It’s no secret that I have a serious amount of affection for my pal and post photographer Whitney Neal. As of this morning, she’s now taken pics for the blog, my family and now my office. If I had a pet, she’d probably have already taken pet portraits. She’s awesome.

What’s even more awesome is that this summer she, along with her collaborators at the Dixie Design Collective, are kicking off a new seasonal workshop series where you’ll be able to learn from the pros.

The three-part series includes a lesson in the care, keeping and arranging of flowers from Jaclyn Journey; an instructional sewing class from Bekah Stewart ; and for the final workshop Whitney will bring it home with a hands-on lesson on the basics of film photographer as well as some tips on taking pictures with a variety of cameras (great if you’re interested in learning how to work your fab but complicated DSLR camera).

I’ve included the details on the full-series as well as the per class information below. Can’t make it to any of these classes but still interested? No worries, the group (along with Dixie Design Collective Member Natalie Officer) will be offering these seasonally with plans in the works for fall and winter sessions.

Ready to sign up? Head over here now because space is limited!

All the details…

COMPLETE WORKSHOP SERIES – $300

For those interested in all three lessons offered during the Summer Workshop Series, a complete pass is available at a discounted rate.
Seating for each lesson is limited. Tickets can be purchased here.

For questions, contact info@dixiedesigncollective.com

LESSON ONE – The Art of Floral Design $95
Sunday June 16th from 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.

For those interested in the art of floral design, Jaclyn Journey is offering a beginner’s lesson on the care and keeping of flowers, and the basics of composing an arrangement on June 16th, from 2:00-4:30PM. Flowers, vases, and scissors will be provided.

Seating is limited to 15. Tickets can be purchased here.

For more information, contact Jaclyn Journey at jaclyn@jaclynjourney.com

LESSON TWO – The Basics of Sewing $90
Sunday July 14th from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

For those interested in learning basic sewing, Bekah Stewart is offering a beginner’s guide to constructing a simple tote bag using a sowing machine on July 14th from 2:00-5:00PM. Fabric, thread, scissors, and a sewing machine will be provided.

Seating is limited to 10. Tickets can be purchased here.

For more information contact info@dixiedesigncollective.com

LESSON THREE – Film Photography $175
Sunday August 11th from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

For those interested in film photography, Whitney Neal is offering a hands-on lesson covering the basics of film, and the camera on August 11th from 2:00-5:00. Attendees will learn techniques on how to best capture authentic still lives and portraits using natural light. Film, development, and a take-home guide will be provided.

Seating is limited to 15. Tickets can be purchased here.

For more information, including how to rent a film camera, contact Whitney Neal at whitney@whitneynealphoto.com

Images: Whitney Neal and Molly Roberson.