Architecture Groups New York

**3DNY - WEDNESDAY MAY 20 2026** **\*\*FREE DRINKS FOR FIRST 100 ATTENDEES\*\*** **Brought to you by Chaos** **WHAT:** 3DNY is a Networking community for the Architectural Visualization & Visual Effects industries, with speakers and time to chat, enjoy & have a drink with old & new friends in the industry. We explore related topics in animation, VR/AR/XR, AI, game design, metaverse technologies, traditional architecture, real estate trends, and excellence in interior design. We look forward to seeing you again - or to having you join us! We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every other month :) **WHERE:** Lucky Jack's 129 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002 Downstairs, basement bar **WHEN:** Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7 pm - 9 pm, or later **WHO: Presentations featuring.....** **RICARDO ELOY** Marketing & Community Manager Chaos **JAMES TRALIE** Creative Director & Senior Producer NASA **MATEUSZ GAWAD** Visual Artist & Creative Technologist Jacobs **______** **See you there!** **Need something?** Reach out to the team below for questions! Mengyi Fan: [myf@shoparc.com](mailto:myf@shoparc.com) Kitae Kim: [kitae@foveate.com](kitae@foveate.com) Derek Chan: [derek@redleafny.com](mailto:derek@redleafny.com)

36 attendees

Exclusive Tour Inside the Woolworth Building: NYC’s Cathedral of Commerce

Wed, May 13, 10:00 PM

Tickets: $45.25 ( incl. $5.25 fees ) (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1988189036930](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1988189036930) In the early 20th century, the Woolworth Building in downtown Manhattan not only dominated the NYC skyline, but also held the title of "tallest building in the world" for over 17 years. What secrets lie behind its towering limestone and terracotta façade? Now’s your chance to step inside one of New York’s most breathtaking interiors — a hidden architectural marvel that's been off-limits to the public since 2020 (until now). Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com "http://www.nyadventureclub.com") for an **exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Woolworth Building** — commissioned by retail magnate Frank Woolworth in 1910 to house his company’s corporate headquarters, this neo-Gothic style skyscraper designed by architect Cass Gilbert laid claim to the world’s tallest building from its opening in 1913 until 1930. Led by licensed NYC tour guides and Woolworth Building experts Bob Gelber or Ed Welter, this official experience — **and the only way inside this private building** — will include: * **The story behind the “Cathedral of Commerce,”** from its creation by retail magnate F.W. Woolworth to its groundbreaking design by Cass Gilbert * **A look at the exterior’s intricate terracotta façade**, rich with neo-Gothic ornamentation and symbolic details * **A private tour of the soaring lobby**, with its marble-clad walls, vaulted ceilings, and hidden symbols embedded in the architecture * **A visit to the subterranean vault**, where the building’s original safe deposit boxes are tucked beneath its towering frame * **A special trip to the mezzanine balcony**, offering a close-up view of the vaulted mosaic ceiling, richly inspired by the opulence and patterns of the Byzantine Empire See you there! \*There are no public restrooms on the tour, so please plan accordingly \*\*This tour is limited to the lobby and first sub-level \*\*\*Please refrain from wandering around the lobby before, during, or after the tour **About Bob** After retiring from the New York State Court System, Bob Gelber became a licensed New York City tour guide to share his deep knowledge and passion for his hometown. Over the past twelve years, he has led visitors through neighborhoods many tourists overlook, while also serving as a docent at the Woolworth Building and volunteering at both the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Open House New York. A longtime member of the Guides Association of New York City, Bob has served on its Board of Directors and several key committees. From Central Park to the Lower East Side — and even chocolate-themed walks through SoHo — Bob brings history to life with every step. **About Ed** With over four decades of experience in construction and nearly 15 years in the tourism world, Ed Welter brings a unique perspective to New York City's built environment. After starting his guiding career at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in 2010, Ed went on to become a senior docent and trainer at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, where he has been sharing the site’s powerful story since its earliest days. A licensed NYC tour guide since 2012, Ed also led Woolworth Building tours from 2014 until their pause in 2020 — and is excited to return as the tour program resumes with New York Adventure Club. His deep knowledge and passion have guided countless tours across Lower Manhattan, from the Brooklyn Bridge to City Hall Park, including topics like the Five Points, the African Burial Grounds, and the history of terrorism in New York. **Testimonials** "The tour of the lobby was full of secrets and mysteries and astonishing design. The lobby tour guide was kind, passionate, and extremely knowledgeable." -Simon "Very informational. Knowledgeable lobby tour guide." -Jacqueline "The guide was very knowledgeable and history interesting. My first with adventure club, not the last. I enjoyed it very much." -Judy "...The guide was great… provided just enough information and stories, answered questions… and best of all really enjoyed seeing this iconic building up close! Wonderful event. Just the right amount of time." -Aimee "A fascinating combination of history, architecture and biography in a magnificent building. The guide was exceptional." -Beth "Informative on architecture, history, and history of Woolworth himself. Also notable comments on the strains between Woolworth and his architect, Cass Gilbert. Excellent speaker, humorous, personal, and interested in all facets of the building." -Margaret "The history and love that went into building this magnificent building" -Jojo "The information about Woolworth himself and the history of the 5 and 10 business was particularly good. Makes me want to learn more. Of course, just getting access was a treat. It's kind of a hidden treasure." -Leandro "It was highly informative and the guide was engaging." -E "Didn’t realize that this beautiful building was not open to the public so it was very special. Also the building was awesome. Guide was terrific." -Murray "The guide was so knowledgeable, explained everything in an interesting way, was patient with questions and managed the group well. It was outstanding!!" -Betsy "Tour guide's knowledge of the subject." -Lucien Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

