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Photography

Turn everyday moments into powerful visual stories. Our dynamic photography classes and workshops guide you through the essentials—composition, lighting, and camera techniques—whether you’re shooting in the studio or out on several of our location-based photo shoots.

Beginner courses will help you build confidence with your camera and unlock its full potential while intermediate classes dive into advanced equipment and professional editing techniques, helping you refine your unique creative style. Our instructors are passionate, working photographers; their real-world experience—from weddings to headshots, family portraits to live concerts—means you’ll gain practical skills you can use right away.

We’re also proud to offer one of the last remaining darkroom and film photography programs in the state. Here, photographers of all levels can explore analog film photography classes and Open Studio hours for hands-on film development and printing.

Medium
Program
Locations
Session
Day of Week
Time of Day
Photography Intermediate

Colorful Pet Photography

C. Stephen Hurst

Tuesdays, 6 - 8 PM

Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026

Sawtooth School for Visual Art

$120.00 ($108.00 for members)

Photography All Levels

Photo Art Polaroid Transfers

Bryan Rierson

Sat., 10 AM - 2 PM

Dec 12, 2026

Sawtooth School for Visual Art

$80.00 ($72.00 for members)

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