OAKLAND
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 October
Alameda Water Front - 10am - 3 Hours
John Dockery
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Seascapes Photography

Seascapes Photography

Saturday 02 November
Rodeo Beach - 10am - 2 Hours
John Dockery
Capture the beauty of coastal landscapes in our Seascape Photography session! We'll explore techniques for shooting dynamic waves, serene sunsets, and detailed shorelines. Perfect for all levels, this meetup covers composition, lighting, and long exposures. Bring your camera and a tripod, and join us for a creative day by the sea!
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$47      
The City at Night

The City at Night

Saturday 23 November
Union Square San Francisco - 5pm - 2 Hours
John Dockery
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.

In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
book now
$47      

Holiday Lights Meetup

Holiday Lights Meetup

Saturday 14 December
Union Square, San Francisco - 5pm - 2 Hours
John Dockery
'Tis the season to be merry and bright, and what better way to celebrate the holiday spirit than by immersing yourself in a dazzling world of twinkling lights and festive decor? Join us for a magical evening of photography and camaraderie at our Holiday Lights Meetup.

Meet fellow photographers, share your passion, and learn new techniques from like-minded enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started with your camera, the Holiday Lights Meetup is the perfect opportunity to capture the wonder and joy of the holiday season through your lens.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 04 January
Alameda Water Front - 10am - 3 Hours
John Dockery
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Nearby Photography Groups

Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 13 October
Castro Street - 5pm - 2 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
book now
$47      
The City at Night

The City at Night

Saturday 02 November
Castro Street - 6pm - 2 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.

In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 30 November
Monroe St, Santa Clara - 1:30pm - 3 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Saturday 14 December
Winfield Blvd, San Jose - 4pm - 2 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
book now
$47      
WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 28 December
Stanford University - 4:30pm - 2 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 02 February
Monroe St, Santa Clara - 3:30pm - 3 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 26 October
Jackson Park - 10am - 2 Hours
San Jose Watercolor Group
Leila Ghasempor
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Saturday 23 November
Jackson Park - 10am - 3 Hours
San Jose Crochet Club
Leila Ghasempor
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.

Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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$75      
ABOUT OAKLAND
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Oakland.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Oakland Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Always a great environment to attend.
    5/5
    Rogers
    2024-07-28
    John, is great he took the time to interact with all the photographers. He asked how we was going to take black & white pre or post processing. He let us go on or own to find that unique shot at the Oakland public market & Lake Merritt. I'm looking forward to his chasing the sunset class.
    5/5
    rogers
    2024-05-26
    It was fun event, John brought his girlfriend Kat to be my life model, and later we were asking strangers to take pictures of them and they were very enthusiastic and agreeable.
    5/5
    Irina
    2023-12-11

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    John Dockery
    My name is John Dockery, I'm a photographer based in the bay area, I started doing photography right after high school, and I just fell in love with it. I take a variety of photos from landscape, to portraits, to editorial, but I love documentary photography. I love the story that each individual holds, and how complex and intriguing each and every person is. I hope to travel to different parts of the world and document the untold stories of different cultures and individuals.

    Sonder: The realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own.

    John Dockery is available for private bookings

    Available most weekends from 10am-6pm

    I offer one on one tutoring, from the fundamentals of photography, to learning a specific area of photography, whether that's portraits, landscape, street, etc.

    I also do private or corporate events or parties, weddings, engagements, and graduations.

    PHOTOS
    Oakland Photography Group
    2024-09-01
    Title or Location: Urban Muse. in Verona's Hiden Corners
    Verona, Italy, a city known for its stunning history and architecture, holds a special place in our hearts. But beyond the iconic landmarks lies a different side?one perfect for industrial and off-the-beaten-path photography. In 2019, we ventured into these lesser-known corners of Verona, capturing the raw beauty that often goes unnoticed. This image is a testament to the hidden gems that make Verona truly unique.
    Credit: David Karamian
    Facebook: David Karamian
    Instagram: David Karamian

