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Discover a wide range of photography classes in NYC that will help you master the art of capturing stunning images. From beginner workshops to advanced courses, learn essential techniques, unleash your creativity, and take your photography skills to the next level.

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Practice Makes Perfect: Improving in Manual Mode

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Take your photography skills to the next level with hands-on experience in manual mode. Join us in different locations across NYC to practice setting your camera and framing your photos, while receiving expert feedback from our instructors. Enhance your skills and unleash your creativity in this inspiring course.

(322) Intermediate 18 and older
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$320

4 sessions

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Photography Crash Course 1

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Is your schedule already packed but you really want to learn how to use you camera before that big trip or special event you’ve been planning? We'll then this class is perfect for you! This action-packed, fast-paced course is designed for people who want an express introduction to their camera. You will learn the basic principles of photography, as well as techniques that will help you make high quality, creative images by mastering a few basic...

(322) Beginner 18 and older
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$250
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Photographing Your Artwork

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn how to take professional photographs of your paintings, drawings, sculptures, jewelry or ceramics. Perfect for sharing on the Web, displaying on Etsy or applying to shows. Discover DIY techniques you can use to take photos in your own home with your digital camera. Supply List PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION IS REQUIRED for all adults and children ages 5+.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$160
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Lights, Camera, Action!

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

This class is designed to give you a taste of all the major elements needed to create beautiful images. We cover important camera settings, including manual settings, what to do in light situations and flash. Basic lighting techniques are demonstrated, with the use of reflectors, ambient light flash and off-camera lighting. Posing subjects and how to approach them are also discussed. We go on location nearby to practice using our own equipment....

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$289

6 sessions

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Photography: Urban Landscape

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Join a roving pack of photographers as they travel to and visually explore less familiar parts of the city each week.  Shoot, review and discuss images each week in addition to learning about urban landscape photographers such as Charles Marville and Eugéne Atget. Class decides on itinerary during the first session; class times may vary, depending on the weather.  Everyone should bring their camera, an extra battery, and at least one...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$297

6 sessions

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Digital Photography III

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

In this photography course, students will learn about different genres of photography and will be exposed to different methodologies and approaches when conceiving a photography essay. Students will study how successful photographer’s craft their work and will apply those techniques to their own photographs. In doing so, students will practice recreating and reinterpreting the work of photographers whose work they enjoy seeing. Students will...

(322) Intermediate 19 and older
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$450

6 sessions

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Intro to Smartphone Photography

Art of Intuitive Photography @ Meet in front of Panera Bread located at, New York, NY

Do you want to create better photographs with your smartphone? Don’t know what settings are best under which conditions? Not sure how to get the results you want? Then this is the class for you! Note: This class is limited towards mobile phones (iOS, Android, Blackberry, Windows, etc.), and not geared towards tablets (i.e. iPads). Location: New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building. We will meet in front of Panera Bread, located...

(588) Beginner 16 and older
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$100
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Digital Photography IV

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Developing a series of images or putting together a portfolio is a rewarding experience, providing challenges that allow anyone from an amateur to a more seasoned photographer opportunities to surprise themselves and deepen their understanding of photography.  Meeting every week, this advanced photography course will focus on helping students develop a small body of work. Students will participate in group critiques, create work in response...

(322) Intermediate 19 and older
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$430

5 sessions

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Photography Crash Course 2

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Take your photography skills to the next level with this beginner photography class. Learn to shoot in Manual Mode, master tricky lighting situations, and create visually stunning images. Finally, fully control your camera with a click.

(322) Beginner 18 and older
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$250
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Photography for Teenagers

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Photography is an exciting art to learn. With the use of smart phones photography has become of great interest to teenagers. PhotoUno wants to give teenagers a space to grow and learn with photography. This course is ideal for any teen who wants to express themselves through a camera lens. What is the purpose of this class? This photography class is designed so teenagers find a fun and enjoyable place where they can learn and practice photography....

(322) Beginner 13 - 18 years old
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$390

6 sessions

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Black & White Photography

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Are you an admirer of vintage, black and white photography? Have you worked with black and white film in the past, but found yourself dissatisfied with the results you get using your digital camera?  Learn to visualize your world in black and white and produce striking images in black and white with this 3-week course. In this course, we will discuss a variety of compositional strategies, quality of light, and recommendations for postprocessing....

