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Upcoming Events

Walk with Camera

Walk with Camera

Saturday 24 May
Pilot Hill, Ca 95664 - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Join us for a walk-with-camera event focused on exposure bracketing in landscape photography, where you'll capture multiple shots at different exposures to enhance detail. Explore scenic locations and learn how to balance highlights and shadows for stunning compositions.
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$47       4 places left
River Views

River Views

Saturday 07 June
Folsom, Ca - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Join us for an event along the North Fork of the American River, capturing its stunning landscapes and natural beauty. Learn techniques to compose breathtaking shots while exploring this scenic waterway.
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$47       4 places left
Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 21 June
Woodland, Ca - 8am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.The class will start when the insects are more active. So be ready to explore and capture breathe-taking macro images.
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$47      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 28 June
Vernon St, Roseville - 10am - 3 Hours
Laurie Gallant
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.
book now
$92       4 places left
Hyper Focal Distance Techniques

Hyper Focal Distance Techniques

Saturday 12 July
Orangevale, Ca - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Join us for a hands-on session on practicing hyperfocal distance to ensure maximum sharpness throughout your images. Learn how to achieve full-scene focus for stunning photography.
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$49      
Birds and Nature

Birds and Nature

Saturday 26 July
Sacramento, Ca. - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Join us for a photography session where we'll capture the beauty of birds, water, and landscapes in nature. Bring your camera manual if needed, and wear a hat and sturdy shoes.
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$49      

Landscapes in Nature

Landscapes in Nature

Saturday 09 August
Winters, Ca - 9am - 2 Hours
Laurie Gallant
Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 16 August
Vernon St, Roseville - 10am - 3 Hours
Laurie Gallant
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.
book now
$98      

Nearby Photography Groups

Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Sunday 18 May
Land Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This beginner acrylic painting class will introduce you to the fundamentals of acrylic paints, including color mixing, brush techniques, and basic composition, all while encouraging creative exploration and fun.
book now
$47       5 places left
Shallow Depth of Field

Shallow Depth of Field

Saturday 31 May
Elk Grove, CA - 10am - 2 Hours
Roseville Photography Group
Eric Vinluan
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance. We will cover topics such as using a shallow depth of field to create a mood, blurring out distracting backgrounds, and how to use a shallow depth of field to give a bokeh effect behind our subjects to make them pop.
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$47      
Oil Painting for Beginners

Oil Painting for Beginners

Sunday 01 June
Land Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This beginner oil painting painting class will introduce you to the fundamentals of oil paints, including color mixing, brush techniques, and basic composition, all while encouraging creative exploration and fun.
book now
$47      

Black and White Photography Meetup Capturing Light and Shadows

Black and White Photography Meetup Capturing Light and Shadows

Saturday 14 June
Royer Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Roseville Photography Group
Eric Vinluan
Discover the art of black-and-white photography in this inspiring meetup. We'll focus on how to use light, shadows, and textures to create striking monochrome images. Royer Park's variety of natural and urban features offers an excellent setting for experimenting with contrasts and tones.
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$47      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Sunday 15 June
Land Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
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      
Outdoor Portraits using Natural Light

Outdoor Portraits using Natural Light

Saturday 28 June
Elk Grove, CA - 9am - 2 Hours
Roseville Photography Group
Eric Vinluan
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background composition. On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.You will preferably need a prime 50mm or longer lens or a zoom lens. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.Note Please bring a family member or a friend as your modelNote Please bring a family member or a friend as your model

Note: Please bring a family member or a friend as your model
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$47      

Portrait Sketching

Portrait Sketching

Sunday 29 June
Fair Oaks Blvd - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This class will equip students with fundamental drawing skills and techniques to confidently create portraits, focusing on observation, basic facial anatomy, and capturing likeness through simple, approachable methods.
book now
$47      
Birds with Watercolor

Birds with Watercolor

Sunday 13 July
William Land Park - 1pm - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This watercolor painting class focuses on learning to depict birds with various techniques, including sketching, color mixing, and brushwork, while exploring the unique qualities of watercolor for capturing light and texture.
book now
$49      
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Sunday 27 July
Fair Oaks Blvd - 8am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
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.
book now
$49      

Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Sunday 10 August
Fair Oaks Blvd - 8am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Painting with Watercolors class. Immerse yourself in the fluidity and transparency of watercolor paints, allowing your creativity to flow freely onto paper. This class is an invitation to explore the unique qualities of watercolors, from delicate washes to bold strokes, as you learn essential techniques and unleash your imagination. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through the mesmerizing world of watercolor painting, fostering a supportive environment for growth and self-expression. Join us for a transformative journey where you can cultivate your skills, discover the joy of painting, and create stunning, evocative artworks with the timeless beauty of watercolors.
book now
$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Sunday 18 May
Land Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This beginner acrylic painting class will introduce you to the fundamentals of acrylic paints, including color mixing, brush techniques, and basic composition, all while encouraging creative exploration and fun.
book now
$47       5 places left
 Negative Space in Watercolor

