Master artistic and scientific mushroom photography, in a single course
Whether you're collecting species for science or creating vibrant art pieces, turn your everyday mushroom photos into stunning, professional images
Does this sound
like you?
Whether you’re a beginner looking to master the basics or an experienced photographer aiming to refine your skills...
 keep reading!
What if you could capture quality photos under any conditions?
with anything from a smartphone to a high-end camera or microscope
Photographed with
a Samsung Galaxy S24Â
cell phone
Amanita sp.
Dark field microscopy photographed with a Nikon Z9 on an Olympus BX41 microscope
Inocybe spores
Photographed with an
Olympus OM-1 mirrorless
camera
Hemimycena tortuosa
Guess what, now you can!
We get it—maybe you’ve struggled with lighting, composition, or just felt unsure where to start. That’s completely normal, and it’s easier than you think!Â
All it takes is a few important tweaks to your camera settings. After a bit of guidance, you’ll be capturing stunning mushroom photos in no time!
If you're ready to discover the secrets of captivating mushroom photography
Introducing...
Mushroom Photography Course
Designed for anyone passionate about capturing the beauty and scientific details of fungi
Whether you're a beginner looking to master the basics or an experienced photographer aiming to refine your skills, you will benefit from this course.
Learn how to get the most out of whatever camera equipment you can afford, and be more prepared to tackle common issues.Â
By the end of this comprehensive course, you will understand how to:
Create a professional photo library that impresses both casual viewers and expert mycologists.
Photograph the tiniest fungi with clarity, to capture intricate details that are often missed.
Use lighting, composition, and focus techniques, to create artful and precise photos that stand out.
Easily produce stunning mushroom images with your phone or professional camera.
This course is your complete solution for understanding how to capture breathtaking mushroom photos
Here's a peek of what to expect:
Module 1
Introduction and
Gear Essentials
Learn the basics of mushroom photography, from camera types to sensor sizes. We'll guide you through the lenses, dynamic range, and essential gear needed to capture beautiful, clear photos of fungi.Â
Module 2
Cell Phone Photography
Unlock your phone's full creative potential! This module covers essential tips for achieving great depth-of-field, lighting, and the best apps to use for editing mushroom photos right from your phone.Â
Module 3
DSLR / Mirrorless Photography Basics
Master exposure, aperture, shutter speed, and ISO for perfect shots. You'll also learn how to choose and use tripods effectively to enhance stability and sharpness, even in challenging conditions.
Module 4
Composition
Dive into mushroom composition techniques, understanding the need for both scientific and artistic approaches. Learn to capture low-light scenes and photograph fluorescent fungi in stunning detail.
Module 5
Lighting and
Optimal Exposure
Explore lighting strategies for mushroom photography, from natural light to LEDs. We will teach you how to balance artificial and natural light for perfect exposure under any conditions.
Module 6
Focus Stacking
Discover the incredible power of focus stacking to achieve ultra-crisp, detailed images of tiny fungi. Learn essential camera settings and post-processing workflows for maximum resolution in the field.
Module 7
Post-Processing Techniques
Refine your photos with editing tools like Lightroom, Photoshop, and more. We'll guide you through cropping, exposure adjustments, noise reduction, and artistic editing techniques.
Module 8
Sharing Your
Photos
Learn how to share your fungal photography on iNaturalist, social media, and through printing. We will also briefly cover the exciting processes of DNA barcoding and species descriptions.
Module 9
Final Photo
Review
Receive personalized feedback on your recent photos. This module also offers exciting opportunities to participate in group photo editing sessions online with the community.
With step-by-step guidance, hands-on techniques, and expert feedback from seasoned mushroom photographers, you'll learn to capture extraordinary, scientifically valuable mushroom photos.
Enroll Me Now!Here's what's included when you enroll:
9Â Content-Rich Modules
If you’ve struggled to capture clear, high-quality images of mushrooms in the wild, we are offering nine comprehensive modules designed to enhance your skills. Learn your essential camera settings and composition techniques. Each module tackles real-world problems, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to take stunning, scientifically valuable photographs.
1:1 Individualized Support
Get personalized guidance from mycology experts. Receive tailored advice on camera gear to fit your photography goals. Alan and Mandie will review your mushroom photos and provide feedback on how to improve, to take your shots from good to exceptional. Whether you're just starting out, or honing your skills, our individualized support ensures you're never left in the dark on your photography journey.
Private Online Community
Join our exclusive online community, where fellow mushroom photography enthusiasts and experts come together to share tips, feedback, and inspiration. In this supportive space, you can discuss challenges, showcase your work, and get insights from instructors and peers. Whether troubleshooting camera settings or celebrating a stunning shot, our community is here to help you grow. Connect with like-minded people who share your passion to enjoy a collaborative learning environment beyond the course!
Lifetime Access
With lifetime access, you can revisit lessons, techniques, and resources whenever you like. Whether you need a quick refresher or want to dive deeper into new material, the course content is always available to you. You'll receive future updates, ensuring you stay up-to-date with the latest techniques and advancements in mushroom photography. Learn at your own pace, and enjoy the flexibility of having this course as a continuous resource.
Ready to unlock the ability to capture the intricate beauty of fungi like never before?
Join Mycena's Mushroom Photography Course today
for a single payment of:
$99
I'm Ready to Enroll!
This course is
designed for everyone,
at any level
Whether you're photographing for science or creating beautiful art, we will tackle the unique challenges of mushroom photography—from rainy conditions to tiny microscopic details—with the perfect blend of technical prowess and creative inspiration. You can create images like the ones below, taken by our former students...
Student photo by Jordan,
Oregon USA
Mycena amicta
Student photo by April, Texas USA
Clavaria cf. schaefferi
Student photo by Ben, Ontario Canada
Entoloma stylophorum
Meet Your Instructors
Alan Rockefeller and Mandie Quark
Alan Rockefeller and Mandie Quark are two passionate and accomplished mycologists dedicated to advancing the field of fungi research. Alan, an expert in fungal microscopy, has photographed over 2,500 species in the wild and identified more than a million fungi online. Mandie, a molecular mycologist and science writer, specializes in fungal DNA sequencing and communication. As co-founders of Mycena, they document rare fungi worldwide. Together, Alan and Mandie bring decades of expertise to their students, inspiring the next generation of mycologists and community scientists.
Thanks for the awesome photography workshop, and for teaching me how to use my new camera! You guys are always putting on something great, I can’t wait to take another class!
Brandon from Colorad
Photography Workshop at Telluride Mushroom Festival
I went from zero skills to photographing everything in sight. Thanks for your dedication to mycology, it is so impactful! Y'all are the best.
April from Texas
Hands-on field photography through personalized daily training in Ecuador
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