My Photo Club

Join Fort Lauderdale’s most active photography community.

Hands-on photo walks, workshops, and critiques for beginners to pros. Learn new skills, explore Fort Lauderdale, and build a portfolio that actually gets you hired.

Weekly events • Sunrise beach shoots • Night cityscapes • Editing labs

Photographers shooting sunset over Fort Lauderdale waterfront

3,000+ photos created with My Photo Club in the last 12 months.

Upcoming photo walks & workshops

Skill-based, small-group sessions designed to help you shoot with confidence—whether you’re picking up a camera for the first time or refining your pro portfolio.

Beginner Photography

Basics • Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00PM

• Downtown Fort Lauderdale Photo Studio

Learn exposure, composition, and how to shoot in studio. How to effectively use your gear.

Level: Beginner • Group: 7 photographers

Beginners Photo Walk

Walk Around Las Olas • Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Learn compostion, exposure, white balance techniques, how to train your creative eye.

Level: Beginner • Tripod recommended

Member-Only Critique Night

Monthly Studio Session • Portfolio feedback with local pros.

Bring 5–10 images and leave with clear, actionable ways to improve your work.

Included with membership • Limited seats

Events calendar

Rotating schedule of photo walks, focused workshops, and studio sessions across Fort Lauderdale and greater South Florida.

Wednesdays • Golden Hour at the Park

Focus: Street & candid portraiture, composition, storytelling.

Perfect for: Beginners & hobbyists.

Weekends • Las Olas / The Beach / Downtown Photogrpahy Walks / Carts

Focus: Seascapes, silhouettes, motion blur, shooting in changing light.

Perfect for: All levels.

Monthly • Studio Lighting Lab

Focus: Flash, continuous LED, modifiers, and building repeatable setups.

Perfect for: Intermediate & working professionals.

Group of photographers at a Fort Lauderdale workshop

All events are beginner-friendly, with clear pre-event checklists and what-to-bring guides. Don’t have a camera yet? Ask us about rental options.

Local instructors who actually shoot here.

Our instructors are working photographers based in South Florida—bringing real-world experience from client shoots, editorial work, and personal projects.

Portrait of instructor 1

Lex Borges

Portrait & Lifestyle • 8+ years shooting in South Florida.

Teaches: Beginner Basics, , Natural Light Portraits. On Camera Flash.

Portrait of instructor 2

Chris Headshots

Commercial & Event and Headshots Specilasit • Shooting Celebrities Headshots Gary Vaynerchuck, David Goggins, Sam DeBianci, Patrick Bet-David and many many more. .

Teaches: Beginner Basics, Intermediate and Advanced classes as well as, Charisma for photographers, Posing for your signifigant other, Facial Expressions, as well as Photography Business, Markeing ,and workflow.

Membership that keeps you shooting.

Stay consistent, shoot more often, and grow faster with an active local community and clear next steps every month.

  • Weekly members-only email with upcoming shoots & creative prompts
  • Discounts on specialty workshops and studio sessions
  • Private online community to share work and get feedback
  • Priority access to limited-capacity events and model calls

Perfect for: beginners looking for structure, hobbyists needing accountability, and working creatives who want a local network.

Monthly Membership

Cancel anytime • No long-term contracts.

$29 per month

  • Member-only critique nights
  • Priority access to photo walks
  • Discounts on premium workshops
  • Private community access

Just visiting Fort Lauderdale? You can still drop into individual events—no membership required.

Built for South Florida creatives.

Whether you’re just leaving auto mode or shooting full-time, you’ll find people at your level—and a few steps ahead.

Beginners

Friendly intros, small classes, and instructors who remember what it’s like to start from zero.

Growing creatives

Level up with structured challenges, critiques, and portfolio-building shoots around the city.

Working pros

Network with other professionals, test new ideas, and find assistants or collaborators.

Stay in the loop.

Get a short weekly email with upcoming events, community highlights, and open spots before they sell out.

No spam. Just events, creative prompts, and local photo opportunities.

Questions about events or membership?

Tell us your experience level and what you want to learn. We’ll recommend the best first event for you.

Email: [email protected]
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (events across South Florida)

Do I need a professional camera to join?

No. Many members start with a basic DSLR, mirrorless, or even their phone. We’ll help you get the most from whatever you’re using now and guide you if you decide to upgrade.

What if I’m a total beginner?

You’re in the right place. Our beginner-friendly events are designed to get you comfortable with your camera and build confidence quickly.

Can I just attend one event?

Yes. You can drop into any individual event. Membership is ideal if you want consistency, accountability, and extra perks.

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