Take up a new hobby with Nikon’s free online photography classes

If you want to make use of your time at home after Gov. Brian Kemp's shelter-in-place order goes into effect, Nikon is offering free photography classes online.

The camera and optical equipment company is streaming the courses online through the end of April. Ordinarily, the classes range from $15 to $50, according to The Verge.

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"Nikon's mission has always been to empower creators," read a statement on the Nikon School Online webpage. "In these uncertain times, we can do that by helping creators stay inspired, engaged and growing. That's why we're providing all of our courses free for the entire month of April. Let's come out of this even better."

All 10 classes, which range from about 15 minutes in duration to more than an hour, are available. Students can learn from professionals about how to use Nikon equipment and how to photograph pets, children and landscapes.

To take the courses, hopeful students are required to sign up with their name, email and country, but can opt out of receiving promotional materials in their inbox.

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Nikon is one of several entities offering free courses while people continue to engage in social distancing and remain at home.

Yale has offered their popular course, The Science of Well-Being, for free after Professor Laurie Santos decided to do so.

Locally, children can learn from attractions including the Museum of Design Atlanta, Children's Museum of Atlanta, Zoo Atlanta and the Center for Puppetry Arts. Fernbank is hosting a series of "virtual destinations" by sharing educational videos and quizzes online.