small-group online photography classes
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Join our global community in live small‑group photography classes, photo talks, and more!
featured programs
Photo Retreat in Rockland, Maine
with Anja Hitzenberger
September 23–27, 2026
with Anja Hitzenberger
September 23–27, 2026
The Photobook Show with Stefan Frank is a series of free talks that looks at recent (and not-so-recent) photobooks and how they advance the medium. [more info]
Subscribe to StrudelmediaLive’s YouTube channel for recordings of photo talks, books and zines by our students, and more!
What our students say about our teachers
I LOVED Gianni’s lighting class. He is extremely nice and an excellent teacher. He is generous with his time, which is greatly appreciated. I loved the size of the class, and the quality/expertise of the teaching. I learned a lot, and I loved the fact it was an international crowd, with people from all over the world. And, I thought the class was reasonably priced. I was sad that the class ended.
—Gabrielle (San Francisco)
I really enjoyed Zuzana’s class. She helped me develop a concept for a project and gave me the push I needed to get started. I am sure it’s gonna take a while to get it done, but I know now what I want to do and how to continue. I felt that Zuzana has been genuinely interested in everyone’s work and I appreciated her feedback and tips.
—Birgit (Zurich)
Zuzana is excellent. She sees the potential in everyone’s projects and has a multitude of astute suggestions about how things are working and how to make them more effective.
—Kevin (New Jersey)
I thoroughly enjoyed Kat’s class. I think she’s very personable and a good teacher. Her lessons were always interesting, and the readings and information about various photographers opened up a new area for me re: “pilgrimaging” with my camera. And her critiques were always helpful. Very glad I took the class and I’ve signed up for her next class.
—Susan (New York City)
Kat was a fantastic teacher — really smart and super organized. She gave us excellent feedback and provided lots of useful resources as we continue on our photographic journey. i learned so much and am very happy I took this class.
—Nancy (Chicago)
starting soon
Photo Talks / Events
Zoom Info Session
Zoom Info Session with Katherine Akey
Thu, Sept 17, 2026, 12–12:30pm (ET)
Photo Classes
Mini-Workshop
Brewing Images: An Introduction to Film Soup
Sun, Sept 13, 2026, 12–1:30pm (ET)
Online Class
20th Century European Photography: A Survey of Transnational Trends
4 Wednesdays start Sept 16, 2026
Online Class
Reorienting the Landscape
6 Saturdays start Sept 19, 2026
Online Class
Image and Text: Extending Your Message
6 Wednesdays start Sept 23, 2026
Online Class
An Exploration of Community Through Portraiture
5 Tuesdays start Oct 6, 2026
Online Class
The Poetics of Observation: Making Your Work More Expressive
Only 2 spots left
5 Thursdays start Oct 8, 2026








