September 17, 2024 - October 26, 2024
Join us for adult photography workshops in fall 2024.
Members $15 | Non-members $20
Registration is required.
Not a member? Click here to learn more about benefits including discounts on classes, museum visits, and reciprocal museum relationships!
 The Art of Sports Photography with Mike Kolleth Tuesday, September 17 6:30-8:00 PM Photographing your athlete in action is a challenge. But it can also be a joy and a wonderful form of artistic expression. In this course, you’ll learn to “make” – not “take” — impactful images and how to think like a professional sports photographer. The course is packed with practical tips that will improve your sports pictures immediately. While it does not center on gear, the class discusses configuring your camera for optimal results. Prerequisites: An interchangeable lens camera, and 30 minutes of pre-reading/watching that you will receive 1-2 weeks before the course. About the instructor: From professional baseball cards to highway billboards, Mike Kolleth has been making impactful sports pictures for amateur, college, and professional teams for decades. He is also the President and CEO of the Saginaw Art Museum and Temple Theatre, making him uniquely qualified to teach a course entitled, The Art of Sports Photography. All profits from his sports photography work are donated to non-profit sports organizations, primarily Special Olympics Michigan. Registration closes: September 10, 2024 or when full
The Business of Photography Tuesday, October 15 6:30-8:00 PM This course is designed for photographers looking to transform their creative skills into a sustainable and profitable business. Whether you’re just starting out or aiming to expand your existing photography business, this class provides the essential knowledge and tools to succeed in the competitive photography industry. The course also covers the importance of networking and building a professional portfolio to grow your business. About the instructor: Anita McKeith is a seasoned freelance photographer based in Freeland, Michigan, with a career spanning over three decades. After starting her own photography business in 1989, she spent ten years as a staff photographer at Dow Chemical before returning to freelance work, focusing on commercial photography. Her background includes a deep love for dance, inspired by her upbringing, and a passion for travel and adventure, particularly in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Registration closes: October 11, 2024 or when full
Photo Walk with Thor Rasmussen Saturday, October 26 10:00-11:30 AM Taking a walk with your camera lets you slow down and observe space in a new way. Rather than zipping down the street in your car, walking a block gives you the opportunity to pause and compose images you might have missed before. During this photo walk, participants will meet up in Downtown Saginaw MI and go for a walk before meeting back at the museum to share the images they just took straight out of the camera. It will give you an opportunity to practice not just taking photographs, but thinking about how you talk about your photographs. About the Instructor: Thor is a professional photographer among other things with a special interest in documenting people and special events. His work has been exhibited in galleries locally in his hometown of Saginaw and across the United States. His observation of the word comes from well over 100 photo walks in the past two years. Registration closes: October 22, 2024 or when full We do not give refunds for the above classes. |
