Field Composition Photography Class

Step into Chicago and sharpen your eye for composition in this hands-on photography class.


Digital Photo Academy
Digital Photo Academy
Instagram followers 10k followers

2 hours Location Loop and other locations Class size 1 to 5 guests   $135

Uncover a better eye for composition out into the streets of Chicago with this hands-on photography class. Led by a professional photographer, this workshop teaches you learn to turn the mundane into something worth capturing. With a friendly expert guiding you, you’ll explore Chicago sites while practicing different photo composition strategies.
This class is great for photographers at the beginning of their photography journey, seeking to build their foundation in photography and apply what they learned in the Camera Controls Photography Class. Moving through Chicago’s streets, gardens, markets, interiors, or scenic outdoor spaces, your instructor will teach you each composition technique, then show you how to put it into practice. You’ll receive encouraging feedback the entire time.
Locations rotate monthly across cities nationwide, offering new inspiration at each workshop. Whether you’re planning to travel, want to document, or are looking to pursue photography as a new creative hobby, you’ll leave with stronger creative skills, images you’re proud of, and a solid foundation to keep growing as a photographer.
Please Note
Each photo composition strategy is easy to learn, but they often require slightly different use of camera settings, which we cover in our Camera Controls Photography Class sit-down class that always comes before this class. Each strategy enables the photographer to achieve a distinct visual result, influencing both the emotional tone and storytelling impact of the final photograph.

Upcoming dates for Field Composition Photography Class

Times are Chicago time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 5:47pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

4 upcoming dates between 5 Dec 2026 and 6 Mar 2027.

  • Sat, Dec 5 2026, 11:30am-1:30pm (Chicago • Garfield Park Conservatory)
  • Sat, Jan 2 2027, 12:30pm-2:30pm (Streeterville • Driehaus Museum)
  • Sat, Feb 6 2027, 11:30am-1:30pm (Lincoln Park • Lincoln Park Conservatory)
  • Sat, Mar 6 2027, 11am-1pm (Chinatown)
What you'll get
Time outside, capturing photos using learnings from class
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly! It might be helpful for you to have taken our Camera Controls Photography Class beforehand!
What to bring
Bring your camera or cellphone and any gear you can comfortably carry. Make sure the batteries are fully charged and the memory cards have space.
Location

Location varies by date; to see details.

  • 300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
  • 30 E Huron St, Chicago, IL 60611
  • 2391 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL 60614
  • 2100 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
  • 78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602

Field Composition Photography Class location
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Digital Photo Academy
Digital Photo Academy

Instagram followers 10k followers

In 2006, Digital Photo Academy launched with a mission to teach people how to get the most out of their cameras with guidance from inspiring and knowledgeable pro instructors.
We offer monthly, in-person small-group workshops in 24 cities across North America, plus private and online classes. They’re for photo enthusiasts of all levels, beginners included.
Students learn automatic and manual camera/smartphone settings, how to take great photos using composition techniques, post-capture editing, and more.
Our workshops take place in locations full of photogenic possibilities—from landscapes and architecture to people, nature, wildlife, and street scenes.
Our instructors are active photographers who live where they teach. They know the most photogenic local spots and have both photography and teaching experience.
We've got over 300+ photogenic class locations, 1, 200+ testimonials from past students.
Join us for a class and improve your photography!

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