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Focal Point Photoclass 2026

Free. Cohort-based.

Ten structured units cover the art and technology of photography, from exposure and composition to post-processing, and the course builds toward a personal project at the end. Every unit includes a shooting assignment, and posting it gets you feedback from mentors and other students on what's working and what to try next.

An active Discord and subreddit run all year on top of the cohort, where people share work, ask questions, and keep each other accountable. Photoclass runs twice a year, completely free, with photographers from all over the world.

Free forever
No paywalls, no hidden costs
Mentor feedback
Real humans, real critique
Cohort-based
July & January intakes
Self-paced
Catch up any time
July 2026 cohort starts June 30. Units unlock on a rolling schedule throughout the cohort. Join the community on Discord while you wait.

Course units

Getting Started
Before You Begin
Experience, goals, and mindset
Unit 1
Introduction & The Gear
Cameras, lenses, focal length, and digital workflow
Unit 2
Photography Basics
Exposure, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO
Unit 3
The Art of Photography
Light, composition, and color theory
Unit 4
Post Processing
Workflow, editing, and developing a consistent style
Unit 5
The Decision Process
Visual narrative, culling, and feedback
Unit 6
Taking Your Camera Skills Further
Focus systems, metering, and flash
Unit 7
Personal Projects
Brainstorming, planning, and beginning a project
Unit 8
The Art of Photography, Part 2
Lighting, composition, and color revisited
Unit 9
Exploration
Genre exploration and creative stretch
Unit 10
Wrapping Up
Confidence, reflection, and going further
Final Project
Final Project
Present your year's work and celebrate your progress
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