Ego-Free Photography Classes
and Personal Instruction

Ego-Free
Photography Classes
Personal Instruction

Capture more exciting photos with any camera

Capture more exciting
photos with any camera

Believe It, You Can Learn Photography

Believe It, You Can
Learn Photography

IN-PERSON CAMERA CLASSES AND ONLINE COURSES

IN-PERSON CAMERA CLASSES
AND ONLINE COURSES

Everyone has a reason for picking up a camera. Although the reasons vary, all share a common goal: they want “awesome” images. But great photos require more than simply pressing a button. Photography combines technical knowledge with creative expression, and understanding both makes all the difference: ONE, learning how to use your camera, and TWO, learning how to compose a compelling photograph.

Answering the call, the Beginner Photography Series offers a friendly, approachable way to learn photography. It seamlessly blends the technical and expressive aspects of using a DSLR or Mirrorless camera with minimal jargon that anyone can understand. Whether you’re new, stuck on AUTO, or ready to grow creatively, Shutterbug offers plenty for enthusiasts and budding pros.

LOCATION: 2025 Riverside Drive, Columbus, OH 43221

LOCATION: 2025 Riverside Drive,
Columbus, OH 43221

CAMERA CONTROL

Beginner Photography ONE

Beginner ONE
Photography

Beginner ONE is foundational and is ideal if you are starting or stuck on Auto. Designed to get you shooting in Manual and Priority modes, this class teaches you how to take control of your camera and use it for more intentional photographs.

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CAMERA CREATE

Beginner Photography TWO

Beginner TWO
Photography

Building on the fundamentals in ONE, Beginner Photography TWO focuses on the expressive side of using a camera. It offers a practical and creative approach to better picture design and image composition that anyone can easily understand.

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COMING SOON

LEARN ONLINE

Can’t make it to an in-person class? The Beginner Photography Series is coming online soon, bringing the learning experience right to your home. If you’re taking classes locally, the online courses offer a convenient way to reinforce your knowledge and skills.

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Photography Classes That Educate

Photography Classes
That Educate

WEEKLY IN-PERSON CLASSES

Learning how to use a camera is more challenging than many people realize. With all the hype and misinformation about learning “pro” photography on the weekend, it’s no wonder people think using a camera is easy, until they try. Brief introductions are okay, but only point out the way, giving you enough info to “be dangerous.” But you want more than that with your photography.

The Beginner Series offers a refreshing approach to camera operation and picture composition.  Each course consists of four weekly in-person sessions and a group outing or editing session. No boring lectures here; classes are small and limited to only ten seats to encourage interaction, clarify the material, and address questions.

Oh yeah, and you’ll have a great time.
Photography is FUN when you know what you’re doing with a camera.

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HAVE QUESTIONS?

Although this is a beginner's series, it is far from basic. Beginner Photography ONE and Beginner Photography TWO are complete courses that break down the process of using a camera and creating better pictures through image composition, regardless of your intentions with photography.

 

But don't be intimidated; anyone can do it, and many have—check out the rave student reviews.

 

Each class includes a full PDF copy of the course companion book that you can use to continue learning long after class. Plus, if things don't click right away, you are welcome to retake the class as often as you need at no additional cost—forever.

Any camera that allows you to adjust the exposure manually is fitting for Beginner Photography ONE. Interchangeable lens cameras are shoo-ins, but you can use a compact or bridge camera with a fixed lens. Call or text (614) 427-1671 if you are unsure whether your camera is suitable.

 

Any camera is suitable for Beginner Photography TWO, including smartphones. Picture design and image composition are universal and don't require special equipment.

Beginner Photography ONE and TWO meet once a week for four weeks. Each session is scheduled for 1.5 hours, and we often run a little long because of questions and hands on practice. Both courses include a bonus class outing that lasts at least two hours and sometimes longer. At a minimum, you get eight hours of hands-on instruction teaching you how to capture better photographs.

 

PHOTO FINISH meets once a week for three weeks. Each session is scheduled for 1.5 hours, and we can run long because we get lost looking at photos. The course includes a personal 30-minute one-on-one follow-up session via Zoom or over the phone.

Hi, I’m Braddley Addams, and I created Shutterbug Training. I’m a photographer, educator, and graphic designer, and since 2013, I’ve helped beginners learn photography faster. With over four decades behind a lens, I've collected a wealth of knowledge and experience that I generously share with my students.

 

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I've been published in many print and digital publications, including Columbus Monthly, The Times Online, Cape Air Magazine, Luxury Pools Magazine, Nantucket Current, and N Magazine, just to name-drop a few. My efforts with photography now revolve around educating others and pursuing personal work.

Learning photography and complicated cameras can be challenging; I am available to you before and after and between sessions if you need help. You may also retake the class anytime at no cost, whether in part or whole.

Life happens. If you cannot attend all scheduled sessions, you can still access the same material by attending an upcoming class. Classes are held regularly throughout the year; you can make up a session or retake the class entirely anytime for free.

All ages are welcome to attend, but the majority of our students are adults. Although we have had students as young as 12 years old participate without issue, it all comes down to your child's ability to follow along. You can opt for a Personal Session if the class is too challenging.

 

Note: Minors under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Classes are held at Haven Collective, 2025 Riverside Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43221 (between Trabue Rd. and 5th Ave.) The building is wheelchair accessible with ample free parking.
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FOREVER-FREE DO-OVERS
FOREVER-FREE
DO-OVERS

Learning photography can be challenging. If you want to retake the class, feel free to return as often as you wish until it begins to click—at no cost!

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