October 17–24, 2026 @ Johnson County Center for the Arts
Mountain City, TN–Photographers ready to take their skills to a new level can learn to move beyond snapshots and take creative control of their images through an advanced photography course offered Oct. 17 and 24 at the Johnson County Center for the Arts in Mountain City.
Retired military combat photographer and journalist Chris Durney is set to help SLR enthusiasts learn high-end skills, tricksand settings during three-hour sessions.The first session Oct. 17 begins at 11a.m. while the Oct. 24 session starts at 2p.m.Interested photographers can find out more athttps://www.johnsoncountycenterforthearts.org/classes.
During the classes students explore the tools and techniques that transform good photographs into compelling images. Topics include:
•A review of digital SLR camera functions;
•Understanding lens options and selecting better lenses for your needs;
•Making the transition from automatic settings to manual control;
•Mastering the Exposure Triangle: Light, Shutter Speed, and ISO Sensitivity;
•Using Depth of Field creatively;
•Principles of strong composition;
•Working with natural and artificial light;
•Finding extraordinary images in everyday subjects;
•Developing photographic assignments to complete before the second session.
The second class Oct. 24 will focus on reviewing participants' submitted photographs in a relaxed, supportive, and constructive environment. Through discussion and feedback, students will gain valuable insights into both technique and creative expression while learning from one another's work.
This class is ideal for photographers who are familiar with their camera and want to gain confidence shooting in manual mode while developing a more intentional and artistic approach to image-making.
The Johnson County Center for the Arts is located at 129 West Main Street, Mountain City, TN 37683. (423) 460-3313, cristy@jocoartcenter.org
Category: Workshop