From Women of Culture NYC

Rooms with Memory: A Spring Design Reset

Wed, May 20, 10:30 PM

You’re invited to a guided evening to explore your personal aesthetic, connect with other women, and discover how to *make your home feel more like you.* **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/springrenewal)** If you’ve ever wanted your home to feel more personal, beautiful, or reflective of who you are—but haven’t known where to begin—this evening is for you. Hosted at Fabrik NYC and led by interior designer **Shalika Pareek, Heart & Home**, this intimate experience is designed for women who may not have thought deeply about interior design before, but feel ready to bring more **intention**, **warmth**, and **self-expression** into their space. Through a series of thoughtful prompts and hands-on exercises, Shalika will guide you in exploring **color**, **texture**, **mood**, and the details you’re naturally drawn to. You’ll begin to **uncover your own design aesthetic** in a way that feels approachable, intuitive, and personal. Along the way, you’ll **create a mood board**, **reflect on how your aesthetic can show up in your home**, and receive **grounded interior design guidance**—making this a rare opportunity to gain professional insight without the cost of hiring a designer privately. The evening also offers space to connect with other women in a setting that feels welcoming, creative, and inspiring. You’ll leave with: * A Clearer Sense of Your Aesthetic: *a deeper understanding of what you’re drawn to and why* * A Personal Mood Board: *a visual guide shaped by your own instincts and preferences* * Interior Design Insight: *practical ideas from Shalika on how to bring more of yourself into your space* ***Bonus***\*: all [Premier Art-full members](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) are invited to book a deeply discounted 45-minute consultation with Shalika for $125 (a $375 value). This includes personalized space planning, layout guidance, design direction and aesthetic clarity.\* *** **Full Event Details:** **Location:** [Fabrik NYC](https://www.joinfabrik.com/?utm_source=luma) 12-16 Vestry St 4th Floor **Day/ time:** May 20th, 6:30 - 8:30 PM _______ **Event Flow:** **6:30 PM \| Arrival & Welcome** *Welcome to the space with time to settle in, connect, and ease into the evening.* **6:45 PM \| Prompt Sessions begin** * **Early Impressions; the homes that shaped you** *The spaces that you connect with — their textures, rhythms, and quiet details — that continue to shape your sense of home.The process is intuitive, personal, and designed to bring clarity to your aesthetic instincts.* * **Emotional Memory** *The spaces and moments that stayed with you — not for how they looked, but for how they made you feel. The atmosphere, comfort, or distance that quietly shaped your idea of home.* * **Cultural Influence** *The elements you’ve inherited — through culture, family, and environment — that shape your sense of beauty, comfort, and familiarity, often without being consciously named.* * **Instinct vs Influence** *The distinction between what you’re naturally drawn to and what you’ve learned to like through exposure. Understanding the difference allows you to design from instinct rather than imitation.* * **Sensory Preference** *How you experience a space beyond how it looks — through light, texture, sound, and atmosphere. The qualities that make a space feel calm, grounding, energizing, or complete.* **8 PM \| Create your personal aesthetic Mood Board** *Drawing from the prompt sessions, you create a mood board that shapes your preferences into a cohesive visual language you can carry into your home.* **8:30 PM** \| **Close** *** **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/springrenewal)** **Tickets:** * **Non-members:** $100 first release; $110 full price * [Art-full members](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma): $95 first release; $100 full price Though no premier member discount available though all Premier members are invited to book a deeply discounted 45-minute consultation with Shalika for $125 (a $375 value). This includes personalized space planning, layout guidance, design direction and aesthetic clarity. *** **About the facilitator** Shalika is the Founder of **Heart & Home, Hoboken**\*.\* She was trained as a fashion designer in London and spent over a decade designing for European brands, where detail, proportion, and restraint are everything. That foundation shaped how she sees spaces. Since then, she has renovated four of her own homes and designed for several clients—learning not just how a space should look, but how it needs to function and feel to truly hold a life. Today, she designs homes that are layered, personal, and deeply considered. Not trend-driven. Just quietly intentional. *** **About the Art-full Membership** If you are not yet a member, we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $65/month for the **Premier** membership. You can [learn more about all membership levels and join here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) or reach out to alex@womenofculture.org with any questions. ***Special offer for Women's History Month***\*: Use code **WELCOME** to sign up for a **free trial month** of the [Art-full basic membership here](https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/3nni632snj8x?utm_source=luma) (or $45 off the Premier membership).\* **The membership provides:** * Complimentary access to all online events * Priority access to & discounts on ALL events * **Premier** members *also* get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city All designed to help you live your best, most art-full and socially connected life! **Note about tickets/ RSVP's:** * RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here. * All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [[alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)]([mailto:alex@womenofculture.org](http://mailto:alex@womenofculture.org/))] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

