
Improve your Photography with Composition by Design
Discover the Urban Photographer's Guide: Unveiling Hidden Treasures in Cityscapes

Use Your Phone Like a Photographer
Dates: January 17 & 18, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM on January 17 (3 hours)
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM on January 18 (2 hours)
Unlock the full potential of your smartphone camera with our hands-on, two-day course. On January 17, you’ll learn exposure control, manual settings, and composition techniques, along with advanced tips like perfecting portrait mode. Day two focuses on using the free Google Snapseed app to edit and refine your photos like a pro. Whether shooting urban scenes, travel, portraits, or everyday moments, this class will help transform your snapshots into captivating art. Plus, participants receive a $75 Tutorial Guide E-Book to continue learning beyond the classroom.
Location: Indoor Classroom Instruction:
Lake Park Innovation Center ArtHouse Sisters
230 N Congress Avenue C-10
Lake Park, Fl 33403
( Back of building).
Cost: $175 (Includes E-Book Bonus Value of $75, total $225 value)
Early Bird Price: $150 (Register by January 5th to receive this discount)

Saint Augustine Photo Tours
Experience the past, frame the present, and seize the beauty of Saint Augustine!
Discover the best places to photograph in Saint Augustine. Take in the rich history and come away with your best ever photos on our fun and informative photography tours.
Patricia Bean, professional photographer will share her unique approach to creating photographs instead of just taking them. This approach to composition will elevate your photography to new heights.
Our two-hour walking tours cater to everyone, from casual enthusiasts to aspiring and professional photographers. Learn photography via the art of capturing the city’s essence, whether with a mobile phone, iPhone, or digital camera.
Take a journey through time as we uncover the hidden treasures and photograph iconic landmarks of Historic Saint Augustine, the nations oldest city. Whether you seek to refine your skills or simply learn new ones, our tours promise an unforgettable experience for all creative soul.


Mission:
Improving your photography with Patricia is learning to think and see differently.
All courses and workshops utilize the Composition by Design method It’s about creation through exploration, discovery, and applying compositional principles. Learning to use the camera as a problem-solving tool rather than a problem to solve…resulting in unique stand-out images.
With a series of self guiding questions, you’ll learn to move from simply documenting subjects to uncovering the hidden artistry within and around you.
The ultimate mission of the Patricia Bean Photography School is to empower photographers of all levels to fall in love with their craft and discover their unique visual voice through Patricia’s step-by-step method of Composition by Design.
Our teaching style nurtures creativity in composition, technical skill, and personal connection, helping you unlock photography’s profound potential as a universal language for personal expression.
This is achieved by providing a repeatable method that transcends the complexities of photographic technicalities, fostering confidence in each photographer.
Achieve Your Photographic Potential with our Photography School Courses and Workshops.
At Patricia Bean Photography School, you’ll embark on a transformative journey guided by a passionate instructor who believes in the dual power of photography as an accessible creative endeavor and a powerful language. Here’s what you can expect to achieve:
1. Accessibility and Encouragement:
We create an inclusive environment where everyone can explore photography, regardless of skill level. Our approach demystifies technical aspects, instilling confidence and enthusiasm in beginners.
2. Creativity and Expression:
Discover photography as a means of personal expression. We inspire you to experiment with different styles, techniques, and perspectives, helping you develop your unique voice and vision.
3. Technical Skills:
Learn essential principles like composition, lighting, and camera settings. Our balanced approach ensures you gain the skills to elevate your photography while staying creative and enthusiastic.
4. Photography as Communication:
Understand photography as a powerful language. We teach you to think critically about the messages and emotions your images convey, guiding you to create impactful, resonant photographs.
5. Continuous Learning:
We promote lifelong learning, encouraging and supporting you to experiment, stay curious, and embrace new techniques and technologies for ongoing growth as a photographer.
Work With Patricia
Becoming an accomplished photographer is a journey filled with unique challenges, but it is also an immensely rewarding pursuit. By embracing creativity, developing a distinct style, overcoming fear, mastering technical aspects, and finding balance, you can navigate these obstacles and unlock the true potential of your photographic vision. Remember, every image you capture is a testament to your unique view of the world, and with perseverance, passion, and a willingness to learn, you can create compelling images that truly resonate with both yourself and your audience.