Aurora Walk & Shoot Workshop
About this Event
An Outdoor Photography Experience with Nolan W. McCants
This immersive outdoor photography workshop is designed to sharpen your creative eye, strengthen your visual voice, and help you create photographs with greater intention, emotion, and impact.
🟠SHARPEN YOUR EYE
Begin seeing photographs others walk right past. Learn to recognize the power of light, shadow, perspective, framing, movement, and unexpected moments.
🟠STRENGTHEN YOUR VISUAL VOICE
Discover what draws you to an image and how to translate what you see and feel into photographs that communicate something meaningful.
🟠SHOOT WITH INTENTION
Move beyond simply taking pictures. Learn to compose with purpose and create images that carry story, emotion, and point of view.
🟠BUILD CREATIVE CONFIDENCE
Become more confident in what you choose to photograph, how you frame it, and why the image works.
🟠SEE THE ORDINARY DIFFERENTLY
Explore Downtown Aurora’s architecture, Fox River, theaters, streets, and public spaces while developing your ability to find extraordinary images in ordinary surroundings.
🟠LEARN THROUGH CRITIQUE
Following the walk, enjoy a light lunch and group review. Receive practical feedback that helps you recognize your strengths and elevate your work.
🟠GET YOUR WORK SEEN
Standout participant images will be selected for a special showcase on The Nolan Gallery website.
🟠THE OUTCOME
You’ll leave seeing differently. With a sharper creative eye, greater confidence, and a stronger ability to recognize, compose, and create photographs that tell compelling visual stories.
🟠YOUR GUIDE
Nolan W. McCants is an artist, award-winning global fine art photographer, and owner of The Nolan Gallery in Downtown Aurora. His work is known for finding the extraordinary in the ordinary and capturing culture, humanity, and intimate moments across more than 30 countries.
No technical expertise required. This is not a camera mechanics class. Bring any camera you’re comfortable using—even in automatic mode.
Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 11:30AM
Location: The Nolan Gallery, 33 S. Stolp Ave, Lower Level, Aurora, IL 60506
Ages: 14 and up
Fee: $149
Light Refreshments Included
Limited Slots Available
Pro Tip: Comfortable shoes are highly recommended.
Any digital device is acceptable: (Iphone/ Android, DSLR, Mirrorless Camera, etc.) Cameras are ideal. Clean your lens. Make sure you have adequate storage.
REGISTER NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
Don’t miss this opportunity to capture Historic Downtown Aurora and Stolp Island—its architecture, the Fox River, people, and street life—alongside Nolan W. McCants.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 149.00
