Standard Classes
COVID19 Notice- Update May 25th, 2022
Per Sacramento county guidelines, we are able to hold Studio Arts classes. Masks are not required but recommended.
We are committed to your safety and have reduced our class size. With that being said, we are excited to be bringing you in-person photography instruction and look forward to meeting you!
McKay Photography Academy offers a wide variety of photography classes to teach you digital photography and editing. Each course is in a small intimate setting and we have loads of fun learning as well!
“Amazing people, excellent teachers! I love learning at McKay Academy. David and Ally are very patient and want to make sure you fully understand what you are doing. I highly recommend McKay Academy for anyone looking into learning photography.” – Kelly
“Everything you want to know about your camera, but are afraid to ask is what this class is about. The instructors, David and Ally McKay broke down the basics of f/stop, shutter speed, aperture, and other common settings in the simplest of terms. You will have a basic understanding of all those buttons and dials on your camera after attending this course. What are you waiting for?” -Rick
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Immersion Courses
Designed to get you from where you are at in photography, to a whole new level with 2 full days of personalized photography instruction with David and Ally McKay! No matter what your photography level, you will learn a ton in this immersive learning environment!
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Photo Enthusiast Network
Photo Enthusiast Network is an amazing online community for you to learn, grow, and belong! Filled with hundreds of hours of course content for beginners through advanced, FREE webinar events, Image reviews, an exclusive FB group, and community discussion board, personal interaction with David and Ally and others and MUCH more, this is the place to learn online!
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Class FAQs:
David & Ally McKay have taught their photography courses to acclaim all over the nation. During these courses, which are taught classroom style, you will learn a ton of incredible information and insight into the wonderful world of photography. If you are excited to learn about photography and your camera and have no idea where to start, this is the perfect place for you.