Upcoming Photography Events

Saturday, September 12

Instax Portraits On 4X5

10am-5pm@kmcamera1976New York, NYFree

Join K&M Camera this Saturday, September 12th for a day of street portraits and instant photography!

Networking & Community

Video Walk for Creatives in NYC!

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

Calling all photographers who want to level up in videography. Hosted by Amauris Hernandez and Samuel Bouret, this event includes 2–3 professional models ready to work with you. All you need to do is show up, shoot, and learn.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Cameras and Coffee: Community Meet-Up

11am-1pm@icpNew York, NYFree

Cameras and Coffee is held at ICP in our cafe on the second Saturday of each month and is free to attend with RSVP.

Networking & Community

2 Models, 2 Vibes, 1 Studio

12-5pm@manhattanphotographyworkshopNew York, NY$108

You’ll rotate through setups, get your time to direct, and walk away with shots that actually look like you know what you’re doing.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Open Studio

12-5pm@theloophole.co, @studiok.bkNew York, NYFree

This fashion week, Studio K and Loophole are coming together to offer free portraits. You’ll also get the chance to meet other like-minded creatives.

Networking & Community

Harlem Street Photography Workshop

12-4pm@leannemstaplesNew York, NY$161

Harlem Street Photography Workshop NYC is rich with opportunities to capture street In this workshop we will focus on different techniques.

Photo Walks

Andrea Modica: Italian Story

1-4pm@aliceaustenhouseNew York, NYFree

Rooted in Modica’s Italian American heritage, Italian Story brings together intimate portraits alongside photographs of landscapes, interiors, rituals, and everyday life.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Cyanotypes

1-5pm@artsclubnycNew York, NY$65

All materials are provided, and participants are welcome to bring personal objects to incorporate into their prints.

Workshops & Education

Editorial Edge Powershoot

2-5pm@8thecoloreventsJersey City, NJPrice Unknown

Each attendee will have the opportunity to create professional-quality editorial photos while meeting and networking with other creatives, models, entrepreneurs, influencers, and brands.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

The Art Meetup NYC Open Mic & Mixer at Lincoln Center

2-6pm@theartmeetupNew York, NY$10

NYC summer energy. Live music, open mic, artists everywhere, strangers becoming friends, and conversations that last all night.

Networking & Community

The Walk and Shoot 32: Governor Island

3-7pm@tkcpallcNew York, NY$12

This is the walk-and-shoot, a networking photography event for all models, photographers, and content creators alike! Govenor's Island!

Photo Walks

NY Couture Fashion Week Gala

3-5pm@smglobalcatwalkNew York, NYFree

Join SMGlobal Catwalk for an extraordinary evening of Luxury Couture, unveiling our newest Collections in a World‑Class Fashion Experience

Other
Fashion

Migi's Photo Walk

4-8pm@migisphotowalksNew York, NYFree

Come join us for a fun photo stroll around the neighborhoods of Little Italy and Chinatown in NYC. All creatives are welcome!

Photo Walks

Timeless Beauty Fashion Show

5-9:30pm@timelessbeautyshowNew York, NY$75

This show will not only be a great fashion show but a Broadway production; it is a must-see show during NYFW.

Other
Fashion

Design NYFW Emerging Brands Runway Event

6-9:30pmIndie Fashion CalendarNew York, NY$44

Step into Design New York during New York Fashion Week for fashion, vendors, models, networking, and creative industry connections.

Networking & Community

Sunday, September 13

Public Event & Pop-Up

10am-5pm@discovernyc_, @bypapijuanNew York, NYFree

Calling all the Cars & Coffee crew — pull up and show out one more time before summer is officially over! Bring the cars, bring the fits, and bring the energy

Networking & Community

Pinhole Camera Building Workshop

12-3pm@brooklynfilmcamera, @s.leckNew York, NY$30

You’ll learn the fundamentals of pinhole photography, then put them into practice with your own DIY camera. You’ll leave the workshop with a working pinhole camera and a deeper understanding of the art of exposure.

