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Painting with Light Mastering the Long Exposure

Painting with Light Mastering the Long Exposure

Saturday 25 July
Sango - 9pm - 3 Hours
Michael Poteete
Light painting is one of the most rewarding and hands-on forms of photography. It allows you to step into the frame and literally paint light onto your subject, creating images that are impossible to capture any other way. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your night photography skills, this session will demystify the gear and the technical side behind the magic.

What we will explore

The Foundation
Mastering long-exposure settings and manual camera control in low-light conditions.

The Toolkit
A deep dive into light sources, from standard flashlights to specialised modifiers and DIY light brushes.

Layering Light
Starting with simple single-source techniques and progressing to more complex, multi-source light sculpting to make your subjects stand out.
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$98.00      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 06 June
Bicentennial Mall area - 1pm - 3.0 Hours
Nashville Photography Society
Crystal Molina
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? This hands-on class will cover camera basics including shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and composition. We'll put these concepts into practice with guided exercises around the Bicentennial Mall area, making this a great session for anyone new to photography or looking to build confidence with their camera. Suitable for beginners.
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$98       0 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 11 July
Bicentennial Mall area - 1pm - 3.0 Hours
Nashville Photography Society
Crystal Molina
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? This hands-on class will cover camera basics including shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and composition. We'll put these concepts into practice with guided exercises around the Bicentennial Mall area, making this a great session for anyone new to photography or looking to build confidence with their camera. Suitable for beginners.
book now
$98       5 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 25 July
Bicentennial Mall area - 1pm - 3.0 Hours
Nashville Photography Society
Crystal Molina
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? This hands-on class will cover camera basics including shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and composition. We'll put these concepts into practice with guided exercises around the Bicentennial Mall area, making this a great session for anyone new to photography or looking to build confidence with their camera. Suitable for beginners.
book now
$98       5 places left

Other Nearby Groups

Watercolor People Meetup

Watercolor People Meetup

Saturday 06 June
Bells Bend / Whites Creek - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Nashville Watercolor Group
Linda Patrick
Join a welcoming community of fellow artists and enthusiasts, where you can share ideas, gain insights, and create beautiful watercolor portraits together.
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$60      
Mandala Art

Mandala Art

Saturday 06 June
Brentwood Town Center - 4:02pm - 2 Hours
Nashville Art Group
Helene Atkins
A mandala is a complex abstract design that is usually circular in form. In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating beautiful and intricate mandala designs. You will be guided through the process of drawing mandalas, with a focus on the different elements that make up these stunning circular designs. We will cover topics such as symmetry, patterns, repetition, and color, as well as provide you with step-by-step instructions to create your own mandalas. You will learn techniques for creating intricate designs using simple shapes and patterns.
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$49      
Perspective Drawing

Perspective Drawing

Saturday 27 June
Brentwood Town Center - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Nashville Art Group
Helene Atkins
Perspective drawing is a technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surfaceIn this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of perspective.Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of perspective.Perfect for anyone wanting to learn or perfect perspective.
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$49       5 places left

Mandala Art

Mandala Art

Saturday 11 July
Brentwood Town Center - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Nashville Art Group
Helene Atkins
A mandala is a complex abstract design that is usually circular in form. In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating beautiful and intricate mandala designs. You will be guided through the process of drawing mandalas, with a focus on the different elements that make up these stunning circular designs. We will cover topics such as symmetry, patterns, repetition, and color, as well as provide you with step-by-step instructions to create your own mandalas. You will learn techniques for creating intricate designs using simple shapes and patterns.
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$49      
Perspective Drawing

Perspective Drawing

Saturday 25 July
Brentwood Town Center - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Nashville Art Group
Helene Atkins
Perspective drawing is a technique used in art to create the illusion of depth and three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surfaceIn this workshop, we will explore the art of creating depth and dimension in your drawings through the use of perspective.Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of perspective.Perfect for anyone wanting to learn or perfect perspective.
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$49      
Landscape Watercolour Meetup

Landscape Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 08 August
Bells Bend / Whites Creek - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Nashville Watercolor Group
Linda Patrick
Join us to paint landscapes in watercolour. Capture the beauty of nature and local scenes. All skill levels welcome.
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$60      

Flowers Watercolour Meetup

Flowers Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 22 August
Bells Bend / Whites Creek - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Nashville Watercolor Group
Linda Patrick
During this meetup, participants will have the chance to explore the captivating world of floral watercolour painting. Perfect for all skill levels.
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$60      
Pumpkin Zentangle Watercolour Meetup

Pumpkin Zentangle Watercolour Meetup

Saturday 03 October
Bells Bend / Whites Creek - 10am - 2.0 Hours
Nashville Watercolor Group
Linda Patrick
Join us for a creative Pumpkin Zentangle meetup using watercolours. Perfect for all skill levels in a relaxed setting.
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$60      
ABOUT CLARKSVILLE
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Clarksville.

