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Jonny T. Santa Rosa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonny T.
85/hour

Santa Rosa, CA

Professional Photographer | From Surrealist Portraits to Michelin-Star

With experience spanning surrealist portrait photography, newborn photography, and high-end commercial work, I bring a diverse skill set to every shoot. I have worked with top-tier clients, including a 3 Michelin-star restaurant,...

5.0 (7)
85/hour
29 hours tutoring

With experience spanning surrealist portrait photography, newborn photography, and high-end commercial work, I bring a diverse skill set to every shoot. I have worked with top-tier clients, including a 3 Michelin-star restaurant,...

Ashlesha K. Irvine, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ashlesha K.
70/hour

Irvine, CA

Bachelors in Applied Art elective Photography, Lightroom, Photoshop

I have a Bachelors in Applied Art from Bombay University with 3 years elective Photography as main subject. I assisted as an industrial photographer for three years, and worked as freelance photographer for 3 years. I have one year...

4.7 (9)
70/hour
32 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutes

I have a Bachelors in Applied Art from Bombay University with 3 years elective Photography as main subject. I assisted as an industrial photographer for three years, and worked as freelance photographer for 3 years. I have one year...

Christine B. Santa Barbara, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christine B.
50/hour

Santa Barbara, CA

Bachelors Degree with 10+years of teaching Fine Art and Photography

10+ years teaching private photography lessons, both analog digital, and photo printing methods. Teacher of photography outreach program in Denver public schools for La Napoule Art Foundation; A nonprofit, and artist-in-residency...

5.0 (3)
50/hour
5 hours tutoring

10+ years teaching private photography lessons, both analog digital, and photo printing methods. Teacher of photography outreach program in Denver public schools for La Napoule Art Foundation; A nonprofit, and artist-in-residency...

Bryan J. Anaheim, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bryan J.
45/hour

Anaheim, CA

Digital Artist & Photographer

I have a big passion for photography- film and digital. I studied in film in junior college. I have experience with medium, large format and 35mm. I look forward in sharing my experience with you in learning photography.

4.9 (124)
45/hour
478 hours tutoring

I have a big passion for photography- film and digital. I studied in film in junior college. I have experience with medium, large format and 35mm. I look forward in sharing my experience with you in learning photography.

Marta M. Irvine, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marta M.
60/hour

Irvine, CA

Professional Photographer and Photo Editor

I have a Bachelor's Degree in Photography/Visual Arts at Accademia Italiana, an Art and Design School in Florence, Italy. I am accredited to shoot some of the top sporting events in Europe such as the 2024 Tour de France, the 70.3...

4.9 (22)
60/hour
26 hours tutoring

I have a Bachelor's Degree in Photography/Visual Arts at Accademia Italiana, an Art and Design School in Florence, Italy. I am accredited to shoot some of the top sporting events in Europe such as the 2024 Tour de France, the 70.3...

Corey S. Los Alamitos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Corey S.
100/hour

Los Alamitos, CA

Sony Award Winning Photography and Photoshop Lightroom Tutor

I have been tutoring photography for several years. I’ve got a degree in Multimedia and also assisted in teaching photography at San Diego State University and other schools. I have more than 10 years of experience in the...

5.0 (21)
100/hour
52 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring photography for several years. I’ve got a degree in Multimedia and also assisted in teaching photography at San Diego State University and other schools. I have more than 10 years of experience in the...

David F. Glendale, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David F.
65/hour

Glendale, CA

Experienced Teacher In Legal Studies, Bar Exam, Science, Math and More

I have been shooting film, including large format film, for over 20 years. In addition, I am a published author in landscape photography and am currently working on a book. In the process, I have also studied under a number of recognized...

4.9 (553)
65/hour
2,509 hours tutoring
Response time: 33 minutes

I have been shooting film, including large format film, for over 20 years. In addition, I am a published author in landscape photography and am currently working on a book. In the process, I have also studied under a number of recognized...

Lorit Q. Marina Del Rey, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lorit Q.
50/hour

Marina Del Rey, CA

Graphic Design, Photography, and English as a Second Language

My Bachelor's Degree is in Media, with a focus in photography. I have experience working in analog and digital formats. For analog processes, I've worked in black and white, as well as color film, and have experience developing my...

5.0 (3)
50/hour
6 hours tutoring

My Bachelor's Degree is in Media, with a focus in photography. I have experience working in analog and digital formats. For analog processes, I've worked in black and white, as well as color film, and have experience developing my...

Philip H. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Philip H.
100/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Professional Screenwriter/Photographer

After studying Fine Art Photography at RIT I worked for 4 years as a Photographer's Assistant in the Catalog Dept of JCPenny in New York City. While that job led to a career in film and video production, I continued my personal...

