RICHMOND
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 06 October
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Daring Leaderman
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      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Sunday 27 October
Downtown - 10am - 2 Hours
Daring Leaderman
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      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Sunday 17 November
Downtown - 10am - 2 Hours
Daring Leaderman
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$47      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 08 December
South 12th Street, Richmond - 10am - 3 Hours
Daring Leaderman
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      

Nearby Photography Groups

Up Close with Flowers Meetup

Up Close with Flowers Meetup

Sunday 29 September
Azalea Garden Road - 9am - 2 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
Discover the intricate world of flora and fauna through your lens at the serene Norfolk Botanical Gardens. Delve into the art of macro photography and learn to capture vivid and engaging images that afford your audience a glimpse into the often overlooked elegance of nature. This session provides an opportunity to develop the skill of photographing the minute details and dynamic colors of flowers, alongside the captivating insects they attract.

With a focus on clarity, color, and composition, you will acquire techniques to create photographs that seize the viewer's curiosity and appreciation. As autumn graces the gardens, it's prime time to document the vibrant activity of Monarch butterflies fueling up for their impending migration and bees bustling about in their annual harvest of pollen.

Join us for a photographic exploration that promises not only to enhance your skills but also to enrich your perspective on the simple yet awe-inspiring beauty that lies within a petal's reach.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Saturday 12 October
Marlin Bay Dr. - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
Master the Art of Photography: A Journey Through the Exposure Triangle

Unlock the secret to impeccable photography by grasping the integral components of the exposure triangle: ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. Our comprehensive class is meticulously designed to illuminate the individual roles these settings play in crafting the perfect exposure.

Dive into a hands-on learning experience as we explore the nuances of selecting the optimal settings to echo your creative vision. Understand the profound influence of lighting and composition on your photographic choices and refine your skills through practical exercises.

Benefit from personalized guidance with ample opportunity for one-on-one coaching to ensure you confidently navigate through the complexities of manual camera operation.

Participants are kindly requested to bring a camera capable of shooting in manual mode. For an enhanced learning experience, please also bring your camera's user manual, particularly if you are unfamiliar with its settings.

Embark on your path to creating visually stunning photographs with precision and intention. Join us and transform the way you capture moments forever.
book now
$92       5 places left
BW Photography Walk  Talk Meetup

BW Photography Walk Talk Meetup

Sunday 27 October
E. Princess Anne Road - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
Embark on a photographic journey of contrasts and shapes, where composition and lighting take center stage in the absence of color. Dive into the art of black and white photography, an experience crafted for enthusiasts of all skill levels and open to any type of camera, from DSLRs to smartphones.

Join us for an afternoon session perfectly timed to capture the dramatic long shadows that accentuate the monochromatic beauty of our surroundings. Over two enriching hours, you'll get hands-on experience and insights into the powerful role of mood in photography.

Our chosen canvas is the historic Elmwood Cemetery, a peaceful resting place founded in 1853. This location boasts an array of markers, family mausoleums, and standalone sculptures set against a serene park-like backdrop. Also, within this setting, lies West Point Cemetery, with its own rich history dating back to 1875, which includes the burial grounds for 58 Union Army volunteers.

Discover the storied past and visual splendor of these hallowed grounds, and let their timeless beauty inspire your photographic narrative. Whether a seasoned professional or an eager novice, this meet-up is a unique opportunity to refine your skills and view the world through a different lens.
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$47      

Beginner's Photography II Class Shooting in Manual Mode

Beginner's Photography II Class Shooting in Manual Mode

Saturday 02 November
General Booth Blvd - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
Continue your photographic journey with our Advanced Photography Course. After mastering the basics, delve into in-depth concepts covering composition, the analysis of RAW vs JPEG image formats, in-detail photo editing, comprehensive file storage, and plenty of practice for honing your manual mode shooting skills.

If you know the ropes of operating your camera and are keen to refine the quality of your photos, you're more than welcome to join. With our three-hour interactive sessions, you'll participate in numerous activities for practical learning, and be a part of insightful discussions offering individual and group feedback. Unleash your full potential and turn your vision into captivating art.
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$92      
Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Saturday 16 November
Marlin Bay Dr. - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
Master the Art of Photography: A Journey Through the Exposure Triangle

Unlock the secret to impeccable photography by grasping the integral components of the exposure triangle: ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. Our comprehensive class is meticulously designed to illuminate the individual roles these settings play in crafting the perfect exposure.

Dive into a hands-on learning experience as we explore the nuances of selecting the optimal settings to echo your creative vision. Understand the profound influence of lighting and composition on your photographic choices and refine your skills through practical exercises.

Benefit from personalized guidance with ample opportunity for one-on-one coaching to ensure you confidently navigate through the complexities of manual camera operation.

Participants are kindly requested to bring a camera capable of shooting in manual mode. For an enhanced learning experience, please also bring your camera's user manual, particularly if you are unfamiliar with its settings.

