Newport & Jamestown
Castle Hill · Brenton Point · Beavertail State Park
On-site lesson · 2.5 hours
The Coastal Golden Hour Experience
A private outdoor workshop at Rhode Island's most photogenic coastline. Justin teaches a technique, you shoot it immediately, he refines it with you — that's the whole method, and it works.
- Manual mode, mastered where it matters — in changing sunset light
- Composition that turns snapshots into wall-worthy prints
- Filters, panoramas & bracketing — pro tools, demystified
- Free follow-up editing session to polish your shots
$149/ session
Tailored to your skill level · bring a friend free · 48-hr weather rescheduling
Live on Zoom
any camera brand · anywhere in the world
Online lesson · 90 minutes
Master Your Camera From Home
The same 1-on-1 attention, from your couch. Two focused curricula — pick the one that matches where you are today.
- Set up your new camera right — from unboxing to first shots
- Navigate menus, modes & buttons with confidence
- Master focus, stabilization & RAW vs JPEG basics
- Free follow-up editing session included
$99/ session
Any DSLR or mirrorless · flexible evening and weekend slots
Anywhere in your area
custom location scouting · your schedule
On-site lesson · your town · 2.5 hours
Your Town, Your Lesson
Not near the coast? Justin comes to you. He'll scout a scenic location in your area — a park, a river, a backroad — and build the same golden-hour lesson around it.
- Custom location scouting near your home
- The full coastal curriculum, adapted to your landscape
- Flexible scheduling to match your availability
- Free follow-up editing session included
$149/ session
Tailored to your skill level · bring a friend free · 48-hr weather rescheduling
“Moments later I was able to replicate his techniques on the spot — and the results had me saying ‘Wow, I took that!’”
Greg B. — Cumberland, RI · Read all student reviews
The kind of shots we’ll chase
Photos taken where you’ll be standing
Every image below was shot at the exact locations used for on-site lessons.
Newport Bridge from Taylor Point
Castle Hill Lighthouse, Newport
Golden hour on the RI coast
New England autumn backroads
Your instructor
Justin Leveillee
Professional landscape photographer, Rhode Island coastal specialist, and the kind of teacher students describe as “learning from a friend rather than sitting through a formal class.” Every lesson is built around what you already know.
- Professional Landscape Photographer
- Rhode Island Coastal Photography Specialist
- 1-on-1 Instruction Expert
Quick answers
- I am a total beginner with digital cameras. Which photography lesson is best for me?
- Every lesson I offer is tailored specifically to your skill level and knowledge, so you can choose any lesson and I will be sure to cover everything you need to know to start out on the right foot. I am here to help you learn at your pace and use that knowledge to help you shoot amazing photos!
- What if the weather is bad?
- On-site lessons require 48-hour notice to reschedule due to weather. We'll work together to find the best conditions for your photography experience.
- Could my spouse/friend/child accompany me for my lesson?
- Of course! While my lessons are intended for a single individual, you are more than welcome to bring someone else to experience your journey to photographic proficiency.
- Do you provide any assistance after the lesson?
- Yes! I offer a free follow-up via video chat to help you learn the basics of editing your photos using programs such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Do you offer photography classes or workshops for groups?
- I have found that the most effective way to teach someone photography is in a one-on-one environment where I can show you a technique and watch you utilize it immediately. I can provide instant feedback and help guide you towards an amazing shot. In a classroom environment or in a YouTube video, the ability to "learn it, then try it" is difficult to achieve and lacks the value of personal instruction.
- What's your cancellation policy?
- On-site lessons require 48 hours notice for cancellation. Online lessons require 2 hours notice. This allows us to reschedule and ensure you get the most out of your lesson.
Limited sunset slots each week
Your best photo hasn’t been taken yet.
Pick your lesson, pick your evening, and let’s go make it.