MCKINNEY
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Intro to Manual Mode Class

Intro to Manual Mode Class

Saturday 28 June
E 15th Street, Plano - 10am - 2 Hours
Hector Perez
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
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$47      
Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunset Photography Meetup

Sunday 06 July
Wilson Creek Pkwy - 5pm - 2 Hours
Hector Perez
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.

Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
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$49      

Nearby Photography Groups

Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 21 June
Clear Creek - 10am - 2 Hours
Denton Photography Group
Mythri Pothini
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.
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$49      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 21 June
Downtown Dallas - 12pm - 2 Hours
Dallas Photography Group
Joshua Lass
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$49      
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 21 June
Downtown Fort Worth - 3pm - 2 Hours
Fort Worth Photography Group
Erin Hill
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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$47      

Rule of Thirds

Rule of Thirds

Saturday 28 June
South end of downtown Fort Worth - 10am - 2 Hours
Fort Worth Photography Group
Erin Hill
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism.

In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 28 June
E Lawther Dr. - 12pm - 3 Hours
Dallas Photography Group
Joshua Lass
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       4 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 12 July
Downtown Fort Worth - 10am - 3 Hours
Fort Worth Photography Group
Erin Hill
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$98      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 26 July
Fairmount - 8pm - 2 Hours
Fort Worth Photography Group
Erin Hill
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$49      
Natural Light Portraits

Natural Light Portraits

Saturday 16 August
Downtown Fort Worth - 11am - 2 Hours
Fort Worth Photography Group
Erin Hill
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.
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$49      

Other Nearby Groups

Amigurumi 101

Amigurumi 101

Sunday 22 June
Rockwall - 2pm - 3 Hours
Dallas Crochet Club
LaTonia Cole
Perfect for those who've already done our popular Beginners Class! Amigurumi is the Japanese art of crocheting small, cute creatures. You will learn the basics of Amigurumi and start on an easy amigurumi heart project during the class.

All our classes include crochet materials and instruction as well as a non-alcoholic drink during the class.
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$68      
Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 28 June
Medical District - 10am - 2 Hours
Dallas Watercolor Group
Michael Takaki
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
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$49      
Drawing City Scapes

Drawing City Scapes

Saturday 05 July
Oak Lawn Ave - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Dallas Art Circle
Ashley Love
Dive into the art of drawing with a hands-on class designed to unveil the beauty of cityscapes through your own sketches. Guided by skilled instructors, participants will learn the critical fundamentals of drawing, such as perspective, proportion, shading, and composition. With the vibrant cities of Asia and Manchester as your muses, provided in detailed printouts for reference, this session promises an enriching exploration of urban beauty. Practice various mark-making techniques to gain confidence in transforming an empty page into a piece of art. This class is ideally suited for those at the beginning of their artistic journey, offering a welcoming, supportive environment to develop your skills. Join us for an experience where creativity meets the canvas, and discover the artist within.
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$49      

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Beginner's Watercolor Class

Saturday 12 July
Medical District - 10am - 2 Hours
Dallas Watercolor Group
Michael Takaki
Are you wanting to learn more about Watercolor painting? Then join this small class hosted by a professional instructor, specifically designed to assist beginners.

You will learn fundamental watercolor techniques, color theory, how to mix paint and then turn your knowledge into a stunning piece of paper art.
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$49      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Sunday 13 July
Rockwall - 2pm - 3 Hours
Dallas Crochet Club
LaTonia Cole
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.

Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
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$78      
Mastering Granny Squares

Mastering Granny Squares

Sunday 27 July
Rockwall - 2pm - 3 Hours
Dallas Crochet Club
LaTonia Cole
Jump into the colorful world of crochet with our 'Mastering Granny Squares' class, perfect for beginners! Learn the art of crafting these classic beauties and unleash your creativity. All materials provided, just bring your enthusiasm! Book now to unlock the full event scoop. Let's hook and loop our way to crochet mastery together!
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$78      

Fashion Illustration Art Class

Fashion Illustration Art Class

Saturday 02 August
Webb Chapel Rd - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Dallas Art Circle
Ashley Love
Unleash your creativity in the world of fashion with our Fashion Illustration Art Class! Join us for a journey into the realm of style and design as we explore the intricate art of bringing fashion sketches to life. Learn the fundamental techniques of figure drawing, garment rendering, and conveying textures to create stunning fashion illustrations. Guided by experienced instructors, this class caters to all skill levels, from beginners seeking to grasp the basics to seasoned artists looking to refine their fashion illustration prowess. Elevate your artistic expression and discover the elegance of fashion through the strokes of your pencil and the beauty of your imagination. Enroll now for a stylish adventure in artistry!
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$49      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Sunday 10 August
Rockwall - 2pm - 3 Hours
Dallas Crochet Club
LaTonia Cole
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.

Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
book now
$78      
Mastering Granny Squares

Mastering Granny Squares

Sunday 31 August
Rockwall - 2pm - 3 Hours
Dallas Crochet Club
LaTonia Cole
Jump into the colorful world of crochet with our 'Mastering Granny Squares' class, perfect for beginners! Learn the art of crafting these classic beauties and unleash your creativity. All materials provided, just bring your enthusiasm! Book now to unlock the full event scoop. Let's hook and loop our way to crochet mastery together!
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$72      

Drawing City Scapes

Drawing City Scapes

Saturday 06 September
Oak Lawn Ave - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Dallas Art Circle
Ashley Love
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork of the city.

Our experienced instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
Our Instructor will bring a print out cities of Asia and Manchester for your reference during the session.

We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.

