RENO
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Upcoming Events

50mm Lens Meetup

50mm Lens Meetup

Saturday 22 February
Idlewild Drive - 10am - 2 Hours
James French
The 50mm lens is one of the flexible and useful lenses in any photographer’s gear bag. It is neither a wide-angle or telephoto lens, but allows the camera to see on the same scale as your eye. As such, it can be used for a variety of styles, from landscape and street photography to portrait and product photography. In this meetup, we’ll review the basic camera settings. We’ll then cover some of the advantages of shooting with a prime lens, and some basic techniques to using the 50mm lens. As always, there will be ample opportunities for you to put your new knowledge into practice.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 08 March
Riverwalk District - 10am - 3 Hours
James French
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92      
Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Saturday 22 March
North Sierra - 3pm - 2 Hours
James French
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.

Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
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$47      

ABOUT RENO
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Reno.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Reno Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Lots of good information, some I was already familiar with, some brand new. Will definitely improve my use of Lightroom and my photos on the whole. Thank you!
    5/5
    Juli
    2024-03-03
    Isaac is is good teacher in which i learned alot. i had a great time taking different photos in which i applied
    5/5
    marci
    2024-02-05
    Isaac was great!
    5/5
    Russell
    2024-02-04

    The instructor was knowledgeable and very helpful. He provided insights to improve composition and exposure in difficult lighting. I learned a lot and had a great time.
    5/5
    Lori
    2024-01-21
    Excellent event. Isaac is a great guide and I really enjoyed learning new perspectives and techniques from him. Two hours is the right length of time for this type of event.
    5/5
    Lori
    2023-11-14
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    James French
    James French is a local artist, director, photographer and performer in Reno, NV and surrounding cities. He graduated in 2016 from The Art Institute of California with an Associates of Science Degree in Photography. Since then he has worked privately as well as in partnership with other local artists and theatres to create more artwork. As a theatre director, he has had the honor of blending his many talents to a live stage for the last 5 years for various show productions and was given the "Volunteer of the Year" award in 2022 from TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada. His passion for art in various capacities and platforms has given him so many unforgettable experiences to date. He is very excited to share his experience and knowledge with other passionate artists.

    James French is available for private bookings

    Available Sunday Mornings for additional Project Assistance and Tutoring.

    PHOTOS
    Reno Photography Group
    2025-02-05
    Title or Location: Washoe Nevada south of Reno
    It was a windy drizzly day with dramatic cloud formations and I found a herd of wild horses near Washoe Lake south of Reno. The horses mind their own business with always one keeping guard of the herd. I love their formation
    Credit: Jenn Dodge
    Instagram: @jenndodgephotography

    Reno Photography Group
    2025-01-15
    Title or Location: Bald Eagle near Markleeville

    Credit: Jesse Watkins
    Instagram: jessewatkins_
    Reno Photography Group
    2025-01-15
    Title or Location: Walker River. Lyon County, Nv.
    I went out looking for photo opportunities and came across a group of bighorn sheep. They were very active, which made the pictures more interesting and exciting.
    Credit: Kyle Runge

    Reno Photography Group
    2025-01-07
    Title or Location: Packsaddle Covered Bridge, Pennsylvania
    The sky lighting was harsh and the dynamic range was radical. I took this shot and then had to take the single image. Then create a 3 image HDR from the 1 raw to get a view that showed any detail. As exposed, about 2 stops up, and about 2 stops down. When I visit my relatives for Christmas I try to make it to this bridge. It started snowing and I had to crawl/slide down the bank to get by the water because it was so slippery. After climbed on my hands and knees back up through the snow.
    Credit: Steve Schrader
    Instagram: theartfulpenguin

    Reno Photography Group
    2025-01-04
    Title or Location: Nevada Hwy 50, west of Ely
    Hwy 50 in Nevada is also called the loneliest Highway in America, and it is true : not a soul in sight for miles and miles.
    Credit: Annette Randell
    Reno Photography Group
    2024-12-20
    Title or Location: Masonic/Chemung Mine just outside of Bridgeport, Ca.
    Very cool ghost town with several buildings. At night it is extremely dark! But the Milky Way is fantastic.
    Credit: Kyle Runge

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-02-10
    Title or Location: Huntington Beach, CA

    Credit: Matt Eseltine
    Instagram: Seamastergmt1

    Northumberland Photography Group
    2025-02-09
    Title or Location: Howick
    The photo was taken on the rocks near Howick in Northumberland. The conditions for sunrise seemed to suit a long exposure to smooth the water out. Northumberland is truly one of the best places to witness sunrises, we are really lucky.
    Credit: Daniel Forbes
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1WpzPvxFbW/
    Instagram: Forbesy10utd
    Southport Photography Group
    2025-02-08
    Title or Location: Martin mere WWT Near Southport UK
    It was a bitterly cold morning after a heavy frost, but a nice bright start to the day. The small birds were very active searching for food, by midday the light was just right and this little robin flew right in front of me, then just hovered for a couple of seconds. So pleased with how this picture has turned out. Canon R5mkii and Rf100-500 L. Edited with Photoshop and Light room.
    Credit: Lesley Martin
    Instagram: @le5leymartin

    Thornton Photography Group
    2025-02-08
    Title or Location: On my back deck in Thornton, CO, USA
    This is one of our backyard friends showing off his natural cuteness on a snowy morning last week. I loved how the snowflakes falling around the squirrel added to the shot. Camera: Canon EOS R8Lens: Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DF OS HSM@347mmISO 12800 (In auto mode) F141/2000s
    Credit: Ken Weber
    Instagram: @kwofco_

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