Learn the WEDway: Master the Art of Theme Park Photography from Disney Imagineer Jerry Schneider

Learn the WEDway is an event series hosted by WDWNT and led by former Disney Imagineers. The events are masterclasses designed to give attendees deep, focused insight into a specific skill or subject within themed entertainment. Guests will enjoy a hands-on approach and skill development from Imagineers who will share practical insights, personal methodology, and lessons that exceed common knowledge.

Masterclass and Instructor Details

Topic: Photography

Walt Disney Imagineer: Jerry Schneider

Imagineer's Past Projects: EPCOT, Tokyo Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, attraction based imaging, and many others.

Details: 

Jerry Schneider is a visual arts professional with more than 45 years of experience in photography and digital imaging. During his 18 years with Walt Disney Imagineering, he worked on a wide range of projects that helped shape his expertise in both traditional and digital photography. His career also includes work with The J. Paul Getty Museum and Eastman Kodak, along with nine years teaching Photoshop at the high school and adult education levels. 

Drawing from career at WDI, Jerry will share how Imagineers document, evaluate, and capture nearly every aspect of the creative process—from attraction development and design reviews to understanding how guests interact with and experience the parks. Through real-world examples and behind-the-scenes insights, participants will learn the principles that help create images that don't just document a moment, but communicate story, emotion, and the unmistakable feeling of Disney. This session focuses on the artistic and storytelling approaches used within Imagineering, offering a perspective rarely available outside the company.

Course requirements:

• Attendees with DSLR, SLR or other shutter/aperture/ISO adjustable, fixed or permanent lens cameras should have basic to intermediate operational knowledge of their equipment.

• Attendees with “Point and Shoot” or cell phone cameras should be familiar with their equipment capabilities and limitations.

Schedule

Day 1

• 9 AM - Morning classroom instruction, demonstration and attendee participation
• 12:30 PM - Working Lunch (provided)
• 1:30 PM - Afternoon classroom instruction
• 3:00 PM - Attendees move into the park of their choice to complete suggested compositions.*

Day 2

• 9 AM - 12 PM - Review & Critique

*Admission to the park is NOT included in the ticket pricing