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Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 03 May
The Plaza - 9am - 3 Hours
Darrin Dressler
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, composition and lighting to demystify the art of photography. We will then put your new knowledge to the test photographing the Plaza under the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       3 places left
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 10 May
West Bottoms - 9am - 2 Hours
Darrin Dressler
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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$47      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 17 May
Main St, Kansas City - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Darrin Dressler
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      

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Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 10 May
Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105 - 10am - 2 Hours
Kansas City Watercolor Group
Kayin Mujahid
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
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$47       3 places left
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 10 May
S Wardcliff Drive - 2pm - 2 Hours
Overland Park Photography Group
Emma Squire
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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$47      
Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Saturday 28 June
S Wardcliff Drive - 7:20pm - 2 Hours
Overland Park Photography Group
Emma Squire
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       1 places left

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Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 10 May
Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105 - 10am - 2 Hours
Kansas City Watercolor Group
Kayin Mujahid
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
book now
$47       3 places left
ABOUT KANSAS
CITY
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 Kansas City .

  • 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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    Always fun walking around KC with my camera, Crossroads area didn't disspoint. Darren does a great job of practicing certain techniques with the subjects in front of the group,
    5/5
    TJ
    2025-04-27
    I always enjoy Darrin?s classes. This was my third one. Darrin takes us to the best places to take photos. He calls our attention to good subjects and gives advice on how to best take the perfect photo.
    5/5
    Manuela
    2025-04-27
    The class was fun, inspiring, and packed with great tips and insights. I learned so much about how to see the world differently and capture everyday moments in a more artistic way. Darrin is a fantastic instructor ? passionate, talented, and always willing to help. His ability to spot things most people miss and turn them into beautiful images is truly inspiring. I?m so thankful for this class and highly recommend it to anyone looking to grow their photography skills!
    5/5
    Forrest
    2025-04-27

    Awesome! I learned so much and had a great time! Darrin is so knowledgeable and patient. He did an excellent job of spending time with each of us, in addition to group conversations. I'm looking forward to joining another class!
    5/5
    Amanda
    2025-04-20
    Aside from being a little chilly it was great. The group was a great size and which allowed Darren time with all of us. I?ll be joining future groups in KC as it?s a great excuse to pick up the cameras and practice while enjoying the city.
    5/5
    TJ
    2025-04-06
    I had fun. It was helpful.
    5/5
    Flynn
    2025-03-25

    As always, Darrin?s insight and comments thoughtful and very useful. Very patient. Would highly recommend.
    4/5
    Stratton
    2025-03-17
    I really enjoyed this class. Darrin is a great teacher, and I could tell that he loves what he does. He taught us new techniques that were really fun I highly recommend this class!
    5/5
    Laura
    2024-12-13
    I very much enjoyed this... the instructor was invaluable in helping dial in settings needed to get the right photos of the xmas lights.
    5/5
    Shannon
    2024-12-09

    Darrin is a very good instructor. He scoped out some very good locations that led to a great shooting experience.
    5/5
    Bob
    2024-12-03
    I learned a lot! Great teacher!
    5/5
    Tammy
    2024-12-03
    The Black&White photography class was excellent! I could tell that Darrin really enjoys teaching people about photography, and was eager to share his knowledge with all of us. I learned a lot and had fun, too!
    5/5
    Laura
    2024-11-18

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Darrin Dressler
    I am a photographer and documentary filmmaker from Kansas City Missouri with a college degree in psychology from Kansas State University and an associates degree in photography. I started working as a nature photographer and now focus on video journalism and creating documentaries. I currently work with local nonprofits to create moving program portrayals through photography and videography to raise program awareness and increase organizational funding.

    Darrin Dressler is available for private bookings

    Available booking on nights and weekends. Private tutoring for beginner to advanced photography classes and postproduction photo editing using Adobe Creative apps Lightroom Classic and Photoshop.

