MODESTO
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 11 January
Downtown Modesto - 10am - 3 Hours
Sarina Schieferstein
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      
Shooting in Manual Mode

Shooting in Manual Mode

Saturday 25 January
Downtown Modesto - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarina Schieferstein
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 23 March
Downtown Modesto - 9am - 3 Hours
Sarina Schieferstein
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

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.
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$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.
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$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      
50mm Lens Meetup

50mm Lens Meetup

Saturday 22 March
Park Ave., San Jose - 3pm - 2 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
The 50mm lens is one of the flexible and useful lenses in any photographer’s gear bag. It is neither a wide-angle or telephoto lens, but allows the camera to see on the same scale as your eye. As such, it can be used for a variety of styles, from landscape and street photography to portrait and product photography. In this meetup, we’ll review the basic camera settings. We’ll then cover some of the advantages of shooting with a prime lens, and some basic techniques to using the 50mm lens. As always, there will be ample opportunities for you to put your new knowledge into practice.
book now
$47      
Flower Photography Meetup

Flower Photography Meetup

Saturday 19 April
Naglee Ave, San Jose - 4:30pm - 2 Hours
Fremont Photography Group
Uyen Ta
Learn all the tips and tricks you need to take stunning pictures of flowers. We will also discuss composition, lighting, and other aspects of photography that will help you create unique images. So come join us for a day of learning, exploring, and having fun.
book now
$47      

Other Nearby Groups

Beginner's Acrylic Painting

Beginner's Acrylic Painting

Saturday 30 November
Needham St - 10am - 2 Hours
Modesto Art Group
Stephanie Aldrich
Join us for a relaxing Beginner's Acrylic Painting event, where you'll learn basic techniques and create your own vibrant artwork in a fun, supportive setting. No experience necessary—just bring your creativity!
book now
$47      
ABOUT MODESTO
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 Modesto.

  • 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 Modesto Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Had an excellent evening. We could have gone on for hours. Really enjoyed the question and answer session and to hear how the others in attendance do their thing. I would do it again just for the experience and guidance.
    5/5
    Rob
    2024-09-02
    The class was very useful (even for myself as a complete beginner) since we got to see different examples of actual equipment and also try taking pictures with different lighting so that we could see the immediate impact of various lights and angles.
    5/5
    Dina
    2024-08-14
    Sarina offered an excellent class that demonstrated many facets of her craftmanship in portrait photography. We had a live model and each of us had opportunities to photograph her in various lighting contexts. Sarina's consideration for us and our individual concerns was evident throughout the presentation . I left with a fresh perspective on use of light and shadow in portrait photography and will look forward to her next class.
    5/5
    Phil Payne
    2024-07-19

    This is JUST what I have been looking for. Sarina did an excellent job to teach the fundamentals of studio flash. The best part was the hands on and getting to use my wife as the model. More, More, More is all I can say and I will be there. VERY much enjoyed this workshop. Thank you
    5/5
    Rob Ryan
    2024-07-15
    Sarina was an absolutely amazing teacher. I had no idea of how many different types of studio lighting there is in photography. Her knowledge of studio lighting answer all and more of my questions being a beginner. I left her class with confidence for my next shoot. I absolutely will keep an eye for more classes she offers. Thank You
    5/5
    Yolanda
    2024-07-15
    This workshop was just what I was looking for. It was a real pleasure with Sarina at the wheel. I have been to a couple workshop and this, by far, was the best. My picture cam out beautiful. Sarina offered sound advice for portrait photography and it show why she is a professional. Very calming and soothing with assurances that we understood what she was explaining. I ask if she would be conducting a studio class that includes one light flash techniques. LOVED IT and looking forward to more of her classes.
    5/5
    Rob Ryan
    2024-06-24

    Sarina is a treasure. i enjoyed the two tour through both contemporaryl murals and classical architecture of Modesto?s history. She was attentive to my safety snd shared a few tips for efficient camera settings.
    5/5
    Phil Payne
    2024-05-21
    I extremely enjoyed the photography class, it was a great outdoor experience. I want to emphasize that Frankie was a great instructor, she answered each of our questions and gave us her full support. In addition to preparing a fairly complete theoretical material. It was a very pleasant experience for me and I would do it again with Frankie. I 100% recommend this photography class.
    5/5
    Karla
    2023-07-20
    Frankie was very detailed in her presentation and packet provided for us to keep and refer back to at a later date when needed. What I appreciate the most is that she's kept in contact with me to follow up and also provide feedback on a couple different photo shoots completed and made great recommendations. Thank you Frankie. I'll be back soon!!
    5/5
    Marissa
    2023-05-23

    I love it , I did know I can learn alot about photography in 3 hours we have a good teacher ...
    5/5
    Griselda
    2023-04-16
    I learned a lot in the class, Aaron was very patient and all the information he gave me helped me to start enjoying taking photos and the tips he gave me will help me improve, I am very happy to have taken the class
    5/5
    Laura
    2023-01-31
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Sarina Schieferstein
    My name is Sarina and I have been a proud local here in the Modesto area all my life. I have been a photographer for over 20 years working in studios, doing events and just about every type of photography. I currently own a portrait studio in downtown Modesto and offer my services to all of the Central Valley. I love to photograph people and get to know each one of my clients. As well as running my studio I also enjoy sharing my love of photography with others and seeing others create beautiful images.

