In-person Photography Classes in New York City

Our Digital Photography for Beginners class is listed in TimeOut NY’s 12 best classes in NYC for 2023!

Single Sessions

  • Digital Photography I: An Introduction for Beginners

    Does your camera confuse you? This 3 hr group class will cover ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed. You'll never want to shoot in auto mode again! You will need to bring a camera with manual mode. You can also rent cameras from us for $30 for the session.

    $175 per person

  • Digital Photography II: Master Manual Mode at Night

    In this 2 hour group class we will review the basics of manual mode as well as practice how to capture NYC at night. No tripods and no flash allowed. Understanding of how to photograph in manual mode is necessary. Location: Lincoln Center.

    $125 per person

  • Walk About

    In our 2 or 3 hr group class we will explore an area in NYC and will instruct how to help you create better images with composition, perspective, point of view as well as offer some technical instructions. All photography levels and any camera can be used - even smartphones!

    2 hr $125 per person

    3 hr $150 per person

  • Intuitive Photography Creative Class

    Our signature class. In this 2 hr group session you'll learn how to tap into your intuition and learn how to ‘see’ better. Exercises will be given. All levels and cameras welcome (including smartphones).

    $125 per person

  • Pay What You Wish

    In this 1 hr Pay What You Wish Class you will learn tips and tricks on how to capture more interesting images and the top mistakes beginners make. Use your Smartphone or camera to impress your friends with your new knowledge (and amazing photos).

  • Click & Connect Membership

    Be a part of our community's collaborative spirit, where learning, laughter and creation intertwine. Included: monthly Zoom call with instructors and members, monthly challenge prompts and discounts. Cancel any time!

Private Lessons

  • Private Lessons + Tours

    We can customize private lessons and tours to your desired wants and needs. All levels and all digital cameras are welcome - including smartphones. Sessions can be as short or as long as you like. You can also rent cameras for $30 from us if you don't own one or don’t want to use your smartphone.

    Private lessons + tours with Mindy, the founder of the school:

    • 1 person $250 per hour

    • 2 people $225 per hr/pp

    • 3 + people $200 per hr/pp

  • Private Coaching

    Private coaching can be held in-person or online. All levels welcome. We customize the session around your specific needs and wants to help you get to your next level. Topics can include learning how to use a camera, composition, photo editing, portfolio review, marketing, how to establish a photography business, etc.

    Private coaching sessions are with Mindy, the founder of the school:

    • 1 person $250 per hour

    • 2 people $225 per hr/pp

    • 3 + people $200 per hr/pp

“The instructor covered a lot of ground without being overwhelming. A perfect entree into the world of digital photography.”

– Michelle

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