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Clarksville Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    Michael was an awesome instructor. I was able to learn more in 3 hours than I have ever learned about my camera.
    5/5
    Cynthia
    2026-05-20
    I was extremely impressed! The instructor was very informative. He was considerate and knowledgeable. I am looking forward to more opportunities to learn from him.
    5/5
    Teresa Blue
    2025-12-21
    I loved that I felt I got one on one time. That was important to me!
    5/5
    Lisa
    2024-10-15

    Very knowledgeable instructor. Enjoyed it very much
    5/5
    Mary
    2024-07-09
    This was a helpful and fun event. Chelsea was so easy to work with and Johnny has lots of tips and tricks. Loved the small group giving more one on one instruction.
    5/5
    Jennifer
    2024-06-11
    Johnnie did a great job guiding us through the park, finding good subject matter, and brought reflectors and lighting so we could try different shots of the same subject and learn about the effects. Great learning event, thank you!
    5/5
    Grace
    2024-06-08

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Michael Poteete
    For more than 10 years photography has been my passion; capturing beautiful landscapes, emotional fine art still life, and interesting architectural images to hang on my walls or share with the world. My journey from novice to now has seen many milestones and lessons learned. I truly believe we never stop learning and I try to pass that same attitude onto those around me. What started as a simple hobby has turned into an enduring passion that I love to share with the world.

    Michael Poteete is available for private bookings

    This is where more granular focus can be made on specific techniques such as lighting, bracketing and importantly post production in Photoshop, Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw. Learn a full workflow from scouting to shoot and finally post processing your images so they can hang on your walls.

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    PHOTOS
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2025-06-16
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2026-05-21
    Title or Location: Shelbyville, KY
    I drive by this abandoned house often while on my work travels and was always trying to get the shot of this house. This view is me sitting at a stop light and trying to shoot before the light turned green. The only time I was grateful for heavy traffic! Shot with a Canon EOS 6D MKII - 35mm, F/11, 1/320sec, ISO 640.
    Credit: Jeremy Wilkinson
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2024-08-12

    Clarksville Photography Group
    2026-04-29
    Title or Location: Portland Tennessee

    Credit: Michael Miller
    Instagram: Michaelmillerphotography
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2024-08-12
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2026-04-11
    Title or Location: Near Bishop California
    IR image 720 nm. Nikon D70 with Nikon 18-70 f3.5-4.5 G.
    Credit: Mickey Wilson

    Clarksville Photography Group
    2024-08-12
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2026-04-08
    Title or Location: HWY 79 entering Dover Tn
    I took this photo on March 29 around 5:30 a.m. while I was out shooting for a school assignment. I wasn?t even planning to photograph this scene yet. I was still getting set up and getting ready to enjoy some coffee over at my best friend?s house.Out of nowhere, a TVA barge came through, cutting across the river and completely changing the scene. I had to move fast, get my camera set, and take the shot before the moment passed.What I really liked about it was how the barge lit up the riv
    Credit: PJ Perez
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Clarksville Photography Group
    2026-04-04
    Title or Location: Downtown Clarksville, TN
    I took my newest drone out for it's maiden flight(DJI Mini 5 Pro). Set the camera in auto, and let her rip! Hard to get a bad shot with such a gorgeous subject
    Credit: Clarksville Drone Guy
    Facebook: Clarksville Drone Guy
    Instagram: Clarksville Drone Guy
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2026-04-04
    Title or Location: Sunrise over the river Downtown Nashville TN

    Credit: Michael Miller 6292509580
    Instagram: Michaelmillerphotography

    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Orange County Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: This Still Life Photograph of "Grapes, Strawberry's and Wine" was taken in my bedroom in Orange County California.
    This image is a Still Life Composition of "Berries, Wine and Grapes" that I created on a rainy day in my bedroom. I used no fancy Studio Lighting at all. My only light source was a hand-held flashlight that I kept moving rapidly. It was an experiment in Light Painting when I couldn't go outside to shoot.
    Credit: Gary Markarian
    Wollongong Photography Group
    2026-05-12

    Hertfordshire Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: Stanborough Lake
    The bird, location, background and the light complimented each other creating a scene that could not be neglected.
    Credit: Leszek Walczak
    Facebook: Lesswall photography
    Sacramento Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2026-06-01
    Title or Location: Dewitt, NY
    Blue Moon, DeWitt, NY 5/29/26 (OM System OM1 mkii w/ M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm)
    Credit: AT McLean

    Eastbourne Photography Group
    2026-05-12
    Fremont Photography Group
    2026-05-31
    Title or Location: Hanksville, Utah
    Early morning drive to moonscape was worth it when I was able to capture first morning rays on the canyon walls.
    Credit: Niral Patel
    Instagram: Npatel.photos
    Columbia Photography Group
    2026-05-12

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