Photography Apprenticeship

Through our apprenticeships, expert Trackers Mentors guide youth and teens in learning at art studios. Our classes are designed for students from beginner to advanced levels. Thanks to our small class sizes, instructors can provide individual attention to each apprentice. Develop the following skills:

Equipment & Application Learn to use a variety of camera types, from phones and tablets to high-end cameras. Understand how to care for and maintain your photography kit.

Lighting & Composition Master the core principles of photography, including lighting, composition, and more. Delve into outdoor photography and the use of natural light, as well as studio lighting techniques.

Editing & Storytelling Venture outdoors and discover the wonders of Earth, from its wildlife to its natural landscapes. Explore urban environments to learn about photojournalism, architecture, and city wildlife. Dive into the details with macro photography! Learn how to tell compelling stories through digital editing.

Need Summer Camp? This is for our Weekend Apprenticeship. For our Photography Summer Camp, visit here.

Our Team

Experienced Trackers Mentors lead this program, fostering creativity through hands-on crafts and projects.

Expertise in mentoring and Trackers skills.
Low student-to-guide ratio facilitating personal, team-based learning.
Background checked with First Aid & CPR certification.
Trained in program safety and the Trackers Earth curriculum.

Our Place

Our Studio Apprenticeships take place at our Trackers Art Studios where apprentices can explore hands-on arts and crafts. Our locations feature ceramics, photography, woodworking, and blacksmithing studios.

How It Works

Apprenticeships meet one weekend a month from fall to spring, totaling 9 studio days plus Graduation. To offer flexibility, we provide multiple schedule options—choose Morning (AM) or Afternoon (PM) classes.

AM Option 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
PM Option 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Tuition

Reserve your spot with a $45 deposit (non-refundable). Remaining tuition is split into ten monthly payments of $68 starting August 31.

Sibling Discount: Enroll two or more siblings for 5% off monthly payments.

Need Financial Help? We offer scholarships ranging from 5% - 15%. Learn More or Apply.

Have Questions?

For any questions, please feel free to contact our Family Success team.

Choose Your Schedule & Time

9 Studios Days Choose your class:
Morning Class 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Class Classs 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Find the schedule that aligns with the subject you choose.
Due to group size limits, we cannot switch between schedules.
We offer make-up days for weather-related postponements.
The Graduation BBQ is May 10, 2025

Schedule Options

Saturdays

SCHEDULE A

Grade 2-4 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Grade 5-12 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

September 14, 2024 - Field Day
October 5, 2024 - Field Day
October 26, 2024 - Field Day
November 16, 2024 - Field Day
January 4, 2025 - Field Day
February 1, 2025 - Field Day
March 1, 2025 - Field Day
April 5, 2025 - Field Day
May 3, 2025 - Field Day
May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day

Sundays

SCHEDULE D

Grade 2-4 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Grade 5-12 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM

September 22, 2024 - Field Day
October 13, 2024 - Field Day
November 3, 2024 - Field Day
December 8, 2024 - Field Day
January 12, 2025 - Field Day
February 9, 2025 - Field Day
March 9, 2025 - Field Day
April 13, 2025 - Field Day
May 18, 2025 - Field Day
May 10, 2025 - Graduation Day

Ready?

Real skills. Real adventure. Real friends.

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Questions? Call 503-345-3312 or email hello@trackersearth.com.

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