What we’re about
We are a the folks from PhotoManhattan School offering free and affordable photography classes in NYC, workshops and photo exhibitions on a monthly basis. For a full list of photo classes and events please visit Photomanhattan.com. All our events are booked with photographers and photo students from our school and remaining spaces are regularly opened for free for the members of this group. Other events and classes may have a nominal fee. You won't be alone. Just walk in head to the front desk, mention that you come from meetup.com, we'll be expecting you. For other photo courses and online webinars please view a wide range of photo classes from street photography, through Studio & Lighting, to TTL flash.
At exhibits, you'll find tons of people, up to 45 at times, music, complementary snacks and beverages, friendly people, and great photographs! You may socialize as much as you like, or simply watch the students' photo series on your own. Exhibitions are open to everyone.
Free classes can be anywhere from 5 to 20 students. They are structured classes, not just talks. We offer remaining spaces for free at meetup.com as often as possible. Some have hands on or outdoor shooting, depending on their description.
Meetings are held at 51 W14TH ST, #2R, in Manhattan, between 5th and 6th avenues. Train stop: 14TH Street. Tel, 212 929-3302. You can view more details at our website: www.photomanhattan.com
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Visuals & Composiiton: May 14-May 28, Tuesdays 5:15-8:00 PM. In-person/Outdoors.Union Square, New York, NY$375.00
Visuals & Composiiton (3 Sessions): May 14-May 28, Tuesdays 5:15 PM-8:00 PM. In-person/Outdoors.
* Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendess 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 Photography - Expand your creativity through visuals and composition.
This course is a perfect complement to your iPhoneography class. Fully outdoors and hands-on. Take a journey into the world of Visuals, Learn the rules, break them and develop your own style. Theres one thing to know how to use your camera, but how do you create a visually appealing photograph? You have the tools, now lets put them to work. Learn all about the rules of composition, when to apply them, when to consider them, and… when to break them!
Made for all camera users alike (DSLRs - Phones), this course focuses on mastering the composition and design of your images and to quickly and efficiently enhance framing, composition and image design, color, pattern, texture, perspective, contrast, balance, lighting and all of the visual aspects of photography that you need to know. Sessions will include plenty of shooting assignments, in-class practice and experimentation, photo critiques of your own work, review of famous photographer's work as well of tons of image reviews that will enrich you and unleash your creative potential. You'll be assigned to photograph a series that you are welcome to showcase at the end of the course. (optional).
Requirements: ANY Camera; point and shoot, DSLR, Mirrorless and Phone cameras. No prior shooting knowledge is required, but we highly recommend knowing the basics of your camera or taking a Beginner's camera course in parallel.
- Studio & Lighting - May 16-May 30, Thursdays 6:15 PM-9:00 PM. In-person.PhotoManhattan, New York, NY$495.00
Learn lighting like a pro with our next workshop Studio & Lighting - May 16-May 30, Thursdays 6:15 PM-9:00 PM. In-person.
View more at PhotoManhattan.com.Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendess 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.
Location will be in Chelsea or Midtown. Exact photo studio location will be selected based on the class size and emailed to you the day prior to class.
Note: most popular locations will be either of 1) West 13th-17th, 2) West 28th-32nd, or 3) our biggest space at Bowery @Grand.
For any questions, please call us at 646 820-3302.Class information
Welcome to the Studio! Classes will consist of full hands-on shooting using pro photo equipment provided by us, weekly assignments and plenty of experimentation. You don't need to own studio equipment, just have a camera with Manual mode.You'll learn how to use the photo equipment including soft boxes, umbrellas, snoots and flash-meters. You'll do exceptional lighting effects as well as adjust your shoot for exact results. From classic lighting such as key light & fill light, to white on white. Additionally, you'll learn how to work with mixed lighting (Ambient and flash), motion blur with flash. The Lighting effects learned in this workshop are top notch and will provide you with solid experience in lighting that is applicable outside of the Photo Studio.
This course is an excellent opportunity to experience Photo Studio shooting without the extra cost of Photo studio rentals and equipment. We highly recommend taking this course to fully understand lighting in and outside of the Studio.
Requirements: Any camera with Manual mode and to know the basics of exposure in Manual mode.
Studio equipment is not required.View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm
- Travel & Street Photo: May 18-May 19, Sat & Sun 12:15-4:00PM. In-person/OutdoorsUnion Square, New York, NY$375.00
View more at PhotoManhattan.com.
* Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendess 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).Class Information:
Learn the tricks of Street and Landscape photography. Enhance your Travel Photos with this workshop mix of Landscape, Cityscape and Street Photography, and urban scenery. Capture that scene with confidence and creativity. This course is mostly taken place outdoor and focuses on honing compositional skills specific to landscapes, cityscapes and street photography. Ideal for the frequent traveler, the photojournalist, and the photographer who just likes to take pictures anywhere, everywhere!
Learn savvy techniques that will turn your images into outstanding ones, such as lighting, composition, special effects particular to cityscapes and landscapes. Our experienced instructors will guide you through various sets of exercises and outdoor shooting scenarios that will fully prepare you for your next outdoor adventure. Sessions will consist of real-time shooting and immediate review of the work photographed during class.
In person workshops will mostly outdoors at either the High Line, Union Square, Central Park, or other locations as determined by the instructor. In the winter months, please be prepared for the cold. Some parts of the sessions may take place indoors on very cold days. In case of rain, classes may be rescheduled, as possible.
Requirement:
* Knowing how to operate your camera, in auto or manual mode.
* Any cameras. (Mirroless, Point and shoots, DSLR, or 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 (in automatic or manual mode).
View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm
