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Cowboy Shot Class

Cowboy Shot Class

Saturday 24 May
Lovers Point - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Izzy Lyons
The term "hip shot" or "cowboy shot" is sometimes used to describe a camera angle where the subject is framed from the hip up, often seen in Western films to show a character's gun or holster. Shooting a camera from the hip, or hip shooting, is a technique where a photographer captures a photo without looking through the viewfinder, instead holding the camera at waist or hip level and clicking the shutter button.
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Using Light Shadow in Photography

Using Light Shadow in Photography

Saturday 31 May
Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Izzy Lyons
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photoopportunities, as well as some challenges! In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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$47      
Water Droplets

Water Droplets

Saturday 07 June
Carmel Valley - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Izzy Lyons
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing stunning and unique images of water droplets.

As well as other creative ways to combine water droplets with other props and subjects.
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$47      

Bokeh for Beginners

Bokeh for Beginners

Saturday 14 June
Elkhorn Slough - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Izzy Lyons
Bokeh refers to the aesthetic quality of the blur in out-of-focus areas of a photograph, often described as a "soft and pleasing" blur.
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$47      
Rule of Thirds Meetup

Rule of Thirds Meetup

Saturday 21 June
501 Monterey-Salinas Highway 68 - 10am - 2 Hours
Izzy Lyons
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism.

In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
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$47      
Long Exposure Photography

Long Exposure Photography

Saturday 28 June
Fort Ord - 9am - 2 Hours
Izzy Lyons
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture light trails along with tripod photography.

Long exposure refers to a technique where you keep the shutter open for an unusually long period of time. This results to interesting effects in your photographs.
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$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Summer Painting Watercolor Class

Summer Painting Watercolor Class

Sunday 08 June
Almaden Lake - 10am - 2 Hours
San Jose Watercolor Group
Joy Hallare
Join us for a relaxing watercolor class focused on capturing the beauty of summer scenes. This beginner-friendly session is perfect for those looking to enjoy painting outdoors and explore their creativity.
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$47      
Summer Painting Watercolor Class

Summer Painting Watercolor Class

Saturday 09 August
Almaden Lake - 10am - 2 Hours
San Jose Watercolor Group
Joy Hallare
Join us for a relaxing watercolor class focused on capturing the beauty of summer scenes. This beginner-friendly session is perfect for those looking to enjoy painting outdoors and explore their creativity.
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$49      
Summer Painting Watercolor Class

Summer Painting Watercolor Class

Saturday 20 September
Almaden Lake - 10am - 2 Hours
San Jose Watercolor Group
Joy Hallare
Join us for a relaxing watercolor class focused on capturing the beauty of summer scenes. This beginner-friendly session is perfect for those looking to enjoy painting outdoors and explore their creativity.
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$49      

ABOUT SALINAS
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 Salinas.

  • 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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    Izzy was well prepared, knowledgeable and accessible. because the others were far more advanced than i we didnt get as much lower level help than i would have liked but she has offered to follow up with me and i appreciate that.
    4/5
    marion
    2025-03-02
    Enjoyed the outing very much. Learned a good bit about using my Millis camera to take black-and-white photographs. Particularly enjoyed the 80% exercise exercises.
    5/5
    David
    2025-03-02
    Very enjoyable and useful class - my first and will be the first of many. Izzy is great!
    5/5
    Don
    2025-03-02

    It was very well organized and structured. I was given clear instructions and goals to accomplish and there was ample time to complete the tasks. Izzy was available throughout the duration of the workshop for consultation and discussion. Having like minded fellow photographers in the group was an added benefit.
    5/5
    Sury
    2025-02-17
    Izzy took us up a beautiful mountain where I learned more about composition, the ability of color to draw attention to areas of photograph, and leading lines and a photograph.
    5/5
    David
    2025-01-12
    It was very helpful, both in terms of providing fresh eyes to composition as well as some technical tips.
    5/5
    Dennis
    2025-01-12

    Learned a lot about natural lighting and how to direct a photoshoot. Izzy was encouraging, supportive and knowledgeable.
    5/5
    David
    2025-01-05
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Izzy Lyons
    Izzy Lyons is a landscape photographer and recent graduate from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she earned a BA in Fine Art with a minor in History of Art and Visual Culture. Inspired by the natural beauty of the California coast, Izzy specializes in capturing the dynamic relationship between light, texture, and atmosphere in expansive outdoor settings. Her work reflects a deep connection to the environment, with an emphasis on storytelling through composition and detail.

