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Free Mommy & Me Art Class for Kids 🎨
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00 PMFree Mommy & Me Art Class for Kids 🎨 Hey parents! Ready for some creative fun with your little one? Join our Free Mommy & Me Art Class — a joyful time for kids (ages 3-9) and their grown-ups to paint, create, and make memories together! Each week you’ll enjoy: • Super fun hands-on art projects with paints, crayons, clay & more • Playful sensory activities perfect for little hands • A happy space to spark creativity, build skills, and express themselves • Special keepsakes to take home and treasure No art experience needed — just show up ready to get messy and have a blast! All supplies are provided. It’s the perfect chance for moms, dads, grandparents, or caregivers to slow down, laugh, and bond with your child while discovering the joy of art. Spots are limited! Grab your free spot today and let the creativity begin! We can’t wait to create with you! 🎨❤️ Feel free to ask for me (Shirley <3)
Chen Style Tai Chi. 1 1/2 Hr Class
Sun, Jul 12, 1:30 PMPLEASE CALL MASTER YU FOR DETAILS: 917-535-3916. --- Learning basic steps , posture , and the name of the movement . We will also explain how it can be applied as the martial art aspect. $20 fee of this first Meetup are for all new first time students who want to try out this class; following classes are $40 per class. Master Yu is also available by appointment for private classes: 917-535-3916
Photography Masterclass with Tony Northrup in NY — Three Lighting Setups
Sun, Jul 12, 4:00 PM3-hour photography masterclass with Tony Northrup at FD Photo Studio Metro, Brooklyn. Three studios. Two instructors. Three models/dancers. Join us on **Sunday, July 12, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM** at the **FD Photo Studio Metro in Brooklyn**. **Three professional studios** open just for this masterclass: a studio with a white cyc wall, a studio with RGB walls and a tunnel, and our rain room with a black cyc wall. **Three studios. Three completely different lighting setups. One ticket.** For $250, you get what a photographer would normally have to organize across three separate shoots: * One hour with Tony learning one-light portrait mastery and workflow in the white cyc studio * One hour with Kash learning creative portraits in RGB and neon in the studio with RGB walls and a tunnel * One hour with Tony and Kash together in the rain room with backlit setups and three professional models * Three studios across three completely different lighting setups * Three professional models with dance backgrounds * A finale shoot in the rain room * Hands-on shooting time, real-time feedback, and reproducible workflows **TICKETS** * Early Bird: $210 (ends Sunday, June 21. Just 10 tickets available for this price) * Standard: $250 **Limited to 20 attendees.** Once we sell out, we're not adding seats. **Get a $50 B&H Store Gift Card when you purchase a ticket:** Every attendee at the Tony Northrup Masterclass receives a **$50 gift card from B&H**, one of the most trusted names in photo and video gear. Put it toward whatever moves your work forward — a filter, a new strap, lighting accessories, memory cards, or anything in the B&H catalog, online or at their NYC superstore. *\*Early Bird Tickets are sold out* **Message us on Meetup to purchase a ticket!** **HOW IT WORKS** 20 attendees split into two groups of 10. Both groups rotate through Tony and Kash, then everyone regroups with both instructors and all three models for the rain room finale. * Hour 1 (12:00–1:00 PM): Group A with Tony in the white cyc studio. Group B with Kash in the studio with RGB walls and a tunnel. * Hour 2 (1:00–2:00 PM): Groups switch. Tony and Kash stay in their studios and teach the same material to the new group. * Hour 3 (2:00–3:00 PM): Both groups join Tony and Kash in the rain room for a creative finale — practicing rain photography techniques with all three models. By the end of the afternoon, every attendee has learned directly from Tony in the white cyc studio, learned directly from Kash in the RGB studio, and shot alongside both instructors in the rain room. **WHAT YOU WILL LEARN** *With Tony* — Studio with white cyc wall (Pro Lighting & Workflow) * One-light mastery: building professional portraits with a single modifier and thoughtful placement * Light control: adding reflectors and hair