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Learn the art of capturing stunning portraits in the vibrant city of NYC with hands-on classes in portrait photography, where participants can master techniques for lighting, composition, and posing to create captivating images.

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Neutral Density Filter Long Exposure Workshop

New York City Photo Safari See all classes by this school @ Address announced after registration., New York, NY

Capture the ethereal beauty of waterfalls in Central Park with the guidance of professional photographers, as they teach you how to use Neutral Density filters for dreamlike long exposures. Learn the secrets of calculating exposure times and discover the advantages of square versus circular filters. Don't miss this chance to elevate your photography skills and capture stunning images.

(151) All levels 18 and older
$150
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The Visual Poetry of Self-Portraiture

Los Angeles Center of Photography See all classes by this school @ *Virtual Classroom

Transform your everyday life into visual poetry through the art of self-portraiture in this enriching course. Discover how photography can be a tool for healing and transformation, allowing you to express emotions that are difficult to verbalize. Connect more deeply with yourself and learn to create powerful, intentional self-portraits that turn emotional triggers into visual treasures.

(42) All levels 18 and older
$545

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Portrait Photography

PhotoUno Photography School See all classes by this school @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Uncover the artistry of portrait photography in this intermediate-level course. Dive into posing, composition, and lighting techniques to enhance your portraits' visual impact. Explore the dynamic relationship between photographer and subject while examining the versatility of portraiture across various contexts and styles.

(339) Intermediate 18 and older
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$450

5 sessions

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Portrait Photography Workshop

PhotoUno Photography School See all classes by this school @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Learn the art of creating stunning portraits in this comprehensive workshop at PhotoUno Photography School. From developing concepts to editing in Photoshop, this hands-on course will teach you how to capture and retouch beautiful images. Limited to only 6 students, this intimate setting guarantees personalized instruction.

(339) All levels 18 and older
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$290
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Photographing Family

92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Photographing Family Photograph what is closest to your heart: Family. Learn what makes a portrait successful both technically and compositionally. Be exposed to a variety of styled of portraiture through in class lectures and discussions. Join award winning portrait photographer, Karen Haberberg in this intimate class setting as she discusses ambient lighting, on camera flash and off camera flash, light modifiers, locations, how to approach your...

(1,124) Beginner 18 and older
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$275

6 sessions

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Intro to B&W Portraiture and the Darkroom for High School Students

Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Embark on a transformative journey into black and white portraiture and darkroom techniques designed exclusively for high school students. Discover the art of collaborative portrait-making while honing your skills in manual photography and film processing. Immerse yourself in hands-on learning experiences, from shooting on 35mm cameras to printing in the darkroom, culminating in a final exhibition to showcase your newfound talents.

(8) All levels 13 - 18 years old
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$875

2 sessions

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On Location Portraiture with Flash- Central Park

Colaidian Entertainment See all classes by this school @ Bow Bridge, New York, NY

The ability to use flash in daylight for portraits gives you a whole new tool for your creative bag of tricks. It's not hard at all once you know what it is! First, we will look at why one would want to use flash for portraits in daytime. Then we will see how. We will go over on- camera and off- camera techniques and differences. I will explain what "High Speed Sync" is, and when one might want to utilize it. We will create images using ...

(1) Intermediate 16 and older
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$195
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Location Photography Workshop: Spanish Harlem

Int'l Session of Digital Photography See all classes by this school @ Spanish Harlem, New York, NY

In this workshop we explore the fascinating area and the unique ethnic community of Manhattan: Spanish Harlem. Participants learn the tips and hints for successful "street photography." At the same time acquiring the knowledge of the camera basic, the various functions and camera settings to gain greater control. By the end of the three hour class Participants are proficient in Manual Mode settings taking more successful photographs. Each Composition...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Create Incredible Portraits Weekend Workshop

New York Photography Workshop See all classes by this school @ 72 Allen St, New York, NY

Taught by award-winning photographer Alina Gozin'a, this strictly limited workshop for aspiring professionals, will see you develop your own killer concept and bring it to life with cinematic lighting while learning to direct a full production crew. This course is designed to take a beginner's career to the next level by moving beyond basic technical elements of capturing an image into creating his/her artistic vision using a production crew. Students...

All levels 18 and older
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$595

2 sessions

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Location Photography Workshop: SOHO

Int'l Session of Digital Photography See all classes by this school

In this workshop we explore the fascinating area and the unique commercial district of Manhattan: SOHO. Participants learn the tips and hints for successful "street & portrait photography."  Learn the basics of night photography, composition and the art of storytelling. At the same time acquiring the knowledge of the camera's various functions and settings to gain greater control. By the end of the 2 and a half hour class, participants...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Crash Course: Quick and Dirty Portraits

BKC See all classes by this school @ 736 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY

ATTENTION:  This class will be offered as scheduled, but we will start the class using an online, live-streaming platform.  This will allow us to do full LIVE teaching, with realtime interaction and a thru-the-lens camera view for demonstrations. We are excited to offer this class at a discount in response to challenges faced by the health emergency. Making a great portrait doesn't necessarily require expensive gear.  Take for...

