About Mike’s School
Mike’s Camera offers a variety of educational programs led by our own certified photo and video consultants, expert manufacturer technical reps and acclaimed professionals, including but not limited to the following:
Mike’s Camera offers a variety of educational programs led by our own certified photo and video consultants, expert manufacturer technical reps and acclaimed professionals, including but not limited to the following:
- One-on-one consultations
- Fundamentals classes
- Field leader talks
- Field Trips
- Lunch & Learns
- In-depth seminars
- Multi-part photo excursion workshops
- Software instruction
The way we capture, preserve and share meaningful stories has dramatically changed since our doors first opened in 1967, and we’ve been along for every moment of the ride. Nobody else locally has the collective expertise as Mike’s Camera; we’re committed to sharing our knowledge to help you realize your vision!
Learning Path
While we do not impose prerequisites for most of our programs we do have a recommended learning path for those just entering this exciting craft.
If you’re new to photography we suggest planning your core studies in the following order:
While we do not impose prerequisites for most of our programs we do have a recommended learning path for those just entering this exciting craft.
If you’re new to photography we suggest planning your core studies in the following order:
- Photography 101- Introductory
- Manufacturer-specific Interchangeable Lens Camera
- Personal Consultation
- Photography 201- Advanced
Core Classes
At this time we have moved all of our classes to a virtual platform. Classes are offered weekly and can all be attended by signing up online. We save most of the recordings for the classes for one week after the class so that you can review the material again. They run approximately 1 hours in length with 30 minutes of Q&A at the end.
As classes tend to present general overviews on a given source of subject matter, please be aware that not every function specific to your particular camera may be included as a defining element of the class. We do highly encourage you to bring along your camera and any photos you've taken that you'd like to get feedback on from your instructor.
Seminars
Offered throughout the year on a variety of topics and disciplines, our seminars are typically presented by an all-star lineup of world-class industry influencers and expert instructors. These events tend to be conducted in an auditorium style setting and are typically held off-site at a variety of venues across the markets we’re located in.
At this time we have moved all of our classes to a virtual platform. Classes are offered weekly and can all be attended by signing up online. We save most of the recordings for the classes for one week after the class so that you can review the material again. They run approximately 1 hours in length with 30 minutes of Q&A at the end.
As classes tend to present general overviews on a given source of subject matter, please be aware that not every function specific to your particular camera may be included as a defining element of the class. We do highly encourage you to bring along your camera and any photos you've taken that you'd like to get feedback on from your instructor.
Seminars
Offered throughout the year on a variety of topics and disciplines, our seminars are typically presented by an all-star lineup of world-class industry influencers and expert instructors. These events tend to be conducted in an auditorium style setting and are typically held off-site at a variety of venues across the markets we’re located in.