I took the Digital Cameras I class for the second time (took it first 5 years ago but never…read morefollowed through to buy a digital camera) with Chris Sanchez. It was crazy fun, and a wonderful introduction to the basics of a digital camera. I once again rented from BPW. I went for a Fuji mirrorless, since poking around had shown glowing reviews from professional photographers. Silly me! It was heavy and control-glutted. Not the camera for somebody who's new to digital photography. Fortunately, Chris saw me getting frustrated, so he swapped the Fuji out for a Nikon Z50 mirrorless. It wasn't perfect for me (I don't like how you can easily bump the "zoom" button on the monitor with your nose or finger and wind up with a WTF moment where you have no idea why you're suddenly looking at the subject super closeup. Also, the monitor is very funky: it blinks on and off constantly when you're trying to choose a setting or look at the display to review your photos). But it was miles easier to use than the Fuji, so word to the wise if you're new to digital, get baffled by too many controls, and/or don't like a super heavy camera; see if you can rent a mirrorless Nikon instead, if they have any to rent out. If not, try Borrow Lenses in Waltham. I'm renting a Nikon Z50 from them now. Anyway, more to the point, Chris is a remarkably good teacher. He breaks things down in uber simple terms, and then repeats himself when he says something that's important to remember, so it really sinks in and is easy to comprehend. I really enjoyed the actual shooting, too. We walked around shooting texture inside the studio building, since it was a rainy day. Playing with exposure, ISO and aperature really brought the lecture materials to life in a visceral way. His emphasis on underexposing a scene is so helpful: You can really see colors get richer and more saturated when you do that. It was a wonderful experience shooting in manual and seeing why you'd want to do that: your photos can really pop. I've already taken Chris's Digital Cameras II class, which delves into lenses and focus, as well as nighttime photography with Aaron. Those two workshops were just as excellent as Digital Camera I. I will absolutely take more workshops. First, though, I need to actually commit to a camera and buy it!

I just took the Digital Cameras I class with Haley, and it was a great experience. The class…read morecovered everything you need to get you shooting in manual mode, and to learn the basics of your camera. Haley was an excellent instructor who took time to answer everyone's questions while still covering all of the material. I'd definitely recommend this class to anyone looking to get into photography, and will seriously consider some of their other classes in the future!

Vail was amazing to work with. She picked up on my first call and quickly explained her services…read moreand which might be the best for my use case. The shoot went great, she was super receptive to what I was looking for and immediately knew how to get the affect. On top of that she's just a great human, making the whole process enjoyable. Very happy with my shots, I wanted something a little more experimental than a simple headshot for an editorial piece and she nailed it.

From a quick response to my inquiry, to explaining the process and giving great instructions while…read morein front of the camera, Vail is an all-around professional. I had trepidation about having a headshot done but Vail calmed my nerves and the session was great! I'm SO happy with the finished photos! If you need a professional headshot, hire Vail. DO it, you'll be amazed at the result.

Attended the class on 8/27/11 in Boston in the Radisson Hotel. Being a beginner DSLR owner with a…read moreNikkon D3000, this was a great class to attend. Learned all about aperture, ISO, and shutter speed and how to manipulate each one to get the best shot. The agenda/layout of the class was also highly professional in that Okello has two large screens setup, 1 as a powerpoint presentation type slideshow that helps him explain his points, and a second which is directly linked to his cameras so we can see what exactly he is doing on his camera's real-time. You take many pictures during the actual class and can see how the different settings affect your shot. Highly recommend this course for a beginner DSLR owner.

Great class. Have a Nikon D5000 but still hadn't ventured off the preset program modes (granted I…read morecould change them between portrait, landscape, night-time, etc), and haven't had the time/patience to do a self study. Okello was very knowledgeable, very friendly, and a great teacher. He narrowed down the important need-to-know elements into step by step exercises so that it wasn't overwhelming. I will definitely be attending his next class!

I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Manyu. His knowledge and enthusiasm was just what I needed to get…read moreme started with my photography!

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My kids have done summer camp at Big Picture Art House for two years now and have really enjoyed…read moreit. They learned a lot more about photography than I expected them to in just one week, and they came home with lots of cool pictures to share with us. The outings that they do in and around Boston are great - they would be cool field trips even without the photography part. It's a great option for middle school aged kids who have grown out of some summer camp options. My kids have enjoyed it at ages 11 through 15. I highly recommend Big Picture and will definitely be sending my kids again next year.

This is a fantastic camp. I have had 2 different children attend Big Picture in different years,…read moreand it has been a truly unique experience for them. The kids travel around daily to many different locations in Boston and surrounding areas in small groups for photographic inspiration and fun. They also have daily downtime in the artist space. We loved the small group aspect and the individual attention. One of my children has some significant social issues, and I 100% felt that the owner Jennifer really listened and worked to accommodate my child. I was beyond pleased. This was my daughter's favorite camp of all the camps she has attended over the years, hands down. Highly recommend!

We used C1M Photography for our office headshots and group photo. Walter was very pleasant and…read moreprofessional, and our pictures came out great!

I recently completed a course in Basic Photography and I can't say enough about it. I have gained…read moretremendous confidence in my camera and its capabilities. Walter is very clear and concise in his instruction.

Lynne's work is extraordinary and versatile. Her collaboration with her clientele is excellent from…read moremy point of view. And her creativity with clients to create dynamic images to tell their story is an added, plus. Highly recommend.

From the owner: We provide distinctive images for architectural, product and portrait clients. Our photography is…read morebusiness oriented and the majority of our work is performed on location. In addition to serving our commercial clients we photograph artwork, teach classes and provide giclee printing.

We love the photos we took here! The make-up artist and the photographer are so nice and…read moreprofessional! We strongly recommend this studio

From the owner: Our one-stop wedding photography studio offers a…read morehassle-free experience for couples. We provide a full range of services, including professional photographers, videographers, and makeup artists. Additionally, we offer a selection of wedding dresses, gowns, and suits for rent, eliminating the need for you to bring anything. Our goal is to make your wedding photography experience as easy and enjoyable as possible, allowing you to focus on creating beautiful memories.

We absolutely loved our tour by Benjamin Edes who gave us a great history of Boston overview with…read morelots of fun thrown in. We highly recommend his tour.

Nate in character (Christopher Shultz) was a terrific engaging and knowledgeable guide for our…read moreFreedom Tour Trail. He brought the history of Boston's role in the Revolution to life and kept the interest of both the kids and adults in our small group. Good sense of humor and was happy to answer both good and dumb questions. Tour was well paced. Highly recommend Freedom Trail Tours and Christopher as a guide.