HARTFORD
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Photographing Reflections

Photographing Reflections

Sunday 03 December
Great Neck Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
We will be using natural water reflections and seeking out man-made reflective surfaces in the area to explore how we can use reflections to add depth and intrigue to our images. Reflections can help us to show our subject from an unusual, or from multiple, points of view. We can use reflections to abstract our subject or to make perfect mirror images. We'll even have a look at how we can create our own reflections when there are none around.
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Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Sunday 10 December
East Hartford, CT - 10am - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$43      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 17 December
Downtown Hartford - 10am - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
Street photography is a genre of photography that captures candid moments of everyday life in public places, such as streets, parks, and other urban areas. It often involves taking pictures of people, buildings, and objects in their natural environment, without any posing or staging.

Street photography has a rich history, with notable photographers such as Henri Cartier-Bresson, Garry Winogrand, and Vivian Maier having made significant contributions to the genre. It requires a certain level of skill and patience to capture compelling images in the midst of the chaos and unpredictability of the streets.

Today, street photography continues to be popular among both amateur and professional photographers. With the advent of digital cameras and smartphones, it has become more accessible than ever before. However, there are still certain ethical considerations to keep in mind, such as obtaining permission from individuals before taking their photos and being respectful of people's privacy.
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$43      

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Shooting in Manual Mode Class

Sunday 07 January
Downtown Hartford - 10am - 3 Hours
Jahvon John
Sharpen your photography skills and gain confidence in using Manual Mode with a hands-on interactive class. Open to all who wish to transition from Auto to Manual on their cameras, this session aims to make you a master of your own device. Delving into the nuances of important camera functions, the heart of the tutorial lies in understanding the exposure triangle. The mechanics of Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO will be unpacked, setting you on the path to capturing pictures like a pro. Harness the power of Manual Mode and let your creativity flow unimpeded. The world through your lens awaits transformation. Turn up, tune in, and turn on the switch to Manual Mode.
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$84       5 places left
Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Sunday 14 January
between Trinity Street and Ford Street in Hartford, CT - 10am - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Sunday 14 January
Downtown Hartford - 10am - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
book now
$43      

Headshot Photography Class

Headshot Photography Class

Sunday 21 January
West Hartford - 10am - 3 Hours
Jahvon John
A headshot is a tightly framed face shot, typically from the shoulders up. The goal of your headshot is to clearly & creatively showcase your client's professionalism, personality, and brand. As a class, we will focus on creating headshots from the chest up with good lighting on your model's face.
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$84      

Nearby Photography Groups

Backyard Bird Photography

Backyard Bird Photography

Saturday 09 December
Globe St - 10am - 2 Hours
Providence Photography Group
Dana Bibeault
Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned shutterbug, dive into the vibrant world of Backyard Bird Photography with us!

This gathering is your ticket to not only sharpen your photography prowess but also soak up wisdom from fellow enthusiasts. Join this lively event and bask in the camaraderie of kindred spirits who, like you, find sheer joy in capturing the beauty of backyard birds through their lenses. Let's turn your passion into pixelated perfection!
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$43      
Winter Portraits Photography

Winter Portraits Photography

Saturday 09 December
N Lake Avenue - 12pm - 3 Hours
Worcester Photography Group
Minas Garabedian
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience where creativity meets innovation. Practice your craft while connecting with likeminded people at our latest event. Frame the world through your unique perspective, celebrating diversity, texture, and color. Perfect your skills at our carefully-curated spaces, well-lit and beautifully designed to challenge your composition and technique. Reserve your spot today to experience the art that you love in a way that you never have before - through photography. Expand your passion, surprise yourself with potential, and capture life's moments, one click at a time.
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$84      
Composing Great Images

