Join Sigma Ambassador Jack Fusco, Sigma, and Unique Photo for another 3-part astrophotography workshop! The goal is for you to leave with the knowledge and ability to shoot the stars on your own.




[  Wednesday, September 9th @ 6pm - 8pm  ]
Jack will guide you through the basics (as well as some advanced techniques!) of astrophotography and some astronomy info that will help you plan your next outing to capture the stars. Topics include gear, planning and scouting, camera settings and techniques, composition tips for great astro photos, and shooting styles from single exposures to image stacking.

*This seminar will also be livestreamed / recorded for those who are unable to attend in-person. A link will be sent via email ~1hr before the seminar begins.




[  Friday, Sept 11th  *OR*  Saturday, Sept 12th @ 6pm - 12am  ]
Take these lessons and techniques on the road! Meet with Jack, Sigma, and Unique Photo at the Sussex County Sunflower Maze (SCSM) for a night of hands-on astrophotography from one of the largest sunflower fields (at peak bloom!) on the East Coast. We’ll start with a sunset photowalk and then capture the perfect alignment of the Milky Way over the sunflowers as the sky gets dark.

See how Jack plans an entire night to maximize his time shooting and ensure that he leaves with images he's excited about. We'll shoot as many Milky Way compositions and utilize as many shooting techniques as possible. Sigma loaner lenses will also be available the entire night!

What To Bring:
• DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with manual settings
• Fast aperture lens
• Extra batteries (2 or more) and memory cards (64gb+)
• Sturdy tripod
• Shutter Release / Intervalometer
• Red light equipped headlamp – the red light will be less harsh on our eyes and help keep night vision intact!
• Warm clothing – Dress in layers to help stay warm
• Decent hiking shoes/boots to manage the terrain
• Water & snacks




[  Tuesday, September 15th @ 6pm - 7:30pm  ]
Get a start-to-finish example of how Jack processes an image taken in the field! Topics include image import and organization, deciding which images to process and which to discard, single image edit, stacking images for noise reduction, using presets to get started, dialing in your style, and exporting for web.
 

Unique University® is the highly acclaimed education component of Unique Photo®, NJ’s only camera and video superstore. There is over 2000 sq. ft. of learning space, including our state-of-the art, 1000 sq. ft. main presentation hall. Unique University’s mission is to help our visitors “Create Better Pictures” by providing photography education for beginners to pros. With events daily, it is the place where photography groups such as local camera clubs, ASMP, PPA and others meet. We have a full curriculum of classes and seminars from world famous speakers such as Art Wolfe, Rick Sammon, Michael Yamashita, Tyler Stableford, Lindsay Adler, and Will Crockett. We offer photography experiences to such places as the Lakota Wolf Preserve, Wolf Conservation Center, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rutgers Football, Longwood Gardens, Festival of Ballooning, and much more. Our technical classes include such topics as basic digital photography, lighting techniques, Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, macro photography, composition, editing and printing, wedding photography, HDR photography, working with speedlights, how to use social media, digital organization, one-on-one instruction, and much, much more.

Where are classes held? 
Unless stated otherwise, most classes are held in the Unique University classroom within the Unique Photo Superstore (123 US Highway 46 West, Fairfield, NJ 07004). We also hold classes at our Philadelphia, PA location (28 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106). 

What should I bring to class? 
You're encouraged to bring your camera and a notebook and pen to most classes. Some classes will require additional equipment, so please check the class descriptions. 

Will lunch or refreshments be included? 
Lunch and refreshments are not provided for any classes under 6 hours unless noted. 

How do I register for a class? 
You can register online, in-store at the concierge, or by phone at either 973-377-6454 or 973-377-2007. Please note that you will need to provide payment information. 

Can I register at the door? 
For most classes, you're free to register at the concierge desk prior to the start of the class. Please note that there are some classes that offer "Early Bird Special" rates and others that have limited seating, so it would be in your best interest to register early for such classes. 

I wanted to register for ______ class, but it is now sold out. Is there a waiting list? 
Please contact us at 973-377-6454 or [email protected] with the following information: your name, phone number, email address, and the class name and date. 

My question has not been addressed here. Is there someone I can contact? 
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Unique University Class Cancellation Policy
- Classes costing less than $99 may be canceled up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund. For classes costing $100 or more, advanced notice of seven days before the class is necessary for a full refund.
- Requests for cancellation made after these deadlines will be awarded store credit in the amount paid for registration towards a future Unique University seminar or workshop.
- Cancellations made within 24 hours of the beginning of a class will not be honored and no refund or credit will be given.
- Cancellations of any class utilizing models will be subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the purchased price (up to $100).
- Cancellations of any class that includes an admission ticket (including, but not limited to: museums, gardens, shows, exhibits, and special events or locations) may be subject to forfeiture of the admission ticket fee.
** Attention American Express cardholders: If you cancel a registration for a class costing $100 or more, there will be a 3% cancellation fee deducted from your refund or store credit.