Introduction to Portrait Photography

Introduction to Portrait Photography

CREATIVE ARTS CLASS WITH ONLINE AND ONSITE COMPONENTS
A person in an orange hat kneeling on the ground taking a photograph.
Carol DeGuiseppi

Dates & Price

May 13–28, 2025


Fee: $129

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


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 May 8, 2025

Registration Opens January 2025

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. 

Learn the fundamentals of portrait photography by experimenting with lighting, posing, and beautiful botanical scenery. Then, work with fellow photography enthusiasts to make fun, impactful portraits in the Gardens—be ready to take portraits and have your portrait taken. Any camera is welcome, from smartphone to professional.

Course Schedule

Online Orientation
Tuesday, May 13, 6:30–7:15 pm

Onsite Shoot
Saturday, May 17, 7:00–10:00 am

The inclement weather date is Sunday, FMay 18

Online Critique
Wednesday, May 28, 6:30–8:30 pm

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

Location

Online via Zoom
Onsite throughout the Conservatory

Instructor

Drew Tolbert

Drew Tolbert is a Pennsylvania-based photographer who has focused on architectural studies since 2002. He uses a variety of photographic techniques ranging from drone imagery to large format film.

Additional Information

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