4.0 (2)
100/hour
5 hours tutoring

After studying Fine Art Photography at RIT I worked for 4 years as a Photographer's Assistant in the Catalog Dept of JCPenny in New York City. While that job led to a career in film and video production, I continued my personal...

Rick P. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rick P.
70/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Professional photographer and instructor

A big part of my job is also finding strong imagery for projects, so I know what aspects of a photo can help sell it. I love photography and sharing my expertise in a fun, humorous, and accessible way.

5.0 (29)
70/hour
65 hours tutoring

A big part of my job is also finding strong imagery for projects, so I know what aspects of a photo can help sell it. I love photography and sharing my expertise in a fun, humorous, and accessible way.

Yulia Z. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Yulia Z.
65/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Portrait and travel photography

I have been published on BBC website with my series Rubbish season in Bali. I posted postcards shot by me. I do social media portraits for businessmen. Also kids and animals photography. Will be glad to teach you about composition, working...

4.7 (14)
65/hour
33 hours tutoring

I have been published on BBC website with my series Rubbish season in Bali. I posted postcards shot by me. I do social media portraits for businessmen. Also kids and animals photography. Will be glad to teach you about composition, working...

Reid T. San Anselmo, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Reid T.
89/hour

San Anselmo, CA

Photography and Lightroom Educator

I teach photography at a variety of adult and children’s venues. From 2011 to the present, I’ve taught classes in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, Photoshop, Macro, and Smartphone photography at the following venues: College of Marin,...

4.8 (207)
89/hour
832 hours tutoring

I teach photography at a variety of adult and children’s venues. From 2011 to the present, I’ve taught classes in Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, Photoshop, Macro, and Smartphone photography at the following venues: College of Marin,...

Dawn P. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dawn P.
40/hour

Berkeley, CA

Econ PhD alumnus and experienced TA/tutor

Hi there! About me—I’ve completed everything but a dissertation for a Ph.D. in Economics from UC-Berkeley. I triple-majored at UT-Austin, earning math, economics, and journalism degrees in four years (not counting two semesters in...

5.0 (16)
40/hour
62 hours tutoring

Hi there! About me—I’ve completed everything but a dissertation for a Ph.D. in Economics from UC-Berkeley. I triple-majored at UT-Austin, earning math, economics, and journalism degrees in four years (not counting two semesters in...

Felicia K. Oakland, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Felicia K.
80/hour

Oakland, CA

Fulltime Photographer with MFA and BFA in Photography

I have both a BA and an MFA in photography. I own my own photography business and teach one-on-one photography lessons to select clients. I work in film photography (medium and large format), digital photography...

4.9 (104)
80/hour
313 hours tutoring

I have both a BA and an MFA in photography. I own my own photography business and teach one-on-one photography lessons to select clients. I work in film photography (medium and large format), digital photography...

Alexander K. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alexander K.
85/hour

San Diego, CA

Adobe Lightroom & Photography tutoring

I'm a landscape and nature photographer from Germany now living in San Diego, California. I'm passionate about photography and have always considered the digital darkroom an essential part of the creative process of digital...

5.0 (119)
85/hour
264 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutes

I'm a landscape and nature photographer from Germany now living in San Diego, California. I'm passionate about photography and have always considered the digital darkroom an essential part of the creative process of digital...

Omid M. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Omid M.
45/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Nature, Portrait, and Sports Photographer with 3 Years of Experience

I have worked as a photographer for events and also as a freelance photographer with light DSLRs. Academically, I have passed a photography course with a GPA of 4.0.

5.0 (97)
45/hour
248 hours tutoring

I have worked as a photographer for events and also as a freelance photographer with light DSLRs. Academically, I have passed a photography course with a GPA of 4.0.

David K. Escondido, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David K.
65/hour

Escondido, CA

PPA Master Photographer

I am a PPA Master Photographer with 33 years experience as a professional in portrait and commercial photography. Recently, I taught High School Digital Photography for four years. Subjects taught were creative exposure, metering...

5.0 (2)
65/hour
7 hours tutoring

I am a PPA Master Photographer with 33 years experience as a professional in portrait and commercial photography. Recently, I taught High School Digital Photography for four years. Subjects taught were creative exposure, metering...

David V. Sherman Oaks, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David V.
95/hour

Sherman Oaks, CA

Professional Hollywood Photographer - Video Producer

I have been a professional photographer all my life, and my experience in photography spans decades and covers fashion, modeling, architectural, product and people. Besides stills I also shoot videos, everything from Good Morning America...

95/hour
10 hours tutoring

I have been a professional photographer all my life, and my experience in photography spans decades and covers fashion, modeling, architectural, product and people. Besides stills I also shoot videos, everything from Good Morning America...

