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Upcoming Events

Photographing Reflections

Photographing Reflections

Saturday 22 February
Herrick Lake Forest Preserve - 2pm - 2 Hours
Martina Landolt
We will be using natural water reflections around the lake and seeking out man-made reflective surfaces in the area. We will explore how we can use reflections to add depth and intrigue to our images. Reflections can help us to show our subject from an unusual, or from multiple, points of view. We can use reflections to abstract our subject or to make perfect mirror images. We will venture around the lake to find out how to frame our views of the lake and reflections with our photographic eyes.
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$47      
Black and White Photography

Black and White Photography

Saturday 08 March
Raymond Dr. - 1pm - 2 Hours
Martina Landolt
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?

We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.

This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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$47      
Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 22 March
St. James Farm Forest Preserve - 1pm - 2 Hours
Martina Landolt
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting any area with Buildings. From brick, to barn stables and fences, It's about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building and its surroundings, but to create aesthetically pleasing image for the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$47      

Spring Landscapes: Season 1 – Mastering Detail with Shallow Depth of Field

Spring Landscapes: Season 1 – Mastering Detail with Shallow Depth of Field

Saturday 12 April
Herrick Lake Forest Preserve - 11am - 2 Hours
Martina Landolt
Step into the first weekend of the Spring equinox based on calendar, let's find what Mother Nature has for us to uncover. Capturing details small and large. This meetup will be the first in a four part series as we will venture back to the same location at each changing season close to the equinox,
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 20 April
Knoch Knolls Rd - 1pm - 3 Hours
Martina Landolt
Got a new camera ? Have a camera that's in the closet? Let's get it out with this opportunity to learn how to use your camera outside of auto mode. Become more confident with your photography as you navigate your camera to understand the photography elements. This small sized class is perfect for collaboration and feedback.

Join us as we discuss the exposure triangle to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will put this knowledge to practice with the guidance of a professional photographer.

It will be a fun class of limited size with direct feedback from your host.
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$92       5 places left

Nearby Photography Groups

Frozen Lakefront Photography

Frozen Lakefront Photography

Saturday 22 February
Castaway Beach Club - 12pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
Capture the serene and icy landscapes of Lake Michigan's shoreline, focusing on composition and exposure in snowy conditions.
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$47      
Waterfall Magic Photography

Waterfall Magic Photography

Saturday 22 February
Waterfall Glen Main Trail, Lemont, IL - 1pm - 3 Hours
Joliet Photography Group
Amy Marie Cutter
Bundle up and let's explore the beauty within nature. In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the beauty and magic of the winter season through photography. Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including composition, exposure, and lighting. We will cover topics such as using natural light to create a mood, capturing the waterfall, and experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
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$92      
Golden Hour Photography

Golden Hour Photography

Saturday 15 March
Navy Pier - 4:30pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
Learn to capture the magic of golden hour, focusing on cityscapes and reflections as the sun sets over Lake Michigan.
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$47      

Early Spring Urban Photography

Early Spring Urban Photography

Saturday 22 March
Dusable bridge - 12pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
Embrace the transition to spring by photographing the contrast of winter's remnants and the early signs of spring in Chicago's urban landscape.
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$47      
Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portraits

Saturday 05 April
Eastlake Terrace, Chicago - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.

You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.

This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
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$47      
Headshot Photography Meetup

Headshot Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 April
N Humboldt Dr, Chicago - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Chicago Photography Group
Caitlin KellyThompson
A headshot is a tightly framed face shot, typically from the shoulders up. The goal of your headshot is to clearly & creatively showcase your client's professionalism, personality, and brand. As a class, we will focus on creating headshots from the chest up with good lighting on your model's face.
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$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Tapestry Crochet (Intermediate)

Tapestry Crochet (Intermediate)

Saturday 08 March
Uptown - 10am - 3 Hours
Chicago Crochet Club
Claire Rooney
Learn how to make beautiful pictures in your stitches using a grid pattern. Tapestry crochet is a very trendy way to add a vintage feel to your home decor. Curl up with a hook and some yarn for a calming three hours mastering the art of color work and tapestry crochet.
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$68      
Mastering the Basics: Fundamentals of Composition Art

Mastering the Basics: Fundamentals of Composition Art

Saturday 08 March
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Chicago Art Group
Geanina Zaharia
Unlock the secrets to stunning artwork in our "Fundamentals of Composition Art" class! Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class will guide you through the essentials of composition, teaching you how to arrange elements in your artwork to create balance, harmony, and visual impact. With hands-on exercises and expert tips, you'll learn to see your art in a whole new light. Don't forget to bring your basic art materials and get ready to transform your creative vision into breathtaking compositions. Book your spot now, and we'll send you all the details upon confirmation!
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$47      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 22 March
Uptown - 10am - 3 Hours
Chicago Crochet Club
Claire Rooney
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on all those important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square. Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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$75      

Drawing for Beginners

Drawing for Beginners

Saturday 29 March
N Clark Street - 10am - 2 Hours
Chicago Art Group
Geanina Zaharia
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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$47      
ABOUT NAPERVILLE
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 Naperville.

