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Experience the vibrant streets of NYC as your classroom in these on-location photography classes. Learn the art of capturing stunning cityscapes, street photography, and portraits against iconic backdrops such as Times Square, Central Park, and the Brooklyn Bridge.

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Intuitive Photography: Madison Square Park

Art of Intuitive Photography

Please join us for 3 hours to fine tune your intuition and your eye in Madison Square Park! This class is open to all photography levels, and is more of a creative rather than technical class. If you're interested in learning more about the technical aspects, please attend our Digital Photography: Intro for Beginners class. We will conduct exercises to tune you into your intuition, and learn how to take photographs by following it. In addition,...

(588) All levels 16 and older
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Madison Square Park

New York City Photo Safari

Turn hum-drum travel photos into something to be proud of. Whether you're heading into or out of New York City, join us on this photo tour and learn to take better pictures before you start your trip. Whether it's buildings, statues, parks or your friends, this all around Photo Safari will show you how to find the best angles and lighting conditions so you can be sure to have memories that last a lifetime. This workshop takes advantage of the historical...

(146) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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Photo Safari: Highline Elevated Park

New York City Photo Safari @ 470 W 14th St, New York, NY

Turn hum-drum travel photos into something to be proud of. Whether you're heading into or out of New York City, join us on this photo tour and learn to take better pictures before you start your trip. Whether it's buildings, statues, parks or your friends, this all around Photo Safari will show you how to find the best angles and lighting conditions so you can be sure to have memories that last a lifetime. On this "all around" Photo Safari you'll...

(146) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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Art of Intuitive Photography @ Virtual Classroom

1 hr Zoom class.  Learn what intuition is, how it can manifest in us and how we can learn to use it in our photography. Exercises will be given which you can do in your home. For the payment, follow your intuition to pay what you feel you can afford.  It's not about the money - it's about connecting and learning something new and fun. Payments can be made via Venmo or Paypal.  Smartphone/tablet cameras are ok to use. $20 suggested...

(588) All levels 16 and older
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Photo Safari: Three and a Half Bridges

New York City Photo Safari

Embark on an unforgettable photographic journey capturing iconic New York City bridges at dusk. From the Queensboro to the Brooklyn Bridge, explore the cityscape from unique perspectives, mastering long exposures and night photography techniques along the way. Join us for an immersive experience, where you'll hone your skills and capture stunning images without relying on flash.

(146) All levels 18 and older
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$250
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Now Landscape, Now a Room: Photography and the Art

Penumbra Foundation

Full Course Name: Now Landscape, Now a Room: Photography and the Art of Walking This four-week workshop will consider walking as a mode of artistic practice and a means of generating photographic work. Alongside various creative exercises and informal critiques, participants will engage with works of photography, conceptual art, film, cultural theory, and more. The workshop will culminate in individual projects that build upon our group discussions...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Photography Crash Course: Urban Landscapes

BKC @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY

This live shooting workshop is a window into the inspired way of looking at the city, and is available to photography students of all experience levels. First we’ll examine some work by a few noteworthy photographers of the Urban Landscape, and discuss how they sought and achieved their iconic imagery. Then we’ll hit the streets, focusing on dynamic framing and composition, analyzing lighting conditions, assessing color and contrast, and exploring...

(325) All levels 13 and older
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People on Location Photo Safari

New York City Photo Safari

This Photo Safari will focus on learning how to take pictures of people outdoors. Learn how to take portraits of people in various vacation scenarios, such as in a park, in the cafe or in front of that famous statue. You will learn formal and casual portrait composition, what lighting conditions to look for, and scene management. No more boring Facebook photos! This workshop takes advantage of various NYC locations depending on day (Bryant, Central...

(146) All levels 18 and older
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Easter Bonnet Parade Photo Safari

New York City Photo Safari

Get your cameras ready to capture some color and get out of the house after the long winter. The annual Easter Bonnet Parade helps kick off the beginning of spring and all the color it has to offer. Learn to photograph people in an entertaining setting. You will learn how to use long and short lenses to capture the colorful hats and wild outfits and achieve different photographic outcomes.  Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss...

(146) All levels 18 and older
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Photo Safari: Grand Central

New York City Photo Safari @ Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY

Join NYCPS for this one of a kind photo tour and workshop inside Grand Central Terminal (often confused with Grand Central Station), the most popular landmark in NYC. During this 2.5 hour photography workshop, your will learn how to capture the beauty and grandeur that is Grand Central. We will also explore the use of slow shutter speeds to capture the hustle and bustle of the world's largest terminal.  In addition, you will have an opportunity...