'Greek & Roman Amphitheaters: The Architecture of Spectacle' Webinar

Wed, May 13, 5:00 PM

Tickets: $18.88 ( incl. $3.88 fees ) (includes access to the full replay for one week) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1987396593711](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1987396593711) Long before stadiums and concert halls, the ancient world gathered in grand amphitheaters to be entertained, moved, and awed. How did these open-air marvels become the heartbeat of civic life across Greece and Rome? It's time for a deep dive into the origins, architecture, and spectacles of history’s most iconic performance spaces. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "https://www.nyadventureclub.com/") as we explore the amphitheater’s pivotal role in ancient Greek and Roman society — from architectural triumph to stage for politics, power, and spectacle. Led by music historian and theater director Jamie Hayes, our unique virtual experience will include: * **The architectural brilliance of Greek theaters**, carved into hillsides with perfect acoustics and semi-circular designs * **The Roman amphitheater revolution**, featuring freestanding, oval-shaped structures designed for maximum spectacle * **The wide range of performances**, from poetic tragedies and comedic plays to brutal gladiatorial contests and staged naval battles * **A spotlight on Pompeii’s amphitheater**, the first permanent stone arena, and its influence on Rome’s iconic Colosseum * **The social and political role of these venues**, which acted as arenas for both civic pride and imperial propaganda Afterward, we’ll have a **Q&A with Jamie** — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged! Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the **full replay for one week**. See you there, virtually! \*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar \*\*For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser \*\*\*A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week \*\*\*\*If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week, you can still [register for it on our website's active replay section](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/categories/virtual/Replay "https://www.nyadventureclub.com/categories/virtual/Replay")! **About Jamie Hayes** Jamie has directed many new opera and musical productions, both at home and abroad. After training at Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, he worked for Kent Opera, Glyndebourne Festival and Touring Opera, the Royal Shakespeare Company, English National Opera and the BBC. He has directed many opera productions for leading UK festivals as well as all their most distinguished musical conservatoires. His new productions overseas have appeared as far away as Reykjavik, Malta and Melbourne. Jamie was Associate Director on the original production of the hit musical *Miss Saigon* in the West End and on Broadway. In June 2022 Jamie became an accredited lecturer with The Arts Society in the UK. In 2025 he enjoyed a successful lecture tour of Australia with ArtsNational. He has also enjoyed presenting his lectures with major cruise lines around the world. Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment

