Dates & times
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- 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Phone-Camera Flower Photography at Atlanta Botanical Garden
A flower photo on a phone involves more than choosing a subject: light, framing, lens options and a small edit can all change the image. Smartphone Flower Photography puts those decisions at the center of an all-levels workshop led by Atlanta School of Photography director Sara Keith at Atlanta Botanical Garden.
Work with the camera already in your pocket
The Garden describes a practical session photographing its grounds with a smartphone. Its announced topics range from phone-specific features and tips—including ones for Apple and Samsung devices—to lighting, composition, lens choices and simple edits. That makes the class relevant to people who want to understand what their current phone can do, rather than learn on a separate camera system.
The Garden says photographers of all experience levels are welcome. It does not name a required phone model, editing app, extra lens attachment or finished project, so attendees should not assume they need particular equipment or software.
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An Atlanta photography educator leads the class
The Garden identifies the instructor as Sara Keith, director and owner of Atlanta School of Photography. Her event biography says she earned a bachelor’s degree in photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design and minored in film and television. It also lists photography and consulting clients including the Woodruff Arts Center, Delta, Inspire Brands, US Bank, Mailchimp and Ponce City Market.
The school’s staff roster lists its director as Sara Keith Jones and associates her with workshops. The Garden uses Sara Keith for this event; both forms appear in the sources.
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A class registration is different from a photo-shoot reservation
The Garden’s general policy allows casual personal pictures with a handheld smartphone without a separate photography reservation or fee, but admission is still required. That policy does not replace registration for this scheduled class. The workshop listing does not say whether its fee includes Garden admission, so check that before completing your plans.
The Garden’s guidance says tripods, lighting equipment, props and other added setup require prior permission. If you are considering bringing anything beyond a handheld phone, check with the Garden first. Visitors must stay on designated paths and may not touch or handle plants.
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The choices behind a phone photograph
The announced topics connect phone-specific tips with lighting and composition, then consider what a different lens or a simple edit can change. The Garden describes the workshop as all-levels; it does not publish a timed lesson sequence.
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · Atlanta Botanical Garden
- Smartphone Flower Photography with Sara Keith; workshop topics include lighting, composition, smartphone-specific techniques and simple edits.
Registration and visit details
Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.–noon
The workshop is at Atlanta Botanical Garden, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309.
$80; $75 for Garden members
Register by Nov. 10. Garden admission is required to enter, but the workshop listing does not state whether admission is included in the class fee.
The Garden’s general ticket policy states that a $5 processing fee applies to online or phone orders. The event listing does not clarify whether that fee is assessed on this workshop registration.
Atlanta School of Photography’s general refund policy provides a full refund or credit if the school cancels, or if a student cancels more than three full business days (more than 72 hours) before an event. It provides a 50% refund for cancellations 24–72 hours before the start, and no refund within 24 hours or after an event begins. The school says events may be canceled for under-enrollment 24 hours before the first class, with a full refund or credit. The sources do not establish whether these terms apply to this Garden-registered workshop; confirm the applicable cancellation and refund policy when registering.
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Check the age rule if registering someone under 15
The Garden categorizes the workshop under Adults Programming. Atlanta School of Photography’s general policy sets a minimum age of 15 for its classes and workshops, but the Garden listing does not give an event-specific age limit. Confirm whether the school’s general policy applies to this session.
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Getting to and around the Garden
MARTA
Atlanta Botanical Garden is adjacent to Piedmont Park in Midtown. MARTA NextGen Bus Route 7 stops at the Monroe Drive entrance and may be boarded at the King Memorial, Lindbergh and West End train stations.
Parking and payment
On-site parking for Garden guests is in the SAGE Parking Facility, Levels 4–6, via the Piedmont Avenue entrance. The facility is card-only; cash is not accepted.
Published rates are free for 0–30 minutes, $3 for 31–60 minutes, then $2 for each additional 30 minutes, up to a $30 daily maximum. The lost-ticket fee is $30.
The Garden itself is also credit/debit card only; it does not accept cash.
Wheelchair and scooter access
The Garden says nearly all its areas are accessible to wheelchair and scooter users. Complimentary wheelchairs are available during a visit in limited quantities, first-come, first-served, and cannot be reserved.
Scooter rental is $30 plus tax for four hours, with a $5 member discount. Renters must pay by credit card, show photo ID and a valid driver’s license, be at least 21, and sign a rental agreement. Scooters are unavailable in inclement weather, and rentals cannot be reserved.
The workshop listing does not identify its route or activity locations. For session-specific access questions, contact the Garden at 404-876-5859.
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Before you make a plan
Does the workshop fee include Garden admission?
Garden admission is required to enter, but the workshop listing does not say whether it is included in the class fee. Confirm when registering.
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Is the class suitable for beginners?
The Garden describes it as suitable for all experience levels.
Do I need a particular phone, app or lens?
The listing does not specify a required model, app or lens attachment. It describes the workshop as smartphone-focused and covers lens choices and simple edits.
Can I bring a tripod or other photography equipment?
The Garden’s general photography policy requires prior permission for tripods, lighting equipment, props and other added setup. Check with the Garden before bringing gear beyond a handheld phone.
Location & Google Maps
Atlanta Botanical Garden
1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
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