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Camera Lessons Online

Online Photography Classes

Online Photography Lessons

Learn Photography Online ANYWHERE in the US

Need help with your photography but don’t live in the greater Cincinnati area? No problem! All of my private lessons are available via our easy video conference solution (screen share available) or FaceTime (iPhone, iPad or Mac).

I help you get UnStuck – ask us anything! From help with your digital camera or smart phone to advanced photo editing and everything in between.

SPECIAL SEASONAL SAVINGS NOW! Any skill level – Absolute beginners to Aspiring Pros! It’s just $60  $50 for 1 hour, or $99 $90 for 2 hours. No code needed!

Get a group of friends together and learn tons of photo tips!

Learn how to use your Camera Online

  • I can help beginners get the most out of AUTO – we won’t talk over your head! From iPhone to SLR I have simple tricks to get great photos you’ve never considered. I even have the teens flabbergasted in summer camp!
  • I can help anyone Go Beyond AUTO – step by step
  • How to AVOID using Manual Mode! Believe us – I really try to USE the 100 years of engineering that has gone into making our cameras. Why throw all that away with using Manual Mode?? I’ll show you how to get what you want the EASY WAY taking best advantage of all those people in white lab coats, plus knowing when and how to tweak a button here or there to really kick things up – FAST & SIMPLE!
  • We can cover easy tricks for focus, exposure, action, lighting & flash, composition, which lens to use and why, and then some!
  • We can also cover advanced techniques for flash, exposure, action and more. Malinda has experience from studio & locatin work to daily news and everything in between.

Simple Solutions for Learning Online

What’s Included:

  • 1 or 2 hour Virtual Lessons with video conferencing, and/or 2-way screen sharing. Don’t worry -my solution takes no work on your part. Just click the link.
  • Handouts give you a great reference for later.
  • Access to our private Flickr Group

Online Help with Photoshop and Lightroom, or Mac Photos

Need help with editing? Two-way easy Screen-Sharing available via your computer’s browser. I’ll walk you through any editing help you’d like. From just getting started with your software to advanced head swapping – I have decades of experience from iPhone to Photoshop. TONS of time-saving tips plus handouts to keep for handy reference.
I have honed my skills in editing as well as teaching – keeping things easy to understand and learn – after all, that’s why you’re here! I want you to be able to hone your skills in as simple a manner as possible!

Ready Set GO!

Ok, let’s get you started!

  1. Choose 1 hour for $60 or 2 hours for $99.
  2. Pick your date/time.
  3. Tell us what camera/software you’re using, a bit about your skill level… & what you’d like to cover.
  4. We accept Paypal, MasterCard, Visa, American Express. Times are Eastern Standard Time. Available in the US only.
  5. You’ll get a reminder email before your lesson.
  6. We’ll send you a link for your 2-way video conference. You shouldn’t need to install anything – just click from your browser.
  7. We’ll share pdf handouts of what we cover with tips for your specific camera or your software.
  8. Keep in mind if you’re using your mobile device on a cellular connection, data rates may apply.
  9. You’ll be invited to our private Flickr Group where you can share your work and get some feedback. Plus feel free to email questions after your lesson.


  • I am a beginner at photography but I will tell you on my very first one on one lesson with Melinda I learned so much. She taught me more on the first lesson then I could have imagined! She was so nice and helpful. I feel confident at I will be able to take the photos I want when I am done with my lessons! I would highly recommend ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Michele
  • Working with Hartong Digital for some photography lessons was amazing. Within the first few minutes, I had already started taking better pictures. Malinda has this down to a science and after a few tweaks here and there, your pictures are professional grade. I enjoyed the time with her, she's funny, easy going, and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend investing with Hartong, you will get the best.
    Dawn
  • Malinda is an extremely fun, informative and engaging instructor who will elevate your skills and passion for your photography journey. Whether you are a beginner, pro or hobbiest, you will be ecstatic that you made the choice of attending any of her classes or workshops. She is truly amazing!
    Lynn

  • I just want to say THANK YOU, because I am finally understanding the settings on my camera!  Between the classes and the 1st private lesson, do I dare say that I am finally understanding Program and AV mode?!  You have gotten me excited about using my camera again!

    Tracy
  • I've had 1 photography lesson with Malinda so far, focusing on lighting, especially Malinda's favorite function -- exposure compensation. When you figure it out, you can finally take photos like this one of John the Lion at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. I'm proud of this one and grateful for an awesome teacher. ❤️ [caption id="attachment_11305" align="aligncenter" width="267"]photo of lion with dark background unedited straight out of camera adjusting exposure[/caption]
    Jen
    straight out of camera