    Oakland Photography Group
    2024-01-10
    Title or Location: Shoreline Beach
    I took this photo after shopping at the Daiso store at the Shoreline Shopping Center in Alameda, CA. It had been raining so I knew I would get some great sunset photos with San Francisco in the background.
    Credit: Regina Dailey
    Oakland Photography Group
    2024-01-10
    Title or Location: Rodeo Beach, Fort Cronkite, Marin Headlands, CA
    I had raised the ISO up to 800, as the light was beginning to fade late in the day. And the colors on the horizon were crazy, the clouds in the top of the frame had some crazy textures and colors, too - but there was a great glow to the foreground as wel. I shot this on a Nikon Z7ii with a 24-120mm F4 lens. With the ISO up, I was able to get some good depth of field down to f9.0, and the shutter was set to 1/800 sec, so that I could get a good quick shutter to catch the action on the wave, a
    Credit: John Douglas White
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jdwhitesf/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdwhitesf/

    Oakland Photography Group
    2024-01-10
    Title or Location: Rodeo Beach, Fort Conkrite, Marin Headlands, CA
    A great afternoon with dramatic light. Some strong winds was blowing the clouds and the spray off the waves, but the surfers were stoked. Shot on a Nikon Z7ii, I went for a low ISO of 100 for detail, and the 70-200mm lens was at 80mm, f5.0 at 1/400 sec.
    Credit: John Douglas White
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jdwhitesf/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdwhitesf/

    Oakland Photography Group
    2024-01-10
    Title or Location: Golden Gate Bridge, looking north.
    It was a rainy morning, but I was loving what this focal length was getting me with this view. We were at an overlook, just next to Battery Godfrey. December 16, 2023. Nikon Z7ii, 70-200mm f2.8 lens with a TC2.0, for a 400mm practical.
    Credit: John Douglas White
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jdwhitesf/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdwhitesf/
    Oakland Photography Group
    2023-09-13
    Title or Location: In Oakland, ca,.. Around the corner from happy garden restaurant
    I was on my way to happy garden restaurant and saw the mural!
    Credit: Enid
    Facebook: Enidilenesoolomon
    Instagram: Enidsolomon6

    Anchorage Photography Group
    2024-10-07
    Title or Location: Lake George , Knik Glacier Alaska
    Photo was takin on a trip up to Knik Glacier Alaska to do some filming for the Croatia National News and the BBC . 19mm F/2.8
    Credit: Martin Martin Alaska
    Facebook: Martin Martin Alaska
    Norfolk Photography Group
    2024-10-07
    Title or Location: Photo Taken at Raf Mildenhall 05/10/2024
    Red arrows Transiting from Raf Waddington, Stopping off for fuel prior to departing to Duxford for final display of 2024.Settings:F7.11/1250th SecISO 125600mmShutter priorityW/B manual
    Credit: David Lloyd
    Instagram: davidlloyd3780
    San Gabriel Photography Group
    2024-10-07
    Title or Location: Home Yard
    I setup bird feeders at home including a hummingbird feeder. They are super active and are use to me being close to them so I grabbed my Canon R5 with my Canon 70-200mm f2.8 lens and placed myself within 8 feet from the feeder rendering great closeup shots while they feed and the late afternoon sun gives this Rufous hummingbird that beautiful glow
    Credit: Gonzalo Guerrero
    Facebook: G Guerrero Photography
    Instagram: @photo818

    Cambridge Photography Group
    2024-10-06
    Title or Location: Skomer Island
    My second visit to this fantastic place. Unlike the first time in May there were plenty of puffins during the day as they were feeding the pufflings.
    Credit: Piotr Slusarczyk
    Instagram: pietia76er
    Newcastle Photography Group
    2024-10-06
    Title or Location: Poppet Head Park, Kitchener, NSW
    I attended the Intro to Astrophotography class on September 28th. I used some old equipment by today's standard.Equipment and settings: Canon 300D18-55mm kit lensFocal Length - 18mmShutter Speed - 30 secondsAperture - f/3.5ISO - 1600In post-processing, I raised the exposure, applied less contrast, raised the highlights and whites, increased texture and clarity, and used dehaze and denoise to remove a lot of the noise present with older entry-level gear.
    Credit: Jeff Scaife
    Peterborough Photography Group
    2024-10-06
    Title or Location: Corby
    These Waxwings were in Corby for a while in January of this year, right on the edge of a housing estate. They seemed totally oblivious that we were there. The light was perfect, mid morning. The Rowan trees were on a steep bank which made for no background distractions .Taken with Canon r6, Canon 100-400mm l series 11 lens with 1. 4 extender,
    Credit: Tony Martin
    Facebook: Tony Martin

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