Negative Space in Watercolor

Saturday 31 May
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
Laura Laughlin
Discover the art of painting with water-based pigments while exploring negative space techniques using plants! In this hands-on meetup, we'll create beautiful relief-style prints by placing leaves and other natural elements onto paper, allowing their shapes to emerge through color washes. Perfect for all skill levels, this session will help you experiment with composition, contrast, and the expressive potential of negative space in watercolor. Bring your supplies and enjoy a creative exploration of nature-inspired painting!
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$47      
Oil Painting for Beginners

Oil Painting for Beginners

Sunday 01 June
Land Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This beginner oil painting painting class will introduce you to the fundamentals of oil paints, including color mixing, brush techniques, and basic composition, all while encouraging creative exploration and fun.
book now
$47      

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 14 June
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
Laura Laughlin
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
book now
$47       0 places left
Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Sunday 15 June
Land Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
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.
book now
$47      
Watercolour Techniques Class

Watercolour Techniques Class

Saturday 28 June
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
Laura Laughlin
In this immersive workshop, we will explore three essential watercolour techniques 'Wet on Dry,' 'Wet on Wet,' and watercolour washes. Our talented instructor will guide you through each technique step by step, providing demonstrations and personalized feedback to help you master the art of watercolour painting. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class is designed to enhance your skills and unleash your creativity.
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$47       4 places left

Portrait Sketching

Portrait Sketching

Sunday 29 June
Fair Oaks Blvd - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This class will equip students with fundamental drawing skills and techniques to confidently create portraits, focusing on observation, basic facial anatomy, and capturing likeness through simple, approachable methods.
book now
$47      
Birds with Watercolor

Birds with Watercolor

Sunday 13 July
William Land Park - 1pm - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
This watercolor painting class focuses on learning to depict birds with various techniques, including sketching, color mixing, and brushwork, while exploring the unique qualities of watercolor for capturing light and texture.
book now
$49      
Mixed Media Water Based Painting

Mixed Media Water Based Painting

Saturday 26 July
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
Laura Laughlin
Free your creativity with exploration of conventional and unconventional painting tools!
Do you have a painting tool you have wanted to try or master?
Bring it!
Do you have a great set of water based paint like gouache or water color pencils?
Bring them!
Let's explore our creativity and make something fun and beautiful!
This will be a self led explorative painting and will not be a follow-along, copying class.
book now
$49      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Sunday 27 July
Fair Oaks Blvd - 8am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
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.
book now
$49      
Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Painting with Watercolors Meetup

Sunday 10 August
Fair Oaks Blvd - 8am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Emma Brown
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Painting with Watercolors class. Immerse yourself in the fluidity and transparency of watercolor paints, allowing your creativity to flow freely onto paper. This class is an invitation to explore the unique qualities of watercolors, from delicate washes to bold strokes, as you learn essential techniques and unleash your imagination. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through the mesmerizing world of watercolor painting, fostering a supportive environment for growth and self-expression. Join us for a transformative journey where you can cultivate your skills, discover the joy of painting, and create stunning, evocative artworks with the timeless beauty of watercolors.
book now
$49      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 30 August
Gloria Dr, Sacramento - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
Laura Laughlin
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
book now
$49      

ABOUT SACRAMENTO
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 Sacramento .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    A warm day, and riparian sites. Interesting composition possibilities, and Laurie lending a strong hand to the beginners.
    5/5
    Ed
    2025-05-11
    The cemetery had lots of good old fashion character. Almost straight out of the old west. Add to that a cold, cloudy, and rainy day, and you have a great photo opportunity.
    5/5
    Ed
    2025-04-27
    A great day for photography. We were fortunate that the vernal pools were still present -- a week or two later and they would have evaporated. Laurie's guidance was very helpful and much appreciated.
    5/5
    George
    2025-04-23

    First time I joined this group and was very happy with the friendliness and welcoming nature of the group. Will definitely go out on future outings with this group.
    5/5
    Uday
    2025-04-20
    Great day. The vernal pools were at their peak.
    5/5
    Randy
    2025-04-20
    Nice to have flowers available. Host is always friendly and ready to help others.
    5/5
    David
    2025-04-20

    Picture perfect day with many photo ops at tbd UCD Arboretum
    5/5
    Ed
    2025-04-13
    Great even without the redbuds flowering. Lots of flowers.
    5/5
    Randy
    2025-04-13
    Thoroughly enjoyable. Laurie was at the meeting point prior to my arrival and started with a brief introduction and discussion about shooting modes, exposure triangle, aperture and the relationship between f -stops, shutter speed and ISO. She then discussed what my expectations were before helping fine tune my camera settings and practice manual shooting. Would highly recommend this intro class, Pleasant and stress free .
    5/5
    Tony
    2025-04-07

    Great outing.
    5/5
    Randy
    2025-03-30
    Many black and white photo ops. You could literally speed all day in on spot (almost).
    5/5
    Ed
    2025-03-30
    Laurie challenged us to think about light and shadow. I got a homework assignment (done!), and I am looking forward to the critique of some photos when I have finished processing them. I enjoy being with a group of dedicated photographers.
    5/5
    Jim
    2025-03-30

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Laurie Gallant
    Laurie Gallant is a professional photographer from San Francisco with over 40 years experience. She specializes in Portrait and Pictorial Photography. Laurie now lives in the Sacramento area and loves planning adventures for the Sacramento Photography Group. Her philosophy of Intention and Encouragement works well during these wonderful workshops with like minded creatives.

