SAN
DIEGO
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 July
Golf Course Dr. - 10am - 3 Hours
Andre Bick
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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$98      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 02 August
Golf Course Dr. - 10am - 3 Hours
Andre Bick
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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$98      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 28 June
Pier View Way, Oceanside - 10am - 3 Hours
Oceanside Photography Group
Nathan Spotts
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.

This session is a continuation of the session from June 7th.
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$98       5 places left
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 05 July
Menifee - 10am - 2 Hours
Murrieta Photography Group
Edward Gonzalez
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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$49       5 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 26 July
Menifee - 10am - 3 Hours
Murrieta Photography Group
Edward Gonzalez
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       5 places left

Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 16 August
Menifee - 10am - 2 Hours
Murrieta Photography Group
Edward Gonzalez
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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$49      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 06 September
Menifee - 10am - 3 Hours
Murrieta Photography Group
Edward Gonzalez
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      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 27 September
Menifee - 10am - 2 Hours
Murrieta Photography Group
Edward Gonzalez
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Loose Landscapes in Watercolor

Loose Landscapes in Watercolor

Saturday 05 July
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
San Diego Watercolor Group
Cydne Palmer
Capture the beauty of nature with freedom and flow in Loose Landscapes in Watercolor. This session focuses on simplifying scenes, playing with color, and using expressive brushwork to suggest rather than define. Learn to paint skies, trees, and landforms with confidence—no need for perfect detail, just a love for the outdoors and a willingness to explore.
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$49      
Watercolor Postcards

Watercolor Postcards

Saturday 12 July
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
San Diego Watercolor Group
Cydne Palmer
Create small, meaningful works of art to share or keep in Watercolor Postcards! In this playful and relaxed session, you'll paint mini landscapes, abstract designs, or personal messages using watercolor techniques scaled down to postcard size. Perfect for gifting, mailing, or collecting, these tiny paintings pack a lot of personality into a small space.
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$49      
Acrylics/Watercolor Class Summer Painting

Acrylics/Watercolor Class Summer Painting

Saturday 19 July
Mission Beach - 10am - 2 Hours
San Diego Art Group
Preet Srivastava
Celebrate the warmth and vibrancy of summer with a painting session full of sun-soaked inspiration! In this class, you'll create a cheerful seasonal piece using either acrylics or watercolorsthink bright skies, blooming gardens, beach scenes, or anything that captures the feeling of summer. Whether you're going for bold and colorful or light and breezy, this is a great opportunity to experiment with technique and express your seasonal style.
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$49      

Beachscapes & Sunsets in Watercolor

Beachscapes & Sunsets in Watercolor

Saturday 02 August
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
San Diego Watercolor Group
Cydne Palmer
Dive into the colors and calm of coastal scenes in Beachscapes & Sunsets in Watercolor. This session focuses on capturing the soft transitions of sky, the movement of water, and the warmth of sunset hues using layering, wet-on-wet techniques, and color blending. Great for all skill levels, this workshop encourages a relaxed, expressive approach to painting natural beauty.
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$49      
Botanical Beauty in Watercolor

Botanical Beauty in Watercolor

Saturday 16 August
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
San Diego Watercolor Group
Cydne Palmer
Celebrate the delicate details of nature in Botanical Beauty in Watercolor. This session is all about observing and painting plants, flowers, and leaves with care and creativity. We'll explore techniques for layering transparent color, capturing organic shapes, and adding fine details to bring your botanical subjects to life. Whether you prefer loose impressions or more detailed studies, this workshop offers inspiration for every style.
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$49      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 13 September
El Prado, San Diego - 10am - 2 Hours
San Diego Watercolor Group
Cydne Palmer
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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$49      

ABOUT SAN
DIEGO
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 San Diego .

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I thought this class was very informative. Andre was very attentive and focused on each individual needs or questions.
    5/5
    Diane
    2025-05-13
    I appreciated the discussion and learning about what worked from the guide?s experience
    4/5
    Nancy
    2025-04-17
    David was a great instructor!
    5/5
    Laura
    2024-04-14

    Michael is an amazing teacher and taught Sharon some new tricks to use her iPhone 15Pro better.
    5/5
    Alan
    2023-11-27
    Excellent class! This is perfect for someone who has some basic camera experience and wants to learn about shooting portraits. Thomas is a great teacher who showed us how to use natural light in different ways while shooting. I love the photos I got! Thank you, Thomas!
    5/5
    Mary
    2023-02-20
    I learned a lot and had an amazing day with the group. Did not want to stop taking photos afterwards. I look forward to taking more classes!
    5/5
    Madeline
    2023-02-05

