$99 From Sunset to City Lights: Boston Night Photography

***NOTE: This is NOT a free event. Before RSVPing, please send the $99 fee per the instructions at the bottom***

Join us for an evening photo walk and hands-on workshop focused on capturing Boston as it transitions from sunset through blue hour and into full night. We’ll explore one of the most scenic stretches of the Charles River, photographing bridges, reflections, city lights, and motion - all at a relaxed, instructional pace.

This workshop is designed for photographers who want to gain confidence shooting in low light, understand exposure after sunset, and create compelling urban night images.

Workshop Highlights:

• Duration is 4 hours
• 4 main stops plus few quick additional stops along the route
• Sunset, blue hour, and night photography
• 2 miles of easy walking with frequent stops
• Hands-on tripod techniques and composition tips
• One-on-one instruction from two top-tier photographers

What We'll Photograph

• Zakim Bridge at sunset
• Boston skyline reflections along the Charles River
• Blue hour color and symmetry at calm canal locations
• Light trails from cars and trains on Longfellow Bridge
• City glow, motion, and contrast after dark

Each stop offers a distinct visual look, from wide cityscapes to intimate reflections and dynamic long exposures.

What You'll Learn

• How to transition smoothly from daylight to night shooting
• Camera settings for sunset, blue hour, and night photography
• Using shutter speed creatively (motion blur vs sharp detail)
• Balancing ambient light with city lights
• Composition techniques for bridges, reflections, and urban scenes
• Tripod technique and vibration control

Parking & Public Transportation

• Best and closest parking to our starting point is at Museum of Science
• The starting point is just a short distance from the Science Park Stop of the Green Line.
• Our ending point is near the Red Line MGH stop and a short walk away back to Museum of Science.

Your Instructors:

• Dmitriy Andreyev – Widely regarded as one of Boston’s best photographers, known for his stunning cityscapes and technical mastery.
• Steve Rosenbach – Award-winning photographer and highly sought-after workshop leader based in the Boston area, known for his engaging teaching style and expert guidance.

This workshop is open to all skill levels - whether you just bought your camera or have years of experience, Dmitriy and Steve will offer personalized instruction to help you elevate your photography.
Bring your camera, tripod, walking shoes, and creative energy - we will take care of the rest!

• Payment: Send $99 via either of these links: PayPal or Venmo
• Rain Date: Saturday May 16, same time and place. Please make yourself available for both dates in case of weather postponement.

Full program and additional event details will be provided to those who sign up.