Photography

The Peggy Kelly Media Arts Studios features a complete photography studio available for rent and a large darkroom for use by members of the Art Center or the Crosstown Camera Club. See the Darkroom Open Studio listing in the schedule for details.

Photography Courses are taught by leading professionals, many of whom are listed below. Call 612-915-6602 for more information.

Geordie Griffiths
Minneapolis photographer Geordie Griffiths received his bachelor's degree in psychology from St. John's University before pursuing a career in photography. His documentary work as been widely exhibited and is included in the permanent collections of the Minnesota Historical Society. He works locally as a wedding, portrait, editorial and commercial photographer. Griffiths teaches our Introduction to Photographic Studio Lighting classes throughout the year. He can also arrange private lessons in composition, camera settings, lighting, portfolio development and more to suit your individual needs.

Ric Johnson
Photographer and veteran instructor Ric Johnson has taught Beginning and Intermediate Black and White Darkroom courses at the Edina Art Center for six years. His knowledge of black and white photography and thorough instruction techniques contribute to his students learning to produce high-quality negatives and prints.

Polly Norman
Professional photographer and artist Polly Norman has won many awards for her fine art photography and abstract painting. Her class, Hand Coloring Black-and-White Photos, starts with a demo on how to color a photographic portrait with students following along with the instructor. Then, the class practices on student's own prints, if they choose to bring them.

Stephen Haynes
A photographer since 1969, Stephen Haynes is an internationally-known and published expert whose principal subject is the fine art nude. His work has appeared in several juried shows and in multiple online venues. He currently works with a high-end Canon digital SLR system to produce fine art prints for sale nationally.

Each of the skilled photography instructors is available for private individualized lessons. Call the Media Arts Studios at 612-915-6602 for more information.