Great Lakes Institute of photography, Michigan's Photography School

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GLIP is May 11 through May 15, 2026 in Bay City, Michigan.

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2026 Featured Educators

Kelly Buchanan (PreCon)

Baby Steps Into Lighting, Posing and More

Richard Sturdavent

Art of Creating Composites: Advanced Compositing Process

Kiati Plooksawasdi

Sculpting With Light: Journey Through Using Light to Create Dynamic Portraiture

Jonathan Lee

Mastering Real Estate Photography: Business, Branding & Visual Impact

Meredith Ryncarz

From Lens to Legacy: The Wedding Photographers Blueprint

Pete Rezac - SOLD OUT

Film Photography Development

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Student Handbook for 2025

Here is the new 2025 Student Handbook for GLIP. It provides additional information about the school, classes, and hotel. Click here for...

Important Letter From Our Director

Dear GLIP Family, Welcome to GLIP 2025—our 30th year of celebrating creativity, connection, and the craft of photography! It’s hard to...

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Lakes Institute of Photography

What is GLIP?

The Great Lakes Institute of Photography (GLIP) is a premier educational experience designed for photographers who want to elevate their craft. Offering immersive, hands-on classes led by industry experts, GLIP provides in-depth training in everything from classic film processing to modern digital techniques, lighting, composition, marketing, and more. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, GLIP is where passion meets mastery, helping photographers refine their skills and push creative boundaries in a supportive and inspiring environment.