Do You Want to Learn Photography?
Hi! I’m Kathy Libby. I live in Southern New Jersey and have two passions--Photography and Teaching. I'm excited about photography and want to share all I've learned with others.
I am proud to say that I am self-taught. If you’ve been browsing my website, then you know I got my first SLR film camera as a college graduation gift. I had a couple of art classes that had piqued my interest in photography. So, I was really excited when I got the camera, and I rushed out and got some books on photography to teach myself.
I had put my camera down when I became vegetarian/vegan. (Film is not vegan.) It wasn’t until digital cameras came out that I was able to get back into photography. I eventually bought a DSLR (a Canon 40D). Oh, I loved it! Again, I picked up some books. This time though, I also had YouTube to learn from. I spent hours upon hours in front of my laptop studying how to do things. I’d sit there holding my camera, so I could practice what I was watching. If I wasn’t studying YouTube videos or books, I was out somewhere trying to put the skills I was learning into practice.
I think that has all influenced the way I teach. I don’t just lecture. I am very hands-on. I believe in showing my students where features are on their cameras and having my students practice both in the classroom and in between classes.
I've been teaching for the Cape May County Library & Cape May County Tech School since the beginning of 2022. I love to combine teaching & photography to those who want to learn. I love the creative control you get from a DSLR or Mirrorless camera on Manual Modes. If you want to take control of your camera and learn to make images, let's talk!
South Jersey offers an abundance of photographic opportunities. Whether it's sunrises/sunsets, beach landscapes, birds, flowers, nautical or more, we've got it!!
So, if you'd like to learn photography, I'd like to help! Feel free to contact me, and we'll work something out and have some fun!! Below, you’ll find my current class offerings. Check back frequently to find out about more classes. In the meantime…
Happy Shooting!!
I am proud to say that I am self-taught. If you’ve been browsing my website, then you know I got my first SLR film camera as a college graduation gift. I had a couple of art classes that had piqued my interest in photography. So, I was really excited when I got the camera, and I rushed out and got some books on photography to teach myself.
I had put my camera down when I became vegetarian/vegan. (Film is not vegan.) It wasn’t until digital cameras came out that I was able to get back into photography. I eventually bought a DSLR (a Canon 40D). Oh, I loved it! Again, I picked up some books. This time though, I also had YouTube to learn from. I spent hours upon hours in front of my laptop studying how to do things. I’d sit there holding my camera, so I could practice what I was watching. If I wasn’t studying YouTube videos or books, I was out somewhere trying to put the skills I was learning into practice.
I think that has all influenced the way I teach. I don’t just lecture. I am very hands-on. I believe in showing my students where features are on their cameras and having my students practice both in the classroom and in between classes.
I've been teaching for the Cape May County Library & Cape May County Tech School since the beginning of 2022. I love to combine teaching & photography to those who want to learn. I love the creative control you get from a DSLR or Mirrorless camera on Manual Modes. If you want to take control of your camera and learn to make images, let's talk!
South Jersey offers an abundance of photographic opportunities. Whether it's sunrises/sunsets, beach landscapes, birds, flowers, nautical or more, we've got it!!
So, if you'd like to learn photography, I'd like to help! Feel free to contact me, and we'll work something out and have some fun!! Below, you’ll find my current class offerings. Check back frequently to find out about more classes. In the meantime…
Happy Shooting!!
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Announcement!! I now offer Private Lessons! For Learning Photography & Lightroom Classic Simply contact me. Join me for hands-on, one on one lessons, where we discuss the basics of using a digital DSLR/Mirrorless camera. Learn important photography terminology and basics of what the buttons/knobs on your camera are for. This training will be done on a personalized, individual basis either online over Zoom/Skype OR In Person. Let me help you learn how to use YOUR camera and followed by learning how to edit your photos with Adobe Lightroom Classic. Just contact me at 609 408 8550 or [email protected] and we'll have some fun while you learn your specific camera, photography and editing! |
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New!!
I'm taking on new students & instructing in Beginners Lightroom Classic Students must have own licensed subscription to Adobe Lightroom Classic on their laptop. For more information, Feel free to contact me at 609 408 8550 or [email protected]. 
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Announcing!!
I am instructing a Beginners Lightroom Classic Class at the Cape May County Library, CMCH Branch Registration Open Aug 27th All course dates are on Tuesdays, 1pm-2:30pm at the Cape May Co. Library, Cape May Court House Branch
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Announcing!! I will be instructing a Digital Photography Beginners Class at the Cape May County Library, CMCH Branch Registration Open Aug 26th |
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Do you have a DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) or mirrorless camera that you want to use? Digital photography is great for family photos, nature, hobbyists and more! In this hands-on course you will learn to operate your digital camera to include terminology, parts, features, how to take photos and composition techniques to produce professional pictures. Photos will be taken during class, so please bring your DSLR or mirrorless camera, memory card, charged battery and the camera’s user manual to each night of class. Later in the course, a possible field trip to a nearby location to take photos may be included, weather permitting.
Bring your DSLR or Mirrorless camera (make sure it’s charged, and you have a memory card), AND bring the user manual. 
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All course dates are on Mondays, 1pm-2:30pm at the Cape May Co. Library, Cape May Court House Branch
Sept 9 Introduction, ISO & Program Mode Sept 16 Aperture Priority Mode Sept 23 Shutter Priority Mode Sept 30 Manual Mode Oct 7 Field Trip Oct 21 Histograms, White Balance & Final Wrap up! Announcing!!
I will be instructing a Digital Photography Beginners Class at Cape Tech, Crest Haven, CMCH Registration Open All course dates are on Wednesdays, 4pm-5:30pm at the Cape Tech, Cape May Court House
Sept 11 Introduction, ISO & Program Mode Sept 18 Aperture Priority Mode Sept 25 Shutter Priority Mode Oct 2 Manual Mode Oct 9 Field Trip Oct 23 Histograms, White Balance & Final Wrap up! |
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Testimonials
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Rebecca Collins
"Kathy, is a real professional when it comes to taking pictures and using the creative elements. She's very talented, skillful and most off all patient with her students. If you are looking for a wonderful teacher who can show you the world of a photographer.. She is the one to show you the in and outs. Her photography work is of the highest standards. Let her free your mind and add value and happiness to your life." Debbie Fischetti
Kathy was "informative, hands on, patient and full of energy and insight." |
Frank Reali
"Kathy is a pleasure to work with and is extremely knowledgeable. We worked to identify my weaknesses and quickly resolved them." Sue F. Williamson
I highly recommend photography and Lightroom classes with Kathy Libby. I took a beginner, getting to know your camera class with Kathy in the fall of 2022. She is a very kind, knowledgeable, and patient teacher. She created very useful and informative visual handouts, that I continue to refer to as needed. Her classes were well organized, and she was able to meet the needs of students with varying degrees of experience. Since taking that six-week class, I have also taken private lessons with Kathy, and will continue to do so in the future. |