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Upcoming Events

WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 20 June
Belltown - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Nkem O
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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$49      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 11 July
Seattle - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Nkem O
Explore downtown Bellevue and capture candid moments of people, urban scenes, and architectural details. This class covers camera settings, focusing techniques, and observational skills to help you create visually interesting images while practicing respectful street photography.
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$49      
Portrait Photography Session

Portrait Photography Session

Saturday 25 July
Rainier Beach, Seattle - 2:30pm - 2 Hours
Nkem O
Explore the art of portrait photography ; learn how to work with natural light, direct your subject with confidence, and tell a story through a single frame. Whether you're shooting friends, clients, or strangers, this class will guide you in capturing authentic expressions and elevating your portrait work with intention and style. this class will Focus on posing, lighting, and creating flattering shots of people.
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$49      

Angles and Views

Angles and Views

Saturday 22 August
Belltown - 2:30pm - 2.0 Hours
Nkem O
Explore unique perspectives and creative compositions at Olympic Sculpture Park. This Angles and Views photography session will challenge you to find new viewpoints and capture the park's sculptures, waterfront, and skyline from fresh angles. Suitable for all skill levels. Please bring your camera, fully charged battery, memory card, and water.
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$49      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 03 October
Seattle - 2:30pm - 3.0 Hours
Nkem O
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? This beginner-friendly class will cover shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect exposure. You will then put your new knowledge into practice with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$98      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Saturday 31 October
Rainier Beach, Seattle - 2:30pm - 2.0 Hours
Nkem O
Explore the art of portrait photography. Learn how to work with natural light, direct your subject with confidence, and tell a story through a single frame. Whether you're shooting friends, clients, or strangers, this class will guide you in capturing authentic expressions and elevating your portrait work with intention and style.
book now
$49      

WWC (Walk with Camera)

WWC (Walk with Camera)

Saturday 14 November
Seattle - 2:30pm - 2.0 Hours
Nkem O
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety of aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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$49      

Nearby Photography Groups

WWC Walk with Camera

WWC Walk with Camera

Saturday 13 June
Green Lake Community Center Building - 9am - 2 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Karen Ulvestad
Walks with Camera explores the quiet intersection between human presence and the natural world. This subject focuses on the art of street shooting in naturecapturing spontaneous moments where people, wildlife, and landscapes coexist. It's about observing the rhythm of life as it unfolds along trails, beaches, parks, and small-town streets, where light, texture, and movement tell stories of connection and solitude.
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$49.00      
Shallow Depth of Field

Shallow Depth of Field

Saturday 13 June
Downtown Tacoma - 11am - 2 Hours
Tacoma Photography Group
Anthony Culanag
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance.

We will cover topics such as using a shallow depth of field to create a mood, blurring out distracting backgrounds, and how to use a shallow depth of field to give a bokeh effect behind our subjects to make them pop.

Become a master of aperture and depth of field while building your camera confidence and personal portfolio!
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$49      
Wild Wanderlust Nature  Wildlife Photography Meetup

Wild Wanderlust Nature Wildlife Photography Meetup

Saturday 27 June
Edmonds - 9am - 2 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Karen Ulvestad
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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$49.00      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 27 June
Downtown Tacoma - 11am - 3 Hours
Tacoma Photography Group
Anthony Culanag
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 from an experienced photographer.
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$98       3 places left
Landscape Photography Meetup

Landscape Photography Meetup

Saturday 18 July
Richmond Beach - Shoreline - 9am - 2 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Karen Ulvestad
Join us to photograph landscapes in the great outdoors. We'll review basic camera settings for landscapes, discuss techniques you can use, then apply them with fun and challenging exercises.
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$49.00      
WWC Walk with Camera

WWC Walk with Camera

Saturday 08 August
Green Lake Community Center Building - 9am - 2 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Karen Ulvestad
Walks with Camera explores the quiet intersection between human presence and the natural world. This subject focuses on the art of street shooting in naturecapturing spontaneous moments where people, wildlife, and landscapes coexist. It's about observing the rhythm of life as it unfolds along trails, beaches, parks, and small-town streets, where light, texture, and movement tell stories of connection and solitude.
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$49.00      

Big Bird Tour

Big Bird Tour

Saturday 29 August
Everett Marina - 12pm - 0.5 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Steve Winnie
Join us for a Big Bird Tour where we will visit known nesting areas of eagles, osprey, and herons in the area. We'll practice wildlife photography techniques and discuss camera settings, composition, and tips for capturing birds in flight and at rest. Suitable for all skill levels. Bring your camera with a telephoto lens (200mm or longer recommended). The host has Nikon "F" and "Z" mount telephoto lenses as well as teleconverters available to try.
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$49      
Sunset to Dusk Photography Meetup

Sunset to Dusk Photography Meetup

Saturday 12 September
Edmonds waterfront by the ferry docks - 7pm - 2 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Karen Ulvestad
This time offers the best sunset colors and the beginnings of night photography opportunities. The meetup will be discussing the best techniques and camera settings for vibrant sunsets. As it gets dark, discussion will focus on night star photography.
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$49      
Intro to Motion Blur Movement  the Passage of Time in Still Photographs Meetup

