Coffee and Cameras

Over Coffee & Warm Bagels

Downtown McAllen’s Most Relaxed Photography Experience.
A slow-paced, social, morning program—drop off the kids, head downtown, and learn manual mode step by step in a supportive group.

Learn Photography Designed Around

Enjoy a photography workshop designed for your busy lifestyle. Our sessions offer flexible timing, a supportive community of local women, and a relaxed pace that lets you learn without pressure. Connect, create, and grow your skills in a warm, welcoming environment tailored just for you.

Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM; after school drop-off.

Our workshop is scheduled after school drop off, making it easy to join without rushing. Enjoy learning photography at a time that fits your daily routine and commitments.

Enjoy coffee and bagels with others in McAllen.

Meet others who share your passion for photography. Build friendships, exchange tips, and enjoy a sense of belonging in a positive, encouraging environment.

One concept per week with round-table discussion and guided practice.

Learn at a comfortable pace. No pressure, no rush; our workshop is designed to let you absorb new skills at a pace that works for you. Perfect for beginners and those who want to enjoy the process.

📸 How Each Session Unfolds

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Socializing, Coffee, & Homework showcase
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Coffee & Round Table Lesson
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Guided Hands-On Shooting Practice
Private WhatsApp group to connect, ask questions, and share photos with your class.

📚 6-Week Digestible Curriculum

Master photography step by step with our expertly designed 6 week course. Each week focuses on a key skill, blending hands-on practice with clear instruction; so you can confidently move from beginner to skilled photographer without feeling overwhelmed.

*Curriculum taught by CCP Certified photographers.

Week 1: Camera Dials & Ditching Auto Mode
Week 2: Aperture & Background Blur (Depth of Field)
Week 3: Shutter Speed & Freezing Motion
Week 4: ISO, Low Light, & Natural Window Light
Week 5: Composition, Framing, & Downtown McAllen Photo Walk
Week 6: Final Photo Showcase & Goodbye Celebration

📅 Class begins Tuesday

Make Friends or Bring a Friend

☕️ Coffee & Cameras Workshop

A relaxed, beginner-friendly 6-week workshop designed for those to learn photography at a comfortable pace.

Individual Pass Tuition: $299

👯 Bring a Friend & Save

Register for you, and a friend and receive a discount at checkout!

Duo Pass
Tuition: $498

Coffee & Cameras is an official community program powered by RGV Photography Workshops. You get expert instruction from an established school, and professional studio space – delivered in a warm, low-pressure morning.