Free Seminars

• The free sessions below are part of PhotoManhattan.'s monthly evaluation of new instructors. Each session will be taught by a different Photographer, therefore, specific class content might slightly vary from the general information provided on this site. We tend to limit this seminars to 4 students, however, in some exceptional circumstances will allow bigger groups. Note, in some instances we might implement a $1 sing up fee, just as a way to promote true registrations only. This amount will be refunded to you on the day of class. Should you wish to register in person or by mail, you are welcome to do so at: 51 West 14th St, #2R. New York, NY 10011.

  Exposure & Manual Mode (View dates) View description
• This session consists of an introduction to aperture, shutter-speed, film speeds, focal length, light-meter both for Digital and Film cameras. For class, please bring your camera with fresh batteries! Note, camera must have Manual control of shutter-speed and aperture.
  
  
  

Monthly Seminars

The 2-hour seminars below are brief introductions to various photographic fields. These sessions are designed mainly as either a guide to determining your course of interest, or as a refresher for previously acquired knowledge.


Composition & framing

• This seminar is designed for those of you looking to learn the techniques necessary to produce unique and captivating shots rather than 'okay' ones. $79. (View Dates) (View full description)
• Students will review various samples of 'regular' street shots and will have a thorough analysis of the various compositional techniques that could be applied to improve each of them. Topics include lighting, focus, background, angle and perspective, the rule of thirds, and the do's and don't's of composition. This one-day seminar is open to all levels. It is applicable to all fields of photography. Use of a manual camera is recommended but not required. Note, If you are enrolled in our Introduction to Photography you don't need this seminar, as this material will be covered during your course.

Digital Camera

• Are you getting confused with so many settings? This 2-hour seminar will guide you through your camera settings and their uses. $79. (View Dates) (View full description)
• This session will cover Resolution, Exposure for digital, File formats, White balance, Image size, Film speed and even Histogram! Bring your camera with fresh batteries! Note, it's recommended though not required to have a 35mm digital camera instead of a point and shoot. Requirements: Exposure knowledge. (Aperture, shutter speed and light meter).

Focus Control

• This seminar will introduce students to the techniques used to control depth of field (focus) within an image. Students will be given assignments to practice the material reviewed in class. $79. (View Dates) (View full description)
• Requirements: Exposure knowledge. (Aperture, shutter speed and light meter). Camera with manual options. Note, If you are enrolled in our Introduction to Photography you don't need this seminar, as this material will be covered during your course.

Lens & Camera

• This seminar is designed for those of you looking for guidance on what lenses and camera to purchase, or simply looking to optimize the use of your existing equipment to its full potential. $79. (View Dates) (View full description)
• Students will be introduced to a comprehensive examination of photographic lenses, including resolution, contrast, depth of field & focus, and a guide to understanding the various other lens features that enhance image results. This class will also include an evaluation of current Digital SLR’s key specifications for improved shooting workflow. Requirements: Basic photography knowledge. Note, Film camera users looking to further understand lens characteristics and applications, may benefit from this lesson. Those of you looking to learn the Camera settings such as exposure and such, refer to “Digital camera settings seminar” or "Exposure".

Portable Flash

• Learn how to control your TTL flash, whether it is your built in or portable flash unit. In this seminar, an experienced photographer will help to demystify the technical principles behind flash photography, and provide you with techniques designed to make your flash answer your needs as a photographer. $79. (View Dates) (View full description)
• . Requirements: A basic understanding of manual camera functions is helpful but not essential.

Portraiture

• This seminar will introduce students to basics of portraiture composition, controlling and modifying artificial and natural light and accessories, as well as creative techniques and tips which will prove essential in most of your headshots, whether they are family portraits or commercial shots. $79. (View Dates) (View full description)
• For additional instruction in Portrait lighting, please see the supplemental studio lighting seminar. Requirements: Basic knowledge of aperture & shutter-speed are highly recommended but not necessary.

Studio & Lighting

• This the perfect first step to becoming acquainted with the Studio Photography!This seminar will be a full hands-on photo shooting using professional studio equipment. $79. (View Dates) (View full description)
• Students will be introduced to the use Studio Strobes, Accessories such as softbox, barndoors, snoots and umbrellas, Flash-meter AND basic portrait lighting techniques using up to 3 strobes. Students will be assigned to work on a portraiture photograph during class. Requirements: Good understanding of aperture and shutter speed is recommended but not required. For the first class please bring your camera with fresh batteries and a 100 B&W film (if film camera). You are welcome to bring your flash-meter if you own one! Limited spaces: 10 Students.

Wedding Photography

This 2-hour crash course led by an experienced photographer will walk you through the process of wedding photography: from an introduction to the basic equipment, through shooting techniques & composition, to the procedures and details on what and when to shoot. $79 . (View Dates) (View full description)

For the first class please bring your camera with fresh batteries, and it's manuals if at hand. Requirements: Basic knowledge of aperture & shutter-speed are highly recommended but not necessary. Note, if you are looking to learn Flash Photography only, please refer to our "TTL Flash seminar".

Seminar Packages

These sets of seminars are our best compilation of short classes put together. They were designed for students to get acquainted with various areas of photography in a short period of time.

Four-Sessions
Exposure & Manual Mode (for film and Digital),
Digital camera settings

& your option of one of the following combination of 2 seminars: Studio Lighting & Portraiture Studio Lighting & Wedding Portable Flash and Wedding Photography Portable Flash& Portraiture

Requirements: Digital camera with manual control of aperture and shutter-speed.For first class: Bring your camera with fresh batteries. $185. (Save $10!) (View dates)


Six-Sessions

Exposure & Manual Mode (for film and Digital),
Digital camera settings
Lens & Camera

& Any of the following combination of 3 seminars:
Portraiture, Composition, and Studio Lighting Portraiture, Portable Flash, and Studio Lighting Portraiture, Portable Flash, and Wedding Photography Portraiture, Composition, and Wedding Photography Focus Control, Portable Flash, and Studio Lighting Focus Control, Composition, and Studio Lighting Focus Control, Composition, and Wedding Photography Focus Control, Portable Flash, and Wedding Photography

Requirements: Film or Digital camera with Manual controls of Aperture and Shutter speed (SLR recommended but some point & shoots will also work. $310. (Save $15!) (View dates)