Beginner Macro Photography

We know that you love visiting the Butterfly Pavilion! We also know that one of the best parts of any visit is capturing photos of our gorgeous butterflies and unique insects. With our Beginning Macro Photography Class, you can join our resident bug photographer Bob Krugmire and learn some of the photography basics (along with […]

Beginner Macro Photography

We know how much you love visiting Butterfly Pavilion—and one of the best parts of any visit is snapping stunning photos of our beautiful butterflies and fascinating insects!

Now, with our Beginning Macro Photography Class, you can join resident bug photographer Bob Krugmire to explore the essentials of photography. Whether you’re new to photography, looking to sharpen your skills, or just love capturing the tiny world of bugs, this class is perfect for you!

Bob will guide you through the basics, sharing his favorite tips and tricks to elevate your photos. The class covers both traditional cameras and cell phone photography, ensuring you’ll have fun while learning no matter what equipment you use.

2026 Dates:

October 10
November 14
December 12

Private Classes:
Interested in a private Beginner Macro Photography class for your group? Contact our education department at education@butterflies.org to schedule.

📸 Photo Policy: Click here to download Butterfly Pavilion’s photo policy.

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