From Crypt to Roof: Vertical Tour of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine

Sat, May 16, 5:00 PM

Tickets: $66.35 ( incl. $6.35 fees ) (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1987421639624](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1987421639624) Built during the Gilded Age and Progressive Era, the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in Upper Manhattan is a monument to its time — and still unfinished over 125 years later. But how did the world’s largest cathedral come to rise in New York City, and what masterpieces lie hidden within its soaring interior? Lace up your sneakers and get ready to uncover the history and architecture of the world’s largest cathedral like never before. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "https://www.nyadventureclub.com/") for an exclusive vertical tour through the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, where we'll explore its most iconic architectural highlights throughout a 12-story ascent to the roof before venturing below into the rarely-seen crypt. Led by a Cathedral Educator, our intimate behind-the-scenes experience will include: * **An overview of the Cathedral’s history and architecture**, including why it was built in two different styles * **Stories behind the building’s ongoing construction**, and what it means for the future of the Cathedral * **A climb up one of the Cathedral’s spiral staircases**, with stops at the triforium, a buttress, the ceiling above the nave, and even the roof — rising 124 feet in total * A **peek at the famous Guastavino-tiled spiral staircase** * **An exclusive trip into the crypt**, one of the Cathedral’s most hidden spaces — hear the stories of the entombed while exploring the vaults beneath the chapels See you there! \*Please bring water and wear a comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking and stair climbing for the duration of the tour — 12 stories in total! \*\*Please note that the spiral stairwells are quite narrow, and can be uncomfortable for those with claustrophobia — if you choose to not ascend or descend the cathedral stairs, you may wait on the ground floor for the group to return \*\*\*Guests must be at least 12 years old to visit the crypt Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: In-Person, Houses of Worship

From NYC EastWest Elite MeetUp

Law, Real Estate & Construction Networking Event @ Hudson Yards

Thu, May 7, 10:00 PM

3.5

[ [Ticket ](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/76065455893).) Meet top lawyers, real estate developers, brokers, architects, and construction professionals🔹 Forge valuable partnerships and grow your network🔹 Exchange insights on market trends, deal flow, and regulatory updates🔹 Discover potential clients, collaborators, or investment opportunitie

From The Art of Photography - NYC

Join Us for the High Line Photo Shoot (Sat, May 16, 2026 @ 11:00 am)

Sat, May 16, 3:00 PM

The High Line is one of NYC's most dynamic photography locations. The park's elevated perspective gives you a unique urban vantage point unlike anything at street level, with long canyon-like views down the cross streets of the Meatpacking District, curated greenery framing the skyline, and architectural details from the preserved railroad tracks to Zaha Hadid's building at 520 W 28th street. **PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES** **Technique Focus:** ***Urban Nature & Street Portraits*** * **Juxtapose nature against the built environment:** The High Line's design--native plantings growing alongside exposed steel, rail ties, and concrete--is made for this. Use a wide-angle lens to pull both elements into sharp focus at f11-f16. * **Use selective focus to "suppress" the city:** Switch to a longer focal length and open up the aperture to f/2 or f/2.8. this isolates a flower or grass cluster against a completely blurred urban background. * **Shutter priority for moving objects:** Use shutter priority at 1/250s or faster to freeze pedestrians cleanly. * **Seek light, then wait:** Pick a spot with compelling light--a patch of sun cutting between buildings and simply wait for the right subject to walk into it. * These are just suggestions but use whatever equipment you may have or even an iPhone. **Videos to Review Before the Photo Shoot** * Urban Landscape: [Bing Videos](https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=how+to+photograph+the+highline+urban+nature+you+tube&&mid=F6C1B33B9ADCC74A9629F6C1B33B9ADCC74A9629&churl=https%3a%2f%2fwww.youtube.com%2fchannel%2fUCHIRBiAd-PtmNxAcLnGfwog&FORM=VRDGAR) * Street Photography: [Bing Videos](https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=street+photography+hugh+brownstone+youtube&mid=E24878EA63094F853AD6E24878EA63094F853AD6&churl=https%3a%2f%2fwww.youtube.com%2fchannel%2fUCHIRBiAd-PtmNxAcLnGfwog&FORM=VIRE) **Meeting Location/Event Hosts** Your host will be Doug. We will meet at Gansevoort Plaza at 11:00 am. We will be wearing our TAOP stickers, hats, or t-shirts and carrying our cameras. **Post-Event** TBD. **PHOTO CHALLENGE** Once this Meetup event ends, we will create an album on the [Photos](https://www.meetup.com/the-art-of-photography-nyc/photos/) page. Please post up to five (5) of your best photographs from the event before 7 PM (ET) on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Eligible photos: * Must be taken on Saturday, May 16th. * Must be posted before the deadline * **Must have a title** * Must NOT be sexually explicit or suggestive This album will be reviewed. The winning image will become the permanent album cover of the event. The name of the winning photographer will appear in the album title. **We welcome your participation and look forward to meeting you at 11:00 am.**

