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Photographing Bridges of the Garden
 
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Bridges in myriad styles, materials, and lengths connect the Garden’s nine islands. They make interesting photo subjects and also serve as wonderful vantage points from which to capture the land and water around them. Learn how to use the best focal lengths and framing techniques. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=12 hours FPC elective, fine art or nature & landscape track


4 Wednesdays, July 8 – July 29, 2026, 9 a.m. – noon

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
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Lightroom 1 | Workflow and Image Editing
 
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Capturing a digital photograph is just one step in a multistep process called the digital workflow. Digital workflow begins before we create an image and ends when we develop that image for output. Learn camera preparation, importing and managing images, editing, and preparing images for output. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography. FPC requirement


5 Thursdays, July 9 – August 6, 2026, 6:30 – 9 p.m.

Paul Lucas, nature photographer and instructor
Classroom 1, Learning Center
Not Available
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iPhone Photography Advanced Composition and Post-Processing
 
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Take your iPhone photography to the next level with a deeper focus on strong visual composition and professional-style editing. Refine how you see and frame a scene while photographing throughout the Chicago Botanic Garden. Learn practical post-processing techniques used by professional photographers to enhance color, contrast, and detail to make your images truly stand out. Each week, you will photograph around the Garden, then share and discuss images with helpful, encouraging critiques. A fully charged iPhone is required for this course. Dress for the weather. Expect moderate walking. Prerequisite: Basic iPhone Photography or similar experience.


3 Sundays, July 12 – July 26, 2026, 1 – 4 p.m.

Robert Erving Potter III, photographer and educator
Classroom 6, Learning Center
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Intermediate Digital Photography
 
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Thoughtful processes are key steps in learning to identify, then capture, an impressive and artistic image as an intermediate photographer. Use lead lines, selective manual focus, and appropriate aperture settings to enhance your photos. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or the consent of the instructor FPC requirement


4 Saturdays, July 25 – August 15, 2026, 9 a.m. – noon

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
7/25/2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$299.00
Photographing Dragonflies & Damselflies
 
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New! Delve into the world of these fascinating insects that appeared on the scene roughly 300 million years ago. They are expert fliers and precise, lethal hunters, often called “mosquito hawks,” consuming 30 to100 of the little pests daily. Discover their life cycle, species found in Illinois, and their habitats. Learn the best equipment and settings to capture images of these insects with amazing detail. The first class will be held at the Garden, and the second will consist of a field trip to local hotspots for instruction and practice. In the final session at the Garden, review images and make live Lightroom edits. Transportation is on your own for the field trip. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. A telephoto lens, ideally 100 – 400 mm, is required. Dress for the weather. Prerequisites: Experience with DSLR or mirrorless camera and a telephoto lens. The School’s CEUs=9 hours. FPC elective


3 Saturdays, July 25 – August 8, 2026, 1 – 4 p.m.

Susan Fink, photography instructor
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
7/25/2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$287.00
Photographing Waterlilies
 
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Discover how to capture the beauty of the waterlilies and other aquatic plants found at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Learn which camera settings are best for capturing floral colors, soft focus, and water reflections. Begin with classroom instruction and then go out into the Garden to practice these concepts. A tripod and polarizing filter are recommended but not required. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours FPC elective


Sunday, July 26, 2026, 8 – 11 a.m.

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
7/26/2026 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$87.00
The Organized Photographer
 
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New! Stop drowning in a sea of nameless files and take command of your digital infrastructure. Learn to master your workflow from capture to archive, beginning with pre-shoot planning and smart file-naming conventions that ensure you can find your photos in seconds. Dive deep into the Lightroom Classic ecosystem to master the most efficient ways to cull, organize, and archive your current work. Note, this is a technical workshop focused on building a streamlined system for future work rather than a retroactive project for reorganizing old archives. Laptop computer and a monthly subscription to Lightroom Classic required. External hard drive or SSD recommended. The School’s CEUs=9 hours FPC elective


3 Wednesdays, July 29 – August 12, 2026, 6 – 9 p.m.

Jeff Carrion, photographer, Chicago Botanic Garden
Classroom 4, Learning Center
7/29/2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
$287.00
Urban Photography
 
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There are endless photographic opportunities with the architecture and city scenes of Chicago. We will visit Chinatown, Millennium Park/Lurie Garden, and Navy Pier to capture the sights of the city. Explore new camera settings while learning to integrate landscape and hardscape photography. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. Students will need to purchase water taxi tickets on two of the days that the class meets. The School’s CEUs=15 hours FPC elective


5 Thursdays, July 30 – August 27, 2026, 9 a.m. – noon

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
7/30/2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$499.00
Photographing the Rose Garden
 
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Spend some time in the Garden’s Krasberg Rose Garden and explore ways to saturate color to add interest and drama to your images. Learn how to control light and exposure to enhance the colors and textures of these beloved flowers. A macro/close-up lens and tripod will be helpful but are not required. Macro alternatives will be presented. Students should have a working knowledge of camera controls. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours FPC elective


Sunday, August 2, 2026, 8 – 11 a.m.

