National Portrait Gallery/American Art Museum By Smartphone

This photo safari offers a unique opportunity to capture both stunning artwork and extraordinary architectural spaces within the National Portrait Gallery and American Art Museum. Guided by a professional architectural photographer, you will learn to photograph portraits, contemporary art, sculptures, and the magnificent Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard with its gracefully undulating glass and steel roof. Through careful instruction, you will discover how to use natural light, framing, and composition to create images that rival the beauty of the originals. Whether using a late model smartphone or a camera, you will gain the skills to produce prints worthy of display in your home. The safari emphasizes practical techniques for photographing in museum environments, including managing light without flash or a tripod and capturing fine detail in both artwork and architecture. You will explore every corner of the museum, learning how to highlight textures, angles, and lighting for visually compelling results. This experience is suitable for all skill levels and provides the guidance to help you create professional-looking images while enjoying a relaxed and inspiring museum setting.