Upcoming Photography Events

Sunday, May 17

Street Photography with Lauren Welles

11am-12pm@leicacamerausaBrooklyn, NYFree

Get a look behind the lens of award-winning photographer Lauren Welles at Photoville during this street photography photo walk.

Photo Walks
City/Street

Grand Opening

12-5pm@showupandshootnyc, @showupandshootstudiosNew York, NYFree

Mark your calendar for May 17th and come celebrate with us! From 12–5 PM, our doors are open for you to explore the space, connect, and get inspired.

Networking & Community

Cameras + Coffee at Photoville

1-2pm@leicacamerausaNew York, NYFree

Join us at Photoville for Cameras + Coffee bringing photographers and creatives together. Complimentary coffee and pastries available.

Networking & Community

Late 90’s and Early 00’s Street Wear

1-4pm@creativesofjersey, @joepanliliophotographyJersey City, NJPrice Unknown

Late 90’s, early 00’s street themed. 1-4pm Jersey City NJ. Message me for details on how to purchase a ticket.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Fashion

Creative Coworking Club

1-4:30pm@creativecoworkingclubNew York, NY$25

A weekly pop-up cafe dedicated to the cross-pollination of ideas, creativity, and inspiration.

Networking & Community

Burlesque Group Shoot

1-5pm@fdphotostudio_nyAstoria, NY$129

Join us on Sunday, May 17th, 1–4 PM for an intimate 3-hour shoot with two professional NYC burlesque performers in our beautiful White French Loft studio.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Fashion

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

Seeing with a Camera: Photo Workshop in the Park

4:30-6pm@forttryonparkconservancyNew York, NYFree

Discover how your camera really sees! A 90-min hands-on workshop in Fort Tryon Park. All levels welcome.

Workshops & Education

Monday, May 18

Demo Experience: Touch and Try the Latest Fujifilm Gear

10:30am-2:30pm@bhphoto, @fujifilmx_usNew York, NYFree

Join us for a hands-on demo to touch and try the latest Fujifilm gear. This is the perfect chance to get up close to the equipment and see how it performs in person.

Industry Events

Tuesday, May 19

Profoto MonoLED Lighting Day

10am-3pm@fotocarenycNew York, NYFree

Experience the new Profoto L600C at Foto Care Rentals. Test lighting, connect with creatives, and receive an exclusive $50/day rental offer.

Industry Events

3rd Space at 241: Co-working for Creatives

10am-5pm@peakdesignsNew York, NYFree

Come to edit, co-work, or just hang out with us and our community! Help us build a Third Space for NY creatives.

Networking & Community

Creator Spring Mixer

6:30-9:30pm@creatoreconomynyc, @brettdash_New York, NYPrice Unknown

Expect great conversations, networking, and meeting the people behind the brands, platforms, content, and ideas shaping this space. Please note space is limited. Apply to attend.

Networking & Community

Wednesday, May 20

Coffee with Creators

11am-12pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

Jeremy Saffer joins Coffee with Creators to unpack how he’s spent 20+ years shaping the visual edge of music and horror, shooting icons like Metallica, Slipknot, and Johnny Depp, while bringing the same intensity to rising names.

Networking & Community

Freelance Isn't Free Day

12-5pm@freelancersuNew York, NYFree

A full day of panels with labor leaders, educational workshops, and networking with your freelance community.

Workshops & Education

Focus x Sony x Nanlite: The Makers Experience

3-7pm@makerspacenyc, @sonyalpha, @focuscameraNew York, NYFree

Join Focus, Sony & Nanlite at Makerspace NYC to shoot, test Sony Alpha gear, and capture live artisans in pro-lit creative environments.

Industry Events

Colors of Chinatown Photowalk

4-6pm@bhphoto, @likeamacheenNew York, NYFree

Please arrive early, as there is no planned route and we will be leaving promptly at 4pm. Photo gear will not be provided.

Photo Walks

All Access: Creating Iconic Band Portraits

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

Go behind the scenes of music photography with Jeremy Saffer as he breaks down how iconic band portraits are created, often in unpredictable environments with limited time and space.

Workshops & Education

Create Now New York

5:30-8:15pm@adobe, @swopesNew York, NYPrice Unknown

Create Now brings Adobe experts together to share the latest features in Photoshop, Illustrator, Firefly, and more, to show tips & tricks that will speed up your workflow. Space is limited, so RSVP only if you plan to attend.

Workshops & Education

Thursday, May 21

1-on-1 Shoots w/Lyla Mae - Nude / Lingerie

10am-5pm@peakphotogroup_nycNew York, NY$150

The model will be in various styles including lingerie and nude poses. Price: $150: ($20 online payment + $130 cash at the door)

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Boudoir
Fashion

Sports Photography: Action, Reaction and Storytelling Moments with Rod Mar

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

A talk about creativity, preparation, perspective, and finding significance in every moment before and after the whistle, as well as on and off the field.