(146) All levels 18 and older
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Splash and Pour Photography

Princeton Photo Workshop @ Herrontown Road, Princeton, NJ

Dive into the endlessly surprising, creative world of Splash and Pour photography. In this full-day class, we will investigate techniques to capture images of liquids in motion, shooting into a glass and more.  We'll begin with discussion and demonstrations of the equipment, theory, and process of Splash and Pour Photography, including how to freeze the motion of liquid at a moment in time with simple inexpensive flashes. We'll work in teams,...

(23) All levels 13 and older
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$329
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Location Photography Workshop: Spanish Harlem

Int'l Session of Digital Photography @ Spanish Harlem, New York, NY

In this workshop we explore the fascinating area and the unique ethnic community of Manhattan: Spanish Harlem. Participants learn the tips and hints for successful "street photography." At the same time acquiring the knowledge of the camera basic, the various functions and camera settings to gain greater control. By the end of the three hour class Participants are proficient in Manual Mode settings taking more successful photographs. Each Composition...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Composition on Location: Grounds for Sculpture

Princeton Photo Workshop @ 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton Township, NJ, Lawrence Township, NJ

Grounds for Sculpture’s continuously surprising interplay of art and environment presents photographers with a myriad of creative photo opportunities. We'll begin with a discussion of composition, camera settings and how to shoot in various lighting situations. Your instructor will be with you every step of the way to look at your work and answer questions. Together, we will explore this fantastic sculpture park while we put into practice the...

(23) All levels 13 and older
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Street Photography Workshop NYC

The Passionate Photographer Workshops @ The Loft - TBD, New York, NY

Join award-winning street photographer Steve Simon for an unforgettable week of living and breathing photography in one of the world’s most visual cities, New York. An Intensive & Transformational Shooting Experience The team at The Passionate Photographer kept hearing how many people just couldn’t take the time for the 6-Day workshops, so by popular demand they’ve created the 3-Day Intensive! This intimate masterclass (limited to 6 students)...

All levels 18 and older
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$1,800

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Winter New York City Workshop

The Passionate Photographer Workshops

Join Steve Simon for an Intensive & Transformational Shooting Experience in The Street Photography Capital of The World. Includes: Critiques & Lectures, Welcome Dinner, MTA Pass for transport to the five boroughs, Museum Entrances, teaching materials, snacks The class will be teaching you new and powerful street photography techniques guaranteed to push you from your comfort zone to new heights in your work and share his street-shooting...

All levels 18 and older
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Central Park North and Harlem Workshop

Int'l Session of Digital Photography @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY

In this workshop the primary focus is on Landscape and Nature. Participants can capture stunning images in the beautiful reserve of Central Park North's lake and waterfall. As the students gain more control with the camera's settings we move to Historic Lennox Avenue for a tips and techniques in "Reportage Photography" with candid images of the local street life. Participants develop a greater understanding of their camera to which they can apply...

(25) Beginner 21 and older
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Grand Central Station Workshop

Int'l Session of Digital Photography @ Grand Central, New York, NY

In this workshop the primary focus is shooting in various lighting situations. Participants learn how to make adjustments for indoor, outdoor and various levels of low light shooting. Also covered are tips and hints for shooting architecture, city landscape and macro photography for close up details. Participants develop a greater understanding of their camera to which they can apply this knowledge throughout their lives. These workshops are applicable...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Location Photography Workshop: SOHO

Int'l Session of Digital Photography

In this workshop we explore the fascinating area and the unique commercial district of Manhattan: SOHO. Participants learn the tips and hints for successful "street & portrait photography."  Learn the basics of night photography, composition and the art of storytelling. At the same time acquiring the knowledge of the camera's various functions and settings to gain greater control. By the end of the 2 and a half hour class, participants...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Central Park East Fall Colors Workshop

Int'l Session of Digital Photography @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY

In this workshop the primary focus is on Landscape and Nature. Participants can also capture the Historic Metropolitan Museum of Art and then walk through the beautiful nature reserve of Central Park during the most colorful time of the year. At each location Participants receive tips and techniques in Cityscapes, Architecture and People, Nature Photography. with candid images of the local street life. Participants develop a greater understanding...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Night Photography: Friday Night Lights in Lambertville

Princeton Photo Workshop @ Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ, Lambertville, NJ

Join the Friday Night Lights in Lambertville, a Composition on Location workshop in New Jersey that gives an opportunity for photographers of all levels to learn how to translate what you see into memorable images.  The workshop will start with a discussion of composition and camera settings. An instructor will be with you every step of the way to look at your work and answer questions. Together, some of Lambertville's picturesque settings...

(23) All levels 13 and older
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