69 attendees

Exploring Prospect Park: Brooklyn's Green Paradise

Sat, May 16, 6:00 PM

Tickets: $39.98 ( incl. $4.98 fees ) (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1987421581450](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1987421581450) By the mid-1800s, residents of Brooklyn were tired of their primary recreation grounds being a cemetery — a true urban green space for the public was needed. Fortunately, the President of the Brooklyn Board of Park Commissioners couldn't have agreed more, urging for "a rural resort, where the people of all classes, escaping from the glare, and glitter, and turmoil of the city, might find relief for the mind.” It's time to hit the ground and uncover the definitive story of how Prospect Park came to be, and has prospered ever since. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/) as we explore Prospect Park and the incredible story behind its creation — designed by Central Park architects Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux, this 536 acre park in Brooklyn was the borough's first major urban green space, and one that remains as coveted as when it opened in 1867. Led by licensed NYC tour guide Kyle Sallee, our tour surrounding Prospect Park's artistry, architecture, and influential figures throughout the past 150 years will include: * The **origin story behind Prospect Park** and why a great park of Brooklyn was so desperately needed in the mid 19th-century * **How the park's design was transformed** by Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux from a Central Park knock-off to what many consider to be their crowning achievement * The **role of the Brooklyn Parks Commission** in creating a more enjoyable and welcoming park; and how architectural contemporaries, the New York Parks Department, and the Prospect Park Alliance picked up where they left off * A walk along the watercourse that runs along the lower half of Prospect Park, highlighting **some of Prospect Park's historic sites** including the Boathouse, Nethermead Arches, and Concert Grove Pavilion * The **evolution of the park in the second half of the twentieth century**, mainly led by the New York Parks Department and the Prospect Park Alliance Tour guide Kyle will be visiting neighborhood local bar and cafe Edie Jo’s for some **post-tour food and drinks**, so stick around afterward to debrief with your fellow adventurers! See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*This tour concludes at the corner of Ocean Av and Parkside Av **About Kyle** Kyle Sallee is a Brooklyn based actor and tour guide with a decade of experience in leading programming across several New York City parks. Kyle is the founder of Central Park Food Tours, and has been recently featured in the podcast series Bar None. Currently, Kyle is the host of Virtual Park Bites, a Facebook Live series devoted to by-request examinations of park life across the city, as well as the trivia host of New York Adventure Club’s Virtual Group Trivia Night. Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Rust NYC: Reversing the Great Firewall and Geospatial Rust

