLY recommend attending the DSLR 101 or Photography Fundamentals 101 class or have equivalent knowledge of you equipment and photographic concepts before attending this 201 level class. $99 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $10 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Taking and Printing Photos with your IPhone

Want to learn how to get the most out of your iPhone camera? In this class you'll learn the fundamentals of iPhone photography, including photography techniques, and apps for shooting, editing, sharing, and printing your photos $20 per person.

Travel Photography 101

This class will help you capture and create memories from your travels. We'll help you develop an eye for great composition which can turn a good snapshot into a fantastic image. You'll learn how to adjust exposure settings for different effects, how to capture landscapes, scenery, architecture and "the locals" who make your trip memorable. $39 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $4 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Pet Photography 101

Don't leave Fido out of the frame! In our quick course we'll prepare you for getting great pet pictures. Topics will include speeding up your camera for action shots, controlling focus and exposure, how to approach shooting different animals, composition and perspective, and shooting animals with people. $29 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $3 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Family Vacation Photography 101

What’s more fun than reliving the past through photos? And the most important ones are the shots of the family at the lake, campgrounds, water park, Disney or wherever your travels may take you. In this 2-hour class, you’ll get great info that will help you take pictures you’ll cherish for a lifetime. We’ll discuss “future thinking” so you will know what shots you’ll ooh and aaaah over years from now. Open to owners of ANY type of camera, we’ll focus on recording family life through the years – the ultimate “feel good” for the future! $29 per person.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $3 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Wedding Workshop 201, including Business Basics

Session 1: Business Basics: This session covers basic business practices. You'll learn how to effectively promote yourself & gaining referrals, contracts and payments, equipment needs, shooting styles, the shot list, and pre-wedding activities. We highly recommend taking "Photography Fundamentals 101" or having equivalent knowledge of photographic concepts and techniques. Session 1 is $69 per person at our Waukesha location.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $7 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Session 2: Location/Model Shoot: For this session, you'll be photographing "bride & groom" models off-site at a local church. You'll learn to set up shots and use flash and available lighting - before, during and after the ceremony. We highly recommend taking "Photography Fundamentals 101" or having equivalent knowledge of your equipment and photographic concepts/techniques. Session 2 is $149 per person at a TBD location.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $15 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Session 3: Critque & Post Wedding Activites: We'll begin with a critique session of shots from the church shoot and review posing, use of flash & lighting, and reception candids. We'll discuss printing and how to ensure your presentation of the final prints and photo products will bring a smile to the bride's face! We'll give suggestions for client follow-up that will gain referrals. Session 3 is $69 per person at our Waukesha location.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $7 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Or you can register for the complete 3-session course. This 3-session course consists of the 3 weekly 3-hour "Wedding Photography 201" classes at a discounted price. At the conclusion, you should be confident in your ability to take great shots and present a package of prints and photo products that will thrill the bride (and her mother). The highlight is a church shoot complete with "bride & groom." $259 per person at our Waukesha location.

Receive an Early Bird discount of $20 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

Complete 3-Session Workshop

Session 1: Business Basics

Session 2: Location/Model Shoot

Critique & Post Wedding Activities

Wildlife Photography Workshop & Zoo Shoot 101

Presented by Tamron, this 3-session workshop will teach you in-depth lens and exposure techniques to improve your photos of nature.

Session 1: Classroom instruction by John Van Steenberg, expert photographer and trainer from Tamron. This 2-hour session will cover techniques to improve your photos in nature. We'll discuss lighting, composition, exposure tricks and which lenses to use in order to turn those nice snapshots into fantastic images. We'll spend a lot of time on wildlife shooting in preparation for session 2 – the Zoo Shoot.

Session 2: We'll meet at the Milwaukee County Zoo (parking and admission is included) for a day of shooting all the exhibits. LOANER LENSES PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE COURTESY OF TAMRON. Use the new 70-300 Vibration Correction lens, the 200-500 super zoom, or experiment with the super versatile 18-270 VC pzd all-in-one zoom. We'll have the super-wide 10-24mm and 2 different macro lenses to try out as well.

Session 3: Critique Session / Submission of Images for Photo Contest. Submit your best images andArt's staffers will show them to the group for a lively discussion on the composition, lighting angle and techniques used to capture the shot. We'll exchange ideas of what worked and what could have been done to improve the shot. Judging will take place over a 2 week period and prize winning shots will be posted on Art's website.Grand prize will be a Tamron 70-300VC lens valued at $450. Other great prizes will be awarded for 2nd-5th place. $149 per person. Receive an Early Bird discount of $20 if you register more than a week before the scheduled class.

One on One Consultation

Not able to attend our regularly scheduled classes? Looking for specific information about your camera? You can schedule one on one instruction with a Certified Photographic Consultant. These one on one consultation sessions are tailored to fit your schedule, topic of interest, and skill level.

One on One Consultation is $69.99 per hour, and by appointment only.

Contact us to schedule an appointment.