Beginner · 6 Weeks
Photography Fundamentals
The complete introduction to manual photography. Six weekly sessions cover the exposure triangle, composition, focal length and a first portfolio.
$295 · materials included
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Twelve courses across four disciplines.
Beginner foundations, studio portraiture, landscape and travel, and a small documentary track. Every course is taught in our Calbert Drive studio with a cohort of twelve or fewer.
Intermediate · 4 Weeks
Studio Portraiture
Strobes, softboxes, modifiers and posing. Each student leaves with three retouched portraits suitable for a working portfolio.
$385 · studio time included
All Levels · Weekend
Landscape Field Workshop
Two days in Brown County State Park. Sunrise, blue hour, ND filters, long exposures and a Sunday evening edit and print session.
$420 · transport included
Intermediate · 5 Weeks
Street & Documentary
Approach, consent and storytelling on the street. Five weeks shooting Indianapolis neighborhoods, plus a curated zine project.
$340 · zine printing included
Intermediate · 6 Weeks
Wedding Photography
Pre-event planning, ceremony coverage, formals and reception. Includes one supervised live wedding shoot as second photographer.
$495 · live shoot included
All Levels · 3 Weeks
Macro & Nature
Extension tubes, focus stacking, and field technique for small subjects. Two field sessions at Eagle Creek Park.
$245 · tubes loaned
Advanced · 4 Weeks
Long Exposure & Night
City lights, light painting and astro basics. Three field nights downtown and one drive to a dark-sky site in southern Indiana.
$365 · filters loaned
Beginner · 1 Day
Sunday Camera Intensive
One full Sunday to demystify your camera. Best for new owners. Lunch and printed reference cards included.
$120 · lunch included
All Levels · 6 Weeks
Lightroom Workflow
Library, develop, masking, and a sustainable filing system. Brings your own raw files and we build your catalog together.
$265 · —
Intermediate · 4 Weeks
Headshots for Hire
Run a profitable headshot session start to finish. Pricing, contracts, lighting, posing and retouching. Two practice clients included.
$395 · contracts templates
All Levels · 2 Days
Travel Photography Bootcamp
A weekend on packing light, telling a story across a trip, and shooting in unfamiliar light. Includes a planning workbook.
$290 · workbook included
Mentorship · 12 Weeks
One-on-One Mentorship
Twelve private sessions with Gary, scheduled around your work. Personal curriculum built from your portfolio and goals.
$1,450 · print review included
Common questions
Before you enroll.
Do I need to own a camera?
No. We loan DSLR and mirrorless bodies (Canon, Nikon, Sony) to enrolled students at no extra cost for the full duration of any course. You'll just need a memory card, which we sell at the studio or you can bring your own.
What's the refund policy?
The $50 deposit is fully refundable up to fourteen days before a course begins. After that, the deposit is non-refundable but transferable to another cohort within twelve months. Full tuition paid is refundable on a prorated basis up to the second class.
Are classes in person or online?
All classes are taught in person at our Calbert Drive studio in Indianapolis. We've found that hands-on critique simply doesn't translate well to video. Recorded lecture material is provided to students between sessions.
Can I pay in installments?
Yes. Any course over $300 can be split into three monthly installments at no additional cost. Just mention it when you register.
What if I miss a session?
You can attend the same session in the next cohort at no extra charge, schedule permitting. We also share full notes and any handouts after every class.
Do you offer gift certificates?
We do. Gift certificates are available in $50 increments and are valid for twelve months from purchase. Email us and we'll mail a printed certificate within two business days.