MDR Photography Classes are held at Christina Peters’ photography studio called Merseyside Studios in Marina Del Rey. Class sizes will be strictly limited in order to provide maximum time and attention for each student. Each student is invited to get the most out of each class by presenting specific questions and concerns about his or her own work and/or career.

Upcoming Classes:

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Get Searchable! The Basics of SEO (Search Engine Optimization) - Private Instruction Class

A great class to show you how to optimize your website for better search results.

Get Searchable with SEO Class click here!

Instructor: Christina Peters
Dates: This is an ongoing private instruction class. Please see class page for more info.

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Food Styling and Photography Techniques

for Culinary Professionals, Food Writers and Bloggers

Christina is very excited to invite you to join us for an intensive weekend workshop devoted to teaching writers, bloggers and culinary professionals how to improve their food photographs. Two day intensive with day one all about food styling and day two we focus on food photography


Instructors: Christina Peters, Denise Vivaldo, and Cindie Flannigan
Date: June 2nd, & 3rd, 2012


Food Styling and Photo Techniques Class click here!

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Natural Light Food Photography for Chefs, Food Bloggers, Designers and Foodies.

This class was one of Tasting Table’s Approved events for January! A fun class for anyone with an interest in food photography. This class is tailored not for the professional photographer, but for those who want to create delicious and attractive images for their web sites, blogs or small printed pieces. Students will learn a variety of fun and simple techniques for preparing, presenting and photographing all types of food. Class includes an actual photo shoot in the studio with natural light, followed by instruction on importing files to a computer and optimizing them for publication on the web. This is not a food styling class.

Requirements: You must have a digital camera and have basic skills in its use. A laptop for downloading and editing photo files is helpful but not required.

Natural Light Food Photography Class click here!

Instructor: Christina Peters and Prop Stylist Amy Paliwoda
Date: Saturday, June 30th, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 -5:30 p.m.
All-day class includes coffee, tea, light refreshments and lunch.

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The Business of Photography, Every You Need To Know, Really!

This class is for everyone who wants to launch a career in photography. Christina will lead students step-by-step through the techniques and strategies for creating, maintaining and building a successful photography business. Turn your passion into profit! If you can do what you love for a living, you'll never work a day in your life. Pricing, marketing, taxes, and state agency rules and regulations will be covered.

Business of Photography Class click here!


Instructor: Christina Peters
Date: To Be Determined - please email us if you’re interested.
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
All-day class includes coffee, tea, light refreshments and lunch.

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Studio Light Food Photography for Chefs, Food Bloggers, Designers and Foodies

This is a class for beginners to learn how to use Tungsten light in food photography.
Learn to create shots like this at home! A fun class for anyone interested in food photography. This class is tailored not for the professional photographer, but for those who want to create delicious and attractive images for their web sites, blogs and small printed pieces. Students will learn a variety of fun and simple techniques for preparing, presenting and photographing all types of food. Class includes an actual photo shoot in the studio using Tungsten light followed by instruction on importing files to a computer and optimizing them for print. Christina will have inexpensive lighting kits available for each student to use. Christina will go over shooting with Tungsten light in detail. If you like the kit you will have the opportunity to purchase it. Please email Christina for details. This is not a food styling class.

Instructor: Christina Peters and Prop Stylist Amy Paliwoda
Date: Please email us to be on the list for when we pick a new date.
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
All-day class includes coffee, tea, light refreshments and lunch.

Studio Light Food Photography Class click here!