Upcoming Photography Events

Sunday, October 11

Kickback & Create: Bushwick Fall Photo Walk

9:30am-5pmthe 1 or the 9New York, NYFree

A chill, fall photo walk. Get outside and make some new friends. film. digital. cameraphone. All are welcome.

Photo Walks

Port Authority Bus Terminal Photo Stroll

2-5pm@nycphotostrollNew York, NYFree

No RSVP needed, all are welcome, any camera (including your phone), any skill level. Good vibes only!

Photo Walks

Photo Walk on the High Line

3:30-5:30pmNYC Curiosity CollectiveNew York, NYFree

Explore the High Line with curious New Yorkers. Bring a camera or phone for a relaxed photo walk—no experience needed.

Photo Walks

Monday, October 12

Fort Tryon Park Photo Walk

10am-12pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Escape the pace of the city and join us for a relaxing photo walk through the beautiful landscapes of Fort Tryon Park

Photo Walks

Lower East Side Portrait Photo Walk

1-5pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Join Sony Artisan of Imagery, Tony Gale, for a hands-on photo walk through the streets of the lower east side. We will be joined by professional models to explore the art of capturing portraits in an urban environment.

Photo Walks

SmallRig Creator Tour: Demo & Workshop New York

1:30-5:30pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

In this 3.5-hour deep-dive workshop, SmallRig will focus on a lighting-centric educational workflow, with special emphasis on the new RF 20C compact full-color LED light, RGB lighting setups, and the brand-new Tribex Monopod.

Workshops & Education

Afternoon Bridal Photo Walk at Central Park Boathouse

3-5pmStyled Shoots by Southern BrideNew York, FL$549

Join our NYC Bridal Photo Walk during Bridal Fashion Week and photograph couples and bridal looks at the iconic Central Park Boathouse—all while shooting alongside and learning from top wedding photographer and educator, Susan Stripling from Adorama.

Photo Walks
Wedding

Sunrise Bridal Photo Walk at South Street Seaport

3-5pmStyled Shoots by Southern BrideNew York, NY$549

Join our Sunrise NYC Bridal Photo Walk during Bridal Fashion Week and photograph couples and bridal looks at the iconic South Street Seaport—all while shooting alongside and learning from top wedding photographer and educator, Susan Stripling from Adorama.

Photo Walks

Tuesday, October 13

Morning Light Street Photography in NoHo & SoHo

7:30am-9amNYSP+New York, NYFree

For the third session of our Early Morning NYC Photography Series, we're heading into NoHo and SoHo to take advantage of the beautiful early-morning light and some of Manhattan's most distinctive architecture.

Photo Walks

Chiaroscuro by Carissa: A Catskills Photography Event

10am-5pm@freshcinnamonrollsCochecton, NY$96

Seven-day photography and artist retreat taking place October 13–19, 2026 in the Catskills, New York, during peak fall foliage.

Retreats & Travel

Monthly Meetup - Method-Acting Photo Club

6:30-8pm@pacstudiojcJersey City, NJFree

Expand your photography skills and network by studying and making images in the likes of great photographers.

Networking & Community

NYC Event Organizer Meetup

7-9pm@pools.eventsNew York, NYFree

This month, we’re exploring what organizers can make happen beyond traditional venues. A gathering can start with people, a shared purpose, and a place to meet.

Networking & Community

i3 Lecture Series

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

Join us for a talk with Fashion and Beauty Photographer, Lindsay Adler. Sponsored by Canon.

Workshops & Education
Fashion

Wednesday, October 14

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

10am-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
Art Nude

Cash-4-Cameras

10am-5pm@fotocarenycNew York, NYFree

Great opportunity to bring in your pre-owned cameras and lenses to Foto Care in NYC for an on-the-spot offer from our expert buyers.

Networking & Community

Touch & Try DZOFILM & THYPOCH Lenses

1:30-5:30pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Join DZOFILM and THYPOCH for a hands-on lens experience designed for filmmakers, cinematographers, photographers, and content creators.

Industry Events

Auto Photography Experience

4-8pm@focuscameraLakewood, NJ$10

Join Focus Camera Lakewood x Canon x Westcott on Wednesday, October 14th from 4-8pm for an evening that combines camera gear, professional lighting, automotive culture, and hands-on creativity.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Cars / Automotive

Nude/Lingerie Group Shoot with Lyla Mae

5-6:30pm@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 ares of the studio.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Art Nude

Adorama x Sony Flower District Takeover!

5-9pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

Join us in NYC’s Flower District for an immersive night of photography, video, and creative inspiration—brought to you by Adorama x Sony.

Industry Events

Through Her Lens

7-10pmKIOO ProjectNew York, NY$81

It's a night of laughs, food, drinks, photography, a silent auction, and even a short film. Every ticket helps us bring this work to girls and immigrant youth right here in NYC this fall.

