Upcoming Photography Events

Sunday, June 21

NYC Girls Create: 1910's Brooklyn Townhouse

1-5pm@lagirlscreate, @madelynneonfilmNew York, NY$70

Come meet and create content with other likeminded women. See you there! Open to female creatives of all levels.

Networking & Community

Coffee and Cameras

1-5pm@balmstudionycNew York, NY$17

Join us for a morning of caffeine and creativity as we explore the world of digital photography in a casual and fun setting.

Networking & Community

Sultry with Ophelia

2-4pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$275

Working with a high-energy, expressive model without losing control of the frame. All skill levels welcome — intention required. 18+ event, full nudity,

Workshops & Education
Art Nude

Newtown Creek Photo Walk

4-6pm@nycphotostrollNew York, NYFree

This Sunday we’ll be taking a stroll around Newtown Creek which sits on the border between Queens and Brooklyn!

Photo Walks

Monday, June 22

Show Up and Shoot

5-6:30pm@showupandshootnyNew York, NY$50

Everyone gets equal opportunities to shoot, create, and build standout portfolio content. Only 5 photographer slots are available.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Boudoir
Fashion

Tuesday, June 23

i3 Lecture Series

10am-5pm@svanycNew York, NYFree

The i3 Lecture Series features leading photographers and artists, hardware and software developers, and industry experts.

Workshops & Education

Demo Experience: Hands on with the Photokodo Lens

10am-6pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Experience Photokodo live and discover a completely new way to capture photography and video content.

Industry Events

Cityscapes Photowalk with Fujifilm X half

2-5pm@bhphoto, @fujifilmx_usNew York, NYFree

Join Fujifilm and photographer Jarrett Esaw as we experience a new way to tell stories and enjoy the picturesque cityscapes all around us.

Photo Walks

Free Photo Mixer & Live Demo

6-8pm@jelsominemediaPhiladelphia, PAFree

We are hosting a free photography mixer and live commercial lighting demo! RSVP Deadline: Space is strictly limited to 20 attendees. Registration closes next Friday!

Networking & Community

Crit Night w/ Green Point Art Circle

6-8pm@greenpointartcircleNew York, NYFree

Bring your own art for our next art critique event! Hosted by Diana Haro.

Critiques & Portfolio Reviews

A Photographer's Guide to Finding Your Personal Project

6:30-8:30pm@harlowecreatorsNew York, NYFree

Join us for a panel discussion exploring how a personal project is discovered, shaped, and sustained by photographers who have lived that process.

Workshops & Education

Wednesday, June 24

MoonChild City Skyline Experience

10am-5pm@moonchild_photography_studiosNew York, NY$225

For a limited time, MoonChild Photography Studios is opening access to a private rooftop and luxury apartment location in Brooklyn with cinematic views of the New York City skyline.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Capturing The Action - The World's Game

1-3pm@bhphoto, @jmcfilmphotoNew York, NYFree

Join Joseph Chadwick for his guide to capturing the Peak Action and Emotion of a variety of sports.

Workshops & Education
Sports

The Anatomy of a Portrait: Creating Images You Can Feel

4:30-5:30pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Instead of chasing perfection, this session focuses on intention: how to use natural light, real spaces, and thoughtful styling to create depth, emotion, and connection.

Workshops & Education

Lighting for Narrative Cinematography

5-6pm@adorama, @andrewtrostNew York, NYFree

Join cinematographer Andrew Trost for a live demonstration and discussion on lighting for narrative cinematography.

Workshops & Education

Create with Pride

6-8pm@pursuitofportraits, @saunakspaceNew York, NYFree

Step in front of the camera, get behind it, or simply grab a drink and enjoy the company. However you choose to show up, we'd love to celebrate Pride with you. RSVP required.

Networking & Community

BYO Art

6-11pm@the_living_galleryNew York, NY$10

Bring an artwork from 6pm or later. No submission necessary. We help hang your work. Can be for sale or trade. We do not take a %

Galleries & Exhibitions

Monthly Photo Critique

6:30-8pm@cameraofthemonthclubNew York, NYFree

Join us for our monthly critique! Friendly faces, talented photographers, prints, wine & more!

Critiques & Portfolio Reviews

5X Published Play Boy Model Available for Shoot

6:30-7:30pm@manhattanphotographyworkshopNew York, NY$161

Build your portrait portfolio with an experienced published model who knows how to pose, move, take direction, and help you get stronger images faster.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Boudoir
Fashion

Nature of Nordic Woman: Photography Exhibition & Psychoperformative Show

7-10pm@is.gallery.nycNew York, NYFree

Nature of Nordic Woman is a photography exhibit & psychoperformative show created by Meeri Koutaniemi, Iida Mäkikallio & Ida-Maria Martela.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Thursday, June 25

The Lens is Your Window on the World

1-6pm@bhphoto, @joemcnallyphotoNew York, NYFree

While the eye might be the window to the soul, the camera lens is the photographers' window on the world. Join us for this engaging session hosted by Nikon.

Workshops & Education

OnSet with Daniel Norton: Portraits with a Point and Shoot

5-6pm@adorama, @danielnortonNew York, NYFree

Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he shows you how to get the most out of your compact camera while creating compelling portraits.

Workshops & Education
Portraits

Archival Storytelling: Show & Tell with Shay Waugh

6-9pm@photodom.nycNew York, NYFree

Join us for an evening of conversation exploring the ways photographs, family archives, oral histories, and cultural artifacts preserve memory across generations. Free RSVP.