Thu, May 7, 10:30 PM

From Rust NYC

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

Join us on **Thursday, May 7th at Nominal** for a Rust NYC meetup featuring two talks about engineering at Internet scale. Doors open at **6:30 p.m.** so attendees have time to grab pizza and socialize, and talks begin at **7:15 p.m.** Our first talk, **“Reverse Engineering China’s Great Firewall,”** will be given by **Jackson Sippe**, a PhD candidate at the University of Colorado Boulder whose research focuses on privacy, network security, and censorship circumvention. Jackson is best known for his work on China’s Great Firewall, including the discovery of a memory disclosure vulnerability dubbed **Wallbleed** and the reverse engineering of several censorship techniques used by the firewall. China’s Great Firewall is one of the largest and most sophisticated censorship systems ever deployed, but what does it actually do on the wire? Jackson will walk through several years of measurement and reverse engineering work on the GFW, including discoveries about how it blocks fully encrypted traffic, how it adapted to disrupt QUIC, and how vulnerabilities in its infrastructure exposed surprising weaknesses. More broadly, this is a talk about the engineering tradeoffs behind censorship at Internet scale: what it takes to inspect and interfere with live traffic, where those systems are effective, and where their complexity creates consequences for users far beyond China. Our second talk, **“Geospatial Rust: How to Go Places… and Get There Fast Without Crashing,”** will be given by **Yuri Astrakhan**, Principal Engineer at Rivian. Yuri will give a practical introduction to mapping and explain how Rust and related technologies are changing the geospatial ecosystem. The talk will cover open source tools and libraries related to mapping, where Rust is being adopted, how different projects compete and cooperate, and the story of **MapLibre**—including where Rust fits into its future. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the modern geospatial stack, why performance and reliability matter so much in mapping, and where Rust is starting to make a real impact. Together, these talks explore two very different but deeply technical domains: censorship infrastructure and geospatial systems. Both involve complex networks, performance-sensitive software, open protocols, and hard reliability constraints. Whether you are interested in Rust, networking, security, mapping, reverse engineering, or large-scale systems design, this meetup should offer a rare and practical look at how real-world infrastructure behaves under pressure. **Speakers:** **Jackson Sippe** is a PhD candidate at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he conducts empirical research on privacy, network security, and censorship circumvention. He is best known for his work on China’s Great Firewall, including the discovery of the Wallbleed memory disclosure vulnerability and the reverse engineering of several censorship techniques used by the firewall. More at sipperior.com. **Yuri Astrakhan** is a Principal Engineer at Rivian and a long-time contributor to open source mapping technology. His work spans geospatial systems, open map infrastructure, and the evolution of MapLibre and related tools. **[Lawrence Harvey](https://www.lawrenceharvey.com/)** is Rust NYC's official recruitment partner, with Ross providing support as a co-organizer and financial support. The space is generously sponsored by **[Nominal](https://nominal.io/).**

160 attendees

High-Impact Portraiture: May 13-May 27, 6:15pm-8:45pm. In-person:Hybrid

Wed, May 13, 10:15 PM

From PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

[High-Impact Portraiture: Conceptual & Editorial Lighting (4 Sessions): May 13-May 27, 6:15pm-8:45pm. In-person: Outdoors/Indoors Hybrid](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-po2.i-10.1.htm "High-Impact Portraiture: Conceptual & Editorial Lighting (4 Sessions): May 13-May 27,Â 6:15pm-8:45pm. In-person: Outdoors/Indoors Hybrid, CO-PO2.i-10.1") https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-po2.i-08.1.htm **This workshop is a Hybrid.** First class is online, and the rest are alternate in person outdoors and / or indoors depending on the course and version. The outdoor sessions will be at Union Square Park, and in cases of drizzle they'll move to the roofed area of he Highline (at 14th street). In case of major storms they'll be rescheduled. Look out for the email with specifics the day before class. For any question, contact us at 646 820-3302/ Thanks! # HIGH-IMPACT PORTRAITURE: Conceptual Lighting & Editorial Directing. This course will guide you through all that there is to see to unleash your imagination and create the most unique, editorial-style portraits. Step into the world of high-end portraiture by learning conceptual lighting techniques, advanced subject direction, and the use of subjective imagery and props. ## What You Will Master: * **Conceptual Lighting:** Practice and experimentation with a myriad of advanced lighting effects, including classic light setups, High Key, Low Key, Corrective, and dramatic lighting. * **DIY Home Studio:** Setting up a simple Portrait DIY home studio setup using equipment you already have, maximizing both natural and artificial lighting. * **Advanced Directing:** Directing the subject and utilizing props and background elements to convey a specific narrative or emotion * **Critique & History:** Review, analysis, and practice of all types of portraitureâ€”from documentary to editorialâ€”including the history of portraiture and famous portraitists ## Course Structure: Classes include in-class photo shooting and experimentation of all techniques, as well as weekly assignments and photo critiques of your own work. This course is a perfect complement to our Studio & Lighting course. | Requirements & Availability | | --------------------------- | | **Requirements:** Any digital camera, including Phone cameras and Mirrorless, with Automatic mode. | | **Recommendation:** We highly recommend taking the **Portrait Foundations** course prior to this, as this course will not include the basics of composition, basic lighting, or shooting angles. | | **Available Versions:** Full course (2-5 weeks, full content) or Single day seminar (brief intro). |

