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Learn the art of lighting design in the heart of NYC, with classes covering everything from basic lighting techniques to advanced concepts in stage and architectural lighting.

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Portable Flash

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Using flash in your photographs has quite an impact on the photos you produce. With just the right use of flash, your photograph can take on a more professional look. However, knowing how to use flash adequately, to get the most of your photographs, can be a bit tricky. This class will show you how to take that extra step with your flash unit. In our class exercises, students will utilize both on-camera and off-camera flash to light their photographs,...

(322) Intermediate 19 and older
$450

5 sessions

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Sculpting Light in Cyanotype

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity in the fascinating world of cyanotype photography at Penumbra Foundation. Dive into the process of sculpting light and shadow to create unique artworks on archival paper. Join us for a weekend workshop where students of all levels will explore cyanotype as a playful ritual, crafting captivating compositions using intriguing materials and UV light.

(8) All levels 18 and older
$765

2 sessions

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How to Use Light in Photography

Princeton Photo Workshop @ Exact Location TBD, Ringoes, NJ

Discover the secrets of using light to enhance your photography skills through a hands-on workshop at Princeton Photo Workshop. From natural outdoor lighting to creating perfect light in the studio, this course will elevate your photography to new heights. Unleash your creativity and master the art of lighting in every photograph.

(23) All levels 13 and older
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Color Photography

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Make your photos pop! Learn how to best use your camera and your photo skills to capture the vibrant colors you see around you. Class meets off-site and in 92Y’s digital lab. Students must already understand how to operate their camera.

(1060) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$289

6 sessions

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Photography Lighting

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Take your photography skills to the next level with our hands-on intermediate course on mastering studio lighting techniques. From different lighting equipment to directing subjects and capturing stunning details, this class is perfect for aspiring photographers looking to create professional portraits, group shots, or captivating self-portraits. Prerequisite: Digital Photography I & II.

(322) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$475

5 sessions

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Product Photography

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

Product photography can be very exciting but at the same time challenging. There are many technical skills needed to achieve a great looking image. In our product photography class, we will take you step by step on how to produce a stunning product photo. Learn how to take photos from packaging to jewelry. This course will teach you to create an amazing photo. We will start by learning how to take control of the light to achieve your desired outcome...

(322) Intermediate 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$475

6 sessions

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Intro to Studio Lighting Intensive

The Photography Workshops @ 66 Crosby Street, New York, NY

Hands-On Training In All Aspects Of Studio Lighting Designed to educate you on how to make intelligent choices in lighting. Learn to  accomplish what you want to say with your photos using studio lights. You will be able to create the hard drama or soft emotion that you visualize. Become versed in the lighting skills that are used by photography studios worldwide and get started on studio sets. Learn to pick apart photos you would like to...

(16) Advanced 12 and older
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$1,075
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Holiday Flash Photography

PhotoUno Photography School @ 222 E 46th St, New York, NY

PhotoUno has created a class to help you get rid of some of your holiday stress while using your portable flash.  You will learn how to work with different lighting scenarios and see how you can make stunning images while using your portable flash. We will also learn how to get creative with your flash using different objects and add another layer to your photographs.  This 2-hour workshop will cover some of the most...

(322) Intermediate 19 and older
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$130
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1 Day Workout: Color Calisthenics

BKC @ 736 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This one-day class invites you to think critically about color in your photographs.  We'll briefly overview the history of color photography, from early trials in 3-color process by Thomas Sutton to the digital pixel palettes of today's Photoshop world. Then we'll go hands-on, making photographic stories that challenge our interpretation of color.  You'll discover what makes a great color vs black & white photograph, and become familiar...

(325) All levels 13 and older
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$120
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Camera and Lighting Techniques Part 3: Compositing

AbelCine Training @ 609 Greenwich St, New York, NY

DP and Lighting Designer Rick Siegel will share his knowledge in an exclusive workshop series: Camera & Lighting Techniques for the Real World.  Important Things to Note: Through lectures, discussion and hands-on exercises, participants will learn camera and lighting setups for every situation, the essentials to be able to work on their own or with a director of photography. The series will cover how to maximize the location, how to...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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$499
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Field Guide V: The Flash

BKC @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY

On-camera and off-camera flash is a very useful tool, but it's also one of the more difficult ones to understand and use correctly. To avoid blown-out, unflattering images, photographers must carefully deploy these powerful little devices, but the results can be well worth the effort. From lighting a dark scene, to filling harsh shadows, to creating multi-light strobe setups, the Flash is a versatile weapon in your lighting arsenal. This 2-day Field...

(325) Intermediate 13 and older
No upcoming schedules
$140

2 sessions

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Field Guide IV: The Studio

BKC @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY

This two-part Field Guide is perfect for photographers who need an introduction to lighting indoors for product shots, portraits or high-end fashion. You'll learn the basic principles of lighting using daylight-balanced strobes, hot-lights (tungsten), softboxes, and how they all work together. Emphasis is on both technical concepts and creative control, helping you become more comfortable and confident with external lights. Session 1 will focus...