Composing Great Images

Saturday 16 December
Globe St - 10am - 2 Hours
Providence Photography Group
Dana Bibeault
Embark on a photographic journey with our "Composing Great Images" workshop designed for those eager to elevate their photography skills and make their images truly stand out. In this engaging session, we'll delve into the art of composition, exploring key areas such as the Rule of Thirds, Golden Ratio, Golden Spiral, Focal Point, Leading Lines, and Minimalist Composition. Through a mix of creativity and technique, we aim to transform your pictures into captivating masterpieces that command attention. Say goodbye to ordinary snapshots and join us on a quest to create images that shine in any crowd! Don't miss the chance to unlock your full photographic potential!
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$43      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 16 December
Audubon St, New Haven - 10am - 2 Hours
New Haven Photography Group
Sarah Onyinyechukwu Okeke
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$43      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 06 January
Worcester, MA 01605 - 12pm - 3 Hours
Worcester Photography Group
Minas Garabedian
Join us and step out of your comfort zone to explore the wonders of manual camera settings. Tap into shutter speed, aperture, ISO and see how these variables influence your shots. Understand your camera better and redefine the way you capture. Post learning session, implement and experiment your new skills under the guidance of a seasoned professional photographer. Make the shift from automatic to manual - it's time to start capturing the world as it is. Unleash your photography potential - it's now or never!
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$84      
50mm Lens Meetup

50mm Lens Meetup

Sunday 07 January
Noble Ave. - 10am - 2 Hours
Bridgeport Photography Group
Anwar Stokes
Discover the versatility of the 50mm lens, an essential tool in any photographer's kit. Perfectly balanced between a wide-angle and a telephoto lens, the 50mm lets your camera see just as your eye does, opening a world of styles - from stunning landscapes and vibrant street shots to captivating portraits and product photography. This expertly guided event offers an overview of basic camera settings, and then delves into the advantages of working with a prime lens. You'll also master key techniques to get the best out of your 50mm lens. Plus, you'll enjoy plenty of hands-on practice to try your newfound skills and really cement your learning. Transform your perspective and elevate your photography experience with the adaptable 50mm lens.
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$43      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 21 January
Cliff St. - 10am - 3 Hours
Bridgeport Photography Group
Anwar Stokes
Are you eager to delve deeper into the mechanics of your camera and step away from automatic exposure? Let's take this opportunity to empower your photography. With us, you'll learn about the integral elements of your camera, including shutter speed, aperture, ISO and their effects on exposure. After mastering these topics, harness your newfound knowledge by practicing under the watchful eye of a professional photographer. Elevate your photographic skills to a new level with hands-on experience and professional guidance.
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$84      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 10 February
Downtown Bridgeport - 10am - 2 Hours
Bridgeport Photography Group
Anwar Stokes
Immerse yourself in city life with street photography - an experience teeming with unique cafés, bustling vendors, engaging street merchants, talented buskers, timeless historical buildings, and striking art installations. Enhance the power of your observation, a cornerstone of spellbinding street photography. Learn how to spot and capture intriguing details with proven techniques that will sharpen your photographer's eye, revealing a world rich in minute marvels.

One of the most fulfilling aspects is discovering how to engage with compelling personalities and persuading them to confidently pose for your shots. We'll help you explore optimal settings, focus methodologies, and lens selections commonly used in street photography-- valuable tools to lock onto those spontaneous moments. Indulge in this hands-on experience and let the magic of street photography unveil itself before your eyes.
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$43      
Bokeh for Beginners

Bokeh for Beginners

Saturday 24 February
Cliff St. - 10am - 2 Hours
Bridgeport Photography Group
Anwar Stokes
Join us for a thrilling photography session where you will master the techniques of creating the unique Bokeh effect in your snaps. Simultaneously, we will enhance your capabilities in capturing the perfect shots even in low light conditions, with or without the use of camera flash. Amplify your photography skills with our engaging and educative session.
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$43      

