Upcoming Photography Events
Sunday, July 26
Photo Edit & Critique with Diverse Photographers
Each photographer is invited to bring three photos for an intimate group critique. Photographers of all levels are welcome.
Nude Beach Photoshoot Party w/ Models
Get ready to vibe at NYSW UNCUT BEACH PARTY with uncensored nude beach shoots and hot models! Photographers shoot ALL DAY! Models Make $
Beginner's Photography Class
This 3-hour beginner's photography class will cover camera settings, composition techniques, and practical exercises to help you take better photos.
Midtown Photo Walk
This is a free, low-pressure social event open to ALL skill levels. Bring whatever camera you have. Phone cameras absolutely count!
Internationally Published Model Available To Shoot
Build your portrait portfolio with an experienced published model who knows how to pose, move, take direction, and help you get stronger images faster.
Create Your Shot
Build your portrait portfolio with an experienced published model who knows how to pose, move, take direction, and help you get stronger images faster.
Monday, July 27
10 Steps to Becoming a Commercial Photographer
In this class, Lindsay Adler will provide a practical roadmap for getting started in commercial photography through clear, actionable steps.
Tuesday, July 28
The Portrait Experience
This is a creative and networking experience. You’ll experience the entire process of an editorial production: see how the photos are created, participate in your own session, enjoy an exclusive atmosphere, connect with other people, and have access to a freestyle photography space to create unique content.
Art of the Angle: Mastering Your Point and Shoot
Join Mike for a photo walk that focuses on mastering angles, composition, and techniques you can use behind the camera to take more compelling photographs.
In-Person Photo Critique
Submit up to 3 of your best shots & receive in-person constructive feedback from pro photographers Seth Miranda and Daniel Norton!
Show Up and Shoot Event
This is a structured, collaborative shooting experience. Everyone gets equal opportunities to shoot, 1 on 1 shooting, create, and build standout portfolio content.
After hours: A happy hour for Philly's creatives & founders
For the creatives, the founders, the people still figuring it out. We're hosting a fun happy hour for those pursuing their passions and sidequests.
After hours: A happy hour for NY's creatives & founders
For the creatives, the founders, the people still figuring it out. We're hosting a fun happy hour for those pursuing their passions and sidequests.
Visual Artists Summer Mixer
Join A4 and members from Asianish for mingling, light bites, and a chance to learn about our communities! RSVP is required
Creator Summer Mixer
Join us for an evening of top creators, marketers, platforms, and great conversations about building a creator business that lasts. RSVP required.
Wednesday, July 29
The Love Club NYC: The One Eleven Collective x 501 Union
Introducing THE LOVE CLUB: NYC — an editorial workshop experience for photographers craving more than just content, but genuine connection and an actually supportive creative community. Limited spots available.
Andrea: 1-on-1 Nude/Lingerie Shoot
Details - Price: $150: ($20 online payment + $130 cash at the door). The model will be in various styles including lingerie and nude poses.
The Magic of Photographing in Moonlight
Some night photographers shun the moonlit environment, but in this presentation, Chris Nicholson will teach how to embrace it.
Intrepid After Hours: Photography
Join fellow current and former service members for a photography workshop on the flight deck, led by veteran teaching artists from the Josephine Herrick Project. Cameras will not be provided.
My Approach to Photobook Design w/ Alex Lin
Alex will be in conversation about his approach to designing photobooks, using books he has worked on to walk through the collaborative process of working with artists on publications.
Single Light Gravitas with Photographer Justin Piccari
Learn to Create Depth, Drama, and Dimension Using a Single Light Source. Reserve your spot and discover how a single light can transform your photography.
Andrea: Nude/Lingerie Group Shoot
Details - Price: $90: ($20 online payment + $70 cash at the door) Peak is hosting a group photoshoot with ANDREA. There will be 3-5 outfit changes.
Artist’s Anonymous (Photo Critique)
All levels of photography and genres welcome. We will be focusing on the overall project story, meaning and intention. RSVP now!
Thursday, July 30
Sophie Engel: 1-on-1 Nude/Lingerie Shoot
Details - Price: $150: ($20 online payment + $130 cash at the door). Continuous Lights will be available and set up for each shoot or you can bring your own lights!
Travel Photography: Fujifilm Lenses w/ Bobbi Lane & Lee Varis
Explore the Art of Storytelling Through Portraits, Street Scenes, and Destination Photography.
