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Walk About: Murals in Bushwick, Brooklyn
Art of Intuitive Photography See all classes by this school @ Exact location TBD, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the vibrant street art of Bushwick through your lens as you explore its colorful murals, dynamic architecture, and local energy. This hands-on photography experience focuses on composition, perspective, and creative expression. Open to all levels, using any digital camera or smartphone.
Oct 31st
2:30–4:30pm ET
$125
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Nov 8th
2:30–4:30pm ET
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Sat. Oct 31st, 2:30–4:30pm ET
(2 hours)
ALEXA 35: Workflow From Set to Post
AbelCine Training See all classes by this school @ 88 35th St, Brooklyn, NY
Build mastery of managing color, looks, and file data for the ALEXA 35 and other ARRI cameras through this in-depth course. From the set to post-production, discover how to set up a well-managed pipeline that protects creative intent, supporting a strong finish for modern film and television projects.
Thu. Nov 19th, 1–5pm ET
(4 hours)
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Crash Course: DSLR+
BKC See all classes by this school @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY
It's a smart, one-shot introduction to digital photography, and a good place to explore the fundamentals of your camera. We'll get you up and running quickly, showing you how to correct basic problems like photos that are too dark or too light, out of focus, blurry, off-balance and other common issues. Who should take this class? Anyone who would like to quickly improve your familiarity and understanding of your digital camera's basic functions...
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$75
Field Guide I: The Camera
BKC See all classes by this school @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn all your basic camera operations and get started the right way with a condensed package of essential information. This one-day workshop will cover all the functions and core concepts you need to know, as well as tips on how to get the kind of shot you want. We'll be covering the basics of exposure, f-stops, shutter speeds, ISO, and dealing with different kinds of light. We emphasize learning-by-doing, so we'll have class shoots inside and outside...
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$140
Crash Course: Camera Basics
BKC See all classes by this school @ 736 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY
ATTENTION: This class will be offered as a HYBRID class, with a limited number of in-person seats available in addition to Live Online Learning. This listing is for registration for our IN-PERSON class. Crash Course: Camera Basics is an efficient, one-shot introduction to digital photography, and a good place to explore the fundamentals of your camera. We'll get you up and running quickly, showing you what's up with all the buttons and...
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$99
Crash Course: iPhoneography 101
BKC See all classes by this school @ 736 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY
This camera never leaves your side… lucky for you it's a pretty excellent camera. The iPhone is like the swiss army knife of cameras, with an explosion of apps and filters, but it still has that unique quality entirely its own. Like the Polaroid and Instamatic before it, the iPhone's camera has become a cultural touchstone, beloved by pros and hobbyists alike. We’ll take you through a presentation of the handheld medium, from classic...
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$85
Intuitive Photography: New York Transit Museum
Art of Intuitive Photography See all classes by this school @ 130 Livingston St, Brooklyn, NY
By the end of the class students will not only be looking at the world with an eye of a photographer, but will have better photographs to prove it. Please join us for 3 hours to fine tune your intuition and your eye at The New York Transit Museum. Great views, as well as people and abstract photos will await us. We will conduct exercises to tune you into your intuition, and learn how to take photographs by following it. In addition, we...
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$100
Field Guide II: The Street
BKC See all classes by this school @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY
This six-hour workshop covers the unpredictable nature of the city landscape. A more advanced course, The Street challenges students to get out and use the environment as a working tool, putting their learning to practice by observing and capturing light, reflection and shadow in the real world. This Field Guide also focuses on color, composition and context within images. This workshop is ideal for students and street shooters who are already experienced...
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$90
Field Guide III: On-Location
BKC See all classes by this school @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY
This is not a how-to, step-by-step kind of workshop. It's designed to provide stimulus and fresh challenges to the emerging shooter, as well as critical feedback and group discussion on concept and execution while on location. Who should take this class: Those who have an interest in documentary photography, photojournalism, travel photography, street style blogs or environmental portraits What you will learn: Whether the location...
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$99
Cyanotype Workshop
Trestle Workshops See all classes by this school @ 62 18th St, Brooklyn, NY
No prior experience is needed, and beginners are welcome! This workshop is a hands-on introduction to the possibilities of the Cyanotype process, a photographic printing process that produces a cyan-blue print. By the end of class, students will have learned: the chemistry behind the cyanotype process how to prepare the paper how to expose the paper to sunlight or an artificial UV light source how to develop their prints Students can bring...
