Fall 2025
HansPhotoX Youth Photography Education
Photography Art Program
Beginner（Level 1）
Use the lens to write poetry and capture the rhythm of growth.
Start from curiosity, and let creativity become a powerful asset in future applications.
Explore the world through the lens, express your mind through images, and shape a personal growth journey that is both unique and empowering.
the rhythm of growth.
Start from curiosity, and let creativity become a powerful asset in future applications.
Explore the world through the lens, express your mind through images, and shape a personal growth journey that is both unique and empowering.
Program Overview
HansPhotoX Youth Photography Program is co-founded and personally taught by Associate Professor Xuehan Xu—renowned photographic artist, Director of University Photography Programs, and EB1-A Extraordinary Ability Talent—and Associate Professor Xiaolu Sun, a senior faculty member from top Chinese photography institutions and a well-known curator for major photography festivals.
This program is designed specifically for Chinese youth aged 12–18 in the DFW area,, focusing on developing their visual literacy and creative expression. Its curriculum is modeled after undergraduate training frameworks used in leading photography schools and enriched with concepts from visual literacy education. Tailored to the developmental needs of teenagers, HansPhotoX offers two core course tracks aimed at systematically nurturing students’ powers of observation, expressive skills, and visual thinking.
Through guided instruction, students learn to document their growth and express themselves through the lens, laying a strong foundation for future portfolio development and interdisciplinary exploration.
HansPhotoX Youth Photography Education
Offers two structured learning tracks to meet different developmental goals and learning needs:
1 - Youth Photography Art Program
This five-level program (Level 1–5) is divided into three progressive stages and is modeled on university-level photography curricula. It emphasizes theoretical study, reinforces technical training, and nurtures creative thinking—guiding students from initial curiosity to the development of personal style and independent artistic creation.
Beginner (Level 1)
Focus on visual observation and the basics of photographic language, including composition, lighting, and mood.
Intermediate (Level 2–3)
Strengthen visual storytelling, develop thematic awareness, and learn to build emotional and narrative cohesion in multi-image sets.
Advanced (Level 4–5)
Explore personal visual language and experimental creation; complete independent projects and prepare for exhibitions or competitions.
2 - Portfolio Studio
A project-based track tailored for students with academic goals, especially those preparing for art-related applications. This program provides highly personalized guidance to support deep, focused project work and portfolio creation.
Key components include:
Project planning and visual storytelling
Photography execution and image editing
Art statement writing and visual presentation
Production of professional-grade portfolios for school applications
Ideal for students applying to private high schools, comprehensive universities, or art-related programs who wish to showcase artistic talent.
Program Highlights
1. Dual-Instructor Model
Combining academic authority with global perspectives
2. Academically-Structured Curriculum
Based on university-level photography education frameworks
3. Tiered Learning Pathways
From foundational training to portfolio development
4. Emphasis on Visual Literacy & Creative Thinking
Nurturing individual style and expression
5. Small Class Sizes
Personalized attention to expression and individual learning pace
6. Project-Based Learning
Supporting exhibitions, competitions, and academic advancement
Beginner｜Level 1
（Youth Photography Art Program）
Level 1 serves as the entry point of the entire program and is designed for students with no prior experience. It focuses on developing visual observation skills and introducing the language of photography. Starting with how images convey emotion and meaning, the course gradually leads students to master essential skills such as basic composition techniques, light observation, image structure, and the use of photographic tools.
Through a combination of outdoor shooting sessions and in-class discussions, students learn that photography is not only a way to document, but also a way of seeing and expressing. Each class includes a shooting assignment, and instructors provide individualized feedback and guidance to support the students’ initial journey into visual expression.
Course Information
Course Title: Photography Art Program – Beginner Class (Fall 2025)
Ages: 12–18 (Chinese-American students)
Course Dates: August 16 – December 14, 2025 (14 sessions total)
Class Duration: 1.5 hours / week
Location: 501 Newberry Dr, Allen, TX 75013
Equipment: Digital camera/ or Smartphone
Class Time Options (choose one):
Saturday｜10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Saturday｜2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Sunday｜10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Sunday｜2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Tuition & Discount Policy
Standard Tuition: $840 / semester (14 sessions)
Early Bird Discount – 10% Off
• Register and pay in full by August 1 to receive 10% off → $756
Referral Discount – 5% Off
• Available to returning students who previously attended a HansPhotoX Summer Camp, or new students referred by a returning student → $798
Early Bird Discount – 10% Off + additional Referral Discount – 5% Off
• Returning students or referred new students who register and pay in full by August 1 may combine the 10% Early Bird discount with an additional 5% Referral Discount ) → $718
All discounts apply only to full, one-time payments. Final tuition is determined by the actual payment date. No discounts will be available after August 2; regular tuition $840 applies.
Included Bonuses
HansPhotoX custom-designed gift set / Printed final project selection / Online portfolio showcase