PhotoManhattan - Photography classes NYC & Free Exhibits

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

Wed, May 13 · 6:15 PM EDT

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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-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 portraiture—from documentary to editorial—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 |
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| 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). |

Lightroom, Digital Asset & Workflow: May 18-Jun 15, Mon 1:30 -3:15 PM. . Online

Mon, May 18 · 1:30 AM EDT

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Online

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Lightroom: The Essential Digital Asset & Workflow (4 sessions): May 18-Jun 15, Mondays 1:30 PM-3:15 PM. (No class on 5/25). Online

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

Courses are limited to 5-15 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.

🖼️ LIGHTROOM: The Essential Digital Asset & Workflow. Part 1.

Adobe Lightroom is the industry-standard application for organizing, optimizing, and sharing photography efficiently. This course introduces the fundamentals of a modern, non-destructive workflow, providing a safe and systematic way to manage your entire photo library and streamline your process.

What You Will Master:

* Library Management: Properly importing, cataloging, and organizing photos, and safeguarding your assets from loss due to computer failure.

* Non-Destructive Editing: Mastering the Develop module for global adjustments, including exposure, tone, and color, for fast, consistent results.

* Batch Editing: Executing fast, high-volume edits using presets and synchronization for quick turnaround.

* Output & Sharing: Efficient methods for sharing and exporting for social media, client delivery, and professional printing.

Part 1 (this course) will cover navigating and understanding the Lightroom menus and settings, filing and the basic edits. Part 2 (a separate course) will focus on more intricate edits - This is recommended if you have already used Lightroom before and are familiar with the basics.

Requirements & Notes:

* Requirements: Access to Adobe Lightroom (free 4-week trial available).

* Assumed Knowledge: Basic digital photography concepts. Efficiency in operating a computer (Mac or Windows) is mandatory.
View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm

The phone camera tricks : May 21, Thursday 6:15 PM-8:15 PM. In-person/Outdoors.

Thu, May 21 · 6:15 PM EDT

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The Phone Camera: Tricks, Tips, and Hidden Potential, Seminar (1 session): May 21, Thursday 6:15 PM-8:15 PM. In-person/Outdoors.
$105.00.-
https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/se-ipn.i-01.1.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 5-15 people depending on the course.

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).

Class information:

This workshop is a continuation of iPhoneography. It will be a hands on shooting practice of the concepts learned previously: essential camera settings, such as night photography, exposure compensation, portrait mode, shooting tricks, and beyond.

In addition, workshop will introduce: in-camera edits, filters, color, trending accessories and props, and most popular phone applications, and a brief on framing, lighting and composition.

** Please note: this single day workshop focuses specifically on the phone's camera settings. - It will not cover general photography topics - which relate to all cameras- such as Lighting, Portrait, Composition, Street Photo, please refer to the corresponding course such as Digital Camera - A beginner's guide course, or equivalent course.

Requirements: Smartphone and basic understanding of the Phone's camera menus and settings.

For learning video, or special effects, filtering and beyond, please refer to the Social media sessions.

Find other available classes at our Photography classes page: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm.

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

Sat, May 23 · 1:30 AM EDT

Union Square, New York, NY, US

Street, Travel & Cityscape Photography Workshop (2 sessions): May 23-May 24, Saturday & Sunday 1:30 PM-5:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors. Intensive!
$ 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 |
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| 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