Workshops & Education

Keels & Wheels

12-5pm@porschestimmung, @nyc.car.clubNew York, NY$25

Hosting a lineup of modern and classic automobiles parked against a backdrop of sailboats, blue water, and one of Long Island’s most historic clubhouses. RSVPs required.

Networking & Community
Cars / Automotive

2nd Annual Bowery Walk

2-5pm@nycinstantphotowalkNew York, NYFree

As always, this walk focuses on instant photography, but all camera types and curious minds are welcome.

Photo Walks

NYFW Content Day Special

2-7pmCentra StudiosNew York, NY$161

Urban Glam Studios Presents: New York Fashion Week Content Day! This is your opportunity to create premium fashion and lifestyle. Only 4 slots available.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Aly the Great

3-6pmThe Tribe Collective, @alythegreatofficialSomerset, NJ$100

This is a shootout, not a workshop. Spots are limited, so reserve yours early!

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Monday, September 14

Behind Every Shot

12-2pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Join Tony Northrup as he shows his favorite pictures from his first year and, more importantly, the secrets behind how he captured them

Workshops & Education

Unlocking the Story: The Art of Unconventional Access

3-5pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

In this presentation, documentary photographer Olivia Bowdoin shares the relationship-first approach she has developed for creating self-initiated documentary projects without always having institutional backing or editorial assignments.

Workshops & Education

Monthly Creative Check-In

6:30-8pm@greenpointartcircleNew York, NYFree

Join us at Spritzenhaus33, for our monthly Creative Check-in meeting. We will discuss our creative practices, share work, set goals, and connect with other artists

Networking & Community

Tuesday, September 15

Melixa: 1-on-1 Nude/Lingerie Shoot

10:30am-6:30pm@peakphotogroup_nycNew York, NY$150

Details - Price: $150: ($20 online payment + $130 cash at the door)

Shoots & Styled Sessions

LinkedIn Headshots with Tony Gale

11am-2pm@tonygalephoto, @bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Join us to get a new professional headshot for your LinkedIn profile taken by award-winning portrait photographer Tony Gale.

Other

Financial Foundations for Freelancers

12-1:30pm@freelancersuOnlineFree

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your finances and a concrete plan for making the rest of the year count.

Workshops & Education

Curate Your Photos to Tell Your Family Story

3-4pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

In this talk, we will discuss how to: Tackle photo overwhelm without burning out, curate without second-guessing every choice, recognize what makes a photograph work, and much more.

Workshops & Education

Inside the Growing Profession of Professional Photo Management

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

This session is part of Save Your Photos Month, the international campaign dedicated to helping people organize, protect, and preserve their photos before they're lost.

Workshops & Education

Melixa: Nude/Lingerie Group Shoot

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

Details - Price: $90: ($20 online payment + $70 cash at the door) Peak is hosting a group photoshoot with MELIXA

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Kick Off Your Creative Project!

6-8pm@freelancersuOnlineFree

Join Liam Alexander for a hands-on workshop that tackles the real obstacles to starting, sticking with, and finishing personal or creative work.

Workshops & Education

i3 Lecture Series: The Dark Bright Sky

7-9pm@svabfaphotovideo, @j_doskow, Julie GrahameNew York, NYFree

Join us for a Panel Discussion with Jade Doskow, Artist, Photographer, and Educator.

Workshops & Education

Reflections in Black

7-9pm@nationalartsclubNew York, NYFree

Dr. Deborah Willis explores the history and legacy of Black photography through images that reveal how Black photographers have shaped self-representation and cultural memory from the nineteenth century to today.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Wednesday, September 16

Coffee & Coworking: Creative Mornings Club

10am-5pm@freelancersu, @nyc_hubNew York, NYFree

Join us for a coffee, pastries, and good conversations with fellow creatives!

Networking & Community

Walking the Schuylkill: Photography Exhibit at Fairmount Water Works

10am-5pm@fairmountww, @johnbrady17Philadelphia, PAFree

Explore the ongoing story of the Schuylkill River through the lens of photographer and maritime museum expert John Brady.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Demo Experience

10am-5pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

This hands‑on experience is designed for photographers of all levels who want to explore the newest GR IV models up close.

Industry Events

Coffee with Creators

11am-12pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

Over coffee, Marc Asnin talks about the world that shaped him, the social conscience that stayed with him, and why his camera has always gravitated toward those living beyond society’s spotlight.

Networking & Community

Seamless Storytelling with Photoshop

12-2pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Kathy will walk through how to build a seamless carousel of images using photoshop and how to translate those for social media, along with quick tips and tricks along the way.

Workshops & Education

1-on-1 Shoots w/ Melixa

1-3:30pm@peakphotogroup_nycNew York, NY$150

The model will be in various styles including lingerie and nude poses. You will be free to direct the model and the lighting as you please to ensure you get the shot you are looking for.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

One Wall, One Lens: Creating More with Less

5-6pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

In this live demonstration, wedding photographer Susan Stripling will show how a wedding portrait session evolves when time is limited and creativity matters most.

Workshops & Education

Thursday, September 17

1-on-1 Shoots w/ Melixa

11am-5pm@peakphotogroup_nycNew York, NY$150

The model will be in various styles including lingerie and nude poses. You will be free to direct the model and the lighting as you please to ensure you get the shot you are looking for.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Birds, Cameras, & Binoculars: Fall In Central Park

3-5pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

You'll have the exclusive opportunity to test-drive our cutting-edge line of cameras and lenses, as well as our high-end optics, in the field. Find the perfect pair to elevate your birding game!

Photo Walks

JAZZ: An Exhibition Featuring Photographs by Hubert Williams

5-8pm@ccnyartscenterNew York, NYFree

JAZZ is a photo exhibition featuring works by Hubert Williams. All of the images feature Jazz musicians from throughout Harlem & beyond.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Friday, September 18

Sell Your Camera Gear

10am-5pm@kehcameraNew York, NYFree

Join KEH at Berger Bros. and sell your gear!

Other

NYC Filmmaker Hangout

5-10pm@filmmakerfridaynycNew York, NYFree

Hangout and meet NYC based creatives, build connection and friendships.

Networking & Community

Getting creative with Melixa

6-8pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$225

Join photographer Freek Dirkx and model Melixa for an intimate creative portrait workshop focused on artistic expression, movement, lighting, and storytelling.

Workshops & Education

Getting Creative with Melixa

6-8pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$225

Join photographer Freek Dirkx and model Melixa for an intimate creative portrait workshop focused on artistic expression, movement, lighting, and storytelling.

Workshops & Education

The Glamour Photography Experience

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

Build your portrait portfolio with an experienced model who knows how to pose, move, take direction, and help you get stronger images faster. Group shoots and 1-on-1 sessions available.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Social Media Networking Event

7-11pm@plentyofpartiesNew York, NY$17

Step into the fast-paced world of social media and digital marketing networking at this exclusive NYC event designed for creators, marketers, and industry innovators.

Networking & Community

Saturday, September 19

Photo Walk

9am-11am@jagardensDevon, PA$23

Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot. Participants can use any kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs.

Photo Walks
Nature

Photography Class: Master Your Camera Controls - Central Park

9:30am-11:30am@classpopeventsNew York, NY$108

Join “Master Your Camera Controls - Central Park” with Instructor Richard and learn how to capture the world through the lens of your camera.

Workshops & Education

FujiFilm In-Store Demo Day

10am-5pm@kmcamera1976New York, NYFree

A Fujifilm rep will be in the store with the latest Fujifilm cameras and lenses, ready to answer your questions, demonstrate new gear, and help you get hands-on with the newest equipment.

