Upcoming Photography Events

Sunday, September 20

Midtown Manhattan Street Photography Workshop

1-5pm@leannemstaplesNew York, NY$161

We spend the entire time on the street shooting, discussing and reviewing. No matter what your level of experience is, amateur to professional, there’s something for everyone.

Workshops & Education

Convent Ave Photo Walk

2-5pm@uptownphotowalkNew York, NYFree

We back uptown, exploring an often overlooked but truly beautiful avenue in Harlem, Convent Ave. RSVP UptownPhotowalk.art

Photo Walks

Intimate minimalism

3-6pm@freekdirkxphotographerNew York, NY$275

This is a small, hands-on workshop on sculptural artistic nude photography — negative space as a compositional tool, geometry over gesture, restraint as a style. Space is limited to 4 seats, RSVP now!

Workshops & Education

Monday, September 21

Shore Content Retreat

10am-5pm@samreedphotoOcean City, NJ$850

There will be six couples/boudoir themed shoots with an optional motherhood session the last morning. Tickets are limited to 10 attendees to ensure shooting groups remain intimate, not over crowded.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Boudoir
Fashion
Wedding

Tuesday, September 22

Suspect Photography Retreat in the Woods

10am-5pm@suspectphotographySaugerties, NY$1999

Join us on September 22-25, 2026 for a transformational photo experience. This retreat is a place for dedicated photographers who seek to find focus, develop their direction and elevate their projects.

Retreats & Travel

Through The Lenses Photography Workshop

10am-5pm@thedreamcenterharlemNew York, NYFree

In partnership with The Josephine Herrick Project and The Hope Center, join us for a 10-week series on the fundamentals of photography.

Workshops & Education

Demo Experience: Explore Godox Lighting Solutions

11:30am-5:30pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Bring your lighting questions, explore the products up close, and get guidance on choosing the right tools for how and where you shoot.

Industry Events

How to Personally Engage with Your Audience

12-2pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

This session focuses on the often-overlooked art of community engagement and why it matters more than your follower count.

Workshops & Education

Central Park Wildlife Photo Walk

3:30-5:30pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Join B&H and Tony Northrup for two hours of photography education, nature appreciation, and fun!

Photo Walks

Snapshot

4-5:30pm@hopecenterharlemNew York, NYFree

Snapshot is a 10 week teen photography program that combines the arts and mental health. Teenage participants will be exposed to photography as an art form and vehicle of self-expression.

Workshops & Education

In-Person Photo Critique with Seth & Daniel

5-6pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

Submit up to 3 of your best shots & receive in-person constructive feedback from pro photographers Seth Miranda and Daniel Norton!

Critiques & Portfolio Reviews

Wednesday, September 23

Photography Meetup

3-8pm@jrphotonyJersey City, NJFree

A free meetup for photographers and creatives of all levels at 902 Brewing in Jersey City.

Networking & Community

Point & Shoot Color Hunt Photo Walk

4-6pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Join us for a color hunt photowalk through the vibrant streets of Little Italy.

Photo Walks

From Capture to Content

5-6pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

Join photographer and LUMIX Creator, Jamie House on set for a behind-the-scenes look at a streamlined fashion and beauty shoot, moving fluidly between stills and video with the LUMIX S1RII and Capture One.

Workshops & Education

Artists Anonymous

6-9pm@photodom.nycNew York, NYFree

Calling all photographers and image-makers! Join us on Sept 23rd for a one-night only photo critique of your work!

Critiques & Portfolio Reviews

2026 Filter Photo Festival Kick Off!

6-9pm@leicastorenyNew York, NYFree

Join us to kick off the 2026 Filter Photo Festival with a Welcome Reception at Leica Gallery

Networking & Community

Thursday, September 24

Genaray Lighting Solutions Demo Experience

11am-5pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

This hands-on showcase will highlight each light's output, portability, controls, and creative possibilities, giving you the opportunity to compare the fixtures and discover which Genaray lighting solution best fits your workflow.

Industry Events

Two Frames in One: Double Exposures on Film

12-2pm@bhphoto, Kathy GarciaNew York, NYFree

In this session, Kathy will share several techniques, tips and tricks you can use to double expose on film within the same roll- no reloading a pre-shot roll.

Workshops & Education

Crafting the Look for an Independent Film

3-6pm@bhphotoNew York, NYFree

Filmmaker Alex Zarfati breaks down how he built the visual language of Fail Safe, from early references and lens choices to lighting, composition, and camera movement.

Workshops & Education

Wedding Image Critique

5-6pm@adoramaNew York, NYFree

Join Susan Stripling and Jennifer Stitt for a live critique of real wedding photography submissions.

