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Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 08 February
Oakhill Jackson - 10am - 3 Hours
April Leigh
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       4 places left
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 01 March
Czech Village - 10am - 2 Hours
April Leigh
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 March
Oakhill Jackson - 10am - 3 Hours
April Leigh
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92       5 places left

Radiant Portraits: Natural Light Photography Meetup

Radiant Portraits: Natural Light Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 April
Czech Village - 10am - 2 Hours
April Leigh
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.

We, as a class, will be photographing a model without any on-camera flash or strobe photography. Just the available light, we will walk through, troubleshoot, make adjustments and capture a portrait successfully.

We will also learn how to use light modifiers like a reflector to help capture appropriately exposed shots in not-so-great lighting
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$47      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 03 May
Otis Rd SE - 10am - 2 Hours
April Leigh
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
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$47      
ABOUT CEDAR
RAPIDS
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Cedar Rapids.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Cedar Rapids Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    The instructor was very knowledgeable and supportive. She adapted well to changing conditions. She provided great resources to work on after the course.
    5/5
    Sean
    2024-07-14
    It was a delight to meet Mykael and I found renewed excitement for photography.
    5/5
    Pat
    2024-04-24
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    April Leigh
    Mykael Leigh is a published photographer based in Eastern Iowa. She received her B.F.A in digital photography in 2013 from the Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago. She has worked and exhibited in Chicago and neighboring cities. Her specializations are portraiture, boudoir, and senior portraits. She loves the arts and enjoys creating projects that speak to the client's interest.

    As a fine artist, she creates sharp images that reflect the individual. She uses fine art and documentary elements with portraiture throughout many of her works. In many situations, she connects with the client by making them feel comfortable.

    April Leigh is available for private bookings

    Saturdays from 12pm until 6pm for portraits.

    PHOTOS
    Cedar Rapids Photography Group
    2024-11-27
    Title or Location: Big Horn Moutains of Wyoming
    I was backpacking up here in June with my dog Juno. This was our second night camp area. Little over 10,000 feet. Taken with Nikon 7200 and 50 mm lens on a tripod.
    Credit: Scott Shrader
    Facebook: Scott Shrader Photography
    Instagram: Iowaoutdoorsphoto

    Cedar Rapids Photography Group
    2024-11-20
    Title or Location: South of Black River Falls, Wisconsin
    A stand of pine trees south of Black River Falls, Wisconsin.
    Credit: Kevin E. Schmidt
    Cedar Rapids Photography Group
    2024-10-16
    Title or Location: McGregor, Iowa
    Sunlight breaking through the clouds causes the colors of the changing season to explodes off the bluffs surrounding Pike Peak State Park near McGregor, Iowa October 13th, 2024.
    Credit: Kevin E. Schmidt

    Cedar Rapids Photography Group
    2024-10-02
    Title or Location: Kingston Stadium, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA
    Taken during week 4 of the Iowa high school football season during the cross-town rivalry of John F Kennedy Cougars vs the George Washington Warriors, the class of 2027 and 4-star ranked kicker Logan Barton Left the locker room early during half time to practice some field goals, he often lines himself up 40, 50, and even 60 yards away from the field goal despite a lighter build. I asked him to put his helmet on for some shots, I got up close in front of him (Hoping he wouldn't drill me in
    Credit: Isaac White Photography
    Instagram: Isaacwhitephotography

    Cedar Rapids Photography Group
    2024-09-25
    Title or Location: Maquoketa, Iowa
    Even the most common thing like a branch of an evergreen bush (Hinoki cypress) can suddenly take center stage as it's illuminated by the perfect sulight for a few moments.
    Credit: Kevin E. Schmidt
    Cedar Rapids Photography Group
    2024-08-11
    Title or Location: Lima Church, Fayette, IA
    The bride, Ashley's great great grandparents were owners of the general store in Lima. The town was torn down to build a lake, but the church was on high enough ground so they were able to keep it. The lake was never built and what was the town is now Volga State recreation area. Ashley's great grandparents Darlene and Verle Pugh were married in the church in the late 40's. Ashley grew up as a little kid doing events and such at the Lima Church with her great grandparents and it was her childh
    Credit: Megan Long
    Facebook: Lead With Light Photography
    Instagram: @Leadwithlightphotography

    Mornington Photography Group
    2025-02-07
    Title or Location: Narre Warren
    Spent the end of the day watching the sun set over the local lakeside reserve, the different hues of red and orange painting the sky creating a beautiful landscape
    Credit: Anne-Maree Wise
    Instagram: @annemareew11

    Lincoln Photography Group
    2025-02-07
    Title or Location: Observation Tower /Platte River State Park
    I was taking shots of the trees in fall colors, when the train came around the bend and lined up with the edge of the water. Lucky shot....right time, right place!
    Credit: Cyndi Miller
    Facebook: Cyndi Akin-Miller
    Instagram: 1cyndi1
    Las Vegas Photography Group
    2025-02-06
    Title or Location: Red Rock Canyon Overlook
    The moon is setting behind the mountain range, giving the faint glow behind the mountains. Taken with a Nikon Z5 30mm f/2.8, 5 sec and ISO 2500.
    Credit: Michelle Albert

    Albuquerque Photography Group
    2025-02-05
    Title or Location: Placitas, NM
    Clouds and star trails, Placitas, NM.
    Credit: Jim N

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