Industry Events

Figure Study Workshop with KJ Persuasion

10am-5pm@manhattan_figure_stdy_workshopNew York, NY$136

Get ready for an amazing photo shoot with KJ Persuasion in our NYC figure study workshop. New photographers to this genre welcome!

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Boudoir

Figure Study Workshop with Alice Antoinette

10am-5pm@manhattan_figure_stdy_workshopNew York, NY$156

Join us for 1-on-1 and group figure study workshop with Amazing Model Alice!

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude
Boudoir

Yard Sale

10am-7pm@photodom.nycNew York, NYFree

We’re clearing out the yard and bringing out cameras, lenses, bags, accessories, clothing, and more at special sale prices.

Networking & Community

Photo Walk in the Park

10am-12pmFort Tryon Park ConservancyNew York, NYFree

Capture Fort Tryon Park's beauty on a guided photowalk with local photographer Paul Muratore. All skill levels welcome!

Photo Walks

Lingerie Shoot with Alexis

10am-5pm@manhattan_figure_stdy_workshopNew York, NY$136

Join Alexis for a fun lingerie shoot and build your portfolio with this amazing model - 1-on-1 and group sessions available

Shoots & Styled Sessions

New York Portrait Photography Masterclass

10am-5pm@rorylewisofficialNew York, NY$405

Join internationally published portrait photographer Rory Lewis, on a workshop, to master portraiture and bring your work to the next level.

Workshops & Education
Portraits

Foundations of Photography with Brad Jacobson

10am-5pm@simeonemuseumPhiladelphia, PA$188

For over a decade, Brad Jacobson has been photographing one of the world's great collections of racing cars at the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum. Now he's teaching you how.

Workshops & Education
Cars / Automotive

Composition, Color & Light: The Art of Photography

10:30am-12pm@danscameracityAllentown, PA$32

This class is open to users of any type of camera, and any level of experience.

Workshops & Education

Zeiss Day at Camera West Soho

11am-4pm@camerawestsoho, @zeisscameralensesamericasNew York, NYFree

Meet us at Camera West SoHo on 9/19 from 11-3pm for complimentary coffee and snacks, lens demos, and a photo walk at 1pm! All skill levels welcome.

Networking & Community

Capturing San Gennaro Festival in Little Italy

11am-1pm@photounoNew York, NY$150

Join us for a dynamic 2-hour street photography photo walk as we dive into the vibrant San Gennaro Festival in Little Italy, NYC!

Photo Walks

Photography Class: Composition in the Field - Central Park

11am-2pm@classpopeventsNew York, NY$151

Join “Composition in the Field - Central Park” with Instructor Richard and learn how to capture the world through the lens of your camera.

Workshops & Education

Studio Lighting Workshop For Teens

1-5pm@nite_x, @pacstudiojc, @johnmanuelgomezJersey City, NJFree

We’re bringing our Studio Lighting Workshop with Pac Studio to JC library NJ . This time it’s for teens!

Workshops & Education

Intro to Film Photography Workshop 1

1-5pm@brooklynfilmcameraNew York, NY$150

BFC is hosting a beginner-friendly, non-pretentious Intro to Film Photography Workshop. This two-part workshop will be led by artist and educator Giulia Ricciotti.

Workshops & Education

Digital Photography Workshop: Understanding Your Digital Camera

1-5pm@njaudubonBernardsville, NJ$18

Learn the basics of operating your digital camera. Participants will learn what equipment can be used to achieve different effects.

Workshops & Education

Photograph Three Beautiful Models

3-5pm@manhattanphotographyworkshopNew York, NY$161

Step into a fully set studio and shoot 3 completely different vibes. No lectures. No fluff. Just real shooting. Group shoots and 1-on-1 sessions available.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

NYFW Exclusive Bridal Boudoir Photography Workshop

3-6pm@tastemakerspresentsNew York, NY$150

Join us for an in-person workshop diving into bridal boudoir & art nude photography with live models!

Workshops & Education
Boudoir
Wedding

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