A Year of Creative Photography-2026 Live Version

Online + Live Session + Instructor Feedback

January - December 2026

✨ Unleash Your Creative Vision in 2026 ✨

  Imagine spending an entire year pushing the boundaries of your photography, exploring new techniques, and creating images that truly reflect your unique vision. A Year of Creative Photography isn’t just another course — it’s a transformative journey designed to spark inspiration month after month, challenge you in exciting new ways, and connect you with a supportive community of photographers who “get it.”  

In 2026, enrollment is limited to only 50 photographers,  so that Lori can give you the focused attention you deserve — including personalized image reviews, one-on-one guidance, and deeper engagement during live Q&A sessions. This intimate setting ensures stronger connections, tailored feedback,
and the space to grow in ways you never thought possible.

  Each month, you’ll dive into fresh themes such as Abstract, Movement, Impressionistic, Visual Stories, Shadows, Creative Light, and Texture — designed to keep you shooting, experimenting, and evolving your craft all year long.  

Whether you’re just starting out or already advanced, this 12-month program will give you the tools, challenges, and encouragement to elevate your photography — and keep the creative spark alive.

What is included with the course?

12 Months of Content

On the 1st of each month you will receive a new themed short course. The content includes artists' inspiration, shooting techniques, editing ideas, and so much more. Each short course is created with beginner and advanced topics. 

Supportive community

All students can participate in the community group. This space gives you a place to share your images and ideas. Gain feedback and inspiration from the other photographers.  The program does use Facebook for the community  group portion of the course. 

Monthly Live Session

Live Zoom Session for support, feedback on images, and Q/A on activities. This session is recorded for when you cannot attend. 

instructor image feedback

Each month, you can share one final image to be reviewed in the final live session! This is a great, safe space to share your work and get input on composition, light, editing, etc.. 

Lori Lankford

Creator and Instructor

Lori Lankford is a photographer and instructor passionate about helping others see the world in new and creative ways. Six years ago she created A Year of Creative Photography, her signature program designed to guide photographers through a full year of artistic growth. With a focus on flowers, nature, and abstract details, Lori’s work has been exhibited in galleries across the U.S. She continues to share her love of photography through workshops, online courses, and her vibrant teaching community.

You can learn more about Lori on her website, www.lorilankford.com.  

Testimonials

 This is just an awesome class for truly every level photographer.  if you're still a beginner it will open your eyes and teach you some new skills. If you're at an intermediate level, like I feel that I am, it will totally challenge your creativity and give you the competency to explore new skills and genres.  I believe even an expert photographer will see things in a new way during this course.  Lori is such an easy to understand instructor; her love for the craft is evident, she is knowledgeable and so approachable when you just don't get it. She fosters a group camaraderie both on the group's FB page and in her zoom meetings. It has changed the way I approach much of my own photography and has given me an appreciation for genres I would have never tried before the course.
 
Joining Lori for A Year of Creative Photography in 2023 was one of the best decisions I’ve made on my photographic journey. Exploring different facets and methods of making and editing photos really awoke my previously sleeping creative muse. I loved that each monthly topic offered up valuable instruction, varied examples, and the time to explore different techniques without feeling rushed. Lori is a knowledgeable and an actively engaged instructor who generously offers up feedback and suggestions beyond the formal instruction. As a bonus, being a part of the private Facebook group allowed for learning from others in the class as well. It was a great experience all the way around!


Joining this class has been really good for me.  I've been encouraged and challenged to go outside of my comfort zone, literally, to capture images that I would never have imagined before. I love the format of this class, with instruction and videos that let you work at your own pace, as well as constructive feedback from Lori as well as the other members.


"This class is a must if you have ever wondered what is possible within digital photography or have wanted to be creatively challenged throughout the year. Lori brings her masterful artistry and inherent joy to each module and presents some of the clearest and most supportive guidance to be found online or in person on each topic. When I signed up for the class, I had a basic knowledge of how to shoot in manual mode and was relatively new to digital editing software. After the first few modules, I felt inspired, rejuvenated, and more in control of my craft. Lori offers each lesson in a supportive yet challenging way and treats each enrollee as an equal. As an introvert, I often find it hard to ask questions or show my work during classes. Lori’s course offered me a safe place to grow. I enjoyed it so much that I’m enrolled in it again to build on what I learned last year, taking my photography to the next level. " Jill W 2021 and 2022 Student


"This class has been good for me because I’ve been challenged to explore in detail different aspects of photography: light, color, shadow, movement, abstract photography, photographing water, and more. Each month has brought a different area to explore with thorough instructions, and Lori’s support has been very helpful. The other student's work has inspired me with different ideas and different viewpoints and to work hard to improve my photography and editing."


"Lori's classes are exceptional in every respect - her enthusiasm was contagious; her preparation always exceeded expectations; class activities and assignments were challenging and motivating, and her feedback was constructive and right on target."

"Learn techniques you’ll only find in college photography courses in this well-taught class while keeping camera and editing skills growing."

Pay in Full  

$550


3 Monthly INstallments 

$575/ $191.66 a month


Frequently Asked Questions 

Students will have access to the full course until March 1, 2027. Each month's content will be available as a website link or a downloadable document, which you can reference for as long as you like. 

The program was built for beginner to advanced photographers. You do not have to learn or master all of the content each month. Start where you are and grow throughout the year. 

The program is built with several activities/lessons for each month. You can do one lesson or all of them, depending on how much time you have available. Even if you do not get to all lessons you have access to the content and can flag it to come back to at a later date. The entire months course content to review and watch is between 1-2 hours in length. 

You will have the material to reference at a later date. Sometimes students cannot participate one month out of the year. That is ok. Often students will use vacation or planned trips to work on the month's assignment. The live sessions are recorded and ready for your to watch once you are ready. 

The gear needed is what is already in your bag. You can use any lens, any camera to work through this course. I will share recommended gear for each month, but it is not required. 

Live sessions are always recorded! The 1st session is on the second Sunday at 6pm est. The second session is on the last Sunday of the month at 6pm est.