Photoclass 2026 is a free, cohort-based photography course from Focal Point. Ten structured units cover the art and technology of photography, including exposure, composition, and post-processing, and the course culminates in a personal project. Real assignments, mentor feedback, and an active photography community are included.
Join the current cohortRead the FAQPhotoclass runs twice a year, completely free, with photographers from all over the world.
Taking part just means making photos while the camera is with you, then handing it to the next photographer when your turn is up. Over time, the whole community ends up represented in one shared camera roll.
Photos are tagged with wherever they were shot and show up in the gallery in the order they're added. The camera started moving on August 3, 2026, and the gallery fills in as more photographers get it.
A free weekly photography prompt challenge, now in its 8th year. One new prompt every week, all year.
Articles for photographers at every stage, from building habits to finding your voice.
Rule of thirds, leading lines, depth, golden ratio, and more — with an interactive rule of thirds demo.
Orders of color, HSL variables, and color schemes, with interactive color wheels to explore each concept.
Legal permissibility and ethical permissibility aren't the same thing. A framework for the harder questions.
A beginner-friendly guide to safely photographing the August 2026 solar eclipse: solar filters, lens choice, exposure settings, and totality.
Share your work, get feedback, and keep each other accountable. The community is where the course comes to life.