Gain a new perspective of A Longwood Christmas—a time that is typically admired and photographed for its stunning displays with vibrant colors—by instead capturing its beauty through an entirely different lens: in black and white.
With black and white photography, capture the contrasts, shapes, and lines of the season and take striking photos of the indoor and outdoor Christmas displays at Longwood. Get early access to the Gardens for a morning photography session, then join your classmates and instructor online to share your favorite shots.
Course Schedule
Online Orientation
Thursday, December 19, 6:00–8:00 pm
On-site Shoot
Saturday, December 21, 7:00–10:00 am
Online Critique
Thursday, January 2, 6:00–8:00 pm
Full course content includes both the online and the onsite components.
Location
Online via Zoom
Onsite throughout the Gardens
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
Mike Froio
Michael Froio is a photographer and educator in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. Much of his work focuses on understanding the built environment and how history creates a compelling narrative in photography. Froio 's commissioned work includes architectural, railroad, and heavy industry documentation and research projects in various mediums, including large format film, digital stills, videos, and time-lapse photography. His work resides in noted collections, including the Library of Congress, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Woodmere Museum, and the Camden County Arts Bank collection.
Additional Information
Photos taken during photography classes at Longwood may not be sold for commercial uses.
