Unique University – Photography Classes & Workshops
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- Fri, May 31 6:00PM - 9:00PM
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- Sat, Jun 01 9:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Mon, Jun 03 11:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Mon, Jun 03 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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- Tue, Jun 04 11:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Tue, Jun 04 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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- Wed, Jun 05 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Featured Classes
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Next Class: May 31, 2019
Monthly Meetup with Adventures in Photography and Unique Photo
Class Code: UUU035
Unique Photo® and Adventures in Photography (AIP) would like to invite you to our new monthly meetups! On the last Thursday of each month, registrants will meet at Unique® for networking, equipment swaps, a pizza dinner, and presentations by special guest speakers. Please scroll down further to see what's in store for the next meeting!
*Last Thursday of each month is the regular meeting time. Due to holidays and other circumstances, please check this listing in case the meeting date/time is changed for any given month.
*Registrants have the option of attending the whole meeting or just the featured speaker presentation. Registration fee will remain the same.
*Registrants will receive their $10 tokens when signing in for the presentation.
Friday, 5/31/19 Meeting:
Featured Speaker: Chuck Almarez
Layers, Masks, & Modes in Photoshop -
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Next Class: Jun 04, 2019
Understanding Your Camera I: The Basics
Class Code: UUU103
You have a digital camera and you know that the images are going to be far superior to the ones captured by your point-and-shoot camera, but maybe you're not sure how that happens. This class is for beginners to amateur photographers looking to gain a better understanding of the automated modes and features, as well as the manual control and capabilities, of your digital SLR or mirrorless camera.
Get instruction on the importance of understanding the fundamentals (such as depth of field, ISO, aperture, shutter speed, exposure compensation, metering, white balance, reading histograms, on camera flashes, lenses) and how they will affect your photos!
In the second half of the class, the students will work with their cameras and apply what they have learned. The buttons and settings will be much easier to manipulate and each student will have develop the ability to capture the images closer to their vision.*Please note that this class is NOT for point-and-shoot cameras.
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Next Class: Jun 11, 2019
Understanding Your Camera II: Exposure and Metering
Class Code: UUU200
Understanding the basics of exposure and metering are the building blocks to becoming a good photographer. This course will teach you these fundamental basics of photography such as the relationship between f-stops and shutter speeds, as well as understanding the positives and negatives of ISO/ASA sensitivity with your image sensor.
How your camera's metering system works, metering modes, scene modes, advantages of RAW versus JPEG image files, interpreting the histogram, exposure compensation, manual controls and much more will all be discussed!
*Please note that this class is NOT for point-and-shoot cameras.
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Next Class: Jun 25, 2019
Intro to Flash Photography
Class Code: UUU207
In this class, Michael Downey will teach students how to manage additional lighting. The class will cover the pop-up flash built into DSLRs, as well as speedlites that go into the hot shoe. You'll also learn how to use flash as the main, key, and fill light. Flash compensation will also be discussed.
Demonstrations include bouncing/reflecting flash, diffusing the light, and using flash for subject separation.
If you want to register for this class at Hoboken, click here.
Featured Workshops
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Next Class: Jun 07, 2019
EXPO 3-Day Show Floor Pass: June 7th, 8th, 9th
Class Code: UUU700
RSVP for this 3-Day Show Pass and attend our Photo Expo at the Unique Photo® Superstore (123 US Hwy 46 West, Fairfield, NJ 07004). Each day will feature different photographic opportunities, classes, raffles, and much more. Join us for one, two, or all three days of the Expo!
EXPO 2019 SHOW FLOOR HOURS
Friday, June 7th: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday, June 8th: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday, June 9th: 10:00am - 5:00pm• Learn from the World's Best Photographers
• Explore and Experience Photo Excursions
• Interact with Manufacturer Representatives
• Shop and Take Advantage of Incredible Sales
• Enjoy Surprises, Raffles, and More
Check out the Expo 2019 class schedule! Please note that separate registration is required for all Expo classes. They are $10 each and you'll receive a $10 Unique Photo Token for each registration. You may use these tokens for in-store purchases (even after the Expo is over!) and lunch at the food trucks during the Expo. -
Next Class: Jul 26, 2019
Festival of Ballooning: General Registration with Behind the Scenes Pass
Class Code: UUU347
Join Michael Downey and Nikon at the annual QuickChek NJ Festival of Ballooning, the most photographed event on the East Coast! You'll learn how to photograph hot air balloons as they're inflating, launching, and flying up in the air! With our group's special field access, you'll be behind the scenes and free to roam for a variety of shots. Don't miss out on capturing breathtaking visuals of balloons from around the world!
General Registration Includes:
• Seminar at Unique on Wednesday, July 24th (6pm - 8pm)
• (1) Balloon Festival admission ticket for ONE day: Friday (6:30pm Launch), Saturday (6:30am Launch), or Sunday (6:30am Launch)
• (1) "Behind the Scenes" field access for selected launch
• Access to Nikon loaner cameras and lenses for use at the launch area!
For 6:30am launches, please arrive at the Balloon Festival by 5:45am.
You may leave the Balloon Festival at any time on the day that you choose.*There are only 20 spots per day/launch, so please choose carefully. Once it gets closer to the festival, we will NOT be able to make any changes.
*Tickets and passes will be handed out at the seminar. If you cannot attend, please email university@uniquephoto.com to arrange another time.
*Click here for directions to the festival.
*Parking is NOT included and will cost $10 per vehicle at the festival.
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Next Class: Jul 27, 2019
Festival of Ballooning: VIP Registration with Balloon Ride
Class Code: UUU348
Join Michael Downey and Nikon at the annual QuickChek NJ Festival of Ballooning, the most photographed event on the East Coast! You'll learn how to photograph hot air balloons as they're inflating, launching, and flying up in the air! With our group's special field access, you'll be behind the scenes and free to roam for a variety of shots. Don't miss out on capturing breathtaking visuals of balloons from around the world!
VIP Registration includes:
• Seminar at Unique on Tuesday, July 23rd (6pm - 8pm)
• (1) Festival of Ballooning admission ticket
• (1) "Behind the Scenes" field access
• (1) VIP Parking Pass
• (1) Balloon Ride on Saturday (6:30am Launch) or Sunday (6:30am Launch)
• Access to Nikon loaner cameras and lenses for use at the launch area!Please plan to arrive at the festival by 5:15am. You may leave the Balloon Festival at any time after the balloon ride.
*There are only 20 spots per day/launch, so please choose carefully. Once it gets closer to the festival, we will NOT be able to make any changes.
*Tickets and passes will be handed out at the seminar. If you cannot attend, please email university@uniquephoto.com to arrange another time.
*Click here for directions to the festival.
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Next Class: Aug 17, 2019
2 Rivers, 5 Bridges, and Lighthouses Photography Cruise
Class Code: UUU104
Our Photography Cruise is back again! Don't miss out on this exciting photography experience with Michael Downey!
CRUISE: Saturday, August 17th (3:30pm - 9:00pm)
Rain Date: Saturday, August 24th (3:30pm - 9:00pm)
Please meet Michael at Port Imperial (4800 Ave at Port Imperial, Weehawken, NJ 07086) promptly at 3:30pm. Once aboard, you'll enjoy drinks and sandwiches while sailing through the Hudson and East rivers, circling around all of Manhattan. We'll also make several stops to capture the various locations below. Models will also be present to offer additional photo opportunities!• George Washington Bridge
• Brooklyn Bridge
• Verrazano Bridge
• Manhattan Bridge
• Williamsburg Bridge
• Statue of Liberty
• Ellis Island
• USS Intrepid
• Lighthouses