  • 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 Naperville Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Thank You very much for your for great time and informative, and helpful lesson.
    5/5
    Vilija
    2025-02-04
    It was very beginner friendly and location was great.
    5/5
    DENISSE
    2024-11-26
    I enjoyed the content of the class. The instructor was very knowledgeable. I feel more confident in operating my camera in modes other than automatic. Thank You.
    5/5
    Deidra
    2024-11-24

    The event was great. Just the right amount of instruction. Ample amount of time was given to accomplish what I wanted. Martina was great, very engaging and extremely easy to talk with.
    5/5
    Joseph
    2024-09-02
    Glad i took the class, learnt a lot about my camera settings. Marti took her time explaining about iso, aperture and shutter speed.
    5/5
    Bukky
    2024-08-18
    A great experience with Martina!! I learned more about my phones camera and enjoyed some useful tips for taking better photos!
    5/5
    Roger
    2024-04-24

    I truly had a great time. Martina's knowledge, experience and enthusiasm for photography is contagious. I received the information that I needed. Excellent opportunity.
    5/5
    Roger
    2024-04-14
    I had a lovely day of shooting photos and the instructor was very knowledgeable.
    5/5
    Brynn
    2024-03-03
    Lisa was very inspiring with her work and experience. She makes you see landscapes as a means of peace and healing. She is a very good communicator.
    5/5
    David
    2023-08-28

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Martina Landolt
    As a passionate artist, Martina Landolt has been photographing subjects around her for over 30 years from a spark of an interest using her childhood Kodak camera kit.

    Martina's visions are often framed and formulated before the image is actually captured. She believes that 201cgreat images are the result of what is left out. 201d Trying to 201cget it right 201d in the camera is the goal with post-processing as the enhancer. Primarily self-taught, she graduated from the New York Institute of Photography in 2021 and enjoys helping others hone their craft.
    Finally, she states "Photography is a journey that does not have a final destination."

    Martina Landolt is available for private bookings

    Please note: Available on Saturdays 9am-12pm or after 5pm CST when scheduled with ORBLE on that day.

    Available on Saturdays by appointment from 9am - 8pm CST*
    Available on Sundays by appointment from 12pm - 6pm CST*

  • Weekend availability for outdoor events changes with each season.

    Hours during the week vary and can be scheduled for a week day by appointment.
    **Services include, but not limited to: portraits, engagements, newborns & family, senior students, family event, milestone birthdays. If not listed 2026please ask.

  • PHOTOS
    Naperville Photography Group
    2024-10-29
    Title or Location: Herrick Lake Forest Preserve
    This photo beautifully captures a fall scene, with vibrant orange and yellow leaves framing the top left and leading the viewer's eye into the natural setting. The winding path and person in the background add depth and scale, while the contrast between bright foliage and dark tree trunks enhances the seasonal colors.
    Credit: Florence Sorensen
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hailmarycontentstudio/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flobee991/

    Naperville Photography Group
    2024-10-29
    Title or Location: McDowell Grove Forrest Preserve
    This image was taken in the McDowell Grove Forrest Preserve in Naperville. Nikon D750. 17mm. ISO 50. f11 20sec on a tripod The DuPage River is a great photo location for photographers who are not afraid of wet feet or ticks.
    Credit: Alfred Pressl
    Facebook: apressl5
    Instagram: presslalfred
    Naperville Photography Group
    2024-10-18
    Title or Location: Thunder Hole -Maine
    We took a trip to Bar Harbor and the surrounding hiking spots. This was a afternoon hike at Thunder Hole in Acadia National Park just last week.
    Credit: Rudy Rodrgiuez Jr
    Facebook: Rudy Rodriguez Jr
    Instagram: rudyrod1

    Naperville Photography Group
    2024-09-07
    Title or Location: Saugatuck Michigan.
    A cool breeze afternoon hike along the beach.
    Credit: Rudy Rodrgiuez Jr
    Facebook: Rudy Rodriguez Jr
    Instagram: rudyrod1

    Naperville Photography Group
    2024-08-19
    Title or Location: Photo was taken in Kona, Hawaii on July 23 2024
    I shot this photo from my favorite place in Kona at the salt water pool at sunset.
    Credit: Robert Grew
    Facebook: Robert Grew
    Naperville Photography Group
    2024-08-03
    Title or Location: Photo taken by the saltwater pool in Kona, Hawaii
    The saltwater pool is the place to go for sunset photos. It?s mainly locals and some tourists who want to see beautiful sunsets.
    Credit: Robert Grew
    Facebook: Robert Grew

    Swindon Photography Group
    2025-02-17
    Title or Location: Corsley, Wiltshire
    I took this photo on a very gloomy day in February! My aim was to get a minimalist shot with plenty of contrast and negative space. Camera: Fuji X-H2 and 16-55mm lens.
    Credit: Chris Andrews
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candaphoto1/

    San Francisco Photography Group
    2025-02-17
    Title or Location: Golden Gate Park
    Spent the evening practicing night photography using various settings. I turned the camera to get a unique perspective.
    Credit: Terry Enlow
    Instagram: @terryenlow
    Portland Photography Group
    2025-02-16
    Title or Location: Cannon Beach, Or
    Spent a couple days at the beach and was trying to attempt a night photo catching Haystack Rock along with the stars. Haven?t had much opportunity to practice and the sky was clear so, go for it. I had to cut off some of the sky due to roof overhead was in the way but it was an OK attempt for me. More practicing to follow.
    Credit: Ron Brown

    Newark Photography Group
    2025-02-14
    Title or Location: Central Park of Morris County
    During a recent photo outing dedicated to "snack time" I encountered this photo opportunity.
    Credit: Stephen Bush
    Instagram: @stephenbush219

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