SACRAMENTO
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Newcastle Lavender Farm

Newcastle Lavender Farm

Saturday 03 June
Newcastle Lavender Farm - 9am - 2 Hours
In this meetup we will be photographing Lavender. A great location to explore landscape, macro and nature photography. Join us!
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$39       0 places left
HDR Photography

HDR Photography

Saturday 17 June
Matsui Park - 9am - 2 Hours
Frustrated that your sunset pictures only show the bright colors, but everything is really dark or black? Sometimes that is good, but if you want everything exposed the way you want, High Dynamic Range (HDR) is something you will want to learn. You will learn how to use “bracketing” to take the pictures and then learn about the various software apps that do the magic! We will do some test shots together and then you can do several on your own. I will have an iPad with me to process some of the HDR images. It is very cool and I guarantee you will have a great time.
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$39       2 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 24 June
Fig Tree Cafe, Roseville, CA - 10am - 3 Hours
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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$76       5 places left

Vernal Pools

Vernal Pools

Saturday 08 July
Mather - 9am - 2 Hours
Exploring nature at Phoenix Vernal Pools! In this meetup we will be photographing plant life that lives in Vernal Pools. You will learn how to best take photographs of plants as well as challenge you're self to focus on shapes, textures, symmetries and color.
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$39      
Photographing the Zinnia Flower

Photographing the Zinnia Flower

Saturday 22 July
Zinnia Patch, Woodland, Ca - 9am - 2 Hours
Learn all the tips and tricks you need to take stunning pictures of flowers. We will also discuss composition, lighting, and other aspects of photography that will help you create unique images. So come join us for a day of learning, exploring, and having fun.
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$39      
Old Sacramento Barge Canal

Old Sacramento Barge Canal

Saturday 05 August
Old Sacramento - 9am - 2 Hours
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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$21      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 August
Fig Tree Cafe, Roseville, CA - 10am - 3 Hours
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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$76       5 places left
Panoramas Photography Meetup

Panoramas Photography Meetup

Saturday 19 August
Consumnes River Preserve - 9am - 2 Hours
Panoramic photography is a technique of photography, using specialized equipment or software, that captures images with horizontally elongated fields of view. It is sometimes known as wide format photography.
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$39      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 10 June
McKinley Park - 9am - 3 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
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.
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$55      
Beginner's Drawing Class

Beginner's Drawing Class

Saturday 10 June
Billy Bean Jr. Community Garden - 10:30am - 3 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
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 instructors 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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$55      
Watercolor Journaling Meetup

Watercolor Journaling Meetup

Saturday 24 June
McKinley Park - 9am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
Enjoy a relaxing Saturday morning turning your process into art. This is a time to be approach art with playfulness and delight as we share and paint moments of gratitude, taking a moment to appreciate the lives we are living- and put color to it! This class usually stirs up rich conversation and teaches you tools you can access to process anytime you'd like!
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$39      

Landscape and Botanical Illustration Meetup

Landscape and Botanical Illustration Meetup

Saturday 24 June
Airfield Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Join fellow artists and nature enthusiasts for an inspiring morning of art, connections, and natural beauty. Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Bring your own materials and capture the intricate details of landscapes and plants while surrounded by a supportive community. Don't miss this chance to enhance your skills and create stunning illustrations. Join us and let your artistic talents bloom!
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$39      
Floral and Nature Painting Meetup

Floral and Nature Painting Meetup

Saturday 01 July
McKinley Park - 9am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
The focus of this two-hour structured session is the studies of floral and nature painting. You will be guided to select your choice of reference in the garden, take photograph references and complete one or two studies of the selected plants and flowers. You will learn how to compose floral and nature paintings using traditional and contemporary composition methods. If you are a nature enthusiast, this session is perfect for you. You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the studies and have some take away homework with the learnt technique. All level and experience are welcome.
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$39      
Landscape and Botanical Illustration Meetup

Landscape and Botanical Illustration Meetup

Saturday 01 July
Airfield Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Join fellow artists and nature enthusiasts for an inspiring morning of art, connections, and natural beauty. Beginners and experts alike are welcome. Bring your own materials and capture the intricate details of landscapes and plants while surrounded by a supportive community. Don't miss this chance to enhance your skills and create stunning illustrations. Join us and let your artistic talents bloom!
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$39      
Watercolor Journaling Meetup

Watercolor Journaling Meetup

Saturday 15 July
McKinley Park - 9am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Watercolor Group
Enjoy a relaxing Saturday morning turning your process into art. This is a time to be approach art with playfulness and delight as we share and paint moments of gratitude, taking a moment to appreciate the lives we are living- and put color to it! This class usually stirs up rich conversation and teaches you tools you can access to process anytime you'd like!
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$39      
Rose Garden Meetup

Rose Garden Meetup

Saturday 15 July
World Peace Rose Garden - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Sacramento Art Group
Join us for a delightful afternoon at our Rose Garden Meetup, where art and nature come together in perfect harmony. Indulge your artistic senses amidst the enchanting beauty of blooming roses. Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting to explore your creative side, this event offers a welcoming space for all skill levels.
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$39      
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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Wonderful day of macro photography opportunities .
    5/5
    Randy
    2023-05-15
    Great Venue!!
    5/5
    Kristen
    2023-05-14
    Great iris display. A fun group, and a most excellent instructure.
    5/5
    Ed
    2023-05-14
    Love working with Laurie Gallant she's so helpful and always around to answer any question you may have. Looking forward to more outings with her and fellow photographers
    5/5
    Lisa
    2023-05-03
    It was a fun time at a great location. Laurie Gallant's recommendations were very helpful.
    5/5
    George
    2023-05-03
    Laurie was very helpful and knowledgeable. She discussed the technical, artistic, and spiritual aspects of photography in a way that truly hit home for me. I'm looking forward to taking another of her classes.
    5/5
    Donna
    2023-05-01
    Just love the group of regulars, and having new people join as well. Is a great opportunity to get out of the house and spend a couple hours being creative with friends.
    5/5
    Mike
    2023-05-01
    Roses,roses,roses. What a great outing led by Laurie Gallant.
    5/5
    Ed
    2023-04-30
    This was the PERFECT time to be at McKinley Park. The roses, as well as other fauna, were well in bloom and GORGEOUS!!
    5/5
    Kristen
    2023-04-30
    It was a great outing. Laurie Gallant's advice on photo techniques was very helpful.
    5/5
    George
    2023-04-18
    The heavy rains were good the location this year. Tons of tiny little wildflowers. Had a great time with the group.
    5/5
    Mike
    2023-04-17
    I love that Laurie takes us to venues where we have to think outside the box to create an interesting photo.
    5/5
    Kristen
    2023-04-16
    INSTRUCTORS
    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.
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