Networking & Community

Thursday, October 15

I'm So Happy You're Here: Japanese Women Photographers, 1950s-Now

10am-5pm@icpNew York, NYFree

Spanning photography, installation, photobooks, and printed matter, the exhibition explores the experiences and perspectives of women in Japan through delicate and blunt observations of everyday life.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Fall Fashion Beauties w/ Rachael Leah and Natalia

10am-5pm@luxephoto_eventsNew York, NY$105

Join us for an exciting opportunity to shoot with 2 gorgeous sought-after glamour fashion models at an extremely low price!

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Seeing Together: Photography through Language and the Senses

10am-5pm@cooperunionlibraryNew York, NYFree

Photographer and filmmaker Neal Slavin will be in conversation with artist and author M. Leona Godin.

Workshops & Education

Finding Your Voice: Photographing a Changing New York

5-6pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

In this conversation, James and Karla Murray will talk about how they found their visual voice, what keeps them inspired, and the challenges of sustaining a long-term personal project.

Workshops & Education

NoMAA Labs: Cyanotype Printing

6-9pm@nomaanycNew York, NY$12

Using cyanotype, one of the earliest photographic printing processes, and plants, participants will create botanical prints that function as both image and offering.

Workshops & Education

Spirits of Photography: Photographing the Dead Brings Peace

6:30-8:30pm@wisdombarnycNew York, NY$36

Expert-led lectures in bars and creative spaces across NYC.

Other

Friday, October 16

Fujikina NYC 2026

10am-5pm@fujifilmx_usNew York, NY$10

Come find your community at the festival celebrating 200 years of photography.
See you on NYC’s Lower East Side this October 16-18. Photo walks, workshops, exhibitions, and so much more!

Networking & Community

Archives of the Image Becoming: The 2026 En Foco Fellowship Exhibition

10am-5pm@enfocoinc_New York, NYFree

Join En Foco for the opening of the 2026 En Foco Fellowship Exhibition, featuring new and recent work by the 15 artists of our 11th annual Photography Fellowship.

Galleries & Exhibitions

One Light Magic from Around the World

11:30am-1pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Join Sony Alpha Academy instructor Scott Robert Lim, as he explores a career spanning the globe and shares how to find and create amazing light with very quick one-light setups.

Workshops & Education

Refractions of Identity

4:30-7pm@femmefoto.coNew York, NY$10

Join Femme Foto for the opening of Refractions of Identity, a collective exhibition celebrating the many ways identity can be made, experienced, and expressed through photography.

Galleries & Exhibitions

NYC Filmmaker Hangout

5-10pm@filmmakerfridaynyc, @adoramarentalcoNew York, NYFree

The community that keeps on growing! Hangout and meet NYC based creatives, build connections and friendships.

Networking & Community

Camera West Soho: First Anniversary Celebration

6-8pm@camerawestsohoNew York, NYFree

Come celebrate with us as we roll out the red carpet for our favorite regulars, members of the NYC photo community, as well as friends and family.

Networking & Community

NY Artists Networking

7:30-9pm@nyartistsnetworkNew York, NYFree

This is a Networking Event for all Creatives! The event includes a short performance segment - MAX4: 4 performances of 4 minutes each.

Networking & Community

Saturday, October 17

Early Morning Phone Photography w/ John Jacono

8am-5pm@untermyergardensYonkers, NY$32

Don't miss this opportunity to photograph the fall gardens before the grounds open to the public.

Photo Walks

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.

Photo Walks
Nature

Autumn on Two Working Horse Farms

9am-5pm@princetonphotoworkshopHopewell, NJ$177

Nature photographer Rich Sherman guides you through the many image-making moments at two working horse farms

Workshops & Education

Cold Spring

10am-7pmNYC PhotographersNew York, NYFree

Join us for Cold Spring, a wander through the woods and village. The first and the shortest in our annual series of four Autumn Upstate Photo-walks.

Photo Walks

Used Equipment Day & Trade & Save with Canon!

10am-4pm@bergencountycameraWestwood, NJFree

Trade & Save! Bring your used gear on Saturday 10/17 and get cash or trade toward your next upgrade!

Industry Events

Grimm Awakening

10am-5pm@everloreeventsClinton Corners, NY$185

Step into a woodland realm where Grimm’s fairytales come to life. Discover hidden corners, storybook scenes, and capture magical moments with thoughtfully styled props and atmospheric settings.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Fantasy/Cosplay

Trashscapes: A Noticing (and Photo) Walk

11am-12pmLauren BNew York, NY$10

​A casual walk through the East Village for anyone who wants to slow down, look more carefully at what's around them, and capture what they find.

