EDUCATION

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  • "The most fun I've had with a class in forever."

    Kevin Hoag
    Unlocking Creativity & Creating Visual Narratives

  • "The course was heartfelt and genuine. I received real and actionable feedback that really helped me along my photography journey."

    Leticia Wilson
    Finding Your Voice: Developing a Personal Project

  • "Thank you for organizing and offering this amazing workshop!"

    Susan Kae Grant
    The Photobook: Advocacy and Social Justice

  • "The instructor has a vast area of expertise and is generous with sharing it."

    Victoria Pasley
    Understanding Light Metering and Exposure

  • "I leaned a great deal in such a small amount of time. Kristy is a wonderful teacher. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and I truly enjoyed all of the classes."

    Kate Klimist
    Photography I

  • "I really enjoyed the class. It has encouraged me to keep working on my Lightroom skills."

    Alice Gates
    Lightroom I

Courses & Workshops

  • Photography Basics & Workflow

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  • Fine Art & Creative Thinkinging

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  • Street & Documentary

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  • Short Workshops

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  • Portraiture

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Natan Dvir, Managing Director of Education

Meet our Instructors

Our instructors are accomplished practicing artists, journalists, documentarians, educators, and historians. Their courses offer a rich representation of the field of photography.

Facilities & Services

  • HCP offers private lessons at a rate of $125 an hour. Click here to book your desired number of private lessons. Once your payment is received, we will connect you with one of our instructors who best fits your interests and availability. Please email us at education@hcponline.org with any questions or inquiries.

  • HCP offers portfolio reviews at a rate of $125 an hour. Click here to book your portfolio review. Once your payment is received, we will connect you with the HCP staff member of your choice to schedule your portfolio review at your comfort. Please email us at education@hcponline.org with any questions or inquiries.

  • Critique Groups offer a space for HCP members to give and receive feedback on their photographic practice. Learn more.

  • HCP’s Digital Lab offers a professional working environment for active members and students to produce their artistic work. Learn more.

  • Our Critique Room & Studio is utilized for seminar and/or lighting courses & workshops and is also available to rent. Learn more.

  • HCP’s John Clearly Library is currently closed to the public. We anticipate reopening the library in 2025. Learn more.

Additional Information

  • education@hcponline.org
    (713) 529-4755 ext 104
    Mon-Fri, 10 AM to 5 PM

  • Review HCP’s academic calendar, class policies, and refund policy.

  • Find your answers among this list of frequently asked questions about enrolling in courses and workshops and managing your registrations. In addition, we recommend that registered students review this useful information before the date of their first class.

  • Give the gift of knowledge with an HCP Education gift card. Gift cards of varying values can be applied to courses, workshops, private lessons, and portfolio reviews. Purchase a Gift Card.

Student Exhibitions

 
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Students enjoy the opportunity of exhibiting their work at HCP and celebrating their images with our community as part of the annual juried exhibition Learning Curve.

For more info on opportunities to show your work, see HCP calls for entry.