Camp Info
| Ages: | 8–16 |
| Type: | Day |
| Month: | Spring, Summer |
| Gender: | Co-Ed |
| Setting: | City |
| Arts: | Fine Arts, Photography |
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Los Angeles, CA, USA
Photo Camp at Atwater Photo Workshops offers a welcoming, project-based introduction to photography. The atmosphere is creative, supportive, and exploratory, encouraging campers to experiment, ask questions, and develop their own style. Instruction balances fundamentals with playful discovery, so learning feels natural and engaging rather than rigid.
Campers work with real cameras and learn core concepts such as composition, lighting, focus, and storytelling. Lessons are paired with photo walks and themed challenges that help campers practice skills in real-world settings. Instructors provide clear guidance and thoughtful feedback, helping campers understand both the technical and artistic sides of photography.
This camp is a great fit for elementary- and middle-school-age kids, typically around ages 8–16, who enjoy creative projects and hands-on learning. Beginners benefit from step-by-step instruction and simple assignments, while more experienced campers are encouraged to refine techniques and experiment with perspective and editing. No prior photography experience is required—curiosity and willingness to explore are the only prerequisites.
What makes Photo Camp special is its emphasis on seeing differently. Campers learn to slow down, notice details, and express ideas visually. By the end of the program, kids leave with new skills, finished projects, and a stronger sense of creative confidence.
| Ages: | 8–16 |
| Type: | Day |
| Month: | Spring, Summer |
| Gender: | Co-Ed |
| Setting: | City |
| Arts: | Fine Arts, Photography |
| Dates | Days | Price | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 30 - Apr 3, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Jun 22 - Jun 26, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Jun 29 - Jul 3, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Jul 6 - Jul 10, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Jul 13 - Jul 17, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Jul 20 - Jul 24, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Jul 27 - Jul 31, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Aug 3 - Aug 7, 2026 | 5 | $675 | |
| Aug 10 - Aug 14, 2026 | 5 | $675 |
You won’t be charged yet. The camp will contact you to confirm all terms first.
Photo Camp is a day camp and does not offer overnight accommodation. Campers attend daily sessions and return home at the end of each day. The schedule is designed to provide a complete creative experience within daytime hours, with a mix of instruction, shooting time, and project work.
Clear routines and structured activity blocks help campers stay focused and comfortable throughout the day. Instructors guide transitions between lessons, photo walks, and studio time, ensuring a smooth flow and plenty of hands-on practice.
Safety is a priority during all Photo Camp activities. Campers are supervised by instructors during lessons, photo walks, and studio work. Clear expectations are set for equipment use, movement, and group behavior to maintain a safe learning environment.
Photo walks are carefully planned, and instructors keep groups together while teaching situational awareness. Cameras and related equipment are used responsibly under guidance. Emotional safety is also emphasized—campers are encouraged to share ideas, try new approaches, and learn from mistakes in a respectful, supportive space.
The activities program at Photo Camp centers on hands-on learning and creative exploration. Campers spend each day learning new photography concepts and immediately applying them through shooting assignments and projects. The pace is engaging but relaxed, allowing time to experiment and reflect.
Instruction covers the basics of camera use and composition while encouraging personal expression. Photo walks give campers opportunities to practice observing light, color, and storytelling in everyday scenes. Studio time and editing sessions help campers refine selections and understand how images come together as a series.
Collaboration and discussion are woven throughout the program. Campers learn to talk about images, share ideas, and support one another’s creative growth. Activities are adapted to different experience levels so everyone feels challenged and successful.
