Flash Photography 101

Flash Photography 101

CREATIVE ARTS CLASS WITH ONLINE AND ONSITE COMPONENTS
An up close image of a person holding a camera aiming to take a photograph.
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Dates & Prices

September 9–22, 2026


Fee: $149

Fee for Innovators, Gardens Preferred, and Gardens Premium Members: $134

Fee includes all-day admission to the Gardens on the day the class is onsite.


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.

Register by September 2, 2026

Registration Opens Soon

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

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

During this beginner-friendly photography class, add flash photography to your repertoire of skills and gain early, exclusive access to the Conservatories before the Gardens open to guests. This class begins with an online introduction to flash photography equipment and techniques, followed by a hands-on photography session in the Conservatories. Round out the experience by joining your instructor and fellow photographers online for a critique of the photos taken during the onsite session.

Course Schedule

Online Orientation
Wednesday, September 9, 6:00–7:00 pm

Onsite Session
Saturday, September 12, 7:00–10:00 am

Online Review
Tuesday, September 22, 6:00–8:00 pm

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

Location

Onsite at Longwood Gardens with additional online sessions.

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

Bob Gross

Having graduated with a degree in visual communications, Bob Gross has 40 years of experience as a professional designer, photographer, and instructor. He has conducted classes and workshops ranging from beginner photography to advanced computer imaging. Gross also served as an adjunct professor at Drexel University, where he taught a graduate course in biomedical photography. Gross loves creating images of nature, landscapes, and wildlife; but what really excites him is seeing a student's eyes light up when they say, "Wow, NOW I get it!”

Additional Info

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