2025 Camps

Get ready for a fun and impactful educational experience from behind the camera to in front of the computer! Using an iPhone, point and shoot, or DSLR students will learn how to create stunning digital photography and enhance imagery in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Students will first learn the fundamentals of the medium, such as composition, exposure, light & shadow, and depth of field, then transition to developing their software and editing skills. By the end of the course students will have tangible printed evidence of their newly honed talent. Bring your camera, other materials included. More info: soradevore@gmail.com. 5 sessions.

A comprehensive introduction to traditional black-and-white photography. Students will shoot film and develop film, create darkroom prints, and learn other photo techniques. By week’s end, they’ll have mastered the basics and presented their work. Ideal for beginners, this course fosters both technical skill-building and creative exploration. For more info, email: vivian_wingard@mcpsmd.org

This camp will focus on portraiture. In addition to the portraiture practice - composition, exposure, light quality, indoor and outdoor locations - students will work with their classmates and have home assignments with family and friends. Necessary equipment: 35mm film camera, or plastic lens Holga camera (Holga camera is loaned by Photoworks for the class). B/W film purchase from Photoworks or local camera stores. More info: karenkeating5002@gmail.com. 3 sessions.

Explore cyanotype techniques while experimenting with alternative materials and mixed media. Students will engage in hands-on learning and creative play with the cyanotype process across multiple forms, from textile art and sculptural pieces to journals and collaborative projects. For more info, email: vivian_wingard@mcpsmd.org

Get ready for a fun and impactful educational experience from behind the camera to in front of the computer! Using an iPhone, point and shoot, or DSLR students will learn how to create stunning digital photography and enhance imagery in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Students will first learn the fundamentals of the medium, such as composition, exposure, light & shadow, and depth of field, then transition to developing their software and editing skills. By the end of the course students will have tangible printed evidence of their newly honed talent. Bring your camera, other materials included. More info: soradevore@gmail.com. 5 sessions.

An immersive experience in traditional darkroom photography and mixed media artist books. Students will gain technical photography skills while exploring creative bookmaking. By week’s end, they'll complete their own personalized artist book, blending photography, mixed media, and storytelling for a unique and expressive final project. For more info, email: vivian_wingard@mcpsmd.org

Each student will set goals for a cohesive set of images to be completed and exhibited on the last day of the week. The course will be a combination of darkroom skills, b/w film, printing, mat cutting, sequencing, artist statement and presentation. Black & white film, Holga & 35mm cameras will be the format choices. For more info, email: karenkeating5002@gmail.com

Get ready for a fun and impactful educational experience from behind the camera to in front of the computer! Using an iPhone, point and shoot, or DSLR students will learn how to create stunning digital photography and enhance imagery in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Students will first learn the fundamentals of the medium, such as composition, exposure, light & shadow, and depth of field, then transition to developing their software and editing skills. By the end of the course students will have tangible printed evidence of their newly honed talent. Bring your camera, other materials included. More info: soradevore@gmail.com. 5 sessions.