    Passionate about exploring new landscapes, Izzy is dedicated to capturing the spirit of place and encouraging viewers to appreciate the natural world in all its forms.

    Izzy Lyons is available for private bookings

    Available most Sundays from 1pm until 7pm.
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    PHOTOS
    Augusta Photography Group
    2025-05-20
    Salinas Photography Group
    2023-12-15
    Title or Location: SeaCliff Beach, CA
    This is the SS Palo Alto cement/concrete ship built as a tanker at the end of World War I. She is located at Seacliff State Beach in California. At one time there was a pier that connected to the ship but it was demolished this year because of the storms we had in 2023. I took this photo while going on my beach walk about a month ago.
    Credit: Gloria Howell
    Facebook: Aloha Glor
    Edmonton Photography Group
    2025-05-20

    Vancouver Photography Group
    2025-05-23
    Title or Location: Morant?s Curve , Banff Alberta, canada
    Morant?s Curve in Banff, Alberta, has played a historic role in connecting eastern and western Canada via the Canadian Pacific Railway. Today, it also serves as a landmark photo opportunity, set against the backdrop of a striking and distinct mountain landscape.
    Credit: Lou Fasullo
    Facebook: loufasullophotography
    Instagram: loufasullophotography
    Ottawa Photography Group
    2025-05-20
    Tacoma Photography Group
    2025-05-22
    Title or Location: Washington state
    A brown bear drying after water play.
    Credit: Kirrily Steele

    Ottawa Photography Group
    2025-05-20
    Detroit Photography Group
    2025-05-22
    Title or Location: Mesa Arch, Canyonlands National Park, Utah, USA
    On a 3 week trip to Utah in 2017, this was one of our stops. When I got to the location, I had to jostle for position with about 20 other people there.
    Credit: Roy Goldsberry
    Facebook: Roy Goldsberry
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-05-19

    Anchorage Photography Group
    2025-05-21
    Title or Location: Eklutna
    The sun was just beginning to come over the mountain range. The clouds were moving fast which created the streaks. Someone had made a ?teepee? out of logs. I felt this added more to the photo.
    Credit: Steven Randel
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-05-19
    Ottawa Photography Group
    2025-05-21
    Title or Location: Ottawa Ontario, Canada
    Title: "Spring Light"I took this photo on a spring afternoon, drawn by the contrast between the bright yellow dandelions and the dramatic, cloudy sky. The soft sunlight filtering through the leaves added warmth to an otherwise moody scene. It was a quiet moment that I wanted to preserve.Nikon Z5, 24mm, Enhancing colours ins post processing
    Credit: Kathrin Kohler

    Gloucester Photography Group
    2025-05-19
    Mobile Photography Group
    2025-05-20
    Title or Location: Bathsheba Beach, Barbados
    I was on an island tour of Barbados, and we stopped for lunch at a house serving as a restaurant that had a scenic view. After our lunch we were given less than 15 minutes for looking around and to grab photos. I had seen the boulders and knew I had to have my tripod, so I went to our shuttle grabbed my backpack and tripod. I was going over potential shots in my head. I made it to a cleared area and started setting up my tripod and camera up knowing I didn't have much time. I decided I wanted to
    Credit: Rick Raybon
    Facebook: Rick Raybon
    Eastern Suburbs Photography Group
    2025-05-19

    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-19
    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-19
    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-19

    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-19
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