Perfect for complete beginners.
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$49      
Beginner's Crochet Class

Beginner's Crochet Class

Sunday 14 September
Rockwall - 2pm - 3 Hours
Dallas Crochet Club
LaTonia Cole
If you are brand new to crochet, haven't picked up a hook in years, or simply want a little more guidance on those all important basic stitches this is the class for you. We will start with techniques for holding the yarn before moving onto forming the stitches that make up a traditional granny square.

Crochet materials are included as well as a free tea or coffee.
book now
$78      
Figure Gesture Drawing

Figure Gesture Drawing

Saturday 04 October
Park Ln - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Dallas Art Circle
Ashley Love
In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the essence and movement of the human figure through gesture drawing.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of simplifying the figure, breaking it down into basic shapes and forms to create accurate and expressive poses. We will cover topics such as exaggerating poses, building shapes, and drawing with accuracy.
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$48      

ABOUT MCKINNEY
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 McKinney.

  • 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 Mckinney Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Instructor was good. A little too pricey.
    4/5
    Divya
    2025-05-25
    Very informative. Hector was very patient and spent quality time with each group participant, helping them understand how shutter speed, f-stop and ISO worked together. He also provided the group with great feedback on their photos.
    5/5
    Tammy
    2025-05-25
    It was a nice event and we got to photograph several types dogs. Trainer answered all questions and was helpful.
    4/5
    Ana
    2025-05-14

    This was a lot of fun, but I didn't feel there was a ton of direction relating to camera settings.
    5/5
    Tami
    2025-05-12
    Excellent. Hector was so helpful and knowledgeable
    5/5
    Gwen
    2025-04-13
    I thought it went well. Hector did a nice job and was very informative. Its tough to do these classes when you have folks with varying degrees of familiarity with their cameras and taking portraits. Hector was able to help all of us. Good discussions too.
    5/5
    Mike
    2025-02-11

    Was a great experience! Everything was useful and interesting, from posing techniques to working with lighting and composition.
    5/5
    JA
    2025-02-09
    Good information. I enjoyed going.
    5/5
    Sam
    2024-11-13
    Enjoyable and informative.
    5/5
    Conrad
    2024-11-11

    It was really helpful. Looking forward to joining more classes and improving my skills.
    5/5
    Conrad
    2024-07-29
    Hector was very communicative and explained the concepts very well.
    5/5
    Reinaldo
    2024-07-08
    Enjoyed the class especially working in manual mode and the others were very kind and helpful! Thanks
    5/5
    Jim
    2024-06-19

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Hector Perez
    Meet Hector Perez, a seasoned photographer with a passion that spans a decade! His lens dances through the realms of Nature, Portraits, and Candid moments. Hector's captivating shots have not just been admired but have taken center stage at events, websites, and advertisements across the U.S.

    Hector Perez is available for private bookings

    PHOTOS
    Mckinney Photography Group
    2025-05-19
    Title or Location: Galveston Island,Texas
    We try to visit Galveston Island at least once a year to capture as many bird and wildlife images as possible. We also love Anahuac Wildlife Refuge as a great place to get some fantastic wildlife photo ops. This Brown Pelican image was taken behind the fish market in Galveston.
    Credit: Thomas Thibeau

    Mckinney Photography Group
    2024-01-20
    Title or Location: Dallas Arboretum
    I took this picture while walking through the Arboretum at night. The trees are illuminated from above with lamps simulating moon light. With a short time exposure the colors of leaves really popped. I like taking pictures at night using available light and time exposure techniques. The shadows also give the picture the contrast to the rich colors.
    Credit: Craig Johnson
    Mckinney Photography Group
    2024-01-02
    Title or Location: Caddo Lake, TX
    This was taken on one of our Caddo Lake Photo Workshops. We had seen one or two eagles, but this one was the calmest as we eased into the small area he had claimed. He remained calm as we drifted closer to the point where I decided we might flush him from his roost if we moved closer. We backed away quietly, still marveling at his beauty.
    Credit: David Downs
    Facebook: davidldowns
    Instagram: pixeldave

    Isle Of Wight Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: West wight
    A beautiful fox cub smelling a flower in the beautiful sunshine.
    Credit: Josh Thomas
    Facebook: Capture The Second Photography
    Instagram: capture_the_second_photography

    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Rising Sun Indiana
    This image was shot in the winter..the temperature was 13f. ..had to chill my lens to meet the extreme cold ..the location is Red Wolf Santuary
    Credit: Roger harris
    San Francisco Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Milpitas, CA
    The crows do not like sharing the same air space.
    Credit: Brian
    Instagram: dsnylnd4me

    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Bolsa Chica Wildlife Preserve
    The significance of this shot for me was it was my first American Bald Eagle I had captured in the wild - after my wife, Susan, pointed it out to me. I was thrilled and determined to make the best capture I could.Upon closer examination I was awe inspired to see (in detail) the death stare, that razor like tool cutting beak, the unbelievable chest muscles and tremendous talons. Scary.Camera: Canon EOS R7 (Mark 1)Lens: Canon RF 100-500 F4.5-7.1Aperture: F11Shutter Speed: 1/1000Foca
    Credit: Dave Migliore
    Facebook: Dave Migliore
    Instagram: dave_sandy_migliore

    Herefordshire Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Ewyas Harold Herefordshire
    ?Majesty?Taken one afternoon in my garden in Ewyas Harold. Buzzards are a common occurrence in the area and its fascinating to watch them use the thermals to navigate the sky. Taken using a Canon 80D and Sigma 150-600mm lens.
    Credit: Gemma Crowther
    Instagram: g.crowtherphotography
    Hervey Bay Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Rockhampton Zoo
    This was taken early morning as the Zoo opened up in Rockhampton. The Zoo is located in the Botanical Gardens up there.It was shot on a Canon Eos 90d using a 100mm macro lens.
    Credit: Damo
    Instagram: d.l.b.hobby.photography

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