Workshops & Education

Professional Studio Lighting: Mastery with Strobes and Modifiers

6-8pm@photomanhattanNew York, NY$204

This intensive course consists of full hands-on shooting using professional photography equipment provided by us.

Workshops & Education

Friday, June 26

Photobook Talk: Marvin Bonheur — La trilogie du Bonheur

6:45-8:30pm@bronxdocumentarycenterNew York, NYFree

Join us for a conversation with French photographer and curator Marvin Bonheur, whose work explores memory, identity, and belonging through deeply personal and socially engaged photography.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Fashion Networking Event: Designers, Photographers, Models

7-11pm@plentyofpartiesNew York, NY$17

This event is designed for fashion designers, stylists, photographers, models, and fashion enthusiasts eager to connect and expand their professional circles.

Networking & Community
Fashion

Artists Networking Event for all Creatives!

7:30-8:30pm@nyartistsnetwork, @creativeperformancesNew York, NYFree

Calling Creatives of all backgrounds and all disciplines to come and network, connect, share your events/projects, explore ideas.

Networking & Community

Saturday, June 27

Beyond NY: Exploring the Hoboken Waterfront

10am-1pm@nycshutterbugs_eventsNew York, NYFree

For the very first time, NYC Shutterbugs is venturing outside the borders. In this meetup, we shall be exploring the Hoboken Waterfront in New Jersey. We will meet at the World Trade Center PATH Station at 10:00 AM. RSVP to confirm attendance.

Photo Walks

Falconry Fairytale

10am-5pm@everloreevents, @melanierosebudSaugerties, NY$275

A fantasy photoshoot featuring majestic birds of prey!

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Nature
Fantasy/Cosplay

Video Walk for Creatives in NYC!

11am-2pm@amauris.hernandez, @samuelbouretNew York, NY$268

Calling all photographers who want to level up in videography. LIMITED AVAILABILITY! FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE!

Photo Walks

Composition in the Field - Photography Workshop

11am-1pm@digitalphotoacademyHighland, NJ$155

Photography Workshop led by Professional Photographer

Workshops & Education

Cyanotype Drop-In Workshop

12-3pm@dyckmanfarmhouseNew York, NYFree

Join us for a free, drop-in cyanotype making workshop for all ages with Dyckman Farmhouse Museum's exhibiting artist Jhanique Lovejoy! No experience necessary and all ages welcome!

Workshops & Education

E-6 Developing Workshop (One-on-One Session)

12-3pm@photodom.nycNew York, NY$250

A personalized, one-on-one film developing workshop led by Photodom.NYC Lab Manager Tahja Winfrey designed to guide photographers through E-6 film development process.

Workshops & Education

An Afternoon in Prospect Park

1-5pmnyc photographersNew York, NYFree

Any and all cameras from professional models to cell phones are welcome at our events. Folks at all levels of expertise are also welcome.

Photo Walks

Historical Film Workshop

1-3pm@brooklynfilmcameraNew York, NY$30

Whether you're new to film photography or a longtime enthusiast, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to engage with photographic history firsthand and deepen your understanding of film.

Workshops & Education

Show Up and Shoot

1-5pm@showupandshootnyc, @shannon_millNew York, NY$200

This is a structured shooting experience. We’ll rotate: 20 minutes per model 1 on 1. Limited Availability Only 6 photographer slots are available. Secure yours now.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Boudoir
Fashion

Cyanotype 101 w/Praise Fuller

1-2pm@peoplesforumnyc, Praise FullerNew York, NY$28

Students will spend this introductory workshop learning the cyanotype process from beginning to end.

Workshops & Education

In Studio w/ Daniel J Vasquez

2-5pm@danielvasquezphotoNew York, NY$25

Workshop time! June 27! Join me at @studio3knyc for a hands-on photography workshop.

Workshops & Education

Whimsical with Lucy

2-5pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$275

We'll work in available light against a deep blue-black background, chasing mood over perfection. All skill levels welcome — curiosity required. 18+ event, part nudity

Workshops & Education
Art Nude

C-41 Developing Workshop (One-on-One Session)

4-5:30pm@photodom.nycNew York, NY$150

A personalized, one-on-one film developing workshop led by Photodom NYC Lab Manager Tahja Winfrey designed to guide photographers through C-41 film development process.

Workshops & Education

Sprout Social

5-9pm@shagarastudios, @hausofexpressionNew York, NY$17

Sprout Social is a night of creation and connection for NYC artists, creatives, and community builders.

Networking & Community

Women of Vision: 50 Years of Empowering Women in Photography

6-9pm@pwponlineNew York, NY$92

Join us in person to celebrate five decades of empowering women photographers! This event shines a spotlight on the incredible journeys, creativity, and impact of women behind the lens.

Networking & Community

Harlem Parade Photo Walk

6:30-8:30pm@uptownphotowalkNew York, NYFree

At Harlem Pride, we'll take a special emphasis on portraits and street photography. Everyone and all levels of skill welcomed.

Photo Walks
City/Street
Portraits

Sunday, June 28

Club Photobook

3-6pm@nite_x, @johnmanuelgomez, @lareinardeJersey City, NJFree

Join us for our monthly event for all photo lovers. Come discuss photography and publishing with us. Free RSVP

Networking & Community

Portrait Photography

4:30-6:30pm@jeromebrissett, bronxphotographygroupNew York, NY$49

Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you understand the fundamentals of portrait lighting, posing, and composition.

Workshops & Education

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