Critiques & Portfolio Reviews

Tamron Photography Workshop: Luna Parc at Night

6:30-7:30pm@cardinalcamera1937Lansdale, PA$149

Join Tamron and Cardinal Camera for a 2-part workshop at Luna Parc Atelier with professional photographer Ken Hubbard

Workshops & Education

Friday, September 25

Fall Photo Expo at Dan's Camera City

10am-5pm@danscameracityAllentown, PAFree

Get hands-on with Sony, Fujifilm, Tamron, Canon, & OM System, catch inspiring seminars, and score exclusive in-store deals.

Industry Events

Intro to Film Photography Workshop 2

3-5pm@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

Sidewalk Cinema Club Vol. 2

4-8pm@project.feelNew York, NYFree

Vol. 2 is a curated filmmaking walk and creative gathering on Governors Island, developed in collaboration with artists exhibiting work inside the Dancers Unlimited house.

Photo Walks

Photography Wide Open: Photography as Aesthetic Experience

5-8pm@fotophase.neuroartsNew York, NYFree

Join us for a photography-based aesthetic experience designed to expand the way we see and interact with the world, and our selves.

Workshops & Education

Photobook Talk: Liam Kennedy - Shakedown

6:45-9pm@bronxdocumentarycenterNew York, NYFree

Join the Bronx Documentary Center for an evening with documentary photographer and photojournalist Liam Kennedy as he presents his debut monograph.

Workshops & Education

Saturday, September 26

Sunrise Ballet Photo Walk in Chinatown w/ Cortney

7am-9am@eventswithdakota, @cortneytaylorkeyNew York, NY$185

Photographers will have the opportunity to capture creative dance and portrait images against the neighbourhood's urban streetscapes and early morning light.

Photo Walks

The Creators Portrait Project

10am-5pm@nycprimeshotNew York, NY$69

On Saturday, September 26, we're bringing the Prime Shot Family back together for one unforgettable day of creativity, networking, and portfolio building. List of activities: Photowalk, Indoor Portrait Event, Indoor Lingerie Portrait Event.

Networking & Community

Horses of Legend

10am-5pm@everloreeventsNew York, NY$50

Experience the magic of a medieval fantasy horse photoshoot in the breathtaking landscapes of upstate New York, with private access to a 113-acre horse rescue sanctuary.

Shoots & Styled Sessions
Fantasy/Cosplay

Ultimate Understanding Your Camera

10:30am-5pm@uniquephotoPhiladelphia, PA$99

In this intensive full-day class, master all of the tips, tricks, and techniques in our most popular trio of classes: Understanding Your Camera.

Workshops & Education

Caleb Stein: Down by the Hudson

11am-12:30pm@leicastorenyNew York, NYFree

Join us for an invigorating presentation with photographer Caleb Stein as he reveals the stories behind the project and publication, Down by the Hudson.

Networking & Community

Foto Walk

2-5pm@filmdelarosaNew York, NYFree

This year's theme is contrast. Light against shadow, old against new, whatever catches your eye and won't let it go.

Photo Walks

Downtown Flushing Photo Walk

3-6pm@the_bronx_photowalk, @loosecharmNew York, NYFree

Let’s stroll and capture the streets of Downtown Flushing! MEETUP: Details provided via email two nights prior to walk by 8pm.

Photo Walks

The Tribe Collective Presents: Kiyomi Yuuki Studio Shootout

3-6pmGandmedia10Somerset County, NJFree

Join The Tribe Collective for a special one-day studio shootout featuring Kiyomi Yuuki!

Shoots & Styled Sessions

Sunday, September 27

Cyanotype Workshop

12-2pm@brooklynfilmcamera, @kayasavelsonNew York, NY$30

BFC is hosting a Cyanotype Workshop! Come learn the basics of cyanotype printing and create your own beautiful blue-and-white photographic prints using found objects.

Workshops & Education

Stephen Shore & Liv Constable-Maxwell on 'The Mental Image'

12-1:30pm@mack_publishingNew York, NYFree

A conversation with Stephen Shore, one of the most influential photographers, writers, and teachers working today.

Networking & Community

"West Side Story" Meatpacking, Little Island & High Line

12-3pm@princetonphotoworkshopNew York, NY$107

Learn the fundamentals of street and travel photography and work on camera skills in one of New York's most interesting neighborhoods.

Workshops & Education

VSCO Photo Walk: Between Gold & Blue

6-8pm@vscoJersey City, NJFree

Inspired by his award-winning photography series, Between Gold and Blue, Kirill Simakov leads this VSCO photo walk with our lenses focused on new ways of seeing the city through architecture, light and geometry.

Photo Walks

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