PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

Professional Studio Lighting : Jun 11, Thursday 6:15 PM-8:00 PM. In-person

Thu, Jun 11 · 6:15 PM EDT

PhotoManhattan, 51 W 14th St #3R, New York, NY, US

Learn lighting like a pro with our next workshop Professional Studio Lighting – The Photo studio, Strobes & Accessories (1 session): Jun 11, Thursday 6:15 PM-8:00 PM. In-person
https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/slb-se1-i-1.htm
Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com
Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course.
This workshop is in Person.
The class will be in Chelsea or Midtown, The exact photo studio location will be selected based on the class size and emailed to you the day prior to class. For any questions, please call us at 646 820-3302

# PROFESSIONAL STUDIO LIGHTING CLASS: Mastery with Strobes & Modifiers.


Welcome to the professional studio environment! This intensive course consists of full hands-on shooting using professional photography equipment provided by us. It's an excellent opportunity to gain solid studio experience without the extra cost of photo studio rentals and equipment purchase.

## What You Will Master:

• Equipment Mastery: Learn how to use and adjust all provided professional photo equipment, including soft boxes, umbrellas, snoots, and flash-meters.
• Classic Lighting Effects: Achieve exceptional lighting effects and exact results, ranging from classic setups like Key Light & Fill Light to specialized techniques like creating a perfect white-on-white look.
• Advanced Techniques: Learn to work with mixed lighting (ambient and flash) and creative techniques like achieving motion blur with flash.
• Real-World Application: The top-notch lighting effects and skills learned in this workshop are fully applicable outside of the controlled photo studio environment.

## Course Structure:

Classes will be fully hands-on experimentation. We highly recommend taking this course to fully understand lighting dynamics both in and outside of the studio. Content is split in 3 separate sessions to suit your schedule:

• The basics, Photo studio, Strobes & Accessories (this class): Learn how to use and setup Strobes and accessories and create basic lighting setups. Includes: soft-boxes, barn doors, snoots, umbrellas, reflectors, flash-meters. For complete beginners. View upcoming dates.
• Lighting fundamentals, Classic light setups (separate class): Learn standard lighting techniques, from 3-way lighting to backgrounds, tonality control, and portrait lighting. Prior classes are not required but recommended. View more upcoming dates.
• Creative product photography (separate class): Bring your product or model and experiment with advanced lighting techniques, such as mixed lighting, ambient and flash, freeze, and motion effects for product photography. Prior classes are not required but recommended. View upcoming dates.

| Requirements & Availability |
| --------------------------- |
| Requirements: Digital SLR or Point & Shoot camera with Manual options (Aperture & Shutter speed control) AND a Flash mount. Studio equipment is not required as it will be provided. |
| Level of Knowledge Assumed: Basic camera operation in Manual mode. |

View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

Visual, Composition & Storytelling: Jun 13- 27, Sat. 12:30 -3:00 PM. In-person.

Sat, Jun 13 · 12:30 PM EDT

Union Square, New York, NY, US

Visual Composition & Storytelling Classes (3 sessions): Jun 13-Jun 27, Saturdays 12:30 PM-3:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors

https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-dp3.i-01.1.htm

* Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com

This workshop is fully Outdoors.

Except, in specific instances such as rain / drizzle, it will be partially indoors or rescheduled.
Meeting location will be in Union Square Park or the Highline (at 14th street).

👁️ VISUAL COMPOSITION & STORYTELLING: The Art of Seeing Light and Design

This is where your creative photography takes over. Master composition rules (Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines) and learn how to break them to forge your own artistic style. Focus on visual design elements like perspective, color theory, and dynamic framing.

What You Will Master:

* Compositional Rules: Master essential composition techniques, including the Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, Symmetry, and Negative Space.

* Design Elements: Focus on visual design elements such as perspective, color theory, dynamic framing, pattern, and texture to make every image captivating.

* Creative Vision: Develop your individual style and learn to identify and execute complex concepts that transform a snapshot into a compelling piece of visual storytelling.

* Hands-On Practice: In-class assignments and critiques focused on developing and refining your unique creative vision.

This course marks the shift from simply operating a camera to truly creating art. Master the foundational rules of composition and learn when and how to break them to forge your own unique artistic style. Learn to communicate complex ideas and emotions through the frame.

Requirements & Notes:

* Requirements: Any camera (DSLR, Mirrorless, or advanced Point & Shoot).

* Assumed Knowledge: Basic familiarity with camera operation.

Real Estate Photo Secrets: Jun 17, Wednesday 2:30 PM-5:00 PM. Online.