    Sarina Schieferstein is available for private bookings

    Available for private tutoring as well as portraits and special occasions. By appointment only, please reach out to schedule.

    PHOTOS
    Modesto Photography Group
    2024-08-19
    Title or Location: Pajaro Dunes, Watsonville, CA
    Long exposure with 2 empty Adirondack Chairs, in the surf, facing the sunset with no owners in sight.
    Credit: Rob Ryan
    Facebook: Rob Ryan
    Instagram: Rob59frames

    Modesto Photography Group
    2024-05-10
    Title or Location: Modesto CA
    This is the view that greets you as you enter downtown Modesto, California. I've always loved this sign, and was thrilled to capture it in this shot. The day I took this was May the 4th, during a celebration of all things Star Wars. I'm proud to be from Modesto, and I hope George Lucas is too!
    Credit: Mello Video & Photo
    Facebook: @mell.video.photo
    Instagram: @mello_video_photo
    Modesto Photography Group
    2024-05-10
    Title or Location: Morgan territory, Livermore
    First time hiking this area and wanting to connect to a trail I had recently taken. On my decent to the valley I came around a corner to vaqueros reservoir and was in shock and awe when I saw the view.
    Credit: Jimmy McTiernan
    Facebook: Jimmy McTiernan
    Instagram: Jimmyhatesoutdoors

    Modesto Photography Group
    2024-05-03
    Title or Location: Yosemite National Park
    I try to visit Yosemite once a month to take photos as the views are always spectacular and ever changing. This shot was taken in April from the Cook's Meadow Loop Trail not far from the Northside Road. The photo was taken on my tripod and is a bracketed shot of three photos, merged together in Lightroom creating this HDR image.
    Credit: Doug Smith
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Douglas.K.Smith47?mibextid=LQQJ4d
    Instagram: @dksmithphotography1

    Modesto Photography Group
    2024-05-03
    Title or Location: Sunrise in Rural America
    This photo was taken at 7:07 AM in the east central part of rural San Joaquin County. I really like this photo because it seems to capture the essence of rural america starting to wake up.Photo specs:Camera: Canon R6 MkII, Lens: EF 70-200 F4 set at @ 200mmSS:1/60, F-stop: f/32, ISO:100Edited with Luminar Neo.This is one photo out of a batch of about a dozen
    Credit: Tom Machado Photography
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tom.Machado.Photography
    Instagram: @tom_machado_photography
    Modesto Photography Group
    2024-04-27
    Title or Location: Ceres River Bluff Regional Park
    The photo is actually a macro photo. The flowers were smaller than a penny.
    Credit: Ranferi Hernandez
    Instagram: 6vi6_photography

    Plymouth Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: Lukesland Garden
    Taken at Lukesland Gardens at Ivybridge,i love these Porcelain Fungus when you get the light shining through them thjey look gorgeous. These wher growing in a cut leaf birch Tree ,buy sadley they have gone now as i went last weekend.Lukesland is worth a visit especially now with all the autumn colour.
    Credit: Jeremy Willcocks LRPS
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.willcocks/
    Instagram: Jeremy Willcocks
    Warrington Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: Johnson?s Farm , Old Hurst Huntington.
    We were attending a sporting event at Grafham Water and decided to make a weekend of it. The receptionist at our hotel recommended that we visit a farm that had unusual animals for a farm! And they did! I couldn?t take my eyes off this magnificent pair.
    Credit: Jackie Roach

    Perth Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: Sugarloaf Rock - Western Australia
    I was waiting for the night fall to take the setting Milky Way. The day wasn?t clear so I wasn?t planning on taking any sunset photos. As I was looking for a composition I saw the small pathway between two boulders leading down. Also the small rocks kinda positioned in as lines leading to the main subject - sugarloaf rocks. As the sun goes down towards the horizon golden light started hitting the rocks giving a golden colour to them. I decided that it was a moment I couldn?t miss so started shoo
    Credit: Sash Rodrigo
    Facebook: Sash Rodrigo
    Instagram: Sash_r_photography
    Riverside Photography Group
    2024-11-06
    Title or Location: My living room.
    ?Golden Hour Golden? This photo was taken of my golden retriever during golden hour. The light hits my balcony and living room perfectly. Gear and settings below:Camera: R6 iiLens: 85mm 1.4 L series ISO: 400Aperture: 1.4 Shutter: 1/160thEdited in Lightroom Classic. Likely edit, did not have to tweak color.
    Credit: Johnathan Cane
    Durham Photography Group
    2024-11-04
    Title or Location: Edinburgh 26.10.2024
    photo taken in Edinburgh in one of the city parks, I was visiting with the intention of taking a few photos on the autumn theme. The photographic equipment used was a canon eos 7D mark 2 and a Canon EF 70 - 300 mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM lens. I took the photo from the ground to capture the right angle of view and perspectives, significantly reflecting the dynamics of the shot.
    Credit: Konrad Sojka

    Christchurch Photography Group
    2024-11-04
    Title or Location: On the banks of the Waikuku Beach Rd Lagoon
    Nesting time and very accommodating regards the closeness' to them for the shot.
    Credit: Chris Farmer
    Facebook: Chris Farmer
    Instagram: Farmdoggmedia34
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