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Sunday 10 March
Downtown Stamford - 10am - 2 Hours
Bridgeport Photography Group
Anwar Stokes
Join our upcoming event to delve into the captivating world of light and shadow photography. This technique spotlights the dynamic interaction between light and shadow, crafting images that are rich in drama and emotion. High contrast scenes and the challenge of hard light can reveal a plethora of interesting opportunities for photo creation. The gathering will include hands-on guidance on how to effectively manipulate your camera’s settings to achieve optimal exposure. Be ready to unveil the profound effects of light play in your photographs at this engaging event.
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$43      
Colors of Spring Photography

Colors of Spring Photography

Sunday 24 March
Cliff St. - 10am - 2 Hours
Bridgeport Photography Group
Anwar Stokes
Dive into the vivid world of spring photography, a sublime exploration of life's renewal with the blossoming of a new season. Grasp this chance to master your camera settings, harnessing them to capture nature's beauty in an aesthetically pleasing manner. Explore the nuances of composition, focus, and colour in this eye-opening spring session - an unforgettable journey into the artistic realm of photographic creativity.
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$43      
50mm Lens Meetup

50mm Lens Meetup

Saturday 13 April
Noble Ave. - 10am - 2 Hours
Bridgeport Photography Group
Anwar Stokes
Discover the versatility of the 50mm lens, an essential tool in any photographer's kit. Perfectly balanced between a wide-angle and a telephoto lens, the 50mm lets your camera see just as your eye does, opening a world of styles - from stunning landscapes and vibrant street shots to captivating portraits and product photography. This expertly guided event offers an overview of basic camera settings, and then delves into the advantages of working with a prime lens. You'll also master key techniques to get the best out of your 50mm lens. Plus, you'll enjoy plenty of hands-on practice to try your newfound skills and really cement your learning. Transform your perspective and elevate your photography experience with the adaptable 50mm lens.
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$43      

Other Nearby Groups

Winter Watercolor Painting

Winter Watercolor Painting

Saturday 06 January
Barnum Dyke - 2pm - 2 Hours
Bridgeport Watercolor Group
Czarina West-Stevens
Discover the beauty and subtlety of watercolor painting in an intimate class setting, guided by an experienced professional instructor. Perfect for beginners, this workshop focuses on foundational techniques including color theory, paint mixing, and application methods. Transform your newfound skills into an exquisite and personal work of art that captures your unique creative expression. Join us for a journey into the world of watercolor, and start painting your masterpiece today.
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$43      
ABOUT HARTFORD
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 Hartford .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Had fun and learned with Jahvon!
    5/5
    Lester
    2023-11-13
    Stimulating and fun !
    5/5
    Lester
    2023-10-02
    Once again, Jahvon John has opened our eyes to a more creative view of a photo shot. I appreciate his passion for photography and am learning so much from him.
    5/5
    Jennifer
    2023-10-02

    This was a great course! Extremely informative and helpful to understand how manual settings can be manipulated to improve results!
    5/5
    Milind
    2023-10-02
    The Waterfall Meetup was my second outing with Jahvon. As before, I left the session with good information, motivation & inspiration. Jahvon is very patient and encouraging, and made sure each one of us was getting something from the class.
    5/5
    Jennifer
    2023-09-19
    Fun and educational!
    5/5
    Lester
    2023-09-19

    This was my first class with the group and it was fantastic! Our instructor, Javhon, began the class with clear instructions and excitement for the task of teaching our group to capture the movement of water using manual mode. I highly recommend taking a class with Javhon!
    5/5
    Rose
    2023-09-18
    I really enjoyed the fact was small in size which allowed discussion and access t the teacher. It was my first Hartford class and found Jahvon very helpful and led a good class pushing us to be creative.
    5/5
    Debbie
    2023-09-04
    The event was excellent. Jahvon's enthusiasm for photography and teaching is contagious and is exactly what I need. I'll be back.
    5/5
    Lester
    2023-09-04

    this was absolutely terrific! Jahvon was a great teacher--very professional, well prepared and organized, enthusiastic. I would love to do another workshop with him
    5/5
    Laura
    2023-07-09
    Enjoyed learning from Damir and the people in the group and on the street were great.
    5/5
    Lester
    2023-05-15
    Enjoyed the time and learned some pointers, Will do again.
    5/5
    Lester
    2023-04-03

