Instructor: Steve Giardini

Biography: Steve J. Giardini is a Bend-based professional outdoor photographer with over a decade of experience. Steve is an artist, educator, speaker, and photo workshop instructor. In addition to photography, his is resume includes 25+ years of community college teaching experience on a variety of subjects. Steve's photographs have been published in local, national and international magazines, and prints of his photos are on display in homes, businesses and art galleries around Oregon. You can view Steve's portfolio at https://stevegiardini.com

Classes by this instructor

Photography 101: Digital Camera Operations and Field Practice

Learn digital photography with professional photographer Steve J. Giardini. Explore the mechanics of photography, from camera controls like buttons and dials to creating photos from start to finish. Build hands-on camera experience in class and during a four-hour field session. Beginners and intermediate photo enthusiasts are welcome, and no prerequisites are required.
April 1-15, 2027 | 5:00pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Photography 102: File Management and Lightroom Editing

This course covers best practices for managing digital photo files and introduces basic Adobe Lightroom editing skills. Professional photographer Steve J. Giardini will help you develop a practical computer file management strategy to protect and organize your files and make them easier to find. Learn essential editing techniques to turn digital photos into beautiful images! The course also includes a 4-hour photography field session. All photo enthusiasts are welcome in this class!
April 20, 2027 to May 4, 2027 | 5:00pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend

Photography 103: Landscape Composition and Advanced Editing Techniques

Join professional photographer Steve J. Giardini and learn how to compose and edit nature and landscape photographs. This course will teach you best practices for composing dynamic and engaging photos. You will also learn advanced Adobe Lightroom editing techniques and skills. The course includes two, 4-hour field sessions.
May 11-25, 2027 | 5:00pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend