Capturing Nature Through the Lens: A Full-Day Photography Workshop with Wayne Pope
July 12 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Capturing Nature Through the Lens: A Photography Workshop with Wayne Pope
Saturday, July 12, 2025
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center
Sharpen your photography skills and immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world with Wayne Pope, a professional nature photographer and adjunct faculty member at Lansing Community College, where he teaches photography. This full-day workshop is designed for both beginners and experienced photographers looking to refine their skills. This hands-on session will guide participants through the art of capturing the beauty of the natural world—whether using a digital camera or smartphone.
What to Expect:
Classroom Learning: Explore the fundamentals of photography, including camera types, composition techniques, depth of field, and lighting to elevate your nature shots.
Field Experience: Put your knowledge into action with a guided photo session at a local nature preserve, where Wayne will offer expert tips on framing, perspective, and capturing wildlife and landscapes in real time.
Lunch Provided: Enjoy a break and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts over a provided meal.
With years of experience as an educator and photographer, Wayne brings expert insights and personalized guidance to help you see nature through a new lens—whether you’re using a digital camera or smartphone.
What to Bring:
A digital camera or smartphone with camera capabilities, comfortable walking shoes, and a passion for nature photography!
Limited spots available—register today to secure your place!
Class Fee: $50 per person, includes full day of instruction, lunch and refreshments.
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online.
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ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR:
Wayne Pope – As a college photography instructor, I help students reach their career goals. My teaching slogan is, “Keeping Your Interests At Heart.” As a business owner of Pope Photo Tours, I provide quality photo safaris that are safe, afforable and fun. As a photo workshop presenter, I provide easy-to-understand, visually-oriented lectures and one-to-one instruction to students in the field.
I have self-published two books: “Birds of Michigan” and “My Favorite Facebook Photos”. I was trained as a Chinese-Mandarin interpreter in the U.S. Army and have a minor degree in Chinese Language from MSU. As a photojournalist, I write and photograph articles for The Lansing State Journal, Michigan-Out-Of-Doors, Michigan Living and Michigan Audubon Society magazines. I am a poet and have been published in Washington Square Review.