Photo Walks

Understanding Your Camera III: Composition and Shooting

11am-1pm@uniquephotoPhiladelphia, PA$49

Learn the vital aspects and rules of image composition and graphic design as they apply to taking photographs, as well as how to analyze color temperature of light and its effects on your photographs.

Workshops & Education

Show Up and Shoot

1-5pm@showupandshootnyNew York, NY$200

This is a structured shooting experience. We’ll rotate: 20 minutes per model you shoot 1 on 1 only. Only 6 photographer slots are available.

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Gallery Walk Tour

1-3pmJonathan WNew York, NY$15

Join us for a leisurely tour of the BEST art shows in Chelsea. Great time to take in some Culture and find Community connection.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Camera & Photo Basics

1-5pm@danscameracityAllentown, PA$17

Whether you're using a mirrorless system camera or a traditional DSLR, this is a perfect class to help you get started.

Workshops & Education

Gallery Walk: Art Tour of Chelsea Gallery District

1-3:30pmQueer SocialNew York, NY$17

A guided tour through the Gallery District seeing this month's best open exhibits & socialize with other LGBTQ & Friends from our Community.

Galleries & Exhibitions

NDC: The Nightmarez Won't Stop Part I

Whether you're a photographer, model, content creator, influencer, or videographer, and doesn't matter if you're just starting your journey or well seasoned, everyone is welcome to participate!

Shoots & Styled Sessions

VSCO Photo Assignment/Walk

3-5pm@vscoNew York, NYFree

A photography scavenger hunt meets hands-on workshop at Fujikina NYC, hosted by VSCO ambassador Reggie Ballesteros.

Photo Walks

The Walk and Shoot 33: Roosevelt Island

4-8pm@tkcpallcNew York, NY$12

Join us for an afternoon of photography, networking, content creation, and exploration at one of New York City's hidden gems!

Photo Walks

Outdoor Portrait Photography Workshop NYC

5-8pm@tonynorthrupNew York, NY$214

Photograph two pro models from golden hour to city lights in the Meatpacking District with Tony Northrup and Kash The SOHO Shooter.

Workshops & Education

Workshop Classic with Vik

6-8pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$275

CLASSIC with Vik, a former ballet professional. The last curtain. All levels are welcome, but you should know your camera. Four seats. One dancer. One last night on this stage.

Workshops & Education

Time: Photography, Music & Collective Creation

7-10pm@light_and_bloom_concertsNew York, NY$41

Presented by Light & Bloom Concert Platform, the evening brings photography, music, and collective creation together within one continuous artistic journey.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Sunday, October 18

NJ Co-Working Session

8am-10am@socialluxeclubCranford, NJFree

This is a focused, intentional space for ambitious entrepreneurs and small business owners to work, build momentum, and connect organically.

Networking & Community

Cameras & Coffee Photo Walk

9am-11am@photocityphotoclub, @eastmanmuseumNew York, NYFree

Join us for a Coffee & Cameras Photo Walk on the morning of Sunday, October 18! Bring your camera (phones count too!) and come out for this free community event.

Photo Walks

Portrait Photography Fundamentals

10am-2pm@princetonphotoworkshopPrinceton, NJ$214

You'll learn how to use light to convey emotion and expression, understand focal length and its impact on facial features, choose the right gear and backgrounds, and more.

Workshops & Education

Black Girls Shoot Too Photo Walk

1-3pm@blackgirlsshoottoo, @pacstudiojcJersey City, NJFree

Capture the beauty of autumn through your lens! Join us for the Black Girls Shoot Too Fall Photo Walk—a day of creativity, community, and stunning fall aesthetics.

Photo Walks

Experimental Polaroid: DIY Color Filters Workshop

2-4pm@brooklynfilmcameraNew York, NY$45

No prior experience with experimental Polaroid techniques is necessary. Students should bring a Polaroid camera and one unopened pack of compatible color film. Filter-making materials will be provided.

Workshops & Education

Create NYC

2-5pm@phillycreateNew York, NY$39

A creative meet-up with two main goals: collaboration and networking with other creatives. We all come together and take photos, make videos and share ideas.

Networking & Community

Post-Fujikina Skate Park Photo Walk

2:30-5pm@wideraperturenyc, @shivangisriNew York, NYFree

Wider Aperture is excited to welcome diverse photographers and allies for a photowalk! No RSVP needed.

Photo Walks

NDC: The Nightmarez Won't Stop Part II

This event is Part I (outdoors) and Part II (in studio). Bring your worst nightmare to life in a stunning studio setting!

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Fort Tyron Park Photo Walk

4-7pm@uptownphotowalkNew York, NYFree

We’re heading back to one of our favorite parks for a chill stroll around Washington Heights and Inwood.

Photo Walks

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