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$85
Photo Explorations: Dumbo and Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn
Art of Intuitive Photography See all classes by this school @ Dumbo, Brooklyn, NY
Capture the essence of Brooklyn in this photography class, open to all levels and digital cameras. Explore the stunning Dumbo and Vinegar Hill neighborhoods, with opportunities to photograph iconic bridges, cobblestone streets, and beautiful architecture. Enhance your composition skills and discover new perspectives in this immersive photography experience.
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$125
Master Your Digital Camera Controls (New York)
Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 1 John St, New York, NY
Ready to get more from your camera? The Digital Photo Academy's workshop in New York teaches you to take command of your camera's built-in controls. Discover how simple setting adjustments can produce creative, striking results.
Sat. Jun 20th, 9:30–11am ET
(90 minutes)
Essential Black & White Darkroom
BKC See all classes by this school @ Gowanus Darkroom 119 8th St , Brooklyn, NY
Who should take this class Are you a digital photographer looking to expand your knowledge of photographic technique and history? Maybe you took a darkroom class in school and want to get back to your roots? Is there something about photos shot on film that you love but can't explain why? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you should definitely check this class out. What you will learn The great standard-bearer of...
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Intro to Smartphone Photography
Art of Intuitive Photography See all classes by this school @ Comfort Road, Brooklyn, NY
Unlock the full potential of your smartphone camera and capture stunning photos with ease. Learn to navigate settings, adapt to various conditions, and achieve the results you envision. This hands-on class is tailored to help you elevate your mobile photography skills and create images that truly stand out.
Sat. Dec 1st, 12–2pm ET
(2 hours)
Walk About: Williamsburg Hassidic Neighborhood
Art of Intuitive Photography See all classes by this school
Step into the vibrant Hassidic Jewish community of Williamsburg and capture its unique culture through your lens. Led by an experienced guide, this photowalk takes place as the neighborhood prepares for Shabbas, offering dynamic street photography opportunities. Open to all levels, it's the perfect chance to explore a distinctive setting and improve your photography skills.
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$125
The Analog Film Lab
BKC See all classes by this school @ Gowanus Darkroom 119 8th St , Brooklyn, NY
This all-day intensive workshop will combine shooting, processing, developing and printing into one action-packed day. First we’ll meet at the Darkroom and we'll demonstrate how to properly load film and set up your camera. You'll get a refresher on shooting mechanics and using your light meter, then we'll each shoot a roll of film in the surrounding neighborhood. From there you’ll learn how to process the exposed film using a film reel and...
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$279
Essential Photography: Black and White Darkroom
BKC See all classes by this school @ Gowanus Darkroom 119 8th St , Brooklyn, NY
Over 6 weeks we'll cover basic darkroom skills, including black & white film processing, test strips, contact sheets and negative enlargement. We'll delve deep into more advanced techniques like contrast filtration, dodging and burning, combination printing, print toning, hand-coloring and more. You'll complete printing assignments each week with included lab hours, plus a final project to be submitted to our regular Student Shows....
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Complete Analog Darkroom
BKC See all classes by this school @ Gowanus Darkroom 119 8th St , Brooklyn, NY
Fully immerse yourself in the Analog process with this rigorous 12-week course. From analog camera shooting mechanics in both 35mm and medium format, to processing film, to printing in both black & white AND color, and learning skills to adjust tonality, color-correct prints, formulate chemistry and use alternative processes to generate physical art objects. You'll receive a 3-month limited membership to Bushwick Community Darkroom, including...
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Inner Vision: The Magic of Risk
BKC See all classes by this school @ 736 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY
COVID UPDATE: In the interest of health and safety, this class will be offered using an online platform. Links to join the class will be sent to all registered students in advance of class start time. “What would happen if…?” This question lies at the heart of creativity, experimentation, and discovery. To engage with the creative process you have to be willing to get curious, explore, show up for the work and take risks. Without...
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$140
Essential Medium & Large Format
BKC See all classes by this school @ Gowanus Darkroom 119 8th St , Brooklyn, NY
To fully maximize the potential of Analog, you've gotta go big. Physical size matters in photography, and just as sensor size can have a massive influence on the way your digital photos look, film size is a huge factor in optical resolution. In fact, you won't be able to find a DSLR that comes close to the rendering quality of a good large format camera. To replicate the resolution of 8x10 sheet film, you would need a sensor...
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