Photography Class: Master Your Camera Controls - Houston Museum of Natural Science
Unleash your creativity in this photography class set among the natural wonders of the Houston Museum of Natural Science, where you'll learn to take full control of your camera.
From low-light diorama halls to the glowing gems and colorful butterfly center, gain hands-on practice adjusting shutter speed, aperture, ISO and white balance in real-world shooting conditions. Want that dinosaur skeleton to appear razor-sharp or create a moody blur in the background? Learn how to control depth of field and motion with precision. Manual mode won’t seem intimidating after you discover how each setting affects exposure and creative output. With expert guidance, your camera becomes a creative tool instead of a technical mystery. Perfect for beginners or anyone ready to break out of auto mode, this engaging workshop will have you capturing stunning, intentional images in one of Houston’s most fascinating museums.
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 5
- Event Duration 2 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: Master Your Camera Controls/Houston Museum of Natural Science, 5555 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX, 77030, United States, Houston, TX, 77056
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.
