Photography Class: Master Your Camera Controls - Atlanta Botanical Gardens
Discover a new creative spark in this hands-on photography class set inside the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
Surrounded by blooms, glasshouses and winding paths, you’ll use real-world conditions to better understand how your camera works. You’ll learn how to adjust aperture for dreamy floral bokeh, shutter speed for breeze-driven motion and ISO for low-light conservatory scenes. Along the way, you’ll practice autofocus settings, metering modes, white balance for lush greens and exposure compensation to protect highlights. Your instructor will also demystify buttons, menus and custom presets so you can make quick adjustments without missing the moment. Open to all experience levels, this class blends technical learning with creativity, helping you shoot with more confidence and intention in one of Atlanta’s most inspiring settings.
- 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.
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.
