BPW’s Featured Workshops
Here you’ll find our latest online and in-person offerings, or preview upcoming workshops, trips, and special events.
Black & White Photo Walks
See the world in a new way. Discover a new way of seeing in this intriguing photo walk centered on B&W photography. Students will meet the instructor in a public place, then work side-by-side for the entire session learning how to make dynamic B&W photos in their camera - no special software needed!
Astrophotography:
PhotoPills Made Simple
A beginner’s guide to planning night sky photos. Great photos of the moon, stars, and The Milky Way don’t happen by accident—they’re planned. In this one-hour, hands-on workshop, we’ll show you how to be best prepared using PhotoPills, a photographer’s best friend for planning legendary photos.
Lightroom Classic 1
Edit, organize, and love your photos. You don't need to be a professional photographer to get professional looking photos. Editing with Lightroom can be as easy as any phone based app you’re probably already using. With simple, fun, and easy to understand instruction, this course makes editing fun, not confusing.
One Night Astrophotography
Join us for a night of photographing the stars. With our experienced instructors at your side, you'll explore New England's coast and photograph the dark skies around iconic locations in Maine, Coastal Massachusetts and Rhode island.
Golden Hour Photo Walks
Golden hour is the perfect time to explore Boston with the BPW! Learn how to see more creatively at iconic Boston locations like, The Boston Fan Pier or Castle Island. You’ll work side-by-side with your instructor to develop compositional skills and take better pictures.
Macro Photography
Come a little closer and capture these miniature marvels with our macro photography class. With the help of our instructors, you'll learn to magnify your vision and transform ordinary subjects into extraordinary images.
Food Photography
Whether you are a foodie wanting to produce Instagram-worthy photos or an aspiring food photographer, this beginner workshop will equip you to shoot delectable photos using simple yet effective techniques.
Lunar Photography
Photograph the rising full moon over the Boston Harbor or city skyline with seasoned photographers by your side. In this outdoor meet-up, we’ll cover the basic settings you’ll need to capture the full moon rising before setting up the perfect shot. The moon rises quickly but with your instructor by your side, you’ll grab the perfect shot