Photography Class: Composition in the Field - Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden

Join a three-hour immersive photography class and dive into the intricate nature of composition. 


Set within the lush, sprawling landscapes of the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, this photography class offers a unique opportunity to capture nature’s beauty while honing your skills. Taught by a professional photographer and skilled instructor with mastery in both DSLR and mirrorless cameras, the class is designed for all skill levels. This is your opportunity to explore composition techniques such as the rule of thirds, leading lines and symmetry to learn how to craft artistic, well-balanced images. 


Whether capturing close-ups of vibrant flowers or wide-angle shots of tranquil lakes and towering trees, this class provides the perfect environment to elevate your photography skills and portfolio with thoughtful composition.

  • Minimum Guests 1
  • Maximum Guests 5
  • Event Duration 3 hours

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Marcela

11 Jan 2026

Christine was excellent in giving m important information about how to set my aperture, shutter speed and how to look at the subjects in order to get interesting photos. I highly recommend this experience!

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DAVID

11 Jan 2026

Richard patiently walked us through the steps and gave great instruction. I finally know how to navigate my camera that I've been using on auto for ten years. I'd definitely recommend this course to others

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Rae

22 Jun 2025

I have camera experience and Davienne worked with me to further improve my shots as well as give me some great takeaways. He also helped me master my camera even more.

$ 129.99 Per person



Instructor Richard leads photography classes that aim to help students maximize their potential for producing quality photos using digital cameras and smart phone technology. In addition to sharing tech tips and tricks, his courses introduce concepts of composition, value and balance in subjects ranging from landscapes to portraits. With guidance from Instructor Richard, everyone can learn to capture striking digital images.

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