Light is foundational to photography and one of the medium’s most playful forces — somber in some moments and joyful in others. We’ll learn to notice the way light moves through space, time, and weather — and observe its hide-and-seek dance with darkness. We’ll follow the subtle grace of light as it moves through the leaves of a forest canopy or bounces off the glass windows of skyscrapers. Wherever we find light, we’ll study its transformative impact — forces that we’ll harness to strengthen our photographic compositions, color, and craft. Most importantly, we’ll learn to use light to find and express our artistic voice.

Over five weeks, we’ll study how great masters of photography activated the powers and mysteries of light, and learn practical techniques for working with light, both natural and artificial, that can make the difference between average and exceptional photographs. Weekly assignments and reviews will sharpen your potential as light explorers.