"Exposure & Manual Mode (for Film & digital)" FREE

• This session consists of an introduction to aperture, shutter-speed, film speeds, focal length, light-meter. (View Dates) (View full description)
• Are you getting blurry images? Maybe washed out ones? Taking your camera off the automatic mode and learning to use the manual options is your solution. This session consists of an introduction to aperture, shutter-speed, film speeds, focal length, light-meter. Bring your camera with fresh batteries! Note, camera must have Manual control of shutter-speed and aperture. Note, we have recently implemented a $1 charge as a way to promote true registrations only. Please request your refund on the day of your 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.

Composition

• This seminar is designed for those of you looking to learn the techniques necessary to produce unique and captivating shots rather than 'okay' ones. $65. (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 decisive moment, and the do's and dont's of compostion. At the end of the class, students are given a series of specific assignments focusing on each technique, so that they can apply what they learned. This practical work also allows students to start developing their own compositional skills. 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. $65. (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 the focus range within an image. Students will be given assignments to practice the material reviewed in class. $65. (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 lense and camera to purchase, or simply looking to optimize the use of your existing equipment to its full potential. $65. (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

• In photography, relying on available light can be limiting – but using a flash can be intimidating. In this seminar, an experienced photographer will help to demystify the technical principles behind flash photography, and provide you with an arsenal of techniques designed to make your flash answer your needs as a photographer. $65. (View Dates) (View full description)
• Technical flash functions covered will be within both automatic (TTL) and manual flash modes, including guide numbers and exposure compensation. Flash techniques that will be discussed include bouncing flash, fill flash, flash diffusion, and shutter dragging. Also covered will be special effects techniques like vignetting, stroboscopic flash, and high-speed sync. Requirements:A basic understanding of manual camera functions is helpful but not essential. Please note: the seminar covers only portable off-camera flash; that is, a battery-powered flash that can be removed from your camera. You do not need to own one in order to attend the seminar, but if you do, please bring it along with your camera and relevant manuals.

Portraiture

• This seminar will focus on how to make the most of your portrait session using minimal equipment and experience. $65. (View Dates) (View full description)
• The seminar will Fill your bag of tricks with tried-and-true methods of directing and interacting with a portrait subject as well as basic composition techniques which will prove essential in most of your headshots whether they are family portraits or commercial shots. Though this will be the focus of the seminar, basic portrait lighting using tungsten lights will be covered as well. 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. $65. (View Dates) (View full description)
• Students will be introduced to the use Studio Strobes, Accessories such as sofbox, 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 entire process of wedding photography: from an introduction to the use of portable flash and equipment basics, through wedding procedures and details on what and when to shoot, to the use of various lighting techniques using Portable flash in TTL mode. $65. (View Dates) (View full description)

This course is an excellent choice for those of you who are looking to understand not only the wedding photography procedures but also the uses and possibilities of dedicated flashes.

For the first class please bring your flash and camera with fresh batteries, and their manuals if at hand. Note, your equipment will be useful to practice the material learned in class. However, due to the wide variety of equipment brands and models, instructor will not be able to focus on your specific equipment.

Requirements: Basic knowledge of aperture & shutter-speed are highly recommended but not necessary.

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. $249. (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 Lightig 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 Photograhy 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. $379. (View dates)