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    PHOTOS
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2024-11-18
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2025-04-11
    Title or Location: Johnson County, Missouri
    I have been working on a place in my yard to attract birds and be able to photograph them. This year has been my best year thus far. This particular image was taken while sitting in the back seat of my car, so the birds couldn't see me, and pushing my lens out the lowered window. The Redbud trees in my yard have been a great addition to my yard and provide the birds the protection they like.
    Credit: Dean R Specker
    Facebook: dean r specker
    Instagram: drspecker
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2024-11-18

    Kansas City Photography Group
    2025-04-11
    Title or Location: Kauffman Gardens, KCMO
    This is a feature I have photographed many times. This day even though it was backlit and with a little help from Lightroom Classic I got the image I had been seeking.
    Credit: David Kierst Jr
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2024-11-18
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2025-03-24
    Title or Location: Olathe Kansas
    Taken from my backyard in the bright light polluted city, this stunning High-Dynamic-Range composite showcases all features of the nearly eclipsed moon, from the darker shadows to the bright corner. This image is comprised of multiple exposures merged together, taken at 3 seconds, 1 seconds, 1/8 seconds and 1/500 seconds, all through a ZWO ASI183MC dedicated astronomy camera.
    Credit: Fabian Butkovich
    Facebook: Fabian Butkovich Photography
    Instagram: fbutkovich.photography

    Kansas City Photography Group
    2024-11-04
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2025-03-17
    Title or Location: From my back yard in Casss County MO
    I was using a Canon 80D with a Canon 100-400mm lens on a I Optron Sky Tracker mount in Lunar Mode so once I had it Polar aligned with Polaris the camera would follow the moon all thru the eclipse . This shot was taken @ 400mm 40.6 seconds exposure Apeture Value F/7.1 and ISO 100 . Processed in Photoshop CS6
    Credit: Ron Conger
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2024-11-04

    Kansas City Photography Group
    2025-01-25
    Title or Location: Kauffman Center, Downtown KC
    This was captured after midnight on one of the foggiest nights I've ever seen. I was leaving an event with my friends and could not resist the urge to travel downtown and capture the city amidst a dense fog. It was such a surreal feeling, almost no one around. Just me and a foggy city, like I'd traveled into some sort of alternate dystopian universe. As soon as I rounded the corner and spotted the Kauffman Center, I was immediately blown away. I spent a good 45min just around that building. So
    Credit: Paul Murphy
    Facebook: Paul Murphy
    Instagram: lens_stop_studio
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2023-10-03
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2024-09-20
    Title or Location: Missouri, USA
    I was outside shooting the sunset when this cloud started to build. I turned and focused on photographing the storm instead. I managed to capture several lightning shots, but this one is my favorite of the batch.
    Credit: Dean R Specker
    Facebook: dean.r.specker
    Instagram: @drspecker

    Kansas City Photography Group
    2023-10-03
    Rockhampton Photography Group
    2025-04-29
    Title or Location: Destiny Downs
    After 2 days of photographing competitors hectically running around Barrels at the 2025 CHBHA Fast Dash Futurity, this was held at the property - Destiny Downs just east of the Central Queensland Town of Emerald.Late afternoon light offered this as a reward for my efforts.
    Credit: terry hill photography
    Facebook: terryhillphotography
    Instagram: terryhillphotography
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2023-10-03

    San Francisco Photography Group
    2025-04-29
    Title or Location: Kampala, Uganda
    This is a portrait of Ugandan fashion designer, Leticia Nagginda from Leonessa Fashion Designs in Kampala, Uganda. To view more fashion photography, visit ChrisAustria.com/Leonessa.
    Credit: Chris Austria
    Facebook: Facebook.com/ChrisAustria
    Instagram: Instagram.com/ChristopherAustria
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2023-10-03
    Thornton Photography Group
    2025-04-28
    Title or Location: Longmont, CO
    The skies were cloudy and grey all afternoon and I almost didn?t go out to shoot sunset. I?m glad I decided to try because the sky put on an amazing show that evening.
    Credit: Jolene Gonzales
    Instagram: @jogonza_photo

    Kansas City Photography Group
    2023-10-03
    Newark Photography Group
    2025-04-28
    Title or Location: Meadowlands
    A photo of a Tree Swallow taken during a walk through the meadowlands. These birds are extremely quick and erratic often difficult to photograph. Luckily this one decided to take a little posing break and allowed me a nice shot. Taken with my Canon R5 with a Sigma 150-600 mm lens.
    Credit: Stephen Bush
    Instagram: @stephenbush219
    Kansas City Photography Group
    2023-10-03

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