    My experience taking Thomas's workshop is 10/10! Thomas is a great teacher and does a very nice job of breaking down the manual parts of the camera to someone new to it. This workshop is an excellent value. I will surely be taking any other classes Thomas offers. Looking forward to the next one! Thank you, Thomas!!
    5/5
    Mary
    2023-01-09
    Enjoyed the event. Received lots of good information to start my hobby of taking pictures with my Canon camera. Walking Balboa was fun and I learned and practiced the photography basics. I had time to focus on thinking the settings of the shot before taking it and review of shots taken to answer all my questions. I would recommend the class. The class objectives were met. This class has gotten me more excited about spending time taking pictures with my camera. Thomas is a good teacher and enjoys sharing his knowledge at the appropriate student level.
    5/5
    jane
    2022-11-06
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Andre Bick
    Hi my name is Andre Bick I'm a photographer and videographer and worked with companies such as Porsche and Bacardi! I'm just so stoked to teach people and inspire people into photography
    PHOTOS
    San Diego Photography Group
    2025-05-06
    Title or Location: Eastlake
    Taken on a winter afternoon at Eastlake.
    Credit: Raul P.
    Instagram: Raulp8290

    San Diego Photography Group
    2025-03-28
    Title or Location: Moody Sunset at Oceanside Pier
    I took this photo on January 5th 2020 at the Oceanside pier. It was a cloudy afternoon and I was just killing some time. As sunset approached the sky started to turn dark and moody. Then the vibrant colors just started and kept changing and lead to this fantastic capture.
    Credit: Keith Ayers
    Facebook: Keith Ayers Portraits
    Instagram: akaportraits619
    San Diego Photography Group
    2024-12-20
    Title or Location: Cabrillo Bridge in San Diego
    This photo was taken during one of my early morning walks on the Cabrillo Bridge in San Diego. I was captivated by how beautifully the lamps were decorated with Christmas bows, perfectly aligning with the path leading to the Museum of Us and the iconic California Tower in the background. It was a foggy morning, not the usual sunny San Diego weather, but the atmosphere felt sentimental and full of promise, as if the city was quietly preparing to welcome Christmas, even in early December.My wa
    Credit: Lucy Hovakimyan
    Instagram: @lucyagapi

    San Diego Photography Group
    2024-12-07
    Title or Location: San Diego Zoo
    There?s not a lot of story behind this photo other than a prime example that on the days you feel like not bringing your camera out and going on an unplanned adventure, are usually the best days and the most creative days. With the this photo I got really lucky, because not only was the lighting perfect but so was the animals pose.
    Credit: Christopher Quiroz
    Instagram: Chriskeyrosephoto

    San Diego Photography Group
    2024-12-06
    Title or Location: La Jolla, California
    I saw this brief of pelicans (yep, ?The Pelican Brief? is a pun) flying near a condo and I liked the juxtaposition between where they live and we do.
    Credit: Richard Jackoway
    Instagram: @JackowayPhotography
    San Diego Photography Group
    2024-10-01
    Title or Location: Ulric St off Linda Vista from my balcony.
    Stepping out for a walk in the evening and saw this wonderful sky. Went back in to get the camera and tripod to capture this memorable view.
    Credit: Haressh Vibhakkar
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/haresh.vibhakar
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hareshvibs/

    Charlotte Photography Club
    2025-06-21
    Title or Location: Miami, FL
    Right after a terrific storm, we went outside to see if any damage had been done to the waterfront and were amazed to see the clear lights of the city with a bright moon shining overhead. The peaceful, calm water made it look like not a drop of rain had fallen.
    Credit: How rd Stevens

    Baltimore Photography Group
    2025-06-21
    Title or Location: Vuyani Safari Lodge, South Africa
    This cheetah is one of two brothers we sighted roaming Vuyani Reserve during a game ride in 2018. The handheld image is from a Canon 5D4 with a 150-600 telephoto lense and was taken from the back seat of an open top range vehicle. The intense stare from those orange eyes os captivating.
    Credit: Warren Gitt
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-06-21
    Title or Location: greenie
    I just love the green and the composition of this snake
    Credit: Ian Holloway
    Instagram: holloway68

    Reno Photography Group
    2025-06-20
    Title or Location: Carson City, Nevada
    Powwow Indian Dance Competition ? June 2025 This photo was taken on the first day of the competition in Carson City. I captured over 200 images of dancers from all categories?each one was incredible to watch and photograph.I used a Sony a7R IIIA camera with a Tamron 35?150mm lens. Camera settings for this shot: ISO 3200, 126mm, f/2.8, 1/200 sec.In post-processing, I removed the distracting background elements (such as other people and vendor tents) and brightened the subject using Luminar Ne
    Credit: Damian Czajka
    Facebook: Nevada and Southwest
    Instagram: damian_LV_photography

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