Students of photography have an opportunity to improve their printing skills in these special open-darkroom sessions. A professional photographer is on hand to assist with questions or problems.

In this class, students with color printing experience and knowledge of basic darkroom techniques create color prints from their own negatives or slides. An instructor is on hand to provide assistance and guidance.

In this course, the history of each style of photography is examined as well as its evolution and influence on contemporary photographic practices. Students view thousands of historical and contemporary photographs in their exploration of the six photographic philosophies.

Students of photography have an opportunity to improve their printing skills in these special open-darkroom sessions. A professional photographer is on hand to assist with questions or problems.

In this class, students with color printing experience and knowledge of basic darkroom techniques create color prints from their own negatives or slides. An instructor is on hand to provide assistance and guidance.

This darkroom-focused class is geared for photographers with basic darkroom skills and beyond, who are interested in taking their work to the next level. Students benefit from small-group lectures, individual instruction, and independent work to gain confidence in a specific area.

Drawing inspiration from the rich tradition of such masters as Ansel Adams, Edward Weston, and Paul Caponigro, intermediate and advanced photography students have an opportunity to develop a personal vision of the modern landscape.

Drawing inspiration from the rich tradition of such masters as Ansel Adams, Edward Weston, and Paul Caponigro, intermediate and advanced photography students have an opportunity to develop a personal vision of the modern landscape.

Students of photography have an opportunity to improve their printing skills in these special open-darkroom sessions. A professional photographer is on hand to assist with questions or problems.

In this class, students with color printing experience and knowledge of basic darkroom techniques create color prints from their own negatives or slides. An instructor is on hand to provide assistance and guidance.

This course provides a thorough introduction to the 35mm camera and the basics of photo darkroom techniques. Students learn how to use the camera, compose a photograph, develop film, and make a print.

Challenge your way of thinking about shooting outdoors on location using a minimal amount of equipment and a fresh perspective. Capture this vibrant capital city in action and explore locations in depth where both good planning and quick reflexes rule.

This course provides a thorough introduction to the 35mm camera and the basics of photo darkroom techniques. Students learn how to use the camera, compose a photograph, develop film, and make a print.

This black-and-white photography course is designed for those who want to learn how to create portraits of men and women, using the special lighting controls of the studio.

This non-darkroom course is designed for beginners who want to learn how to use their digital or film-based camera as a creative tool. The goal is to gain skill in technical aspects of photography so that they can concentrate on composing beautiful images.

Described as a national treasure, the 15-mile stretch of the Potomac River from River Bend Park to Roosevelt Island is the focus of shooting assignments in this course. After a classroom orientation session, photographers record spring’s progress from both Maryland and Virginia locations in this beautiful and ecologically significant area.

This workshop is designed for photographers with some photographic experience who enjoy scenic hikes paced to optimize picture-taking opportunities. Build your portfolio while hiking along some of the mid-Atlantic’s most beautiful streams and dramatic waterfalls.

With an inside look at the Smithsonian's conservation efforts, this seminar offers expert advice on photograph identification, common deterioration problems and solutions, techniques for preserving personal collections, and digital preservation.

Designed for photographers working in a digital darkroom with Adobe Photoshop, this class introduces students to the most effective ways of setting up files to make controlled tone and color adjustments.