Small group photography classes in Atlanta with hands on instruction
Hands On Photography Classes and Workshops in Atlanta
I am Marcie Reif, an Atlanta based family and portrait photographer with over twelve years of experience running a full time photography business. Before photography, I was an elementary school teacher, which shaped the way I teach and connect with students today. I believe education should feel clear, encouraging, and practical, especially in a creative field.
I built my photography business from the ground up and left teaching in 2017 to pursue photography full time. Since then, I have photographed thousands of families, built a multi six figure photography business, and taught photographers across the country through workshops, retreats, and speaking engagements. I am a Tamron Image Master and the founder of the Roadtrippers Retreat, a highly sought after photography retreat for women photographers.
These in person photography classes and workshops in Atlanta are taught inside my working studio and are designed to give photographers real tools they can use immediately. My goal is for every student to leave feeling more confident behind the camera, clearer in their workflow, and excited about what is possible in their photography journey.
Meet Marcie
Atlanta Photographer and Educator
My mission is to provide hands on photography education in Atlanta that builds confidence through clarity and real world experience. I believe photographers learn best by understanding the why behind what they are doing, not by guessing or memorizing settings. Through small group, in person classes taught inside my working studio, I help photographers move from overwhelmed to confident so they can create consistent, professional work and build a photography business that supports their life.
Our Mission...
build your photography business
understand light
how to edit
photography
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advanced workshops
Learning to See Light
Edit with Intention
Manual Mode Made Simple
If you are looking for hands on photography classes in Atlanta that help you feel confident behind the camera, you are in the right place. This page gives you a look inside my in person photography workshops and classes taught inside my Atlanta studio. From learning how to shoot in manual mode and edit consistently to understanding light and growing a photography business, each class is designed to give you real skills you can use immediately. All classes are held at my photography studio located at 887 West Marietta Street in Atlanta and are taught in a small group, hands on learning environment.
Hands on photography classes and workshops in Atlanta
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from learning to use your camera to growing your photography business
Atlanta Photography Classes & Workshops
camera and lens required
Location: 887 West Marietta Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
8:00am - 12:00pm
4 Hour hands on photography class
2026 Available Dates
January 11- SOLD OUT
February 8
This class is for photographers who are ready to stop guessing and finally understand how to shoot in manual mode. If you rely on Auto or semi auto settings and feel unsure how to adjust your camera confidently, this class is your starting point.
You will learn how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO work together and how to make quick, intentional adjustments in real shooting situations. The focus is practical and easy to understand so you can apply what you learn immediately.
You will leave knowing exactly how to shoot in manual mode with confidence.
Investment $349
Manual Mode Made Simple
Adobe Lightroom and Laptop required
Location: 887 West Marietta Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
1:00-4:00pm
3 hour editing instruction class
2026 Available Dates
January 11 - SOLD OUT
February 8
This class is designed for photographers who know how to shoot but feel inconsistent when it comes to editing. If your colors feel off, your edits vary from session to session, or you spend too much time second guessing your work, this class will simplify your process.
We will walk through a clean, repeatable editing workflow focused on natural color, balanced skin tones, and consistency across a full gallery. This class is about understanding why edits work, not relying on guesswork or presets alone.
You will leave with a clear editing process that saves time and builds confidence. We will use Adobe Lightroom and a laptop is required with a subscription to Lightroom.
Investment $349
Edit with Intention
camera and lens required
Location: 887 West Marietta Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
9:00am-1:00pm
4 Hour hands on photography class
2026 Available Dates
February 6
February 27
This class is for photographers who are ready to stop guessing and finally understand how to shoot in manual mode. If you rely on Auto or semi auto settings and feel unsure how to adjust your camera confidently, this class is your starting point.
You will learn how shutter speed, aperture, and ISO work together and how to make quick, intentional adjustments in real shooting situations. The focus is practical and easy to understand so you can apply what you learn immediately.
You will leave knowing exactly how to shoot in manual mode with confidence.
Investment $399
Learning to See Light
camera, Lens, laptop and adobe lightroom are required
Location: 887 West Marietta Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
11 hours of classroom instruction
includes 3 hands on classes
The Foundations Bundle is designed for photographers who want to build confidence from the ground up. This bundle includes access to the three core classes.