Intro to Motion Blur Movement the Passage of Time in Still Photographs Meetup

Saturday 26 September
Ballard - 9am - 2 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Karen Ulvestad
Join us for an illuminating exploration into the captivating world of motion blur photography! In our "Intro to Motion Blur Movement the Passage of Time in Still Photographs" Meetup, participants will delve into the artistry of capturing dynamic scenes, where time appears suspended yet motion persists. Discover the magic of long exposures and the creative possibilities they unlock, as we unravel techniques to convey movement, energy, and the transient nature of life through still images. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned photographer, this workshop promises to expand your artistic horizons and infuse your work with newfound depth and narrative intrigue. Don't miss this opportunity to redefine the boundaries of your visual storytelling prowess and embark on a journey where every frame whispers tales of motion and time.
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$49.00      

Autumn Colors Meet Up

Autumn Colors Meet Up

Saturday 17 October
North Seattle - 10am - 2 Hours
Seattle Photography Group
Karen Ulvestad
Immerse yourself in the vibrant fall colors, and learn how to capture them with your camera. Meet up will discuss techniques, camera settings, and exposure.
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Still Life Drawing: Everyday Objects

Still Life Drawing: Everyday Objects

Saturday 06 June
Western Ave - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Seattle Art Circle
Aditi Bhandari
This foundational still life drawing workshop focuses on proportions, shading, and simple composition using everyday objects. Participants will learn how to simplify forms into basic shapes before gradually building detail and depth. Through guided exercises, we'll explore light, shadow, and observational drawing techniques that help objects feel more three-dimensional. This is a relaxed and beginner-friendly session designed to build confidence and strengthen drawing fundamentals.
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$49      
Amigurumi Beginner Class

Amigurumi Beginner Class

Saturday 06 June
Greenwood, Seattle - 12pm - 3 Hours
Seattle Crochet Club
Abby Anderson
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting 3-dimensional creatures and objects. You will learn the basics of amigurumi by making a simple project during the class. Crochet materials, instruction, and a non-alcoholic drink are provided!
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$78       2 places left
Granny Squares for Beginners

Granny Squares for Beginners

Saturday 13 June
Wallingford - 12pm - 3 Hours
Seattle Crochet Club
Abby Anderson
Learn the basics of crochet by creating a granny square! You'll learn common crochet stitches and techniques, including holding your hook and making color changes. All crochet materials, instruction, and a cafe drink are provided!
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$78       0 places left

Charcoal Sketching: Light & Shadow

Charcoal Sketching: Light & Shadow

Saturday 20 June
Western Ave near Olympic Sculpture Park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Seattle Art Circle
Aditi Bhandari
Explore the dramatic possibilities of charcoal through light, shadow, and tonal contrast. This workshop focuses on building depth using structured shading exercises and observational studies. Students will learn how highlights, reflected light, core shadows, and cast shadows work together to create expressive and atmospheric drawings. Perfect for beginners as well as returning students wanting to improve charcoal control and confidence.
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$49      
Granny Squares for Beginners

Granny Squares for Beginners

Saturday 27 June
Wallingford - 12pm - 3 Hours
Seattle Crochet Club
Abby Anderson
Learn the basics of crochet by creating a granny square! You'll learn common crochet stitches and techniques, including holding your hook and making color changes. All crochet materials, instruction, and a cafe drink are provided!
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$78       0 places left
Beginner Painting with Gouache

Beginner Painting with Gouache

Saturday 04 July
Western Ave - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Seattle Art Circle
Aditi Bhandari
Discover the rich, matte beauty of gouache painting in this beginner-friendly outdoor class. Students will learn how gouache differs from watercolor and acrylic, while exploring layering, opacity, blending, and color mixing. We'll work on simple compositions inspired by nature and the surrounding environment. This session is perfect for anyone curious about painting with bold color and expressive brushwork.
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$49      

Understanding Basic Perspective

Understanding Basic Perspective

Saturday 18 July
Western Ave near Olympic Sculpture Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Seattle Art Circle
Aditi Bhandari
Learn the foundations of perspective drawing and understand how artists create the illusion of depth and space. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces one-point and two-point perspective through simple urban sketching exercises and architectural forms. Students will explore horizon lines, vanishing points, and spatial relationships in a practical and approachable way. Ideal for anyone interested in sketching environments, buildings, or city scenes more confidently.
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$49      
Figure Drawing Class

Figure Drawing Class

Saturday 01 August
Western Ave - 10am - 2 Hours
Seattle Art Circle
Aditi Bhandari
This dynamic figure drawing class focuses on movement, gesture, and expressive line work. Through short timed poses and guided exercises, students will learn how to capture posture, proportion, and rhythm quickly and confidently. The emphasis is on observation and flow rather than detailed rendering. Suitable for beginners and intermediate artists looking to loosen up their drawing style and strengthen figure sketching fundamentals.
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$49      
Watercolor Painting & Layering (Intermediate)

Watercolor Painting & Layering (Intermediate)

Saturday 15 August
Western Ave near Olympic Sculpture Park - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Seattle Art Circle
Aditi Bhandari
Take your watercolor skills further through layering, glazing, and tonal depth. This intermediate session focuses on controlling transparency, building atmospheric color, and understanding how light passes through layered washes. Students will work on creating depth, texture, and stronger compositions while exploring more intentional color harmony. Ideal for returning watercolor students or confident beginners ready to level up.
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$49      

ABOUT BELLEVUE
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 Bellevue.

