Chicago Photography Academy (CPA) offers 1-day, 2-day and 4-week digital photography classes in Chicago for photographers at all levels.
There are no lab fees, extra lenses, paper or any extra items to buy, making CPA classes the best value in Chicago! The first night of the 4 week beginners class is free so that you can 'try before you buy'.
Beginners will find one day, weekend and four week classes that introduce them to camera and digital printing basics. Plus Adobe Lightroom A-Z which is a comprehensive, one-day class covering all of the major features of Adobe Lightroom.
Intermediate and Advanced tracks are available to photographers who are ready to take their technical knowledge and skills to a more advanced level.
Workshops focused on specialty subjects, such as wedding photography, are also available to intermediate and advanced students.
CPA classes are about more than lectures. Students work hands-on with their cameras and with our computers and printers. Some classes include homework assignments while others incorporate in-class team shooting assignments. All classes provide an interactive, engaging opportunity for students to learn and practice their photography to capture and print quality photos.
We are located on the second floor at 3047 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657. We can be
contacted by phone: (312) 543-8087 or email:
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| Class | Day | Date | From | To | Fee | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point-And-Shoot | ||||||
| Point-And-Shoot in a Day | Sunday | Oct 24 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | CLASS FULL |
| Point-And-Shoot in a Day | Monday | Oct 25 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | |
| Point-And-Shoot in a Day | Sunday | Oct 31 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | CLASS FULL |
| Digital Fundamentals | ||||||
| Digital in a Day | Sunday | Sep 12 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | CLASS FULL |
| Digital in a Day | Saturday | Oct 16 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | CLASS FULL |
| Digital in a Day | Saturday | Oct 23 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | CLASS FULL |
| Digital in a Day | Saturday | Oct 30 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | CLASS FULL |
| Digital 4 Week Session | Monday | Sep 6 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Digital 4 Week Session | Tuesday | Sep 7 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Digital 4 Week Session | Thursday | Sep 9 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Digital 4 Week Session | Monday | Oct 4 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Digital 4 Week Session | Tuesday | Oct 5 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Digital 4 Week Session | Thursday | Oct 7 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Adobe Lightroom | ||||||
| Adobe Lightroom A-Z | Sunday | Sep 5 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | |
| Adobe Lightroom A-Z | Sunday | Oct 3 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | |
| Adobe Lightroom A-Z | Sunday | Nov 21 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $125 | |
| Intermediate Digital | ||||||
| Digital 4 Week Session | Wednesday | Sep 8 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Wedding | ||||||
| Weddings in a Day | Sunday | Sep 5 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $165 | |
| Advanced Digital | ||||||
| Digital 4 Week Session | Wednesday | Sep 8 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| Wedding | ||||||
| Weddings in a Day | Sunday | Oct 31 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $165 | |
| Studio Lighting Fundamentals | ||||||
| Fundamentals of Lighting | Tuesday | Sep 7 | 7 PM | 10 PM | $225 | |
| On Camera Flash | ||||||
| Detachable Flash Weekend | Saturday | Sep 18 | 10 AM | 5 PM | $225 | |
"I just completed the Beginner's class. In the 4 weeks, not only did I learn how to properly use my digital SLR (various settings), but I gained invaluable photography skills from William. He is a great instructor and generously shares his wealth of information from his many years of experience. We were able to use all his studio equipment including a variety of lights, computers, and printers. I would highly recommend this class. I feel I have definitely become more knowledgeable and confident in using my digital SLR. I finally understand the fundamentals and importance of lighting, shutter speed, aperture, etc! I am looking forward to the next 'Intermediate' & 'Advanced' levels!"
Janice *****
"I found that this class provided me with all of the necessary tips and tricks to shoot a sucessful wedding. It pointed out the "must have" shots to get, how to work with both a bride and groom and excellant suggestions for flattering lighting. Both instructors were patient and made sure that every participant had an opportunity to try all of the equipment and scenarios that were "painted". As a photographer who specialized in another area, I found that this provided me with the confidence to go out and be the primary shooter at a wedding. The references provided for wedding albums and other services a wedding photographer needs have been invaluable. The instant feedback with suggestions on improvement were good and the various opinions from 2 class leaders reinforced to me that there is always more than one way to be sucessful as a photographer and that "one size fits all" does not apply. This was well worth the investment of time and money."
Dan *****
"I had been looking for a photography class for quite awhile but was intimidated by the 8 week courses with expensive lab and materials list at other schools in the area. When I learned about a 4 week class at only $195 I was ready to sign up! The first class was free and just there I learned more about my camera in 3 hours than I had in the 3 years I have owned it! I kept saying, "wow didn't know I could do that!" The next classes have been focused on learning to shoot in aperture priority, composition, shutter speed, etc. Some of it is pretty technical and confusing, but I am already starting to see improvement in my pictures. The assignments can be accomplished in your busy week. William also gives you his cell phone number and you can call him at any time with questions which is helpful. William is funny, direct and to the point. I highly recommend this class and look forward to signing up for the next series of classes"
Laurie *****
"I just took the beginner four week class and it was exactly what I needed. The classes were overflowing with really useful information and I found the instructors both knowledgeable and entertaining. Four weeks was just long enough to learn everything and not too long so that I had to struggle with my schedule. I took the free class before I bought my camera and the instructor handed me a $5000 camera to use for the night. Awesome!! Then he gave me some excellent advice and I bought the right camera to complete the class and continue with my photography. I am already booked for the next class and very much looking forward to it. This place is a real find and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning photography while having great fun"
Bram *****