Embark on your path to creating visually stunning photographs with precision and intention. Join us and transform the way you capture moments forever.
book now
$92      
Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Sunday 08 December
Marlin Bay Dr. - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
Master the Art of Photography: A Journey Through the Exposure Triangle

Unlock the secret to impeccable photography by grasping the integral components of the exposure triangle: ISO, aperture, and shutter speed. Our comprehensive class is meticulously designed to illuminate the individual roles these settings play in crafting the perfect exposure.

Dive into a hands-on learning experience as we explore the nuances of selecting the optimal settings to echo your creative vision. Understand the profound influence of lighting and composition on your photographic choices and refine your skills through practical exercises.

Benefit from personalized guidance with ample opportunity for one-on-one coaching to ensure you confidently navigate through the complexities of manual camera operation.

Participants are kindly requested to bring a camera capable of shooting in manual mode. For an enhanced learning experience, please also bring your camera's user manual, particularly if you are unfamiliar with its settings.

Embark on your path to creating visually stunning photographs with precision and intention. Join us and transform the way you capture moments forever.
book now
$92      

Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Saturday 15 March
Marlin Bay Dr. - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
This class will cover the exposure triangle and the part that ISO, aperture, and shutter speed play individually in achieving the perfect exposure. We'll delve into how to choose which setting to prioritize based on the image you want to produce, and how lighting and composition impact those choices. There will be practice activities, and plenty of time for one-on-one coaching. Please bring a camera that can shoot in manual mode, and if you are not familiar with where the settings are on your camera, please also bring the user's manual for your camera.
book now
$92      
Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Saturday 05 April
Marlin Bay Dr. - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
This class will cover the exposure triangle and the part that ISO, aperture, and shutter speed play individually in achieving the perfect exposure. We'll delve into how to choose which setting to prioritize based on the image you want to produce, and how lighting and composition impact those choices. There will be practice activities, and plenty of time for one-on-one coaching. Please bring a camera that can shoot in manual mode, and if you are not familiar with where the settings are on your camera, please also bring the user's manual for your camera.
book now
$92      
Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Saturday 10 May
Marlin Bay Dr. - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
This class will cover the exposure triangle and the part that ISO, aperture, and shutter speed play individually in achieving the perfect exposure. We'll delve into how to choose which setting to prioritize based on the image you want to produce, and how lighting and composition impact those choices. There will be practice activities, and plenty of time for one-on-one coaching. Please bring a camera that can shoot in manual mode, and if you are not familiar with where the settings are on your camera, please also bring the user's manual for your camera.
book now
$92      

Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Saturday 07 June
Marlin Bay Dr. - 9am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
This class will cover the exposure triangle and the part that ISO, aperture, and shutter speed play individually in achieving the perfect exposure. We'll delve into how to choose which setting to prioritize based on the image you want to produce, and how lighting and composition impact those choices. There will be practice activities, and plenty of time for one-on-one coaching. Please bring a camera that can shoot in manual mode, and if you are not familiar with where the settings are on your camera, please also bring the user's manual for your camera.
book now
$92      
Beginner's Photography I Class

Beginner's Photography I Class

Saturday 12 July
Marlin Bay Dr. - 8:30am - 3 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
This class will cover the exposure triangle and the part that ISO, aperture, and shutter speed play individually in achieving the perfect exposure. We'll delve into how to choose which setting to prioritize based on the image you want to produce, and how lighting and composition impact those choices. There will be practice activities, and plenty of time for one-on-one coaching. Please bring a camera that can shoot in manual mode, and if you are not familiar with where the settings are on your camera, please also bring the user's manual for your camera.
book now
$92      
Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunday 20 July
Cape Charles - 7pm - 2 Hours
Virginia Beach Photography Group
Dawn Rykheart
Capture a beautiful sunset over the water! We'll talk about the optimal camera settings to balance light and capture the rich colors of the sky, and we'll play with reflections in the water. Keep a lookout for seabirds wrapping up dinnertime and enjoy the peace that settles in as the day comes to a close.
book now
$47      

ABOUT RICHMOND
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 Richmond .

  • 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 Richmond Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Excellent overview and practice session in photography for beginners that even my 10 year old granddaughter could understand. Eric is quite intuitive and able to relate to students of all ages and ability levels. Highly recommended!
    5/5
    Alisa
    2024-05-13
    great event. Eric was very knowledgeable and nice. Made it a welcoming athmosphere.
    5/5
    Latoya
    2024-05-01
    Good opportunity to take photographs of a subject and from a location I wouldn?t have known about. Weather could have been more cooperative but it was a good experience.
    5/5
    Mark
    2024-04-29

    Great opportunity to shoot various spots I had a great time. Eric is very friendly, hands on and willing to help/ answer questions
    5/5
    Welly
    2024-04-29
    Eric was great. Very informative.
    5/5
    Mark
    2024-02-18
    Eric Hackler was a great teacher. His enthusiasm showed and he took the time to explain many of the concepts. I appreciated his approach and encouragement. He helped me to understand my camera and how the different settings affect a photo.
    5/5
    James
    2024-02-11

    I loved it! I appreciate the balance of own your own challenges and instructional/ lecture time. I got to learn and apply, and have some ideas on where i can go beyond the class on how I can improve my own camera skills.
    5/5
    Katie
    2024-02-11
    Very instructive class on basics. Eric was terrific!
    5/5
    Neal
    2024-01-21
    I thought Eric was an awesome instructor. He taught our class the basics with kindness and structure.
    5/5
    Cierra
    2023-12-05

