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Master outdoor photography with expert E. David Luria in this hands-on 2-hour Zoom safari designed to answer your top 20 camera questions. Perfect for all skill levels!
2 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Master outdoor photography with expert E. David Luria in this hands-on 2-hour Zoom safari designed to answer your top 20 camera questions. Perfect for all skill levels!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; mental focus recommended
Wildlife
History
While based in Bowie, MD, photo safaris have a rich tradition of bringing nature’s beauty to broader audiences through education.
Conservation
By teaching thoughtful photography skills, the session encourages respect for wildlife and habitats without disturbing them.
Washington Photo Safari
Master outdoor photography with expert E. David Luria in this hands-on 2-hour Zoom safari designed to answer your top 20 camera questions. Perfect for all skill levels!
Washington Photo Safari is a Bowie, Maryland-based photography outfitter that organizes guided photo workshops and safaris across the Washington, D.C., and Mid-Atlantic region. The company offers hands-on sessions focused on aerial drone photography, smartphone techniques, moonrise and twilight shooting, architectural and botanical subjects, museum interiors, historic railroad equipment, and food photography. Instructors include FAA-certified pilot Travone Sukie for drone workshops, smartphone expert Elody Crimi, Marine Corps spouse Angela McCrary for the Quantico museum tour, award-winning and longtime photographer E. David Luria for multiple moonrise and cathedral safaris, and photographer Mark for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum event. Trip formats range from closed‑to‑public interior safaris and museum-based workshops to outdoor landmark and garden sessions; listed durations are typically two to three hours. Several experiences emphasize regulatory and safety guidance, such as FAA rules during drone operation, while others provide practical composition, lighting, and editing instruction tailored to camera or smartphone users. Washington Photo Safari presents opportunities for photographers at varying skill levels to practice in controlled, guided environments and to access locations that may not be open to general visitors. Trip descriptions note when sessions include specialized access (for example, interior cathedral photography) and when instruction covers professional transition topics like marketing and income streams for photographers. All trip listings identify the guide and the primary focus so prospective participants can match experience objectives and skill level before booking.
Guides list safety, access details, and equipment recommendations in each trip description. Advance booking is advised for limited-access safaris and timing.
Location
Bowie, Maryland
Based in Bowie, Maryland
Tours Offered
10
Diverse photography workshops and safaris
Typical Length
2–3 hours
Hands-on, small-group sessions
Expert Guides
FAA-certified & award-winning
Guides listed by name in each trip
Choose a workshop, confirm instructor expertise, and reserve a guided session to improve skills or explore new photographic subjects.
Test Your Gear Before the Session
Ensure your camera and computer setup are ready to avoid technical glitches during the Zoom call.
Prepare Specific Questions
Write down photography challenges you face to get the most personalized advice during the workshop.
Use Good Lighting Indoors
Join the session from a well-lit room so you can clearly show your gear and adjustments to the instructor.
Take Notes Actively
Keep a notebook handy to capture tips and settings discussed that you can apply outdoors later.
Your Own Camera
Having your camera nearby allows for hands-on practice during the session.
Laptop or Tablet
A device capable of running Zoom with stable internet is essential for participation.
Notebook and Pen
To jot down tips and settings shared during the class.
Camera Manual
Keeping your manual available can help clarify specific functions discussed.