lights, making a white backdrop go dark * Live tethered demonstration with shots streaming to iPad for real-time instruction * Editing workflow intro using Evoto AI *With Kash* — Studio with RGB walls and tunnel (Creative Portraits & Movement) * Low-light shooting with neon and RGB walls — balancing highlights and shadow detail * Composition and negative space using the studio's tunnel and color * Color theory using environmental lights to shift mood * Directing models and posing micro-adjustments * Artistic shutter drag — combining long exposure with flash for light trails. Joint finale — The rain room with black cyc wall * Freezing motion: camera settings for crisp water droplets * Precision focus techniques so your camera doesn't hunt through the rain * Dramatic backlighting to make the rain pop and create cinematic silhouettes * Creative shooting time with both instructors and all three models **ABOUT TONY** Tony Northrup is an **award-winning NYC photographer and author of the bestselling *Stunning Digital Photography***. Known to his **1.6 million YouTube subscribers** for his deep technical expertise, Tony brings **30 years of experience** to his in-person workshops. His editorial portraiture studies connection, personality, light, and style, utilizing dramatic studio setups to tell compelling stories. Tony's workshops are designed for measurable improvement, alternating between live demonstrations and hands-on guided shooting so you can master reproducible workflows in a practical, engaging environment. **ABOUT KASH** Born and raised in New York City, Kash has spent the last **18 years mastering the art of photography**. Starting at 19, she built her reputation on the streets of SoHo, turning brief encounters with strangers into cinematic street portraits. After nearly two decades of shooting, she has transitioned her deep understanding of light from the unpredictable streets to the controlled environment of the studio. Specializing in creative lighting and technical mastery, Kash uses her 18 years of expertise to show you exactly how to manipulate light to create mood, depth, and professional-grade imagery. **MEET MODELS** We went all-in on dancer models — all three have serious dance training, which honestly changes the whole vibe of a shoot. They give you movement, real shapes, and that kind of energy you can actually capture. You'll shoot with all three during Hour 3, the rain room finale, with Tony and Kash directing. * **Ava - [@ava_namar](https://www.instagram.com/ava_namar/)** * **Kyla -[@kk.lockhart](https://www.instagram.com/kk.lockhart/?hl=en)** * **Maddie -[@maddie_pivonka](https://www.instagram.com/maddie_pivonka/)** **WHO THIS IS FOR** **Beginner to intermediate photographers** ready to level up their studio lighting and creative direction. You should already own a camera and a lens you're comfortable shooting with. An understanding of manual mode helps, but isn't required. **WHAT TO BRING** * Your camera and zoom or prime lenses, anywhere in the range of 24mm to 120mm full-frame equivalent * A fully-charged battery and memory card with at least 32GB free * If you already have one, a Godox or Flashpoint flash trigger (we'll loan you one if you don't have one) * A notepad or phone for capturing setup details * Comfortable shoes — you'll be moving between three studios, and you might be splashed in the rain room **Limited to 20 attendees. Secure your seat now. Message us on Meetup to purchase a ticket.** **DISCLAIMER** The event organizer reserves the right to reschedule the event, cancel the event, or change models if needed. All registered participants will be informed promptly via email.
Instructed Drawing Night at the Met
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30 PMInstructed Drawing Night at the Met focuses on charcoal pencil drawing through close study of the museum’s Greek and Roman figure sculptures. Our instructor, Elizabeth Johnson, will guide students in developing technical control of charcoal pencils while working from these classical forms. After a brief demonstration, students will create charcoal drawings around the gallery with guidance from the instructor. Materials: Charcoal Pencils only\*\*\* (HB and 4B) 2H graphite pencil Small & Medium blending stump Kneaded eraser Eraser Drawing paper This event is not affiliated with Met Museum educators. Please arrive prepared to purchase a ticket to the Met Museum.
