Founded in late 2007 by award winning photographer Ana Belic, GTA Photography Classes began as a side business out of her loft, when a friend asked if she teaches photography. ”Of course”, she quickly replied and went on to develop PHOTO 101 for a small class of just two of her friends. The students found a new passion for photography, while she found a new passion for teaching. Over just a short period of time, interest and awareness grew so large she decided to open a school in downtown Toronto. To date, thousands of students ranging from young teens to retired professionals have enrolled in the classes.
GTA Photography Classes offers a variety of classes for all skill levels, ranging from beginners to more advanced skill sets. To provide students the option that best suits their ideal learning environment and schedule; the studio offers multiple sessions from the four-week program, weekend boot camp sessions and even one-on-one custom tutoring. GTA Photography works to teach their students key principles in photography, while ensuring a fun and interactive environment.
If you haven’t heard of us yet, here is a brief summary of what we are about:
HANDS-ON CLASSES 
We understand the importance of practical and hands-on workshops. We can sit and lecture in a classroom until the cows come home, but from our experience the students learn best when we let them take their camera out for a spin! This is what we specialize in: making our classes as interactive as possible.
LIMITED CLASS SIZES 
We know that sitting in classes with 50 other people can be somewhat overwhelming. This is why our classes are limited to as many students that we can count on our hands. Students are encouraged to participate and ask questions throughout all classes and field trips. We find that this allows us to ensure that every individual in the class has understood the concepts and can apply their new skills when they leave our class.
BOUTIQUE STUDIO : DOWNTOWN TORONTO (King & Yonge) 
We are centrally located at King and Yonge, just a short walk from King station. Instead of the traditional classroom setting, these classes are set in a relaxed living-room style studio, where students can sit back on a couch, while we do the rest!
AFTER SCHOOL 
We put a lot of focus on building a community with our students and encouraging them to get involved even after the classes are done. Photography contests, semi-annual exhibits, online forum, and social gatherings are just some of the many initiatives we have introduced to keep you shooting! Take the class and participation in these events is FREE!
Twice a year, GTA Photography Classes holds an 8 week competition for all students. At the end of the competition, the finalists have their work exhibited in the studio, while friends and family are invited to come see their work and enjoy wine, cheese and good fun!
KNOWLEDGEABLE INSTRUCTORS
We have instructors that are not only good at photography but are also good at teaching! We learned early on that the two do not necessarily go hand in hand. All of our instructors consistently get 5 start reviews. They all believe in a practical and hands-on approach when teaching, all while making the classes fun and interactive. Take a look at our instructor line up at the following link: Instructors
If you have read enough and you are sold, then go ahead to our CLASSES page and check out the classes we have to offer:
