SANFORD
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 24 January
W Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771 - 3pm - 2 Hours
William McFarland
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.

In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$49      
Beginner Photography Class

Beginner Photography Class

Saturday 21 February
W Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771 - 2pm - 3.0 Hours
William McFarland
A friendly 3-hour beginner photography class covering camera basics (exposure, aperture, shutter speed), composition, and practical exercises to build confidence using your camera in the field.
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$98       4 places left
The City at Night

The City at Night

Saturday 07 March
W Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771 - 7pm - 2 Hours
William McFarland
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.

In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
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$49      

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Using Light & Shadow in Photography

Saturday 21 March
W Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771 - 3pm - 2 Hours
William McFarland
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.

Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!

In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
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$49      

Nearby Photography Groups

Composition in Disney's Animal Kingdom

Composition in Disney's Animal Kingdom

Saturday 24 January
Animal Kingdom - Rainforest Rd., Lake Buena Vista, - 10am - 2 Hours
Orlando Photography Group
Rebecca Kames
Must need valid admission NOT included in class fee!

Either a single day ticket or an annual passCome explore Animal Kingdom with your camera in hand!

Do you have family members that want to go from ride to ride and not stop to take pictures? Now is your chance to slow down with a group of like minded people to focus on photography only! Brush up on your manual settings while finding beautiful looked-over details of the park. Check out the live animals and the amazing detail of the architecture and scenes.

Must need valid admission NOT included in class fee! Either a single-day ticket or an annual pass.
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$49      
Learn Lightroom and Photoshop

Learn Lightroom and Photoshop

Saturday 07 February
Winter Garden Plant St market - 9am - 3 Hours
Orlando Photography Group
Rebecca Kames
Improve your photography by learning valid editing skills.This is a crash course on how to successfully use Lightroom and photoshop with your photography.Taking the photos is only half the battle now making them unique and come to life is an essential tool to learn in the photography world.Come and join us!
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$98       1 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 21 February
W 4th Ave, Mt Dora, - 9am - 3 Hours
Orlando Photography Group
Rebecca Kames
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$98       0 places left

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 24 January
W Highland St, Altamonte Springs, FL - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orlando Watercolor Group
Azure Kordick
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Watercolor for Beginners class. Immerse yourself in fundamental watercolor techniques, guided step-by-step by the host. Perfect for newcomers, this session focuses on blending, layering, and simple subjects to build confidence and creativity. Participants bring their own supplies.
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$49      
Four Seasons Tree For Beginners

Four Seasons Tree For Beginners

Saturday 24 January
W Highland St, Altamonte Springs, FL - 10am - 2 Hours
Orlando Art Group
Azure Kordick
Close out the year with a colorful Four Seasons Tree. This beginner-friendly acrylic session introduces simple layering and color-blocking techniques to represent each season on one canvas.
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$49      
Beginner Valentine's Day Themed Watercolor Cards

Beginner Valentine's Day Themed Watercolor Cards

Saturday 07 February
W Highland St, Altamonte Springs, FL - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orlando Watercolor Group
Azure Kordick
Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly session painting Valentine's Day themed watercolor cards. Create heartfelt designs with hearts, flowers, and messages using simple blending and layering techniques. Guided step-by-step by the host. Bring your own supplies.
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$49      

Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 28 February
W Highland St, Altamonte Springs, FL - 10am - 2 Hours
Orlando Watercolor Group
Azure Kordick
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Watercolor for Beginners class. Immerse yourself in fundamental watercolor techniques, guided step-by-step by the host. Perfect for newcomers, this session focuses on blending, layering, and simple subjects to build confidence and creativity. Participants bring their own supplies.
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$49       5 places left
Beginner Spring Watercolor Cards

Beginner Spring Watercolor Cards

Saturday 28 March
W Highland St, Altamonte Springs, FL - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orlando Watercolor Group
Azure Kordick
Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly session painting Spring watercolor cards. Create beautiful floral and nature designs using simple blending and layering techniques. Guided step-by-step by the host. Bring your own supplies.
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$49      
Watercolor for Beginners