(325) All levels 13 and older
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Special Access: Inside a Working Boatyard

Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school @ 72 Beaton Rd, Brick, NJ

Capture the dynamic world of boatyards and the beauty of the sea with nautical photographer Richard Sherman in this exclusive photography workshop. From portraits to abstracts, smartphone users are welcome to hone their skills in capturing the essence of boatyards and their surroundings.

(23) All levels 13 and older
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$149
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Intro to Natural Light Portrait Photography

Art of Intuitive Photography See all classes by this school

Discover the art of capturing stunning portraits using natural light in this immersive workshop. You'll explore essential techniques such as understanding light, mastering composition, effective posing, and location scouting. Perfect for beginners, this class empowers you to create beautiful, authentic images with any camera featuring manual settings, enhancing your photography skills without artificial lighting.

(598) Beginner 16 and older
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$125
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Group Portrait Seminar

PhotoUno Photography School See all classes by this school

Time for the family reunion, bunching everyone together and taking a picture. But perhaps there is another way to take groups portraits. Just because everyone is in a group does not mean that they get to loose their personality. In this seminar we will take a look at images created by photographers that have included group portraits genre in their body of work. We will analyze the technique and why these pictures are memorable. You will leave knowing...

(339) Intermediate 18 and older
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Essential Portraiture (6 Weeks)

BKC See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom, New York, NY

ATTENTION: This class is offered with extremely limited max capacity of 6 in-person students.  Students will be required to wear masks during class until further notice.  Our classroom is well-ventilated and cleaned before each class session.    Everyone loves a good portrait. But in this photographic genre, there’s far more than meets the eye.  Portraits can be symbolic, iconic, flattering or revealing.  In addition...

(325) Intermediate 13 and older
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$301

6 sessions

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Portrait Photography Fundamentals

Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school @ Exact Location TBD, Ringoes, NJ

Learn the secrets of creating captivating portrait photographs in this in-depth course at Princeton Photo Workshop. Discover how to use light and composition to capture emotion and expression, while also exploring the different types of portraits and their intended use. With hands-on practice and expert guidance, you'll be inspired and equipped to build your own impressive portrait portfolio.

(23) Beginner 13 and older
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$199
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Portrait Photography: Shooting Virtual Portraits

Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school @ Online, New York, NY

We’ll begin with a discussion of composition and lenses. Next, we'll work together to create Virtual Portraits, experimenting with light and posing. Everyone will take turns shooting and being portrait subjects to get important insights into the experience on both sides of the camera. Even if you have experience taking portraits, this class will teach you entirely new skills

(23) All levels 13 and older
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$139
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Reviews for Portrait Photography Classes in NYC

Portrait Photography Classes in NYC are rated 4.6 stars based on 2,636 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Neutral Density Filter Long Exposure Workshop

    Reviewed by Katherine S. on 8/12/2024
    The instructor was patient and quite wonderful. Her explanations were clear and she made every effort to make sure that you understood the concept.
  • Portrait Photography

    Anonymous review on 3/27/2018
    Great class!
  • Portrait Photography

    Reviewed by David V. on 4/5/2017
    I had a fantastic time in the course, and learned a lot. Patricia is an amazing and fun instructor, and I feel like the design of the course is very very good. Highly recommended, and I'm now looking at more PhotoUno classes that I can take.
  • Essential Portraiture (6 Weeks)

    Reviewed by Cassie Doyle on 7/30/2016
    Incredible class, incredible people, and an amazing price. Will be back many more times.
  • Location Photography Workshop: Spanish Harlem

    Reviewed by Juan Z. on 7/20/2016
    I am an experienced amateur photographer, with broad photographic interests. A recent portfolio review showed that my travel photography, while positive in some aspects, lacks personal connection and intimacy with people that I meet in my travels. I decided to focus on this weakness in the recent workshop in Harlem, New York City. Marla asked each of the students for their goals for the workshop, then took positive steps to help achieve them. In my case, I could not have found a better instructor Marla instantly develops rapport with people in the street, based on her genuine interest in everyone she encounters. She engaged in several conversations, resulting in excellent photographic opportunities for all of us. She set such an example that I was able to approach several people on my own, coming away with memorable experiences and photographs. I always recommend workshops to friends traveling to new locations. I can specifically recommend Marla as a great instructor to help bring your people and street photography to a new level. Thanks for a great experience!
  • Portrait Photography

    Anonymous review on 5/28/2015
    Romina is a wonderful and dedicated instructor. The classes are really well structured and I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere.
  • Crash Course: Quick and Dirty Portraits

    Reviewed by Nelson Arce on 8/1/2014
    Excellent class, highly recommended! The instructor Justin was knowledgeable and patient. I walked away from the class with a solid understanding on what to work on in order to take better photos, thank you!
  • Crash Course: Quick and Dirty Portraits

    Reviewed by Kate on 3/4/2014
    Good foundation for those interested in taking better portraits.
  • Crash Course: Quick and Dirty Portraits

    Reviewed by Ryan Green on 3/25/2013
    This course was very well taught, informative and practical; I definitely plan on enrolling in more courses with BK Central!

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