Manual Mode Made Simple
Edit with Intention
Learning to See Light
This bundle offers the most complete learning experience and provides a clear path from understanding your camera to creating consistent, professional images.
You must be able to attend all 3 classes. Exceptions will not be made if you can't come to one of the scheduled dates. Do not purchase this bundle unless you know you can attend all 3 of these classes in person.
Investment $849
Foundations Bundle
camera and lens required, laptop recommended
Location: 887 West Marietta Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
8:00am - 4:00pm
8 Hour hands on photography class
2026 Available Dates
March 11
This one day workshop is for photographers who want to improve both their shooting and their business. We will focus on shooting with confidence during sessions while also covering the systems that support a profitable and sustainable photography business.
Topics include session flow, client experience, efficiency, pricing, and workflow. This workshop connects the creative side of photography with the business decisions that allow you to grow.
This is ideal for photographers ready to move beyond the basics and build momentum.
Investment $899
Shoot and Scale
lodging and transportration is not included, some meals provided
Location: 887 West Marietta Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
day 1 starts 9am , day 2 ends at 5pm
2 day workshop
2026 Available Dates
May 12 and May 13
This immersive two day masterclass is for photographers who are ready to elevate every part of their work. Over two full days in the studio you will receive hands on shooting experience, in depth business strategy, and high touch mentorship.
We will cover shooting, light, client experience, workflow, pricing, and long term growth through real world examples and guided practice. This is a small group experience designed for photographers who want clarity, confidence, and a clear path forward.
You will leave with refined skills, stronger vision, and actionable next steps for your business.
Investment $2000
The Studio Mastermind
My biggest takeaway was; I invested in Marcie’s knowledge, experience, and expertise as a photography coach, and at the end of each training I realized Marcie had invested way more in me. Marcie doesn’t compare to any other photography coach, educator, or mentor I have ever had.
"Working with Marcie as my photography coach had the greatest impact on my professional photography career than any other investment."
hear it from past students
8. what is the most important thing to learn first when learning photography?
7. Do you use studio or artificial light?
6. What program do you use to cull your photos?
5. What Programs do you use to edit?
4. WHat is your favorite lens?
3. What type of camera do you use?
2. What camera should I buy for a new photographer?
1.what camera and lens do you recommend?
1. My top recommendation for a camera would the Sony A7 series (a7iii, a7iv). My top recommendation for a lens would be Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD G2 (Sony mount).
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2. Cameras are making a huge shift from DSLR to Mirrorless. While you can get a great deal on a used DSLR camera they are or will be soon not making them anymore or lenses to go with them. It's like buying an outdated car that they don't make parts for. I would look into any mirrorless system. Sony has been making mirrorless cameras the longest and there are a lot of lenses you can buy to go with them. Canon and Nikon are fairly new to the mirrorless game but putting out amazing cameras as well! My recommendation is a Sony a7ii or Sony a7iv for a new or advanced photographer.
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3. Right now I'm using the Sony a9ii and Canon R5.
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4. I use all Tamron lenses. I have been shooting with Tamron lenses since 2016 and I think they are the best out there. They are reliable, extremely well made, and rarely if ever have issues. They are like a Honda vehicle, you can rely on them to work great and not break! My main camera body is a Sony mirrorless so my favorite lenses are made for a Sony mirrorless camera. I love the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD G2 for every day shooting, I use my Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD for almost everything, and for sports I love the Tamron 70-300mm F/4.5-6.6 Di III RXD F/4.5-6.6 Di III RXD or Tamron 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD.
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5. I primarily use Adobe Lightroom Classic and Adobe Photoshop. For when I need to use AI for editing I use Imagen and Evoto.
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6. I use a program called Photo Mechanic to cull my photos and I couldn't live without it!
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7. I use studio lighting for certain situations like school volume photography, sports volume photography, professional headshots and other things like that. I use all Profoto lighting. I have the B10 and A2 lights.
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8. After you have learned how to use your camera and shoot in manual mode the next most important thing you need to learn is light. Light is absolutely everything with photography. The most expensive camera can't take a good picture in bad lighting. You have to learn and understand light to take the amazing photos you dream of.
