Exploring Digital Photography & Southern California

COURSE DESCRIPTION

** Professional DSLR camera IS NOT required for this class. You may use your iPhone or Android smartphone.

Experience the best of Southern California through the lens of a camera in this 4-day photography and culture course. From
vibrant city life to breathtaking desert landscapes, this hands-on class combines creative learning with cultural exploration as students journey through Los Angeles, Hollywood, San Diego, Palm Springs, and Joshua Tree National Park.

Perfect for beginners, this course covers the fundamentals of photography—including composition, lighting, and storytelling—using either smartphones or digital cameras. Along the way, participants will engage with California’s diverse culture, from iconic film landmarks to beach life, desert art, and national park history.

This course is a unique blend of cultural immersion, artistic development, and personal exploration. Students will leave with
new photography skills, cultural knowledge, and a visual diary of their California adventure.

Locations Explored:

Los Angeles – Explore the art of visual storytelling while visiting
famous locations like Hollywood, Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills,
Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory and more
San Diego – Practice candid and coastal photography in Balboa
Park, Old Town, and along the scenic waterfront, learning to
capture vibrant street scenes and natural light.
Joshua Tree National Park – Learn nature and landscape
photography techniques in one of California’s most surreal
natural environments, with golden hour shoots among the rock
formations and Joshua trees

PRICE

$1,095 + registration fees | ** IN-PERSON ** | 72 hours (equivalent to 6 credits)

Contact Information

Office of Continuing Education
161 Newkirk Street, Room E504
Jersey City, NJ 07306
(201) 360-4224
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