About us
Capital Photography Center offers the perfect blend of expertise, convenience, and personalized learning that will take your photography skills to the next level.
Founded in 2012 by Marie Joabar, a veteran in photography education, Capital Photography Center has a long-standing reputation in the Metro DC area for the quality and effectiveness of our classes.
With class sizes limited to 8 to 10 students, you'll receive the individual attention you need to learn at whatever level you’re at.
Theory is important but nothing beats hands-on experience. Our in-the-field classes take you to exciting locations across the DC area, from urban landscapes to nature settings.
From basic to advanced, from capture to edit, we've got you covered!
Class topics Offered:
-Photo basics to get you off auto mode
-Specialized classes in portrait, landscape, nature, street, and night photography as well as many other topics.
-Post-processing (editing) classes in Lightroom and Photoshop
-Flash and studio lighting and techniques
-Smartphone photography to tap into your creative side
-And more!
When you take a class with us, you're not just gaining knowledge - you're joining a community of passionate photographers. Share experiences, make connections, and find inspiration among like-minded individuals.
We look forward meeting you in a class or a Private Session and helping you along your photographic journey!
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Photo Class: Getting Started In Real Estate Photography
Centreville, not sure yet, MD, USTHIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER
PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE REGISTER WITH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER:
https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-03-21-getting-started-in-real-estate-photographyLearn the basics of Real Estate Photography and start developing a strong set skills in this field.
Tammy will take you through a variety of methods that are used in Real Estate- including lighting and HDR issues (high dynamic range). We will also focus on composition theory and how it applies to spaces as well as various methods for dealing with lighting areas in a home from simple to more challenging.Topics include:
- How to approach the house
- Standard shot list
- Camera angles for interior shots
- Composition rules with Real Estate
- Methods to balance indoor shots with window light
- Lighting conditions for exteriors in daylight and twilight
- Color accuracy and color casts
- Tips and tricks for dynamic photos
- Gear recommendations from simple equipment for a basic shoot and options for upgrading
- Camera and exposure settings
- And more
After the discussion portion, we’ll have a hands-on practice session taking photos of a beautifully styled home.
Tammy will share a lot of valuable information. There is a very active Real Estate Photography community and Tammy will introduce you to various paths for getting involved and learning more.Also, give a look to what you might expect at the class in this YouTube video that Tammy made.
Any camera will do, but for best results we recommend a digital SLR camera or a mirrorless camera with manual exposure controls with a wide-angle lens (10-20mm for digital DX SLR's, 12-24 mm for full frame/FX SLR's), a circular polarizer filter, an external flash unit if you have one, and a sturdy tripod with adjustable head.
It's recommended that you have knowledge of exposure basics and can adjust the exposure settings with your camera. If not, consider taking the Photo Basics - Getting Off Auto class first.
Questions can be directed to Marie Joabar at info@capitalphotographycenter.com.
Class Limit: 8-10***
• Important to know
THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER
Pre-Registration is required. https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-03-21-getting-started-in-real-estate-photography2 attendees
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