Autumn Nature Photography

Autumn Nature Photography

Creative Arts Class with Online and Onsite Components
A meadow and field at dusk in autumn.
Scott Hummel

Dates & Prices

November 4–20, 2024


Fee: $129

Fee for Innovators, Gardens Preferred, and Gardens Premium Members: $116


Register by October 30, 2024

This class is intended as an adult learning experience. Find out more about our Family Learning experiences.

Registrations may be cancelled up to two weeks before the event, and your registration fee, less a $30 processing fee, will be refunded. Please note that refunds are not available for programs moved to scheduled inclement weather dates.

To notify us of your cancellation, email us or call 610-388-5454.

Innovators, Gardens Preferred, and Gardens Premium Members save on Continuing Education Courses

A 10% discount on classes will be applied automatically at the time of checkout. 

Get a chance to photograph one of the most breathtaking parts of Longwood—a natural area adjacent to the Gardens, not usually open to guests. An untouched autumnal landscape, the property is full of color and life during this time of year, and you’ll be able to capture the striking architecture of its plants—and any potential wildlife that you might encounter. 

Course Schedule

Online Orientation
Monday, November 4, 6:30–7:30 pm

On-site Shoot
Wednesday, November 6, 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Inclement Weather Date
Friday, November 8, 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Online Review
Wednesday, November 20, 6:30–8:30 pm

Full course content includes both the online and the onsite components.

Location

Online via Zoom
Onsite throughout the Abbondi property

This program will take place partially or entirely outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear footwear suited for walking on uneven paths and through wet areas.

Instructor

Valerie Hoffman

Based out of southeast Pennsylvania, Valerie Hoffman is an avid landscape, wildlife, floral, and architectural/real estate photographer and photography instructor. Hoffman cannot remember a time when photography was not a passion. This led her to pursue a degree in photography. After more than 25 years selling photographic equipment, Hoffman embarked on a career teaching private photography lesson, group classes, and workshops. She loves sharing her photographic knowledge and inspiring people to take their photography skills to deeper and more creative levels.

Additional Information

Photos taken during photography classes at Longwood may not be sold for commercial uses.