EDUCATION
Students in this course will learn the foundations of professional photography, from understanding camera settings and lighting techniques to composing visually powerful images that tell a story. Throughout the course, students will gain hands-on experience working in different environments, mastering both natural and artificial light, and developing confidence behind the camera. They will also learn the type of photography that sparks their passion, creative direction, client interaction, and how to build a unique photographic style. By the end of the course, students will have the technical knowledge, creative vision, and practical experience needed to create stunning images and grow as confident photographers.
About Christine
Christine Bradshaw is a destination photographer specializing in weddings and elopements, with a passion for capturing authentic moments and unforgettable adventures. She picked up her first camera in 2010 and began photographing freestyle motocross in her spare time, quickly developing a love for storytelling through photography. As she explored different styles and genres, she discovered her true passion in documenting love stories in breathtaking locations around the world. Completely self-taught, Christine has built her career through 16 years of hands-on experience, creativity, and dedication to her craft. Today, she not only photographs weddings and elopements across stunning destinations, but also teaches and inspires aspiring photographers around the world to grow their skills and pursue their own creative journey.
ACTION SPORTS
Classes will be in December
learn how to capture fast-moving action with sharp focus, perfect timing, and dynamic composition. From dirt bikes and snowboarding to skateboarding and motorsports, this section of the course teaches the techniques needed to freeze motion, track subjects, and create exciting images that showcase speed, energy, and emotion.
PEOPLE
Classes will be in October
learn how to photograph people in a natural, authentic, and flattering way while building confidence in directing and posing subjects. This part of the course focuses on using lighting, composition, and communication to capture genuine emotion and create portraits that feel both professional and personal.
LANDSCAPE
Classes will be in September
learn how to capture breathtaking landscape images by understanding composition, lighting, depth, and camera settings designed for outdoor photography. This section of the course teaches how to work with changing natural light, highlight scenic environments, and create powerful images that showcase the beauty and atmosphere of a location.
ANIMALS
Classes will be in January
learn how to photograph animals with patience, timing, and attention to detail in order to capture their personality and behavior naturally. This section covers techniques for working with movement, lighting, and focus to create sharp, expressive images of pets, wildlife, and animals in outdoor environments.
WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY
Classes will be in November
this is my speciality. Students will learn how to confidently photograph weddings and elopements from start to finish while capturing authentic moments and telling a meaningful story through their images. We’ll cover working with natural and challenging light, posing and directing couples, photographing ceremonies and details, creating beautiful compositions, and capturing candid emotions as they happen. Students will also learn how to prepare for a wedding day, build timelines, work efficiently in fast-changing environments, and approach intimate elopements in outdoor and adventurous settings.
Understanding your camera settings is the key to taking full creative control of your photography. In this course, students will learn how to confidently use aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, focus modes, and shooting modes to create the exact look and feel they want in their images. Rather than relying on automatic settings, students will gain a clear understanding of how each setting affects exposure, motion, depth of field, and overall image quality. Through hands-on practice and real-world examples, students will leave the course feeling comfortable shooting in manual mode and equipped with the knowledge to adapt to any lighting situation or photography style.
Photography class locations will be in the inland empire region
motocross/BMX parkS
To see if adrenaline and speed sparks your interest.
equestrian center
For the ones that like to photograph the animal that is the true definition of majestic
local parks
These are where we will photograph families and people
wilderness reserves
wilderness for the ones that have an eye for landscapes and stunning Sunrises/Sunsets
PRICING & SCHEDULE
I. group classes- $250 per student for 1 month of classes
Classes are between 8-10 students and are taught all different forms of photography. Classes are held Tuesdays and Wednesdays in the morning and evenings.
II. private session- $460 per MONTH
This is a 1 on 1 private teaching session once a week at a location that has to do with what type of photography you are interested in. Private sessions can be held on any available date that I have. Please contact for availability.
**extra $150 to add a model unless you bring your own
III. WORKSHOPS- CONTACT FOR PRICING
Workshops are weekend retreats some where in a dreamy destination within the United States. They are hosted 3-4 times a year and included is the models, housing, food, permits and more.
**your travel to and from the destination is not included