Open Studios for Filmmakers & Creative Professionals
This is a low-pressure room for artists, founders, filmmakers, and brilliant minds to work, create, connect, and move something forward.
The Landscape of the Human Face w/ Joe McNally
In this spirited two-hour live demonstration, Joe McNally will talk his way through the process of building an effective portrait.
Photobook Printing and Production
Join Christina Grillo, New York Production Coordinator for renowned photobook printing company Trifolio srl, for a conversation about the technical side of photobook production.
Gear Up with Pelican: Explore, Customize & Win!
Join Pelican for a hands-on showcase featuring a wide range of case sizes and interior configurations designed to protect your equipment.
Sophie Engel: Artistic/Lingerie Group Shoot
Details - Price: $90: ($20 online payment + $70 cash at the door) Peak is hosting a group photoshoot with SOPHIE
The Creative Collective: Photographer & Filmmaker Meet Up
Network with photographers, filmmakers & creators. Panel discussion, lighting workshop, food, drinks, music & giveaways!
The Portrait Social
Imagine walking into a professional production studio filled with ambitious people, great conversations, cameras, lights, and creative energy.
BH Creators & Pinterest Workshop Mixer
Escape with B&H Creators and Pinterest for a night of color, creativity, and inspiration brought to life.
Friday, July 31
Show & Tell
Join us for coffee, community-building and, of course, showing off your favorite photo-related treasures.
Important Techniques & Equipment in Macro Photography
Following up on his July 14th event introducing Macro Photography, Lester Lefkowitz will live-demonstrate some of the mechanics and hardware used to create successful close-up and macro photographs.
NYC Filmmaker Hangout
Our next July event is here and we are partnering with Green Point Film festival. Hope to see you all there! RSVP to attend.
Saturday, August 1
Master Your Camera Controls & Composition in the Field
Photography workshops led by a professional photographer. Instructional sessions on camera controls followed by hands-on practice sessions.
Printmaking Open Studio
Open studio is a space to develop a print-making project in community with other organizers, artists, and cultural workers. Registration is required.
Photography Workshop on Creative Constraints
We’ll explore how limitations can push you to create better work than having every resource available. No expensive gear, no perfect setup. Just you, your camera, and a new way of approaching a shoot.
Digital Cinematography: Camera
In this Digital Cinematography workshop, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of camera work and how to achieve your project's aesthetic goals as a DP. All you need to bring is yourself! We provide all equipment and are committed to a 2:1 student to camera ratio.
Photoville Summer Artist Walk: Hudson Yards
Join photographers Storm Cuff and Stefan Falke at Bella Abzug Park, Hudson Yards for the stories behind their Photoville 2026 exhibitions!
Cosplay Photo Walk
Cosplay Photo Walks combine dressing as your favorite fantasy characters with the community and creativity of a photo walk.
Bash At The Beach Photo Walk
Join us for a summer street photography walk along one of New York City’s most legendary boardwalks.
Financial District/Chinatown Photography Walk
No technical knowledge/equipment required. All levels of expertise welcome.
The East Village Secret Gardens
This will be a good opportunity to practice diverse genres of creative photography as well as some good physical exercise.
From Vision to Value
This isn’t a panel about success stories. It’s an honest conversation about what it actually looks like to build a creative life in New York.
Brooklyn Heights Photo Shoot
Join us for the next Brooklyn Heights Photo Shoot!
The Art Meetup: Community Art Gallery, Networking & Workshops
This summer hundreds of NYC creatives, artists, musicians, vendors, freelancers, and neighbors are gathering outdoors in Bushwick for an afternoon of art, conversation, crafts, music, and community
Art of the Snapshot: Street Photography Walk
Join us for a walk through some of Manhattan's most vivid streets, where you'll learn and practice the art of the snapshot.
VIVA Photo Walk: Chinatown’s Hidden Layers
Explore Chinatown with VIVA Studio: A 2-hour photo walk of hidden gems, cheap eats, and Chinatown history. Capture the soul of the city. ️
The Overnight Express
Presented by Blue Media Enterprises, this immersive event brings together performers, influencers, designers, media personalities, photographers, tattoo artists, and entrepreneurs!
Sunday, August 2
Cars & Coffee
Join us Saturday morning in Chelsea on 10th Ave & W 19th St at Urbana Cafe and Gallery for a morning of cars, coffee and fun!