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

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    What a great event! Walking around Pike's Market to do street photography was a fun experience. Nkem was a wealth of knowledge. It was a great time getting to know the other participants and share different perspectives while photographing in the area.
    5/5
    Savannah
    2026-04-15
    It was great to meet people in the area who are interested in photography./
    5/5
    Georgina
    2026-01-19
    Very good experience. Appreciated the initial power point presentation. Leader was friendly and helpful.
    5/5
    MARK
    2025-08-24

    The class was informative with good videos.I can tell effort and thought was put into the presentation. I really enjoyed Nkem style - she asked our opinions and made it easy to engage.
    5/5
    Lorna
    2025-07-13
    Well organized. David Smith was great. Gave great tips and feedback.
    5/5
    Sonya
    2024-03-25
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Nkem O
    My name is Nkem and i'm a Seattle-based photographer originally from Texas, blending southern roots with a Pacific Northwest perspective. My work focuses on capturing real moments with honesty and quiet intention. whether through lifestyle, portrait, or documentary style images. I'm drawn to light, emotion, action and the inbetweens.

    PHOTOS
    Bellevue Photography Group
    2026-06-02
    Title or Location: This was taken in Marysville WA
    I was out shooting some photos of wildlife along the slough, and these two dead trees were there and I thought they were very interesting, like something out of a mystical world
    Credit: Ken Smith

    Bellevue Photography Group
    2026-06-02
    Title or Location: Chihuly glass garden Seattle
    At the Chihuly Museum of art I got into trouble of taking this photo because I was touching the glass (a large Black circle laying on the floor made from glass) and all I was doing is extending my arm on the big black rounds circle glass to take the photo and the guy told me that I was touching the glass. And really I wasn't touching the glass I didn't think so but he thought so but really I just wanted to know what it looked like upside down of the chandelier. So I hear it is and I will not era
    Credit: John delplain
    Bellevue Photography Group
    2026-05-29
    Title or Location: Mukilteo
    I went down to the water front to see if it was going to be a clear night, the ferry was leaving and it looked like a nice shot, I used a Pentax K3 III, with a 55/300 lens.https://kennethsmith.smugmug.com/
    Credit: Ken Smith

    Bellevue Photography Group
    2026-05-29
    Title or Location: Downtown Seattle
    Street photography is a relatively new experience for me having spent the majority of my recent time shooting wildlife. In an effort to expand my skill set, I spent time wandering Pike Place Market and thereabouts, capturing random photos of people. This was an off the cuff image as I was heading out. The gentleman turned at the perfect moment and gave me a knowing smile as I snapped the photo. I think I?ll do this more often.
    Credit: Ariston Collander
    Instagram: @aristonphotography

    Bellevue Photography Group
    2026-05-28
    Title or Location: Lower Antelope Canyon, AZ
    It was a narrow corridor inside the canyon. People queued for photo spots. I at the very end of the line looked around through the camera view finder. What a surprise, all of the people before me did the same pose with their phones. Now it becomes one of my favorite and memorable travel photos.
    Credit: Ken Lee
    Bellevue Photography Group
    2026-05-20
    Title or Location: Seattle waterfront
    On that hectic weekday, Seattle waterfront came alive with the constant stream of bicycles.
    Credit: Ken Lee

    Orange County Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: This Still Life Photograph of "Grapes, Strawberry's and Wine" was taken in my bedroom in Orange County California.
    This image is a Still Life Composition of "Berries, Wine and Grapes" that I created on a rainy day in my bedroom. I used no fancy Studio Lighting at all. My only light source was a hand-held flashlight that I kept moving rapidly. It was an experiment in Light Painting when I couldn't go outside to shoot.
    Credit: Gary Markarian

    Hertfordshire Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: Stanborough Lake
    The bird, location, background and the light complimented each other creating a scene that could not be neglected.
    Credit: Leszek Walczak
    Facebook: Lesswall photography
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: Dewitt, NY
    Blue Moon, DeWitt, NY 5/29/26 (OM System OM1 mkii w/ M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm)
    Credit: AT McLean

    Fremont Photography Group
    2026-05-31
    Title or Location: Hanksville, Utah
    Early morning drive to moonscape was worth it when I was able to capture first morning rays on the canyon walls.
    Credit: Niral Patel
    Instagram: Npatel.photos

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