Your First Pro Photos: Jul 18-Aug 01, Sat. 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors
Sat, Jul 18, 5:30 PMLearn the basics using ANY cameras! Join us for: [Your First Pro Photos: Smart Shooting & Camera Tricks (3 sessions): Jul 18-Aug 01, Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors](https://www.photomanhattan.com/product-p/co-dp1.i-02.1.htm "Your First Pro Photos: Smart Shooting & Camera Tricks (3 sessions): Jul 18-Aug 01, Saturdays 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. In-person: Outdoors, CO-DP1.I-02.1") $ 375.- **[View more at PhotoManhattan.com.](https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm)** Meetup RSVPs don't reflect the number of attendees as most Registrations come from our site: https://www.photomanhattan.com Courses are limited to 8-15 people depending on the course. **This course is a hybrid of Indoor and Outdoor classes.** Some sessions will be partially indoors and others fully outdoors, in Union Square or Chelsea. Exact location will be determined based on the class size and will be emailed to you prior to the class. **Course information:** Welcome to the perfect starting point! This foundational course is designed for anyone, regardless of your camera type (phone, mirrorless, point-and-shoot, or DSLR) and whether or not you use Manual Mode. You will learn a wealth of powerful **photography fundamentals** and **practical tricks** using the equipment you already have. Get a grasp of the basics and gain basic control over your images without complexity. Never miss that shot again! ## What You Will Master: * **Immediate Image Enhancement:** Learn tricks to improve sharpness, achieve perfect focus, and gain control over exposure without leaving Auto Mode. * **Creative Effects:** Techniques for creating stunning **motion blur** shots, freezing action, and understanding when and how to apply these effects. * **Essential Camera Control:** Comprehensive guidance on using the on-camera flash, taking quality photos at night, and maximizing various camera presets. * **Smart Settings:** Practical application of settings like **Exposure Compensation** to turn a regular image into a special one. * **Buying Guide:** A thorough introduction to digital photography topics you need before planning your next purchase, including megapixels, lenses, noise, white balance, ISO, and SD cards. Requirements: ANY digital camera, DSLR, Mirrorless, Point and Shoot or Phone cameras. By ANY we mean any kind, type or model. For the first class, please try to bring your manual for reference. \*\* Students who completed “Digital Photography I”, don't need to take this course. Notes on film cameras: Please note that while most content of this course is applicable to digital cameras, you are welcome to attend as long as your film camera has an automatic shooting mode. Should the assigned instructor become suddenly unavailable, we’ll allocate a substitute. ## Course Experience: Weather permitting, we'll head outdoors around Union Square or the Highline for real-life shooting practice of your newly learned skills. Class structures are designed to cater to all learning types, featuring a mixture of Verbal Instruction, Hands-on Exercises, and Photo Critiquing Homework. Additionally, you'll develop your own photo project and have the option to showcase your work in one of our monthly photo exhibits! | Requirements & Notes | | -------------------- | | **Requirements:** Any camera (Phone, Mirrorless, Point and Shoot, or DSLR). You may choose to attend without a camera. Please bring your camera manual for reference during the first class. | | **Film Cameras:** While most content is applicable to digital, film camera users are welcome as long as your camera has an automatic shooting mode. | | **Course Structure:** Available as a Full 2-5 week course (full content) or a Single-day seminar (brief intro). | | **Highly Recommended Pairing:** This course covers all the basics and pairs well with Composition and Travel Photography | View more dates and classes at: https://www.photomanhattan.com/photography-classes-nyc-s/1814.htm
Sunday Afternoon INSTRUCTED Figure Drawing
Sun, Jul 12, 4:00 PMInstructed Figure Drawing Class - All levels are welcome. In this class, we will focus on figure drawing and various drawing techniques. Each week, our teacher begins with a short discussion and demonstration of different drawing approaches. Attendees then draw for the remainder of the session with feedback from the teacher. There is a live model for each session. Please bring a pad up to 18×24, a 2H, HB, 4B pencil, and an eraser,
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