© Maggie Taylor

SFW Perspectives are live online webinar programs from our most esteemed photography and writing instructors. These creative artists set a high bar with their ability to captivate an audience—offering insights, unique perspectives, and a masterful command of language. These programs are designed to expand your technical skills as well as your personal vision.

You can engage in these programs even if you can’t make one or more of the live presentations. Paid participants have access to recordings of these online presentations for one month following the live event.

with Lindsay Silverman

May 6 and 8, 2025
Build a solid foundation and refine your ongoing love of birds by learning the techniques essential for capturing memorable bird photos as well as the aesthetic, fine-art aspects of this popular niche in photography.
Tuition
$195.00
Tuition
$195.00

with Frances Jakubek

May 17, 2025
In this new online seminar, we consider the impact of installation strategies—placement, spacing, lighting, and architectural context—and how they shift the way art communicates.
Tuition
$75.00
Tuition
$75.00

with Pei Ketron

May 31, 2025
Learn the fundamentals of travel photography, from strategic itinerary planning to make the most of natural light to mastering the technical essentials of shooting with an iPhone in this one-day online class.
Tuition
$195.00
Tuition
$195.00

with Heather Evans Smith

June 3 and 5, 2025
Heather Evans Smith guides participants through her photographic storytelling methodology, sharing with participants valuable insights and inspiration for crafting their own unique narratives that are enhanced by color and memory.
Tuition
$295.00
Tuition
$295.00

with Shanyn Fiske

June 11, 2025
From her studio in Philadelphia, Shanyn Fiske leads participants through a full demo shoot with a professional model and makeup artist, taking you inside the process of building an exceptional professional model portfolio.
Tuition
$195.00
Tuition
$195.00

with Amy Touchette

September 20 and 27, 2025
In this online seminar spanning over two live sessions, Ami Touchette, a New York City-based photographer known for her compelling street portraits, explains the essential steps to running a successful crowdfunding campaign for your photography book.
Tuition
$195.00
Tuition
$195.00

with Ella Morton

October 21 and 23, 2025
Explore mordançage’s transformative effects on both black-and-white and color prints and film, while also examining its role in the ongoing “analog resurgence” with Canadian visual artist and filmmaker Ella Morton.
Tuition
$195.00
Tuition
$195.00

with Laura Pannack

November 8, 2025
This online workshop focuses on building a sustainable creative process, guiding you through planning techniques, mindset shifts, and creative tools that encourage artistic flow regardless if you’re developing a long-term photo essay or simply experiencing a lull in inspiration.
Tuition
$75.00
Tuition
$75.00

with Shelley Vandegrift

January 10, 2026
Shelley Vandegrift guides students through the unique features of Adobe Lightroom Mobile to adjust lighting, contrast, and color as well as exploring Superimpose, Distressed FX+, and other apps that offer simple, effective tools to modify and combine content into unique artistic images.
Tuition
$195.00
Tuition
$195.00