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
8/2/2026 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$87.00
iPhone Photography Advanced Composition and Post-Processing | Online
 
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Take your iPhone photography to the next level with a deeper focus on strong visual composition and professional-style editing. Refine how you see and frame a scene while photographing nature in your neighborhood. Learn practical post-processing techniques used by professional photographers to enhance color, contrast, and detail to make your images truly stand out. Each week, you will share and discuss your images in helpful, encouraging critiques. A fully charged iPhone is required for this course. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Prerequisite: Basic iPhone Photography or similar experience.


3 Sundays, August 2 – August 16, 2026, 1 – 4 p.m.

Robert Erving Potter III, photographer and educator
Online Course
8/2/2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$224.00
Photographing Nature | Forest Preserves
 
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Explore the Forest Preserves of Cook and Lake Counties, home to diverse wildlife and native plants. Learn techniques for capturing nature’s beauty of the woodlands, meadows, and marshes while hiking scenic trails. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=12 hours FPC elective


4 Tuesdays, August 4 – August 25, 2026, 9 a.m. – noon

Jack Carlson
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
8/4/2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$374.00
The Fine Art Water Portfolio | Online
 
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Water, the essence of life, will be our canvas for creating artistic images. With a mindful vision, we will slow down to explore the patterns of design formed by water and shorelines. You will learn the tools of your DSLR or mirrorless camera to play with light dancing on the surface, isolate reflections, and direct your camera to paint works of water art. The class will include presentation of work from photography artists, as well as assignments, image reviews, and directions to develop a final portfolio. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. FPC fundamental course, fine art track


6 Fridays, August 7 – September 18, 2026, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (no class September 4)

Iris Lutz, fine art photographer
Online Course
8/7/2026 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$437.00
Photographing the Waterfall Garden
 
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New! Light, shadows, and motion all come together in the Waterfall Garden. Discover how to combine these elements into intriguing images of moving water. Begin with classroom instruction and then go out into the Garden to practice these concepts. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. A tripod and polarizing filter are recommended but not required. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours FPC elective


Sunday, August 9, 2026, 8 – 11 a.m.

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
8/9/2026 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$87.00
Photographing the Japanese Garden
 
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Capture images of the natural beauty and unique structures that are found in the Malott Japanese Garden. Learn how to combine water, light, and shadows during photo time on the islands. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. A tripod and polarizing filter are recommended but not required. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours FPC elective


Sunday, August 16, 2026, 8 – 11 a.m.

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Lakeside Room, Visitor Center
8/16/2026 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$87.00
Photographing Water and Reflections
 
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With more than 81 acres of water at the Garden, these areas and the reflections they create are ideal image subjects. Learn how to control the “speed” of moving water in a still image and manage reflections. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs= 9 hours FPC elective


3 Thursdays, September 10 – September 24, 2026, 9 a.m. – noon

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
9/10/2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$287.00
Photoshop 1
 
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Improve your photos using the tools of Photoshop. Discover such basics as cropping, lighting, color enhancement, and subject modification. You will learn how to use selections and layers to dramatically enhance the quality of your images. A digital camera and laptop computer with Photoshop (full version or elements) is required. FPC requirement


6 Mondays, September 14 – November 2, 2026, 1 – 3:30 p.m. (no class September 21 or October 12)

Iris Allen, freelance photographer and instructor
Classroom 4, Learning Center
9/14/2026 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$437.00
Fine Art Photography Portfolio B | Online
 
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Explore design techniques of today’s best contemporary fine art photographers with an emphasis on conceptual photography. Gain inspiration from painting eras including impressionism, cubism, and surrealism. Practice techniques by doing weekly exercises based on class lessons. Finally, use design techniques to create your own professional portfolio worthy of exhibition. This course is designed for intermediate photographers. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. FPC requirement option, fine art track


6 Wednesdays, September 16 – October 21, 2026, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer
Online Course
9/16/2026 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$499.00
Photograph Hidden Gems of the Garden
 
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Capture images of secret places in the Garden with your camera. Venture off the beaten path and discover tucked-away corners, unexpected textures, and rare scenes that most visitors never experience. This exclusive photography adventure invites you to explore the Garden’s hidden beauty—perfect for one-of-a-kind images. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or equivalent knowledge and skill. Class limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=12 hours FPC elective


4 Saturdays, September 19 – October 10, 2026, 9 a.m. – noon

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer
Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center
9/19/2026 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$374.00
The Inner Landscape | Online
 
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Using the ideas of abstract expressionists, we will release our emotions on a digital canvas with nature as a subject. Explore such painters of this period as Jackson Pollock, Franz Kline, Mark Rothko as well as photographers they inspired in the art world. Intermediate to advanced level. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. FPC required course option, master track


6 Wednesdays, November 4 – December 16, 2026, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (no class November 11 or 25)

Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer
Online Course
11/4/2026 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$499.00
Photoshop 2
 
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Further your knowledge of selections and layers, allowing for photo enhancement and manipulation in this photography class. Projects include black and white with color accents, old photo restoration, and abstract art creation. Laptop computer with a current version of Adobe Photoshop installed and a digital camera are required. Prerequisite: Photoshop 1 or approval of instructor. The School’s CEUs=15 hours FPC elective


6 Mondays, November 9 – December 14, 2026, 1 – 3:30 p.m.

Iris Allen, freelance photographer and instructor
Classroom 4, Learning Center
11/9/2026 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$437.00

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