Murphy's Camera Classes & Events
Murphy's Camera has been helping photographers of all skill levels get the right gear for over 60 years. Our photo classes are a great way for photographers to expand their knowledge base and take their photography to the next level. Every digital camera purchased from Murphy's Camera includes free admission for two to one of our introductory classes. Murphy's Camera offers photography related classes from beginner to advanced, covering everything from basic composition to professional studio lighting. We limit class sizes to ensure the best learning experience possible, so be sure to check out our class schedule and reserve your spot today.
Most classes are held at our Louisville location: 1440 Bardstown Rd Louisville, KY 40204.
View our full schedule below!
This class breaks down essential video concepts in clear, practical terms. Topics include shutter angle, ISO, log shooting and log curves, H.264 vs H.265, RAW video, focus peaking, stabilizers, and mixing camera brands. We’ll cover shooting for social media vs YouTube, why creators shoot 4K–8K for HD delivery, and whether you can pull stills from video. This class is ideal for photographers and creators ready to level up their video skills.
Admission is $50 per person.
Join us for a Louisville City FC match!
Do you have aspirations to be a sports photographer? Join us at Lynn Family Stadium to photograph like a pro! You will be able to bring your equipment to take photos of a match from the sidelines. Need a long lens for the occasion? Ask us about our rental options.
We will have staff from Murphy’s Camera on hand to help you with your camera settings.
This event is limited to a small number of participants. Register early to reserve your spot!
Tickets are $50 per person.
Join us at The Louisville Slugger Field to photograph The Bats! Bring your gear to capture the action from premium behind-the-plate seating. Enjoy a VIP experience with hors d’oeuvres and complimentary beer, wine, and soda. You may roam to desired vantage points for varied shots. Monopods allowed, no tripods. Ages 18+. We will meet at 5:45 pm. Gates open at 6:00 pm.
Need a longer lens for the occasion? Check out our rental options!
Tickets are $100 per person.
This introductory class is geared for the Digital Interchangeable Lens Camera beginner. This class covers both Digital SLR and Mirrorless cameras. Go beyond the basic auto settings and begin to explore the functions your camera offers you to help you create and achieve the results that you want. We'll discuss exposure modes, metering and other camera options that will help you capture more creative images.
Admission for two is FREE with purchase of a camera from Murphy's Camera or $50.00 per person.
All Intro to ILC classes are held at our Louisville location at 1440 Bardstown Road
Start to take more control of your Interchangeable Lens Camera (DSLR or Mirrorless) in this in-depth 3-hour course. You will learn how to master your camera's light meter, use apertures and shutter speeds and ISO settings to your advantage, how and when to use exposure compensation, selecting the right lens for your needs, and start to explore shooting with flash. File formats and filters will also be discussed.
Admission is $75 per person.
Adobe's Lightroom (Lr) and Lightroom Classic (LrC) combine powerful tools for organizing, editing & sharing images. This three-hour course explores how to get started with Lr and LrC, best practices for import, organization, and more. We will explore the Library, Develop, and Slideshow modules in LrC and the Cloud and Local options in Lr. We will also discuss the unique characteristics of RAW vs JPEG files. We will go over both Lr and LrC.
BOTH Lr and Lrc need to be installed BEFORE class.
Admission is $75 per person.
All Intro to Adobe Lightroom classes are held at our Louisville location at 1440 Bardstown Road