    5 ,Very interesting.
    5/5
    Marcia
    2023-12-04
    Very helpful and informative
    5/5
    Garnett
    2023-12-04
    Eric is a great instructor. My first time shooting at sunset and I learned a lot about shutter/f stop/iso settings. I was able to build on what I learned in previous class.
    4/5
    Jeffrey
    2023-08-21

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Daring Leaderman
    Daring Leaderman is a professional photographer, TV/video producer and publisher with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment and media art industry.
    FSU graduate 2015 - Media Communications



    Daring Leaderman is available for private bookings

    One on one classes and tutoring are available on Tuesday evenings and Sunday mornings.
    These classes include:
    Camera familiarity - Getting to know the modes and functions of your camera
    Studio Lighting - Learn the basics of using lights (strobes/flashes) in a studio setting

    PHOTOS
    Richmond Photography Group
    2024-09-13
    Title or Location: Brown's island
    After a dinner date, we decided to walk around the city with my camera. Started at Browns island where we came upon this scene at the bridge onto the island near the civil war museum. Sony A7IV with Sirui Anamorphic 35mm lens
    Credit: Brandon Miller
    Instagram: RVAE38

    Richmond Photography Group
    2024-08-31
    Title or Location: Washington National Cathedral
    We were in DC for a brief overnight visit and had a chance to visit the National Cathedral on a Monday morning with few other visitors. This shot was taken on the 7th floor observation gallery. I only had my iPhone, but also a great unobstructed view of the neo-gothic arches along this walkway.
    Credit: Paul Trapp
    Richmond Photography Group
    2024-08-26
    Title or Location: Bald Head Island, North Carolina, USA
    We had the pleasure of a family cruise with friends who are the owners of Blackbeard Scuba on the Cape Fear River, NC during a strikingly colorful sunset. We were ?running into harbor? before a squall could hit and I managed to capture the light from the setting sun astern.
    Credit: Ted Peck

    Richmond Photography Group
    2024-08-14
    Title or Location: Richmond, Virginia
    This photo was taken after a rain in my backyard using my Nikon Z7ii and an old Nikon 200mm macro lens, a lens I had not used recently. So I pulled out my FTZ adapter, attached the lens and had fun photographing our daylilies.
    Credit: Bruce Yoder
    Instagram: bayyoder

    Richmond Photography Group
    2024-08-10
    Title or Location: In my backyard garden - Mechanicsville VA
    I love my flower gardens and I always plant flowers for the birds and pollinators! I planted several varieties of sunflowers. I was intrigued by the back of this sunflower and the colors of the petals from behind and the way the afternoon light was shining on it. The details were stunning. It?s one of my favorite flower shots I have taken!
    Credit: Lisa Watkins
    Instagram: lisawatkinsphotography
    Richmond Photography Group
    2024-08-05
    Title or Location: Lewis Ginter Botannical Gardens, Richmond, VA
    Saw lily pads near the front entrance to the glass building while on my way to take photos of butterflys. The colors and near perfection of this particular lily pad caught my eye. Photographed with a nikon super zoom p510. Post processing in Photoshop.
    Credit: Mark Best

    Buffalo Photography Group
    2024-09-17
    Title or Location: Taughannock Falls State Park
    A landscape taken at Taughannock Falls State Park, fall colors are starting to become more apparent with a slight pop of orange and yellow hues.
    Credit: Lippincott Photography
    Facebook: lippincott.photography
    Instagram: lippincott.photography
    Maidstone Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Whitstable
    Taken in Whitstable.Nikon D 750 & Nikkor lens 24-120 mm ISO 100f/16. 1/2s. 120mmND 8 filter
    Credit: Jako Ecka
    Sevenoaks Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Dumfries Scotland
    While sitting in the conservatory drinking a morning coffee this squirrel came bounding into the garden and looked as if it was up to mischief, then it dived into the VW planter and started playing. stayed for quite a long time before he got fed up and went back over the fence.
    Credit: Chris Babbage

    Northumberland Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Dew on a Spider Thread
    The dazzling displays that low cloud cover and autumn spiders bring. I'll return to photographing dewy spiderwebs. I was in a rush and wish I'd spent more time to get closer to the subject and use less crop, but next time.
    Credit: Michael Robinson
    Instagram: @NorthumbrianLights
    Salt Lake City Photography Group
    2024-09-16
    Title or Location: Morgan, Utah
    A wild thunderstorm pounds Utah's Wasatch Mountains near the Francis Peak radar towers.
    Credit: Chad Hawkes
    Facebook: chadhawkesphotography
    Instagram: chadhawkesphotography
    Huddersfield Photography Group
    2024-09-13
    Title or Location: Almondbury, Huddersfield
    The Crane fly looked like it had crash landed nose first. Taken with a Canon 80D 100L Macro lens. iso 640, f6.3, 1/160s. 7 shot photo stack developed using Helicon Focus.
    Credit: David Elliff
    Facebook: David Elliff
    Instagram: elliffdavid

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