This sold-out workshop featured an incredible 10 photographers from Chicago Photography Classes – all of whom shared their enthusiasm on capturing breathtaking fall colors through their lenses. For two days we explored scenic Galena and captured some unique and stunning shots from blacksmiths to mansions. From discovering techniques such as long exposure photography, mastering HDR and developing composition knowledge – the participants honed their talent for creating jaw-dropping images that will be cherished by all who view them. From dramatic landscapes to vibrant sunsets, check out some of ..read more

Fall foliage is a beautiful and highly anticipated seasonal phenomenon that not only captures the attention of nature enthusiasts but also photographers looking to capture the vivid colors of autumn. The vibrant hues of red, orange, and yellow delineating the lush foliage of trees always make for a picturesque view, and photography offers the opportunity to freeze these moments in time. Here are some tips to help you take your fall foliage photography to the next level: Timing is Everything The timing of the photo shoot is essential for achieving outstanding autumn colors in your photographs ..read more

Thank you for supporting Chicago Photography Classes and hope that these tips on photographing the 2023 Chicago Air & Water Show will help you enjoy this weekend’s event. Over the last 20 some years, I have tried to see every show, and it is worth it every time. I have photographed the show from Oak Street Beach, North Avenue Beach, Fullerton Ave. beach and Diversey Harbor Area.  This year we are going to try a new spot, Belmont Harbor!     Show Days    The official Chicago Air & Water Show is Saturday and Sunday, August 19th & 20th from 10 AM until about ..read more

Juried by Sandro Miller Curated by Federica Ghidelli and Denise Orlin May 4th – August 30 2023 WithINSight Gallery 4001 N Ravenswood ave, first floor Show’s statement:   “Who sees the human face correctly: the photographer, the mirror, or the painter?” – Pablo Picasso Can a photograph show us the true essence of a human being? Can we, as photographers, capture the human expression going beyond the surface? Our worlds are richer through our everyday interactions with others. When we face each other, we are accessing a deeper understanding of one another, our mental health and well ..read more

  Juried by Susan Burnstine Curated by Federica Ghidelli and Denise Orlin   January 19th – April 21st 2023 WithINSight Gallery 4001 N Ravenswood ave, first floor     Show’s statement:   Over these past few years our sense of place may have shifted. While we were once rooted in our home towns and usual routine, many have explored, traveled and created  a new life for themselves. The opposite is also true. Some of us rediscovered their homes and familiar places, now with new eyes and different priorities. Whatever our journey might be, we all search for places th ..read more

Chicago Photography Classes presents “Work of eARTh” The show is curated by Federica Ghidelli and Denise Orlin. Special Juror: Terry Evans   from Friday, April 22nd at the WithINSight Gallery 4001 N Ravenswood ave, Chicago. ARTISTS ADITYA HANDADI, ALEX ROSE, ALICE BECKER, ANA BONET, ANDY KRANYIK, BARBARA CALABRESE, BARBARA BOLSEN, BOB BLEND, CARMA PARK, CAROL REGENHARDT, CARRIE CULP, CYNTHIA HARRIS, DAN SCOTT, DEBBIE WALKER, DEBBIE BRETAG, DICK AXELROD, ELLEN SULLIVAN, EMILY AXELROD, ERIC MERSCH, EVELINA SNELL, LAVERNE DAHLMAN, GERRI WHITLEY, HANABI CAPON, IAN PRIOR, IVETA ..read more

It is a pleasure and an honor to be invited to teach at this year’s Out of Chicago Live! online conference this year.  When I have taught at their conferences before, I have lectured on Lightroom, Luminar and liquid photography.  This year, I am focusing on Macro Photography.  I have already presented the first part of my macro photo challenge, which if you missed it, can be found here (Free): “What’s In Your Kitchen – A Macro Photography Challenge” (you’ll get a laugh from my outfit!) and will be teaching another Macro Photography class on Saturday, March 12th 4 pm – 5:30 pm ..read more

The Women’s Roundtable presents   “Through the Eyes of Women” The show encompasses everything from the shores of Lake Michigan, election coverage, architectural abstract, alternative processes, travel, and much more. The show is curated by Denise Orlin. The show opens on Friday, April 30th at  the WithINSight Gallery 4001 N Ravenswood ave, Chicago.   Please register for timed entry here.   ARTISTS Visit the gallery by clicking HERE.  You can navigate your way around and see 360 degrees how the show is laid out. If you would like to see High-Resolution Gr ..read more

5 Minutes Sunsets & Sunrises 2021 5 Minutes that’s all the time you’ll get the photograph Chicagohenge, so you better be prepared! Chicagohenge is a phenomenon when the Sun is rising and setting between the skyscrapers of downtown Chicago. Since the streets in the Loop are plotted directly East-West, this phenomenon occurs twice a year, the Spring Equinox (March 20, 2021) and the Autumnal Equinox (September 22, 2021). If you can’t capture on those dates, no worries, you’ll have about +/- 3 days surrounding the equinox to witness and photograph the event. While we cannot control the weather ..read more

5 Minutes Sunsets & Sunrises 2022 Updated for September ‘22 By: Nick Sinnott 5 Minutes that’s all the time you’ll get the photograph Chicagohenge, so you better be prepared!  Chicagohenge is a phenomenon when the Sun is rising and setting between the skyscrapers of downtown Chicago.  Since the streets in the Loop are plotted directly East-West, this phenomenon occurs twice a year, the Spring Equinox (March 20, 2022) and the Autumnal Equinox (September 22, 2022).  If you can’t capture on those dates, no worries, you’ll have about +/- 3 days surrounding the equinox to witnes ..read more