Aperture Academy
PhotographyCalifornia, United States2-10 Employees
Aperture Academy is a photography-focused education provider based in San Jose, Northern California. Founded in 2009 by master photographer Stephen W. Oachs, the company offers on-location workshops and related classes in Photoshop, Lightroom, and printing, with sessions that can take participants from local beaches and parks to more remote or exotic locations. Group sizes average 8-12, and each workshop features two or more instructors to ensure ample one-on-one guidance. The organization emphasizes safe, professional learning and maintains insurance coverage. It coordinates with the National Park Service to secure access permits and requires instructors to be CPR and Leave No Trace certified.