    Laurie Gallant is available for private bookings

    Available by appointment. Saturdays
    Private tutoring, location shoot, portrait posing assistance.

    PHOTOS
    Sacramento Photography Group
    2025-03-11
    Title or Location: Autumn in Amador Wine Country
    A panoramic view of vineyards in Amador wine country from the terrace of Ironhub Winery
    Credit: Abhi Kulkarni
    Instagram: Photoholic1975

    Sacramento Photography Group
    2025-01-25
    Title or Location: West Sacramento
    This pond across the street from my house is a favorite spot of mine for sunsets
    Credit: Abhi Kulkarni
    Instagram: Photoholic1975
    Sacramento Photography Group
    2025-01-24
    Title or Location: Yellowstone National Park
    Driving through Yellowstone you never know what you?ll see or when. The sun had already set when I stumbled across mom with two cubs feeding. Something spooked the cubs so they went up the closest tree. Fortunately is was one without any branches or leaves which allowed me to snap a few pictures including this one.
    Credit: Tony Tiapon
    Facebook: Tony Tiapon
    Instagram: Tony Tiapon

    Sacramento Photography Group
    2024-12-30
    Title or Location: Berkeley, California USA
    I initially shot this photo in February 2023 near the Berkeley Marina on the San Francisco Bay. Later I revisited the image to re-create it with the Adamski effect, developed by photographer Josh Adamski. I love the simplicity of this minimalist technique. Post-processing in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and the Nik Collection.ISO 200, f/14, 1/160 sec
    Credit: Glenn Stephens

    Sacramento Photography Group
    2024-12-30
    Title or Location: Northern California
    A gulf fritillary, proboscis curled, sits on drying silver ragwort flowers under afternoon sun in this September 2022 photo. I got this perspective by slowly approaching the subject at a low angle, both crouching & on my knees. I recently printed the shot on an 11x14 canvas, and plan to place a larger print in a potential upcoming exhibition.Sony A7iii Tamron 70-180mm. ISO 1250 f8 1/500 sec. Handheld.
    Credit: Lu Young
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhotoLuGlobal?
    Instagram: vero.co/photoluglobal
    Sacramento Photography Group
    2024-12-23
    Title or Location: Elk Grove, CA
    Photo was taken at Elk Grove, CA with Sony A7R3 Sony FE 70-200 2.8 GM OSS IIISO: 2000, Focal: 70mm, F/2.8, Shatter: 2.8When faced with difficult moments, when answers seem elusive, the world around you?objects, people, and the environment?has a way of guiding you, subtly pointing you toward thoughts that lead to clarity. And when you finally reach that point of peace, it becomes a memory etched in your heart forever. Every time I see this photo, it takes me back to that day, reminding m
    Credit: Vladimir Yakovlev

    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Gloucester
    While wondering around Gloucester in the evening a couple of weeks ago we turned a corner and this view just jumped out as an image
    Credit: Stuart McGowan
    Facebook: Stuart McGowan
    Instagram: stuart911s

    Toronto Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Toronto ON Canada
    I love exploring Toronto, where I've been living for a while now, with a camera, or more often just with a mobile phone. And looking for unusual angles. This place in the center of downtown on King Street always looks different depending on the weather, time of day, wind... This time I was shooting late in the evening and waiting for the flag to straighten out.Shot on a Samsung s21 mobile phone, edited in an editor Snapseed/
    Credit: Yuri Shvarzman
    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: at my house in Oconee County outside of Athens, Georgia
    This shot was taken along with 3000 others images on my first ever photo shoot during Covid. I hired a model I had seen and had come to do pool shots with another Photographer and he suggested I hire her and conceptualize the shoot. I?m not a professional and had no props but I bought some fabric and I used my leaf blower to make that effect. I periodically go back to those pictures and rework them with my iPhone apps for varying effects. You can see more of my work on Instagram. That day creat
    Credit: Cindy Karp
    Facebook: Cindy Karp
    Instagram: Cindy Karp iPhone Photographer

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-05-12
    Title or Location: Yorba Linda
    Thank you for considering my photo for Photo of the Week! I have a number of bottle brush trees in my back yard, and birds love the blossoms when they bloom in the Spring. I usually see numerous hummingbirds and sparrows, but I saw this gorgeous bird one afternoon resting in the branches. I was able to get a couple of shots off before it flew away.
    Credit: Jerry Devera

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