(325) Intermediate 13 and older
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$140

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Lighting Interiors as Day and Night

DCTV @ 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY

Learn to problem solve two of film production’s greatest lighting challenges: creating realistic day and night scenes. Don’t let time of day prohibit your shoot!           There's no better way to learn than by doing, and after commanding your lighting setup, you'll be one step closer to mastering cinematic mood and realism. Class Objectives: Match color and light intensity while shooting in daylight Transform...

(237) All levels 18 and older
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$225

2 sessions

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Digital Cyanotype

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

Participants will work in a digital darkroom to create negatives catered to the cyanotype process. They will then go into the traditional darkroom to make cyanotypes while learning the process from start to finish, starting with the mixing of its iron-based, light sensitive emulsion, coating the paper with the emulsion and exposing to UV light.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$245
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Lighting Fundamentals

DCTV @ 87 Lafayette St, New York, NY

The proper use of lighting equipment can make the difference between an amateur production and a professional one. Practice 3-point lighting among other basic setups, and get introduced to how cinematographers and gaffers use light to tell a visual story. This essential workshop covers electrical safety, on-set vocabulary, and principles of light, all while providing hands-on opportunity. Topics Safety Looking at Light Exposure Color Temperature...

(237) Beginner 18 and older
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$200
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DIT On-Set Dailies Workshop with Von Thomas

AbelCine Training

Join digital imaging technician Von Thomas for his On-Set Dailies workshop to learn the process, tools and art of creating dailies in the field. This full day workshop will give you a thorough understanding of the on-set dailies process and how you might use it on your next job. With the evolution of current digital cinema cameras has come the ability to create dailies on set. Using the latest hardware and software, on-set dailies have become a...

(48) All levels 18 and older
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1 Day Workout: Engaging Light

BKC @ 736 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This 1-day workshop connects technical and creative concerns when photographing in the unpredictable nature of the city landscape.  A strong follow-up to Camera Warm-Up, Engaging Light! challenges students to observe, perceive and manipulate light and shadow to help make unique photographs that inspire the imagination.  By utilizing a 5-hour class structure, we'll be able to watch and photograph sunlight change throughout...

(325) Intermediate 13 and older
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$140
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Photography Workshop: Breaking the Light Barrier

Aperture Foundation @ 547 W 27th St, New York, NY

Join master illuminator Rick Sands for “Breaking the Light Barrier,” a workshop for photographers who would like to improve their understanding of lighting—from conceptualization through execution.  For nearly fifteen years, Sands has created elaborate lighting for the narrative photographs of artist Gregory Crewdson.  Course Outline: The class will cover varied philosophies of lighting technique, working under a wide range of...

All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$950

5 sessions

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12 Ways for Lighting Your Subject in the Studio

NYC Digital Photography Workshops @ 42 W 38th St, New York, NY

Lighting can be a daunting experience for newbies to studio work because while it is one of the most important tools for creating the image, it’s not the only thing to think about and control during a photoshoot. There’s also the direction to a creative team, creating the set, posing and directing the subject or model, composing the frame, scanning the subject or model for any necessary hair/makeup/wardrobe adjustments and capturing the image...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$169
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Printing a Photogravure Plate

Penumbra Foundation @ 36 E 30th St, New York, NY

An intensive photomechanical process, photogravure is considered to be one of the most exquisite prints possible. This demonstration will go over the final component of the process: bringing the image to life through inking and printing. Craig will cover the difference in approach photogravure has from conventional intaglio printing using both a photogravure plate and a direct gravure plate to make prints. Then, he will demonstrate Chine Collé,...

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Reviews for Lighting Classes in NYC

Lighting Classes in NYC are rated 4.5 stars based on 2,052 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • 1 Day Workout: Color Calisthenics

    Reviewed by Anna O. on 4/23/2018
    Interesting class. Lots of engagement, and great feedback from the assignments on the day.
  • Portable Flash

    Reviewed by Maureen M. on 10/18/2017
    I Took portable flash class with Partrica she is an amazing teacher. and I learned so muchfrom he in just 5 weeks. I would highly recommend taking this class. Photouno is the best place to take classes. I have taken several photography classes there and will be attending many more in the future!
  • Lighting Fundamentals

    Reviewed by MARIA U. on 10/13/2016
    This workshop is all that you need to learn about the lighting basics!
  • Lighting Fundamentals

    Reviewed by Julien M. on 3/9/2016
    Wonderful class and wonderful teacher. Valuable in-depth look at lighting from all perspectives (safety, creative, scientific, practical).
  • Lighting Fundamentals

    Reviewed by Patricia Kramer on 5/28/2014
    Instructor is knowledgeable and opportunities to utilize equipment were incorporated into curriculum on both days.

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