Workshops & Education
Sports

Lyla Mae - Nude / Lingerie - Group Shoot

5-6:15pm@peakphotogroup_nycNew York, NY$90

This is a small group workshop limited to 8 photographers and 1 model who will pose mainly against a white seamless backdrop, and other areas of the studio. Price: $90: ($20 online payment + $70 cash at the door)

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Boudoir

Friday, May 22

Exclusive Trade-In Event at Leica Store

10am-5pm@leicacamerausaNew York, NYFree

Bring your camera or lens—of any brand for an exclusive and personalized trade-in offer. Our experts will be available to evaluate and purchase equipment from any brand, provided it’s in clean, working condition.

Other

NY Artists Networking Event

7:30-10pm@nyartistsnetwork, @creativeperformancesNew York, NYFree

Come and meet others and tell us who you are, what you are working on, what projects you need help with.

Networking & Community

Saturday, May 23

Concrete Canvas

From amateurs to professionals —if you have a vision, or you’re searching for one, this is where you need to be. Bring your camera. Bring your creativity. Bring your energy.

Photo Walks

May Model Megashoot

11am-5pm@luxephoto_events, @luxephotophillyNew York, NY$75

We'll have 8 fabulous models of all different styles, so you'll get a great variety of shots for your port!

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Fashion

Matting Workshop by Hamilton Heights Darkroom

A bevel-edged window mat (supplied) is cut for each piece and students attach their work. Photos, drawings, collage and old newspaper articles can be matted.

Workshops & Education

Ladies Photo Walk

1-4pm@the_bronx_photowalk, @loosecharmNew York, NYFree

MEETUP: Details provided via email two nights prior to walk by 8pm. DEADLINE TO RSVP: Thursday May 21, 2026 by 8pm or reached maximum RSVPs

Photo Walks

Men’s Photo Walk

1-4pm@the_bronx_photowalk, @loosecharmNew York, NYFree

MEETUP: Details provided via email two nights prior to walk by 8pm. DEADLINE TO RSVP: Thursday May 21, 2026 by 8pm or reached maximum RSVPs

Photo Walks

Flower Photography

1-5pm@njaudubonBernardsville, NJ$12

This lecture and hands-on outdoor photographing will focus on making clean, artistic images of flowers.

Workshops & Education
Nature

Cosplay Shoot with Summy

2-4pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$125

This workshop is pure fun. No heavy theory, no pressure — just two hours of creative portrait shooting with a model who brings everything she's got.

Workshops & Education
Fantasy/Cosplay

Camera girls kickback: Women in Media Networking Event

2-6pm@cameragirlskickback, @quayproductionsPhiladelphia, PA$15

The Camera Girls Kickback is a networking experience for women in media to connect, collaborate, build relationships, and grow together.

Networking & Community

Club Photobook

3-6pm@nite_xJersey City, NJFree

A community meetup for photographers, book enthusiasts and image lovers. Space is limited, so we encourage you to RSVP promptly.

Networking & Community

VIVA Photo Walk: Chinatown’s Hidden Layers

4-7:30pm@viva_studio_llcNew York, NYFree

Join VIVA Studio for a 3-hour immersive dive into the heart of Manhattan’s Chinatown.

Photo Walks
City/Street

NYC Photo Walk

5:30-8:30pmMaya MooshNew York, NYFree

A community-building photography experience in New York City for photographers and photo lovers who want to sharpen their eye and connect with like-minded creatives!

Photo Walks

Dance and drag Myrthe

7-9pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$150

Dancer and model Myrthe brings raw kinetic energy to the frame. Your job is to capture it, bend it, blur it into something that feels more like a painting than a photograph.

Workshops & Education

Sunday, May 24

Street Photography

10am-2pm@jeromebrisset, bronxphotographygroupNew York, NY$49

Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring the town looking for interesting subjects and candid moments.

Photo Walks
City/Street

Import Expo

12-6pm@importexpoMIDDLETOWN, NY$25

KICKIN’ IT SINCE 2010, IMPORTEXPO BECAME A LEADING AUTOMOTIVE BRAND PRODUCING QUALITY INDUSTRY CAR SHOWS AND MOTORSPORTS EVENTS IN CANADA AND UNITED STATES.

Industry Events

Creative Coworking Club

1-4:30pm@creativecoworkingclubNew York, NY$25

A weekly pop-up cafe dedicated to the cross-pollination of ideas, creativity, and inspiration.

Networking & Community

NYC Creative Photo Walk

3-5pm@joaorudio, @viltrox.usaNew York, NYFree

Photographers + content creators coming together for a creative walk through the city. Limited spots — don’t miss it.

Photo Walks

Film Developing + Photo Walk (Beer Chemistry Edition)

4-8pm@photodom.nycNew York, NY$50

Join us for a Brooklyn photowalk ending with a hands on black and white developing session using beer chemistry.

Photo Walks

@EvrydaygaV Presents: HEALTHY x Color Me Bad

4-9pm@gavsphotoshootpartyNew York, NY$108

A structured, high-energy shoot experience — 1 hour of guided rotation shooting every featured model across 3 styled looks.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Fashion

Hard vs Soft Light with Barbora

5-7pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$275

We'll work with model Barbora — striking, tattooed, completely at home in front of a lens — and push both light sources to their limits. This is a hands-on workshop.

Workshops & Education

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