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Upcoming Events

Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography

Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography

Saturday 09 December
Museum District, Tacoma - 2pm - 2 Hours
Jessica Coy
Learn to use intentional motion blur to enhance your photography. We will cover a range of blurring techniques including long exposures, panning and intentional camera movement for artistic purposes. Not all blurry photos are accidents!

Knowing how to control the blur can help lead you to new creative opportunities, expanding your photographic possibilities.
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$43      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 06 January
Stadium District - 2pm - 2 Hours
Sama Rahbar
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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$43      
ABOUT TACOMA
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 Tacoma.

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Fun evening. Very relaxed. Knowledgeable instructor and it was fun to see what others came up with.
    5/5
    Linda
    2023-09-15
    Really helpful material and it was fun to take pictures at night.
    5/5
    Angelie
    2023-09-13
    I loved it. Jessica was a great instructor. Will be coming to future events.
    5/5
    Jean
    2023-09-11

    As usual Jessica did a great job
    5/5
    Wendall(Bill)
    2023-08-28
    Enjoyable with great class members and a knowledgeable instructor.
    5/5
    Steve
    2023-08-27
    Absolutely loved the event and loved the teacher. I learned a lot. She explains things well and never makes me feel dumb with my beginner questions. She's friendly, knowledgeable and if she doesn't know something she's says so and then tries to help figure it out. I love how she teaches then has a go take some pictures for what we just learned then come back discuss and do it again. This is my 2nd event with her and I plan to take more of her events.
    5/5
    Cheryl Coy
    2023-08-05

    Great claaa. Very eye opening, even for a longtime photographer. Jessica is knowledgeable, friendly and encourages interaction between herself and all the students, including with one another. Highly recommend!!! Looking forward to next workshop.
    5/5
    Steve
    2023-08-04
    Great information, great instructor. She was willing to answer everyone's individual questions and camera issues.
    5/5
    Angelie
    2023-07-30
    Great instructions and being able to demonstrate a good amount of topics for the 2 hour class!
    5/5
    Justin
    2023-07-09

    Jessica's presentation, with prepared examples, was extremely helpful in suggesting ideas and approaches. She obviously knew the subject and how to present it clearly. I'll be watching for future workshops lead by her. And seeing a bald Eagle was a great bonus, even if it didn't have much to do with composition!
    5/5
    Eric
    2023-06-12
    Jessica did a good job. Very approachable . Answered all our questions.
    5/5
    Wendall(Bill)
    2023-06-12
    Fun event. It got me excited about photography again.
    5/5
    Angelie
    2023-06-06

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Jessica Coy
    Exploring the waterfront, downtown and surrounding communities, Jessica appreciates the small town feel of Tacoma. Although a homebody, she does enjoy outdoor photography.

    Jessica is known for her love of mocha frappes, binge-watching TV, and keeping up with her 9-year-old son. Her 18-year career in television production and promotions was followed by 6 years as a high school media arts teacher, including photography. She is using her experience in communications and education to help others expand their imagination, creativity and visual storytelling.

    Jessica Coy is available for private bookings

    Private tutoring

    Sama Rahbar
    Meet Sama, an accomplished art director and photographer based in the vibrant city of Seattle. With a career spanning since 2014, Sama has worn multiple hats in the industry, excelling as a set designer, art director, and photographer. Specializing in the realms of fashion, still life, and editorial photography, Sama's lens captures the essence of beauty in diverse forms.

    Beyond the structured world of studio shoots, Sama finds inspiration in the raw and unscripted moments of life. Street photography and candid shots are a particular passion, revealing a belief in the power of spontaneity and genuine expression. For Sama, photography is not just a profession but a profound form of self-expression.

    In Sama's view, every click of the camera is an opportunity to tell a story. Through the lens, Sama strives to connect people on a deeper, more emotional level. The belief that photography serves as a medium to showcase the world through the photographer's unique perspective resonates strongly. For Sama, the beauty of the world is not just observed but captured and shared, creating a visual dialogue that transcends words.

    Sama Rahbar is available for private bookings

    editorial and still life photography, Fashion and products, food and couple's photography.

    Available weekends and Weekdays

    PHOTOS
    Tacoma Photography Group
    2023-11-24
    Title or Location: Port of Tacoma Rd. Tacoma, WA
    Looking down Port of Tacoma rd. Aa I was leaving the Husky Terminal with a loaded Shipping container.
    Credit: Smith Richard

    Tacoma Photography Group
    2023-11-12
    Title or Location: Hay Stack Rock, Canon Beach, Oregon
    Image was shot on a Canon 6d at iso 100 and f32. Shot of Aperture Priority using early morning light and a Singh - Ray warming filter. Image was shot the old school way in camera. There was not editing on this image, it camera right out of the camera looking just like this.
    Credit: Gary Mulcrone
    Facebook: [email protected]
    Tacoma Photography Group
    2023-11-04
    Title or Location: Early morning mist on Lake Quinault
    Lake Quinault is located on the stunning Olympic Peninsula in western Washington state and is located in the glacial-carved Quinault Valley of the Quinault River, at the southern edge of Olympic National Park in the northwestern United States. Early mornings often provide beautiful mist and fog over the lake. The photo was taken from the shoreline of the historic Lake Quinault Lodge.
    Credit: MarilynGPhotography
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marilyn.gould.1
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mg.photo.imagery/

    Tacoma Photography Group
    2023-10-29
    Title or Location: Germany.

    Credit: Armin Poller

    Tacoma Photography Group
    2023-10-14
    Title or Location: Ruby Lane
    Rows of Russet and Red in a backdrop of fog that helps bring the intensity.
    Credit: Michele Villalobos
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075831491617&mibextid=LQQJ4d
    Instagram: http://instagram.com/madamvillalobos_nw
    Tacoma Photography Group
    2023-10-09
    Title or Location: East Bay of Budd Inlet
    Peaceful foggy morning along the end point of Puget Sound at Budd Inlet in Olympia, Wa. The wall of fog offers a blank canvas to highlight these old pilings with perched shorebirds and quaint birdhouses.
    Credit: Michele Villalobos
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075831491617&mibextid=LQQJ4d
    Instagram: http://instagram.com/madamvillalobos_nw

    Reno Photography Group
    2023-12-03
    Title or Location: The vistas
    Shot at 120m over my house in the vistas
    Credit: Brandon Gilmartin
    Instagram: aerial_empire

    Christchurch Photography Group
    2023-12-03
    Title or Location:
    Aurora captured at Lake Ellesmere Christchurch NZ
    Credit: Vaughan Morrissey
    Instagram: life_of_a_crazy_kiwi
    Grand Rapids Photography Group
    2023-12-02
    Title or Location: Mashatu Reserve, Botswana
    Photo taken October 29, 2023. Camera Nikon Z8, lens Nikkor 180-600 f5.6-6.3 VR. Settings 240mm, f5.6 , 1/1000. Location: Mashatu Reserve, Botswana
    Credit: Al VanderLaan

    Huddersfield Photography Group
    2023-12-02
    Title or Location: Elland, Westyorkshire
    I had gone for a walk in the woods with my friend. We were looking up into the tree's to see if we could spot any Owls chatting away, as I looked back down to the path this beautiful fox was walking towards us.
    Credit: Kirsty Collins

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