Photography courses
Learn to Take Better Photos, From People Who Shoot for a Living
Practical photography courses and workshops for beginners, enthusiasts and business teams. Camera basics, light, composition and editing, taught by working photographers with plenty of time behind the camera.
PhotographyMost people learn photography backwards
Many people buy a good camera, leave it on auto and wonder why the photos look flat. Others watch hours of videos, learn the vocabulary of aperture and ISO, and still can't get a sharp, well-lit picture when it matters. The problem is rarely the gear. It's the lack of practice with feedback from someone who knows what to look for.
Businesses feel this too. Teams are expected to post fresh photos every week, but nobody has shown them how to light a product, frame a person or edit consistently. The result is a feed full of dark, crooked, mismatched images that make a good business look careless.
Short theory, lots of shooting, honest feedback
Our courses are built around practice. Each session explains one idea in plain language, then you go shoot it, then we review your photos together and show you exactly what to change. You learn faster when you see your own pictures improve from one exercise to the next.
We teach what we use every day on commercial, real estate, product and portrait jobs. For business teams we focus on what they will actually shoot: products, spaces, people and social content, with a simple, repeatable way to get consistent results with a phone or a camera.
Camera and phone fundamentals
Exposure, focus, white balance and the settings that matter, on the camera or phone you already own.
Light and composition
How to find good light, shape it and frame a subject so photos look intentional instead of accidental.
Editing that stays natural
A simple editing workflow for color, exposure and cropping, plus presets that keep a consistent look.
Field practice with feedback
Guided photo walks and hands-on exercises, with a review of your images after every session.
Recent work
Photos by the Mayab Media team.
What's included
- Courses for beginners, intermediate photographers and business teams
- Small groups or private sessions so everyone gets personal feedback
- Hands-on exercises and guided photo walks
- Review of your photos after each session
- Editing lessons with a practical, repeatable workflow
- Custom workshops for companies focused on product, space and social content
- Course notes and checklists to keep practicing on your own
- Options in Spanish or English
How it works
From first call to results
- 01
Choose your level
Tell us your experience, your gear and what you want to photograph, and we recommend the right course or workshop.
- 02
Learn the idea
Each session starts with one clear concept explained in plain language with real examples.
- 03
Shoot it
You practice right away with guided exercises, in the field or in the studio.
- 04
Get feedback
We review your photos together and show you what to change, so each session builds on the last.
Who this is for
- Beginners who want to get off auto mode and understand their camera
- Enthusiasts who want sharper, better-lit and better-composed photos
- Business owners and teams who create their own product, space and social photos
- Real estate agents, hosts and creators who need reliable photos between professional shoots
Services
More Photography services
Commercial Photography
Brand, website and ad photos of your real team and space, planned to fill every placement in your marketing.
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Bright, accurate interior, exterior and twilight listing photos, delivered in tour order.
Learn moreArchitectural Photography
Exterior, interior, twilight and detail photos of finished buildings for architects, builders, developers and hospitality.
Learn moreAirbnb & Rental Photos
Accurate Airbnb and vacation rental photos, with every amenity covered and a photo order built to book more nights.
Learn moreProduct Photography
White background, detail and lifestyle product photos built to Amazon, Shopify and Google Shopping specs.
Learn morePortraits & Headshots
Professional headshots, matching team portraits and personal brand photos for your website, LinkedIn and press.
Learn moreSpecial Projects
Campaigns, openings, books and multi-day productions, planned, directed and delivered end to end.
Learn morePhotography Courses
Hands-on courses and team workshops on camera basics, light, composition and editing, in Spanish or English.
You are hereFAQ
Questions we get a lot
Do I need a professional camera?
No. You can take most of our courses with any camera that has manual settings, and our phone photography workshops are built for the phone you already have. We'll tell you before you sign up whether your gear is a good fit for the course.
Are courses in Spanish or English?
Both. We teach in Spanish and in English, and private sessions or company workshops can be held in whichever language your group prefers.
Can you run a workshop for my team?
Yes. We design company workshops around what your team actually shoots, such as products, spaces, food, people or social content, and we can bring the workshop to your business.
How are the classes structured?
Each session mixes a short explanation, hands-on practice and a review of your photos. Groups are kept small so everyone gets time with the instructor and personal feedback on their work.
Ready to take better photos?
Tell us your level and what you want to shoot, and we'll recommend the right course or workshop.