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Portrait Photography
PhotoUno Photography School See all classes by this school @ 343 Lexington Ave , 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.
Sep 15th
6:30–8:30pm EDT
Meets 5 Times
$450
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Tue. Sep 15th, 6:30–8:30pm EDT
(10 hours over 5 sessions)
The 8x10 Portrait
Penumbra Foundation See all classes by this school @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY
Refine your portraiture skills through hands-on large-format photography in the studio and on the streets of New York City. Explore approaches to directing subjects, composition, perspective, and intentional lighting while gaining practical experience working with an 8x10 camera. Receive direct feedback and critique to strengthen your portrait-making practice.
Oct 24th
10am–6pm EDT
Meets 2 Times
$1,072
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Sat. Oct 24th, 10am–6pm EDT
(16 hours over 2 sessions)
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 a nautical photographer 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.
Sat. Sep 19th, 9am–1pm EDT
(4 hours)
Portrait Photography Fundamentals
Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school @ 20 Library Pl, Princeton, NJ
Master the essentials of creating compelling portraits, from natural light to studio setups. Learn how to plan your shots, pose subjects, and use lighting to evoke emotion and expression. Explore focal lengths, backgrounds, and gear to bring your vision to life. Build the skills and confidence to develop your own portrait portfolio.
Sun. Nov 8th, 10am–2pm EDT
(4 hours)
Vintage-Style Portrait Photography with Live Model
Princeton Photo Workshop See all classes by this school
Step into the glamour of classic Hollywood portraiture in a professional studio with a live model. Learn to shape mood and mystery through precise, dramatic lighting, expressive posing, and intimate close-ups. Refine the finished image using Lightroom Classic and Photoshop to achieve timeless black-and-white or color looks with elegant contrast and retouching.
Jan 30th
10am–1pm EDT
Meets 2 Times
$269
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Jan 30th
10am–1pm EDT
$199
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Feb 6th
9–11am EDT
$199
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Sat. Jan 30th, 10am–1pm EDT
(5 hours over 2 sessions)
28 Days of Portrait Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Grow the confidence, creative vision, plus business savvy needed to thrive in modern portrait photography. This immersive program walks through posing, client connection, styling, marketing, plus sales, alongside practical strategies for pricing and growth. Pull in actionable tools to push your work forward, attract your ideal clients, and run a sustainable photography business.
All levels
18 and older
Portrait Photography Bootcamp (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Build the skills to put together compelling portraits that capture personality and connection. Learn how to choose the right camera settings, work with a variety of lighting situations, and confidently pose and direct individuals and groups. Lay a strong foundation that backs every style of portrait photography.
All levels
18 and older
Start Late, Finish Rich (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Take charge of your financial future through actionable strategies to save, invest, and clear debt. Learn how to automate wealth-building, put together effective retirement plans, and put habits to work that speed up financial growth. Discover practical steps that secure financial freedom, even if you're starting later in life.
All levels
18 and older
Fine Art Portraits (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how to put together striking, gallery-worthy portraits using imaginative concepts rather than costly studios or props. Look at creative lighting, post-processing methods, and artistic storytelling to turn everyday images into dramatic fine art pieces that lift your portfolio and professional presence.
All levels
18 and older
Capturing Story in Portrait Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Move past traditional portraits by learning how to turn personal stories into meaningful, creative images. Look at concept development, set design, and advanced methods like compositing and double exposures. Put together portraits with depth and emotion that resonate across all ages and stages of life.
All levels
18 and older
The Business of Professional Headshots (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how to turn professional headshots into a thriving photography business. Discover essential gear, posing methods, and six key corporate headshot styles, while locking in client management, retouching, and image delivery. Build the skills to confidently pull in clients and produce polished, professional results.
All levels
18 and older
Skin 101: Lighting, Retouching and Understanding Skin (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn the craft of photographing and retouching skin across every tone and texture. Learn how lighting, camera settings, and post-production methods shape skin appearance, while discovering practical pointers on makeup, color correction, and accurate representation. Capture polished, professional portraits with confidence.
All levels
18 and older
Professional Portraits: Moving Beyond Headshots (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Move past the standard headshot and serve up portraits that tell a fuller story. Get comfortable building compelling editorial and environmental portraits for individuals and corporate groups, while sharpening your approach to large-scale posing. Broaden your offerings, strengthen client value, and open up new revenue lanes through in-demand portrait solutions.
All levels
18 and older
Family Photography: Modern Storytelling (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Get an understanding of how to capture genuine, emotional family photographs through a modern documentary approach. Look at methods for building trust, observing real moments, and telling meaningful stories through single images and series. Strengthen your composition, editing, and client relationships so you can deliver work that feels honest and beautifully crafted.
All levels
18 and older
Tabletop Product Photography (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Lay a strong foundation in tabletop product photography through hands-on lighting, setup, and shooting moves. Get comfortable shaping light, handling reflective surfaces, and pulling dimension out of practical tools and professional methods. Get insight on real-world workflows, creative problem-solving, and the business considerations behind polished product imagery.
All levels
18 and older
Commercial Portraiture (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
See how imaginative concepts become polished, professional portraits through a balance of creativity and technical precision. Get comfortable shaping cinematic light on location, folding in special effects, and refining images through an efficient post-production workflow. Gain insight on building a cohesive portfolio while bringing bold visual ideas to life.
All levels
18 and older
Portrait Photography Fundamentals (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Grow the poise to put together compelling portraits in any setting by locking in the core elements of the craft. Learn how lighting, posing, composition, and post-processing come together to push your images further. With strong fundamentals in place, you'll be free to lean into creativity and personal style.
All levels
18 and older
Photographing Challenging Features (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
See how to flatter every client, no matter their features, through expert coaching on posing, lighting, and camera methods. Gain strategies for spotlighting strengths, working with challenging facial characteristics, and retouching for polished, confident portraits.
All levels
18 and older
Modern Women's Portraiture (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
See how to bring home authentic beauty and style in women's portraits through insights from world-class fashion and glamour photographers. Learn expert methods spanning lighting, retouching, posing, and client communication to deliver striking, memorable images that resonate across generations.
All levels
18 and older
Commercial and Iconic Headshots (Self-Paced)
CreativeLive See all classes by this school - Self-paced Video Training
Learn how to put together polished, market-ready headshots and portraits that line up with industry standards and client needs. Grow confident lighting and posing skills, lay out shoots with clear goals, and lock in practical strategies for marketing your work and pulling in commercial clients.
All levels
18 and older
Reviews for Portrait Photography Classes in NYC
Portrait Photography Classes in NYC are rated 4.6 stars based on 34 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Neutral Density Filter Long Exposure Workshop
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
Great class! -
Portrait Photography
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)
Incredible class, incredible people, and an amazing price. Will be back many more times. -
Location Photography Workshop: Spanish Harlem
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
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
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
Good foundation for those interested in taking better portraits. -
Crash Course: Quick and Dirty Portraits
This course was very well taught, informative and practical; I definitely plan on enrolling in more courses with BK Central!
