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Walk About: Staten Island Ferry and Wall Street

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Portable Flash

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Using flash in your photographs has quite an impact on the photos you produce. With just the right use of flash, your photograph can take on a more professional look. However, knowing how to use flash adequately, to get the most of your photographs, can be a bit tricky. This class will show you how to take that extra step with your flash unit. In our class exercises, students will utilize both on-camera and off-camera flash to light their photographs,...

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Deep Focus: The Secret Life of Things (6 weeks)

  • All levels
  • 13 and older
  • $199
  • Online Classroom, New York, NY
  • 12 hours over 6 sessions

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  • $199
  • *Live, interactive online classroom @ Online Classroom, New York, NY 00000
  • 12 hours over 6 sessions
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this beginner photography class:

How can you make everyday objects come alive? What are some ways to make interesting photographs from the confines of your own home? In this course students will explore ways in which the everyday can become vivid and transcendent through creative vision and thoughtful attention. 

Students will be given the opportunity to execute creative exercises in still life photography via group collaborative shoots in class and on their own via homework assignments. Some technical information on lighting, backgrounds, rigging and setups will be covered but the class will focus more on creative experimentation. Students will also be introduced to the work of historical and contemporary still life photographers.

Who should take this class?

Anyone looking to increase their skills and bring their creativity to life, even in the close quarters of home.  Great for fine artists, documentarians and other curious individuals looking to explore the fascinating world of objects.

What to prepare

  • Computer with working camera, microphone, and video chat capabilities 
  • A reliable high-speed internet connection
  • A digital camera with manual controls
  • A tabletop or surface with space to work on, preferably against an empty wall
  • Bright light source (could be a window, a desk lamp or photo lamp if you have one; ideally you use just one light source)
Recommended Materials
  • Tripod
  • 1 or 2 Medium or high-powered lamps with stands (e.g. work light with reflector from hardware store or photo lamp)
  • Remote shutter release such as cable release or remote control
  • Fabric or large sheet(s) of paper or poster board for backdrops
  • A medium or large piece of cardboard and some aluminum foil 
  • Large cardboard box (leftover / recycled is fine as long as it still holds its shape)
  • White tissue paper or vellum

**All recommended / optional items we can discuss what types if you want to buy so no need to buy ahead if you don’t already have

Prerequisites

  • Ability to transfer photos from camera to computer
  • Ability to use online platforms such as Google Drive, Zoom, and Schoology without too much support
  • Basic knowledge of manual controls of your camera


Refund Policy

  • Students must give notification 4 business days or more in advance to receive full refund less 5% cancellation fee or transfer credit.
  • Request made within 4 business days will be charged a 25% withdrawal fee.
  • No refunds granted after the beginning of class.

For multi-week classes:

  • Cancellation up to 4 business days prior to the first class - 95% refund.
  • Cancellation after 1st class - 100% refund less a 25% withdrawal fee.
  • Cancellation after the 2nd class - 50% refund.
  • NO REFUNDS beyond the 2nd class

The date the email is sent will determine eligibility for a refund. All approved refunds may take up to four weeks to process. We cannot be responsible for providing refunds for classes or programs missed as a result of student illness, student emergencies, or events beyond our control.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Refunds or withdrawal requests must be sent via e-mail to [email protected]


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