Henry D. Stanford, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Henry D.
300/hour

Stanford, CA

Yale Grad with Experience in Photography Coursework + Paid Experience

I'm a recent Yale grad who has both taken coursework in the art of photography and worked as a paid freelance photographer for events. This has included a variety of environments and lighting conditions (concerts, grad photos, etc),...

5.0 (17)
300/hour
49 hours tutoring

I'm a recent Yale grad who has both taken coursework in the art of photography and worked as a paid freelance photographer for events. This has included a variety of environments and lighting conditions (concerts, grad photos, etc),...

Omar J. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Omar J.
45/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Professional Photographer and Photo Editor +10 years

Hello, I’m an experienced photographer and photo editor, working with Lightroom and photoshop! I’ve been working with photography for 10+ years and have developed techniques and tips to getting the right shot.

5.0 (85)
45/hour
740 hours tutoring

Hello, I’m an experienced photographer and photo editor, working with Lightroom and photoshop! I’ve been working with photography for 10+ years and have developed techniques and tips to getting the right shot.

Ariana B. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ariana B.
100/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Photographer with 5+ Years Experience

I have taken many classes for photography and cinematography--at UCLA, USC, and online. I majored in cinematography (and writing) during my MFA in Film Production at USC. For this degree, I studied not only cinematography but also many...

5.0 (122)
100/hour
671 hours tutoring
Response time: 54 minutes

I have taken many classes for photography and cinematography--at UCLA, USC, and online. I majored in cinematography (and writing) during my MFA in Film Production at USC. For this degree, I studied not only cinematography but also many...

Sahid M. San Ysidro, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sahid M.
45/hour

San Ysidro, CA

Creative Director and Visual Storyteller with Professional Photo Exper

I’ve led photography projects for media outlets, events, and campaigns across the border region. With a focus on narrative composition and lighting, I teach both beginners and advanced students how to elevate their work. Whether you shoot...

5.0 (141)
45/hour
538 hours tutoring

I’ve led photography projects for media outlets, events, and campaigns across the border region. With a focus on narrative composition and lighting, I teach both beginners and advanced students how to elevate their work. Whether you shoot...

Dalila F. Lemoore, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dalila F.
40/hour

Lemoore, CA

10+ years of Photography Foundations & Visual Storytelling

I have experience teaching and practicing photography with a focus on both technical skill and creative expression. I help students understand composition, lighting, perspective, and visual storytelling while working with digital cameras...

5.0 (1)
40/hour
5 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutes

I have experience teaching and practicing photography with a focus on both technical skill and creative expression. I help students understand composition, lighting, perspective, and visual storytelling while working with digital cameras...

William R. Tarzana, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
William R.
145/hour

Tarzana, CA

2025 ADMISSIONS SUPER SUCCESS --HARVARD YALE STANFORD ETC!

One of my photos of Bono is included in the permanent collection of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Also, my photography of U2 is a significant part of the beautiful coffee table book: U2 SHOW. As a production still photographer,...

5.0 (2576)
145/hour
11,341 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutes

One of my photos of Bono is included in the permanent collection of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Also, my photography of U2 is a significant part of the beautiful coffee table book: U2 SHOW. As a production still photographer,...

Kelly M. Santa Barbara, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kelly M.
50/hour

Santa Barbara, CA

MFA in Photography with 10+ Years of Teaching Experience

Kelly has been actively involved with photography for 15+ years. Kelly found her passion for photography at a young age and has dedicated her career to the art of photography. She has worked for a number of photography...

4.9 (79)
50/hour
126 hours tutoring

Kelly has been actively involved with photography for 15+ years. Kelly found her passion for photography at a young age and has dedicated her career to the art of photography. She has worked for a number of photography...

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Olivia G.

1 Photography lesson

Now that I have more time, I purchased a new Canon G16 and really wanted to get back to a true love of mine, fine tuning my photography skills. Steve was amazing in refreshing/teaching me photography settings/techniques, in addition to helping me with the settings and to get comfortable with my new camera. Steve was able to bring me up to date and left me excited about practicing the new skills and researching more information.
Steve S.

2 Photography lessons

This is the joy of photography. Paul knows the tricks of photography, he has the knowledge, yet I love how he still radiates such joy about the subject. He's also generous minded. His rate per hour is in line with many, less experienced photography tutors. He had to drive an hour to meet with me, and he didn't hesitate to do this. Everything is a matter of timing, and it is cheery that I was ready to meet Paul as my photography tutor.
Paula R.

1 Photography lesson

The session covered two very different areas of photography (capturing city scapes and concert photography). It was clear Marshall had a lot of experience with both of these types of photography and in showing me the basics, taught me a few good tricks of the trade and tips along the way. Marshall was a really nice, friendly person and genuinely, very talented. His enthusiasm for photography was infectious!
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