In person · anywhere in Rhode Island · 2.5 hours
Your
Town
A private photography lesson close to home. I scout a spot near you, a waterfall, a mill pond, a beach or a back road, and build the lesson around it.
Made all over Rhode Island
There's a great photo closer than you think
Mills, beaches, forests, ruins and lighthouses. Every one of these was made in Rhode Island, away from Newport and Jamestown.
How it works
I come to you
Book and pick your town
Choose your town and the days and times that suit you.
Tell me about a spot
Optional. If there's a place you've always wanted to shoot, let me know.
I scout and plan
I find the best spot near you and time the lesson for good light there.
We shoot together
About 2.5 hours, one-on-one, with you working your own camera the whole time.
What you'll learn
The full lesson, built around your landscape
The same lesson as Coastal Clicks, adapted to whatever's near you. I start from what you already know.
Control your camera
Stop guessing at settings.
- Manual modeFull control of exposure, in whatever light we find
- Lens choiceWhich focal length tells the story you want
- FiltersPolarizers for reflections, ND filters for silky water
Compose like a pro
Turn snapshots into photos worth printing.
- Balance and placementWhere to put the horizon and the subject
- ForegroundsRocks, leaves and paths that pull people into the frame
- Intimate detailsFinding the small scene inside a big one
Pro techniques
The tools behind dramatic landscapes.
- Moving waterWaterfalls, streams and waves, frozen or smoothed
- PanoramasStitching several frames into one wide view
- BracketingBright skies and dark shadows in one image
From in-person students
“What really stood out was how he tailored the lesson to my existing knowledge. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, he took the time to understand what I already knew and adjusted the content accordingly.”
★★★★★ Jamie T., Smithfield RI · Coastal Clicks lesson
“I can now travel to almost anywhere and take photos that are miles better than I was able to do before.”
★★★★★ Greg B., Cumberland RI · Coastal Clicks lesson
What to bring
Your camera and a tripod
Bring:Camera with manual modeWide-angle lensSturdy tripodMemory cardsLayers
Nice to have:Polarizing filterND filterRemote shutter releaseExtra batteries
Missing a tripod or a wide-angle lens? Tell me when you book and I'll help you sort it out before the lesson.
Before you book
Common questions
How far will you travel?
Anywhere in Rhode Island except Block Island, with no travel fee. The price is the same $149 as Coastal Clicks.
What if I don't know a good spot near me?
That's my job. Tell me your town and I'll find a spot worth shooting and plan the lesson around it.
What time of day are these lessons?
Any time that suits you. Pick your preferred time when you book, and I'll tell you what the light will be doing at your spot.
What if the weather is bad?
We'll reschedule. You can move the lesson free of charge with 48 hours' notice.
Can someone come along with me?
Of course. The lesson is built for one person, but you're welcome to bring a spouse, friend or child along.
What happens after the lesson?
You get a free follow-up video call where we edit the photos you made in Lightroom or Photoshop. If you want to keep going after that, online Custom Sessions pick up right where the follow-up leaves off.
Live near Jamestown or Newport? See Coastal Clicks, the sunset lesson on the coast →
Let's find the shot near you.
Pick your town and the days that suit you. I'll confirm the spot and the date with you personally.