1 attendee

Street, Travel & Cityscape Photo : May 23- May 24, Sat/ Sun 1:30 PM.- 5:00 PM.

Sat, May 23, 5:30 AM

From Columbia Digital Storytelling Lab

[Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Workshop (2 sessions): May 23-May 24, Saturday & Sunday 1:30 PM-5:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors. Intensive!](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-tp1.i-02.1.htm "Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Workshop (2 sessions): May 23-May 24, Saturday & Sunday 1:30 PM-5:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors. Intensive!, CO-TP1.i-02.1") $ 375.- \* Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendess as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com **🏙️ STREET, TRAVEL & CITYSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY:** Urban workshop is an essential mix of **Landscape, Cityscape, and Street Photography**, making it ideal for the frequent traveler, the photojournalist, and the photographer who loves shooting anywhere, everywhere. This intensive course is mostly conducted **outdoors** and focuses on honing compositional and technical skills specific to dynamic, real-world environments. You'll be fully prepared for your next outdoor adventure, from capturing expressive street portraits to stunning natural landscapes. ## What You Will Master: * **Location Composition:** Learn savvy techniques that will turn your landscape and cityscape images into outstanding ones, focusing on perspective, lighting, and specialized composition rules for outdoor scenes. * **Street & Candid Techniques:** Capture scenes and moments with confidence, including environmental portraiture and the ethics of shooting in public spaces. * **Real-Time Practice:** Experienced instructors guide you through various outdoor shooting scenarios (High Line, Union Square, Central Park, etc.) with immediate review of the work photographed during class. * **Light Manipulation:** The ins and outs of manipulating natural and urban light for impactful location photos. | Requirements & Availability | | --------------------------- | | **Requirements:** Any camera (DSLRs to Phone cameras). Note: This course will not review the fundamentals of camera functions and exposure; students are expected to know how to manage their cameras (auto or manual mode recommended). | | **Assumed Knowledge:** Digital Photography I or equivalent level is recommended. | | **Note:** Classes take place mainly outdoors. Please be prepared for weather conditions. | | **Available Versions:** Full course (various duration options) or Single day seminar (brief intro). | **Note** This course will not review the fundamentals of camera functions and exposure; students are expected to know how to manage their cameras (in automatic or manual mode). View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

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Agentic Horror: a Haunted House of Machines

Mon, May 18, 11:00 PM

Columbia DSL, in collaboration with Study Hall, invites you to an evening exploring agentic horror - where systems begin to act and respond in ominous ways. The session opens with a short talk tracing how horror has evolved alongside technology, from machines that mirror us to systems that behave like living organisms to networks that blur individual and collective control. As these systems grow more autonomous, authorship slips, intent becomes unclear, and the boundary between user and system begins to erode. We’ll examine the discomfort of being reflected by something nonhuman, the unease of systems that adapt in real time, and the instability of identity shaped by unseen processes. The evening culminates in a live prototype: an agentic horror experience using spatial audio and exploration. As you move through the environment, the system listens and shifts, constructing a responsive experience that is never quite the same twice. Part talk and part experiment, this meetup continues the Lab’s focus on prototyping as a way of thinking - asking not just what we build with machines, but what it feels like when systems begin to develop their own logic. About STUDY HALL STUDY HALL is a creative building series in Manhattan where all disciplines vibe and play together. At STUDY HALL, everyone's an expert at something, and no technical experience is required. Presented in partnership with the city's frontier voices (Plastic Labs, AI Residency, Zo Computer), and hosted by Charlie Freiberg and Zak Hap.

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