Nolan’s Walk and Shoot
An Outdoor Photography Experience with Nolan W. McCants
Join Nolan W. McCants—artist, award-winning global photographer, and owner of The Nolan Gallery in Downtown Aurora—for a rare and inspiring outdoor photography workshop designed to sharpen your eye and deepen your creative connection to what you shoot.
Date: Saturday, July 19
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: The Nolan Gallery, 33 S. Stolp Ave, Lower Level, Aurora, IL 60506
Ages: 14 and up
Fee: $99
Limited Slots Available
Workshop Overview:
- Walkable Inspiration: Capture the character and charm of Downtown Aurora’s architecture, the Fox River, theaters, and public spaces.
- Creative Focus: Using natural light, shadows, and framing to tell captivating visual stories. This workshop emphasizes artistic vision—not camera mechanics.
- Shoot with Purpose: Get in touch with why you’re drawn to certain images and how to express that emotion in your work.
- Lunch & Critique: After the walk, enjoy a light lunch and group review of the day’s captures. Nolan will offer supportive insights and compositional critiques to help you elevate your photography.
- Participant Showcase: Nolan will select standout images from participants to be featured in a special gallery on The Nolan Gallery website, celebrating the day’s creative achievements.
Note: This is not a technical camera class. Bring any camera you’re comfortable with—even if you shoot in automatic.
Pro Tip: Comfortable shoes are highly recommended.
Register now to reserve your spot!
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to walk, shoot, and learn alongside Nolan W. McCants in the city that inspires his own work.