Wed, Jun 17 · 2:30 PM EDT

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Real Estate Photo Secrets: Capture & Edit for Listing Success (1 session): Jun 17, Wednesday 2:30 PM-5:00 PM. Online.
https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-ire-wo-al.1.htm
. $165.-
https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-ire-wo-al.0.htm

Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com
Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course.

This workshop is Online.
Virtual classes are fully interactive with time for questions & answers and assignments review. We'll email all registrants an attendee link the day of class.

Course information
🏠 REAL ESTATE PHOTO SECRETS: Capture & Edit for Listing Success

Boost your listings and capture client attention immediately! This crash course delivers quick, effective tools needed to take stunning, professional real estate photography. Simplify the complex endeavor of interior and property photography. This workshop delivers quick, effective tools needed to take stunning real estate photography. We simplify interior photography: managing tricky lighting, avoiding distortion (wide-angle techniques), and utilizing basic editing tricks (like HDR) for photos that capture clients' attention immediately.

What You Will Master:

* Interior Lighting: Managing tricky, uneven lighting in interiors and making even the biggest rooms look spacious. Solutions for complex interior environments where lighting is tricky, furniture is awkward, and rooms must be made to look spacious (not like a closet!).

* Wide-Angle Mastery: Essential techniques for using wide-angle lenses (or phone modes) effectively while avoiding distortion and an awkward look. Walk-through of effective staging techniques and choosing the correct shooting angles to accurately and attractively represent a property.

* Post-Processing: Utilizing basic editing tricks (like HDR merging and color correction) for fast turnaround and maximum listing impact.

* Business Strategy: Pointers on image selection, marketing practices, and how photographs can be effectively shot to increase sales.

Requirements & Notes:

* Requirements: Mobile camera (or any camera).

* Assumed Knowledge: Basic camera or phone operation. For advanced settings, reference Phoneography workshops.
View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

Professional Studio Lighting : Jun 18, Thursday 6:15 PM-8:00 PM. In-person

Thu, Jun 18 · 6:15 PM EDT

PhotoManhattan, 51 W 14th St #3R, New York, NY, US

Learn lighting like a pro with our next workshop Professional Studio Lighting – Classic light setups (1 session): Jun 18, Thursday 6:15 PM-8:00 PM. In-person
$ 195.-
https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/slb-se2-i-1.htm
Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com
Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course.
This workshop is in Person.
The class will be in Chelsea or Midtown, The exact photo studio location will be selected based on the class size and emailed to you the day prior to class. For any questions, please call us at 646 820-3302

# PROFESSIONAL STUDIO LIGHTING CLASS: Mastery with Strobes & Modifiers.


Welcome to the professional studio environment! This intensive course consists of full hands-on shooting using professional photography equipment provided by us. It's an excellent opportunity to gain solid studio experience without the extra cost of photo studio rentals and equipment purchase.

## What You Will Master:

• Equipment Mastery: Learn how to use and adjust all provided professional photo equipment, including soft boxes, umbrellas, snoots, and flash-meters.
• Classic Lighting Effects: Achieve exceptional lighting effects and exact results, ranging from classic setups like Key Light & Fill Light to specialized techniques like creating a perfect white-on-white look.
• Advanced Techniques: Learn to work with mixed lighting (ambient and flash) and creative techniques like achieving motion blur with flash.
• Real-World Application: The top-notch lighting effects and skills learned in this workshop are fully applicable outside of the controlled photo studio environment.

## Course Structure:

Classes will be fully hands-on experimentation. We highly recommend taking this course to fully understand lighting dynamics both in and outside of the studio. Content is split in 3 separate sessions to suit your schedule:

• The basics, Photo studio, Strobes & Accessories (this class): Learn how to use and setup Strobes and accessories and create basic lighting setups. Includes: soft-boxes, barn doors, snoots, umbrellas, reflectors, flash-meters. For complete beginners. View upcoming dates.
• Lighting fundamentals, Classic light setups (separate class): Learn standard lighting techniques, from 3-way lighting to backgrounds, tonality control, and portrait lighting. Prior classes are not required but recommended. View more upcoming dates.
• Creative product photography (separate class): Bring your product or model and experiment with advanced lighting techniques, such as mixed lighting, ambient and flash, freeze, and motion effects for product photography. Prior classes are not required but recommended. View upcoming dates.

| Requirements & Availability |
| --------------------------- |
| Requirements: Digital SLR or Point & Shoot camera with Manual options (Aperture & Shutter speed control) AND a Flash mount. Studio equipment is not required as it will be provided. |
| Level of Knowledge Assumed: Basic camera operation in Manual mode. |

View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm