2026 PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES- Look below for my upcoming classes with several different arts organizations:

JOEYABLONSKY.com (Zoom & in-person)
PHOTOGRAPHY TUTORING (Zoom & in-person)
SMITHSONIAN ASSOCIATES (Zoom & in-person)
MARYLAND HALL (in-person)
VISARTS (Zoom & in-person)
DELAPLAINE ARTS CENTER (Zoom & in-person)

JOEYABLONSKY.com (Class Policies)

ASPECT RATIOS (Zoom)
Gain an understanding of aspect ratios (digital sensors and film), changing the aspect ratio in-camera, aspect ratio constraints while cropping in post-production and using the Photoshop Image Size and Canvas Size commands. We'll also discuss how the aspect ratio affects print sizes and presentation methods (mat board, frames, etc.).

DC IN FOCUS- MARCH MADNESS (in-person and Zoom)
We'll meet in the field for the first 4 weeks and have a Zoom photo review for the final week.

DUPONT CIRCLE DC NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY (in-person)
We'll shoot at, in and around Dupont Circle- a great location due to the circle and amount of buses that allow for great light trail photos. Learn the techniques required to capture great nighttime photos of light trails, architecture and photojournalism! Bring your tripod and we’ll address how to use exposure modes, exposure compensation, white balance and ISO to guarantee great results.

PHOTO CHALLENGE (not a contest)- ENTROPY (Zoom)
Need motivation to get out and shoot? If so, consider photographs that feature "a gradual decline into disorder." Appropriate subjects would be rust, corrosion, peeling paint, broken windows, abandoned buildings, ruins, illegible signage, verdigris patina on bronze sculpture, weathered items, spoiled rotten street bananas and more. The second session will be a photo review.

TTL EXTERNAL FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY (Zoom)
TTL flashes (such as the Canon 430EX and the Nikon SB-700), flash modes (auto/fill, slow sync, rear curtain, red eye reduction), bounce flash, flash exposure compensation and accessories. Fully manual flashes, such as Vivitar, won't be covered.

COMPOSITION (Zoom)
We'll discuss the classic techniques of rule of thirds, filling the frame, leading lines, framing, repetition and more. We'll then go beyond the classic recommendations to discuss balance, simplicity, lighting conditions and the 5 factors that would guarantee a great composition. Weekly assignments will reinforce the class topics.

WASHINGTON, DC- NO KINGS PROTEST (in-person)

DC IN FOCUS: NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL EVENTS (in-person & Zoom)
We'll meet at the Blossom Kite Festival, Petalpalooza, the Cherry Blossom Parade (all metro accessible locations and subject to change based on weather and city events) and have a Zoom photo review. (A trip to the Tidal Basin is not included in this class- participants are encouraged to shoot there if their schedule permits, as close to peak bloom as possible.)

INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (Zoom)
Whether you're new to photography or desire a logical, thorough refresher- learn how to use your new camera to it's fullest potential! Topics covered in-depth include: lens apertures, depth of field, shutter speeds, motion effects, focusing, lenses, ISO, exposure modes (P, A/Av, S/Tv and M), exposure compensation, histograms, white balance, image size, image quality (RAW vs. JPG) and more. All participants will be shown how to adjust all of the above items on their specific camera.

GEORGETOWN FRENCH MARKET (in-person)
The Georgetown French Market is held on Wisconsin Avenue, from O Street to Reservoir Road, and will feature plenty of unique photojournalism opportunities: sidewalk sales, live music, stilt-walkers, a mime and more.

BALTIMORE KINETIC SCULPTURE RACE (in-person)
The Baltimore Kinetic Sculpture Race features human-powered, all-terrain sculptures that race over land, water, mud and sand. We may also take photos in nearby Federal Hill. Receive real-time advice on photo opportunities, compositions, camera controls and lighting.

FIESTA ASIA, DC (in-person)
Held on Pennsylvania Avenue, Fiesta Asia will feature plenty of photojournalistic opportunities: the Dragon & Lion Parade, performances by vocalists and musicians, the shopping bazaar, dancing, street cuisine and more. Receive real-time advice on photo opportunities, compositions, camera controls and lighting.

