Richard’s Blog
Why We Print
Ansel Adams, the great nature photographer of the 20th Century, observed this: The negative is the “score,” and the print is the "virtuoso." It would seem so - original Ansel Adams prints sell for upwards of $10,000 each.
Cold Weather Photography
How should I use my camera? In the rain and snow? In days of old I used underwater cameras when I was in heavy rain or snow.
All Photography Programs In Chicago Are Not Created Equal!
Our classes are the only non-university photography classes in Chicago that can give you the skills and experience you need to be on gallery walls. Photographs that are suitable for gallery walls are also suitable for inclusion in a photographer's portfolio. Showing portfolios is how photographers get work.
Season Party and Annual Bake-Off
Attend our "Bake Off" at our Ravenswood location for some good food, good fun and fine photographs on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 7 p.m. sharp. It’s not a sale, it’s a contest, and the first prize is worth $400!
Just Ask The Question
Around here, we like to think that as our students progress through our programs, they actually learn something, they have developed real skills that they can use for their journey of lifelong learning of photography.
To Ponder: A Few Words From Ira Glass…
Here are some thoughts from Ira Glass on creative people wanting to "give up."
Effective Immediately, RSCPC 12 Step Certificate Program
Richard Stromberg's Chicago Photography Classes will Provide a certificate to every student or potential student who completes our 12 step program.
Photography Certificates & Hyperbole
There are so many photography classes in Chicago – promising everyone that signs up, "the world" (of photography). What's real and what's not.
Are You Shopping for Photography Classes?
Do you know what you are buying? Do you want to spend years and $30,000+ learning photography and have debt to pay off? Or how about spending years doing photography and spending less than $3,000 with no debt? Read on, this might save you money!
From Zero To Gallery Walls Within Nine Months: Thank You For Checking Us Out
This is what we have to offer you. If you have never taken a photography class before we think this is the best place in Chicago for you to start. Go from zero to gallery walls within nine months...
Registration Policies?
First Photo I Class FREE! If you don't like the free 90-minute workshop or the first Photo I class: NO CHARGE, NO OBLIGATION, NO SALESPERSON WILL EVER CALL! We will not accept your money for Classes until after you have sampled the goods.
Downtown Photo I Class Without The Downtown Price
Starting Tuesday March 1st at 6:00 PM we are proud to offer our first downtown Chicago – seven session Photo I class.
Two Free Classes Two
We have always let prospective students attend the first Photo I Class for no charge.
Serious Learning For People Who Are Serious About Learning Photography
What do we mean by that?
Why This Student Centered Photo Program Is Unique
The other day someone on the phone asked me what the difference is between the classes that we have here and the classes at the places on Lincoln Avenue?
Chicago’s Original Student-Centered Photography Program
What does it mean to be "student-centered"? How is a "student-centered" program different from other photography programs?
Work Getting in the Way? We Run Our Classes to Fit Your Schedule
Can't attend classes because your work schedule is unpredictable? If you're like so many of us trying to make a living these days, you're probably working more than 40 hours a week. Some nights you get out on time. Other nights you stay late?
Lifelong Learning, Not Academic Imitation
Chicago Photography Classes, where "good enough" is NOT !
Why We Don’t Accept Credit Cards (or Economics 101)
Here's a dirty little secret about running a business: Every time a customer pays with a credit card, the bank that issues the card gets a commission on the transaction. In other words, a Fee, a percentage on the total amount charged.
Why Our Classes Are Different
Don't let the big windows and high ceilings elsewhere, fool you! It's What Happens In The Classroom That Counts!
Mission Statement
What is the difference between a community center devoted to photography and a photography school in the community? "Intent!"
History of the Stop-Of-Light Handout
Remember, as with all of my prose, put tongue in cheek and smile. A grain is way too much salt to take while reading this.
Talking The Talk and Walking The Walk
To use the vernacular of the 1990's what's the difference between, "talking the talk" and "walking the walk." When we say that we're "student-centered" we demonstrate that by our actions every day, 24/7.
Welcome to the “People’s Program”
Most of the schools teaching art and photography tend to turn out people who become "Elitist." You know the kind; they somehow think they're a little better than the rest of us. They send out the message, "I'm superior." or I'm "too good" for the rest of you.
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Featured Posts
Welcome to the “People’s Program”
Talking The Talk and Walking The Walk
History of the Stop-Of-Light Handout
Mission Statement
Why Our Classes Are Different
Why We Don’t Accept Credit Cards (or Economics 101)
Lifelong Learning, Not Academic Imitation
Work Getting in the Way? We Run Our Classes to Fit Your Schedule
Chicago’s Original Student-Centered Photography Program
Why This Student Centered Photo Program Is Unique
Serious Learning For People Who Are Serious About Learning Photography
Two Free Classes Two
Downtown Photo I Class Without The Downtown Price
Registration Policies?
From Zero To Gallery Walls Within Nine Months: Thank You For Checking Us Out
Are You Shopping for Photography Classes?
Photography Certificates & Hyperbole
Richard Stromberg
is the preeminent photography teacher in Chicago and has devoted more than 40 years to his students. He has worked in photography since 1964, including catalog, fashion, advertising and editorial assignments. And he founded the renowned Jane Addams Hull House photography program in 1969. Read More.