Urban Photography
Friday 05 June
Oceanside Pier area - 5:30pm - 3.0 Hours
John Moss
30 minute lecture on the rules and politeness of Urban Photography including composition, correct aperture settings and more. After the lecture we'll walk and shoot the bustling Oceanside night life as sunset turns to early evening. As the host I'll review each students image creations for any needed coaching, support and encouragement. This course will include 2-3 hours of walking and standing.
Environmental Portrait / Coastal Session
Saturday 25 July
Oceanside Pier area - 5:30pm - 3.0 Hours
John Moss
This session begins with a 30–45 minute lecture covering optimal timing for coastal shoots, along with ISO, shutter speed, and aperture selection for changing light conditions. We'll also discuss lighting strategies for environmental portraits and compositional choices to achieve the desired look and mood.
Participants will observe professional photographers working at the base of the pier, followed by hands-on practice. Student images will be reviewed and discussed during the session for practical, in-the-moment feedback.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 22 August
Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside - 9am - 3.0 Hours
John Moss
A beginner-friendly photography class covering camera basics, composition, and hands-on practice. Suitable for all skill levels. Participants should bring their camera, fully charged batteries, formatted memory cards, notebook, pen, water, and a folding chair.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 19 September
Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside - 9am - 3.0 Hours
John Moss
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? This 3-hour beginner class covers camera settings, composition basics, and practical techniques to help you take better photos. We'll work through a series of fun challenges with instructor guidance along the way. All skill levels welcome.
Golden Hour Coastal Photography
Saturday 03 October
Oceanside Pier area - 5:30pm - 2.0 Hours
John Moss
Capture the stunning colors of sunset along the Oceanside coast. In this 2-hour meetup, you'll learn techniques for shooting during golden hour, including exposure settings, composition, and working with natural light. Suitable for all skill levels.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 17 October
Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside - 9am - 2.0 Hours
John Moss
Learn the fundamentals of composition to improve your photography. This 2-hour meetup covers rule of thirds, leading lines, framing, and more. We'll practice with hands-on challenges in the scenic Oceanside Harbor area. Suitable for all levels.
Shallow Depth of Field
Saturday 12 December
Oceanside Harbor, Oceanside - 9am - 2.0 Hours
John Moss
Learn to create stunning images with a shallow depth of field. This 2-hour meetup covers aperture settings, subject isolation, and creative bokeh. We'll practice with hands-on challenges in the scenic Oceanside Harbor area. Suitable for all skill levels.
Cars Photography Class
Saturday 06 June
Rancho Santa Fe - 9am - 3.0 Hours
Andre Bick
In this hands-on photography class, we'll explore techniques for capturing stunning images of cars. We'll focus on composition, lighting, and detail shots to showcase automotive design. This session is suitable for all levels and follows a structured approach with guided challenges.
Photo Shoot and Critique
Saturday 20 June
Balboa Park, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Andre Bick
Join us for a dynamic photo shoot and critique session. We will spend time capturing images around Balboa Park before regrouping to review and discuss our work. This session focuses on improving composition and visual storytelling through constructive feedback and shared insights. It is a great opportunity to learn from others in a relaxed environment.
Street Photography
Saturday 04 July
Golf Course Dr. - 10am - 2 Hours
Andre Bick
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 18 July
Old Town San Diego area - 10am - 3.0 Hours
Andre Bick
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!In this beginner class, we'll cover the basics of manual mode, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Practice shooting in Old Town San Diego with feedback from the host. Perfect for all levels. 3-hour class.
Hot Air Balloons over Mountains in Watercolor
Saturday 13 June
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Paint hot air balloons floating over majestic mountains in watercolour during this relaxed social meetup. Capture skies, balloons, and landscapes with hands-on guidance from your instructor. All levels welcome.
Catching Waves
Saturday 13 June
Mission Beach, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Learn to capture the energy and movement of ocean waves in this outdoor painting session at Mission Beach. Paint the dynamic coastal scenery using watercolors or colored pencils while enjoying the beach atmosphere. Explore color, movement, and composition as you bring the waves to life on paper. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists who love painting outdoors.
Watercolor Skies & Clouds
Saturday 27 June
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Paint beautiful skies and clouds in watercolour during this relaxed social meetup. Learn techniques for dreamy sunsets, moody storms, gradients, and atmospheric effects with hands-on guidance from your instructor. All levels welcome.
Still, by the Sea
Saturday 27 June
Mission Beach, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the ocean and translate its movement, light, and atmosphere into paint. In this beachside class, we explore the sea as both subject and experience. Working in watercolor and/or acrylic, students will develop their approach to composition, layering, texture, and color harmony. Learn how to paint the stillness within the chaos and create a mindful approach to painting. Open to all levels.
Capture the Light in Watercolor
Saturday 11 July
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Capture light in watercolor: techniques for highlights, glows, shadows, and luminosity. Hands-on guidance, all levels.
Between Water and Color
Saturday 11 July
Mission Beach, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the ocean and translate its movement, light, and atmosphere into paint. In this beachside class, we explore the sea as both subject and experience. Working in watercolor and/or acrylic, students will develop their approach to composition, layering, texture, and color harmony. This session focuses on creating the different shades of the ocean and how to use color and water accordingly. Open to all levels.
Brushes by the Beach
Saturday 25 July
Mission Beach, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the ocean and translate its movement, light, and atmosphere into paint. In this beachside class, we explore the sea as both subject and experience. Working in watercolor and/or acrylic, students will develop their approach to composition, layering, texture, and color harmony. This session explores the different textures created by using different brushes and strokes. Open to all levels.
Saguaro Cactus Desert Scene
Saturday 08 August
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Join us for a relaxed watercolor session focused on painting saguaro cacti and desert landscapes. You'll learn techniques for capturing the unique shapes and warm desert tones with hands-on guidance in a welcoming outdoor setting. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Sea, Translated in Color
Saturday 08 August
Mission Beach, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the ocean and translate its movement, light, and atmosphere into paint. In this beachside class, we explore the sea as both subject and experience. Working in watercolor and/or acrylic, students will develop their approach to composition, layering, texture, and color harmony. This session explores how to express time of day, mood, and subject through the use of color. Open to all levels.
Lighthouse Watercolour Class
Saturday 22 August
Balboa Park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Join us for a relaxing watercolour class where we will paint a beautiful lighthouse scene. Suitable for all skill levels. Your instructor Cydne will guide you through techniques to capture coastal landscapes. Bring your own watercolour supplies.
Paint by the Sea
Saturday 22 August
Mission Beach, San Diego - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Preet Srivastava
Plein air painting session at Mission Beach. This is an invitation to paint by the sea, not necessarily the sea. Make the beach your studio space for anything you want to paint. A chance to have fun, try something new, and just be you. Open to all levels. Participants bring their own materials.
Monet Water Lilies
Saturday 12 September
Balboa Park / near the Science Museum - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Cydne Palmer
Paint your own Monet-inspired Water Lilies in watercolor during this relaxed meetup. Learn techniques for capturing water, reflections, and lilies with hands-on guidance from your instructor. All levels welcome.