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Jahvon John
    I am a hybrid shooter (photography and videography) with a hand in design and literature that allows a multi dimensional look at not only the product of art and creation, but the process of creation.
    PHOTOS
    Hartford Photography Group
    2023-09-22
    Title or Location: 277 Main St. Hartford
    South Church
    Credit: Jeff Rodick

    Hartford Photography Group
    2023-09-16
    Title or Location: Drake Hill Flower Bridge, Simsbury, CT
    Taken during Hartford Photgraphy Group class "Reflections with Jahvon". He brought hand mirrors and we were told to make reflections. Shot 9/3/23 @ 11:15 AM with a Fujifilm X-T30 and Fujinon XF 18-55 mm f2.8-4.0 lens @ 55mm f4.0 .Processed with Lightroom.
    Credit: Lester Kritzer
    Hartford Photography Group
    2023-09-08
    Title or Location: Manhattan
    The photo was taken in front of the Grand Central station. It was a beautiful sunny day. I took it with a 10mm canons lens .
    Credit: Saugata Sarkar

    Hartford Photography Group
    2023-09-05
    Title or Location: On the way to Sheffield Island Lighthouse in Norwalk, Connecticut
    This photo was taken in the waters while traveling to Sheffield IslandLighthouse in Norwalk, Connecticut using a Samsung Galaxy S21 ultra. Both the boats were at speed.
    Credit: Ravikiran Redij
    Facebook: ravikiran.redij

    Hartford Photography Group
    2023-08-28
    Title or Location: Panther Pond, Raymond, ME
    We had just arrived to Kingsley Pines Camp and this was the day after the peak of the Perseid meteor shower and one of the only potential clear nights so I set up the camera and enjoyed the show in the sky.
    Credit: Jeffrey Russo
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.russo.750
    Hartford Photography Group
    2023-08-20
    Title or Location: Summer BBQ Avon Connecticut
    Poor Bailey was denied people food so she pouted yet was still denied.
    Credit: Jay Moir
    Instagram: Aperturejay67

    West London Photography Group
    2023-11-29
    Title or Location: Crane Park, Whitton.
    Taken with Nikon D7500 with 300mm Nikkor lens. Two male Kingfishers possibly adult male and offspring sitting low by the River Crane. Light was low so had to use a high ISO. Because of this the image had to be denoised . It was then cropped and clarity and texture added in Lightroom. I have a nice triptych of them sitting in three different poses.
    Credit: Sam Downie

    Swindon Photography Group
    2023-11-28
    Title or Location: Swindon Designer Outlet
    It's feeling very festive at Swindon Designer Outlet &127876&127877&127882
    Credit: Rimpy Sharma
    Instagram: @rimpysharma19
    San Bernardino Photography Group
    2023-11-28
    Title or Location: Fossil Falls, California
    This image was created at Fossil Falls in the Mojave Desert California. The location was selected a few months before during a site selection trip to the desert. I asked a local model if she would be interested in a concept shoot, and she agreed. Whitney Sather, my model is from southern Kentucky and is a wonderful model to work with. We based for the shoot out of Randsburg, CA. The hospitality shown to Me, my model, assistant and Guide (my brother that lives there) by the locals at each locatio
    Credit: Patrick O'Donnell
    Facebook: Patrick O'Donnell

    Springfield Photography Group
    2023-11-28
    Title or Location: Butterflies at work - Luken Lake Yosemite
    Hiking into Luken Lake in the summer, the wildflowers were in bloom and the butterflies were active.
    Credit: Ilo Gassoway
    Instagram: Gr8purple1

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