WASHINGTON, DC- SPIRIT OF INDEPENDENCE FESTIVAL (in-person)

WASHINGTON, DC- NATIONAL GALLERY BLOCK PARTY (in-person)

WASHINGTON, DC- GREAT AMERICAN STATE FAIR (in-person)

SMITHSONIAN FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL (in-person)

PHOTO CHALLENGE (not a contest): PATTERNS IN NATURE & MACRO (Zoom)
Need motivation to get out and shoot? If so, get tips, tricks and time of day recommendations to create a body of work that includes photos of flowers, foliage, tree bark/branches/eyes, pareidolia, produce, animal patterns and more- while learning about the golden ratio, fibonacci sequence, different types of symmetry, branching, fractal geometry, spirals, meanders, waves, bubbles, tessellation, cracks, phyllotaxy, leaf venation and other concepts. The second session will be a photo review. A macro lens or extension tubes are recommended for this class.

PHOTO TOUR- KENILWORTH AQUATIC GARDENS, MD (in-person)
Highlights include: The Lotus and Water Lily Festival, with peak bloom of the lotus and lily flowers! Receive real-time advice on photo opportunities, compositions, camera controls and lighting.

WASHINGTON, DC- GREAT AMERICAN FARMERS MARKET (in-person)

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PHOTOGRAPHY TUTORING

Get the knowledge you need, when you need it, with private instruction. Tutoring will be tailored to your individual needs and is available in a wide range of digital and film photography topics, such as: periodic mentoring, camera use, camera/lens choices, creativity, flash photography, portfolio creation, photo critiques, aspect ratios, film developing, printing enlargements in a traditional darkroom, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, website/portfolio review and more. Contact me with your desired topics.


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THE EXPOSURE TRIANGLE (Zoom)- Thursdays, April 2, 9, 16 & 23, 6:30-9:30pm

ON LOCATION PHOTOGRAPHY (in-person & a Zoom review)- Sundays, April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10 & 17, 1:45-4:45pm

DON'T FORGET TO REMEMBER (Zoom)- Wednesdays, April 15, 22 & 29, 6:30-9:30pm

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY (Zoom)- Thursdays, April 30, May 7, 14 & 21, 6:30-9:30pm

MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY (Zoom)- Wednesdays, July 1 & 8, 6:30-9:30pm

PHOTO 101 (Zoom)- Thursdays, July 2, 9, 16 & 23, 6:30-9:30pm

ON LOCATION PHOTOGRAPHY (in-person & a Zoom review)- Sundays, July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9 & 16, 1:45-4:45pm

BOTANIC GARDENS & ARBORETUMS (Zoom)- Thursdays, July 30 & August 6, 6:30-9:30pm

ONE HOUR PHOTO (Zoom)- Wednesdays, August 5, 12 & 19, 6:30-9:30pm


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MARYLAND HALL FOR THE CREATIVE ARTS

APERTURES, SHUTTER SPEEDS & EXPOSURE MODES (in-person)- Wednesday, March 11, 6:30-9:30pm

LENSES, ISO & TRIPODS (in-person)- Wednesday, March 18, 6:30-9:30pm

EXPOSURE & HISTOGRAMS (in-person)- Wednesday, March 25, 6:30-9:30pm

ANNAPOLIS IN BLACK & WHITE (in-person)- Wednesdays, May 6, 13 & 20, 6:30-9:30pm

COMPOSITION & CREATIVITY (in-person)- Wednesdays, July 15, 22 & 29, 6:30-9:30pm


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VISARTS

ROCKVILLE (& BEYOND) PUBLIC ART PHOTOGRAPHY (in-person)- Thursdays, March 12 & 26, 6:30-9:30pm

INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (in-person)- Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19 & 26, 6:30-9:30pm

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DELAPLAINE ARTS CENTER

DIGITAL BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY (Zoom)- Wednesday, March 4, 6-9pm

YOUR NEW MIRRORLESS CAMERA (Zoom)- Wednesdays, April 1 & 8, 6-9pm

FREDERICK IN BLACK & WHITE (in-person)- Saturdays, July 25 & August 1, 6-9pm


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