Watercolor for Beginners

Saturday 11 April
W Highland St, Altamonte Springs, FL - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orlando Watercolor Group
Azure Kordick
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Watercolor for Beginners class. Immerse yourself in fundamental watercolor techniques, guided step-by-step by the host. Perfect for newcomers, this session focuses on blending, layering, and simple subjects to build confidence and creativity. Participants bring their own supplies.
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$49      

Watercolor Flowers for Beginners

Watercolor Flowers for Beginners

Saturday 25 April
W Highland St, Altamonte Springs, FL - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Orlando Watercolor Group
Azure Kordick
Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly session painting watercolor flowers. Create vibrant blooms using simple blending and layering techniques. Guided step-by-step by the host. Bring your own supplies.
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$49      
ABOUT SANFORD
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Sanford.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Sanford Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    I really appreciated the information. I had a good time and I look forward to exploring more opportunities and settings
    4/5
    Jane
    2025-11-10
    I thought the event was great. I just wished more people were able to show.
    5/5
    Roderick
    2025-10-26
    It was good to meet with fellow photographers and explore downtown Sanford.
    5/5
    Art
    2025-06-11

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    William McFarland
    Hey there!

    My name is Will, and I am a videographer, filmmaker and photographer. I graduated from Stetson University with a major in Digital Arts. I have technical certificants in "Digital Media Video Production" and "Digital Video Editing and Post-Production". I have over ten years experience with DSLR photography.

    I place a lot of value in art, collaboration, and education. We're going to build a little environment here in Sanford where students can learn from my experience, but also learn from each other as we experiment, critique and exercise our creativity. See you soon!

    William McFarland is available for private bookings

    Events, Portraits, Video Services

    PHOTOS
    Sanford Photography Group
    2025-07-18
    Title or Location: Reflections of an Iceberg in Greenland
    Took a boat trip through a Fjord in Greenland going to an Ice Fjord and was standing outside the boat looking at the natural beaty surrounding me and saw this iceberg that was going to be perfectly centered with an amazing background, sky and calm waters that would allow me to capture the reflection perfectly.I used my Google Pixel 8 Pro and did some minor saturation through an editing software.Additional specifics - f/2.0, 1/3817, 2.23mm and ISO42
    Credit: Hemant Ramachandra
    Facebook: hemant.ramachandra
    Instagram: hemant_rama

    Harrogate Photography Group
    2026-01-14
    Title or Location: Hampsthwaite
    I?ve always been fascinated by crows and I saw this one looking a bit spooky in the tree tops and took the shot. Olympus OMD EM1X 40-150 f2.8 pro @150mm ISO 200 F5 1/1000 sec -0.7ev
    Credit: James Lucks
    Facebook: James Lucks
    Ottawa Photography Group
    2026-01-14
    Title or Location: Dechenes Gatineau PQ
    Taken from our back deck. It lies 1500 light years from earth. A favourite of astrophotographers but very faint and difficult to capture. This was taken with a Dwarf Lab D 3 smart telescope. Two hours of 15 second exposure at a gain of 60. No AI editing tools were used in post processing.
    Credit: Rick

    Pensacola Photography Group
    2026-01-14
    Title or Location: I'm not sure where I took this photo. I think it may have been Destin, FL

    Credit: Chris Duval

    Victoria Photography Group
    2026-01-14
    Title or Location: Victoria, Vancouver Island, BC
    The Barred owl might be the most common species of owl in Vancouver island but it is a very rare optical sight. This beautiful specimen represents my first close encounter of the Strix kind in the 28 years I?ve lived in Victoria. Captured Monday 12, 2026 under steady rain
    Credit: Carlos Paniagua
    Facebook: Carlos Alberto Paniagua
    Atlanta Photography Club
    2026-01-12
    Title or Location: Lilburn Ga
    Taken early morning in Lilburn Georgia. Two Eastern Bluebirds fighting over the perch. Nikon z6iii Sigma 150-600
    Credit: Noel Jay
    Instagram: birdman.of.lilburn

    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2026-01-11
    Title or Location: Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens
    Went to the Cincinnati zoo last week. The eagles were the first exhibit we looked at. After taking a photo of the one in the water, I looked up and saw these 3 in line. Snapped a bunch of pictures just hoping all 3 would look in my direction, and this is the outcome.
    Credit: American Eagles
    Instagram: Nick at Night Photography

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