(322) Intermediate 18 and older
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$250

3 sessions

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School Break Camp

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Photography is a great technical and creative subject for any teenager to explore. In our week long photography camp we will teach teenagers how to take full control of their camera, while finding new and creative ways to express themselves. What will teens learn? The objective of this camp is to teach students how to shoot in Manual Mode. This means they will learn various photographic topics, such as: Aperture Shutter Speed ISO Exposure...

(322) Beginner 14 - 18 years old
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$495

5 sessions

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Product Photography

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Product photography can be very exciting but at the same time challenging. There are many technical skills needed to achieve a great looking image. In our product photography class, we will take you step by step on how to produce a stunning product photo. Learn how to take photos from packaging to jewelry. This course will teach you to create an amazing photo. We will start by learning how to take control of the light to achieve your desired outcome...

(322) Intermediate 18 and older
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$475

6 sessions

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Photography Crash Course 1

Art of Intuitive Photography @ 590 Madison Ave, New York, NY

Have you finally bought that camera you’ve been coveting for months, but now realized you have no idea how to use it?  Is your schedule already packed, or do you really want to learn how to use that camera before that big summer trip you’ve been planning?  Sign up for our Photography Crash Course and learn the basics of digital photography with PhotoUno! This action-packed, fast-paced course is designed for people who want an express...

(588) All levels 16 and older
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$190
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Walk About: Walk About - Winter in Washington Square Park

Art of Intuitive Photography @ 100 Washington Square N, New York, NY

Spend an afternoon photographing in and around historic Washington Square Park in NYC’s famous “village”. Washington Square Park has been many things over its long history, a marsh, a cemetery, protest hot spot, gathering place for avant-garde artists and a battleground for chess enthusiasts. The walk will begin in a nearby cafe for hot chocolate and a bit of camera whispering. We will then thoroughly walk the park, from corner to corner exploring...

(588) All levels 16 and older
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$150
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Chemigram

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Chemigrams are an experimental, camera-less technique that combines the process of painting with photographic chemistry on light-sensitive paper.Chemigrams push the boundaries of the photographic medium and silver gelatin paper. In this workshop, we will use various techniques, such as resists and developers to achieve varied forms on silver gelatin papers. You will learn the effects of various developers on warm and cold tone papers as well as different...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$650

2 sessions

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Intuitive Walk-About: Beautiful Trash | Washington Park

Art of Intuitive Photography @ 100 Washington Square N, New York, NY

The class is open to all levels and digital cameras (including smartphone). Please join me for 2 hours to photograph trash! For this class we will explore and shoot together. Trash on the street is usually something we ignore - but there can be a lot of beauty in it! I will also help you with your photo composition and point of view. Please do not bring a tripod or external flash. We will meet in Washington Square Park and will walk through Soho....

(588) All levels 16 and older
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$100
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Smartphone Food Photography

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Whether you want to start a food blog, or blow up your Instagram, this class will help you take better food photographs. Smartphones have beautiful cameras; but understanding both their advantages and limitations are important. This class will cover how angles, staging and light can make your photos look better; and we'll investigate Instagram editing tools as well as Photoshop to tweak your image. Overall, smartphones are a great way to get started...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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Walk About - Moynihan Train Station & Hudson Yards

Art of Intuitive Photography @ 360 W 33rd St, New York, NY

The class is open to all levels and digital cameras (including smartphone). We will explore the new Moynihan Train Hall and then walk over to explore Hudson Yards. There will be opportunities to capture architecture, street photography, abstracts and more! I will discuss how to think about composition, point of view and will answer any technical questions. Masks required. Exact location and other information about the class will be emailed to the...

(588) All levels 16 and older
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$100
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Manhattan Photo Safari

New York City Photo Safari

Join NYC Photo Safari for 5 days of photography! This session is a more relaxed pace than our 3 day Manhattan Photo Safari Bootcamp and will cover different areas of NYC. General Itinerary: Day 1: Two-hour review of camera settings, then head to St John the Divine for interior architectural photography and finish with a post-production class after dinner. Day 2 Grand Central Terminal interior architectural shoot followed by a boat tour around the...

(146) All levels 18 and older
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$2,100

5 sessions

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