Photography Class: Composition in the Field - Wicker Park
Discover the edgy allure of Wicker Park, Chi-Town’s art and culture hub, in this photography class.
Starting with a skilled photographer's expert lecture and working your way into the field, you will explore composition techniques like framing, repetition and texture to bring out the character of Wicker Park’s vibrant murals, vintage storefronts, friendly people and eclectic streetscapes. Learn to emphasize contrast and color to capture the neighborhood’s bold aesthetic and experiment with foreground elements to create dynamic depth in every shot. There will be plenty of hands-on time to master these skills as you roam Wicker Park’s streets, producing images that tell the story of its creative soul.
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 5
- Event Duration 3 hours
Reviews Guests Left For Other Experiences
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!
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
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.
Event location: Wicker Park, Filter Cafe, 1373-75 N Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60642, Chicago, IL, 60604
Location is based on class date. Please select the date you plan to attend to see the correct location.
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.
