Unique University – Photography Classes & Workshops
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- Mon, Jun 18 11:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Mon, Jun 18 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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- Tue, Jun 19 11:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Tue, Jun 19 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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- Wed, Jun 20 11:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Wed, Jun 20 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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- Thu, Jun 21 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Featured Classes
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Next Class: Jun 20, 2018
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 23, 2018
Introduction to Photoshop with Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor
Class Code: UUU329
If you are crunched for time and want to learn as much as you can about Photoshop as fast as you can, then this is the course for you! Learn the Basics of Photoshop with Certified Adobe Instructor Blake Taylor! Blake will review the essential tools to enhance your photographs.
NOTE: Practice images will be provided. You will receive a take home booklet to reference when needed.
WHAT TO BRING: Please bring 1-2 images you would like to work on. Each student will need a notebook (paper) and some type of storage and transfer media for image files to bring to and from class. Thumb drives or external pocket hard drives are all suitable. I would suggest nothing less than 4 gigabyte thumbdrive storage capacity with USB or Firewire connectivity. CD’s and DVD’s are not recommended for transferring digital media to and from class. The fastest storage media is either a thumb drive or pocket hard drive.*Seating is limited to 13 students.
*Our digital lab has MAC desktops. If you'd prefer to bring your own laptop, please let us know ahead of time by emailing university@uniquephoto.com. -
Next Class: Jun 23, 2018
Tips and Tricks of Infrared Photography with Martin Bluhm
Class Code: UUU280
Infrared photography is now getting more popular since digital camera sensors can reveal infrared light which is invisible to the human eye. Infrared photos provide a very special atmosphere which cannot easily achieved with regular light photography.
Join photographer Martin Bluhm and learn all about it! This class includes infrared filter techniques, infrared and full spectrum camera conversions, and different applications for infrared photography. The second portion of the class shows you how to post-process infrared RAW files into false color or black and white photos. Martin will also mentions ways to create infrared-like photos from regular color photos. -
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Next Class: Jul 12, 2018
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: Jul 27, 2018
Festival of Ballooning: General Registration with Behind the Scenes Pass
Class Code: UUU347
Join Michael Downey for a photo workshop at the annual QuickChek NJ Festival of Ballooning, the most photographed event on the East Coast! Don't miss out on capturing the breathtaking visuals of hot air balloons from around the world!
General Registration Includes:
• Instructional seminar on Wednesday, July 25th (6:00pm - 8:00pm)
• (1) Balloon Festival admission ticket for Friday (6:30pm Launch), Saturday (6:30am Launch), or Sunday (6:30am Launch)
• (1) "Behind the Scenes" field access pass for the selected day's launch
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 pick-up time.
*Click here for directions to the festival.
*Parking is NOT included and will cost $10 per vehicle at the festival.
*Michael Downey will be around the launch area during each launch time if you'd like to meet up with him and other registrants.
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Next Class: Jul 28, 2018
Festival of Ballooning: VIP Registration with Balloon Ride
Class Code: UUU348
Join Michael Downey for a photo workshop featuring the annual QuickChek NJ Festival of Ballooning, the most photographed event on the East Coast! Don't miss out on capturing the breathtaking visuals of hot air balloons from around the world!
VIP Registration includes:
• Instructional seminar on Tuesday, July 24th (6:00pm - 8:00pm)
• (1) Festival of Ballooning admission ticket
• (1) Special "Behind the Scenes" field access pass
• (1) VIP Parking Pass
• (1) Balloon Ride on Saturday (6:30am Launch) or Sunday (6:30am Launch)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 pick-up time.
*Click here for directions to the festival.
* Michael Downey will be around the launch area during each launch time if you'd like to meet up with him and other registrants. -
Next Class: Aug 28, 2018
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 23, 2018
High Key Portrait Lighting with Bobbi Lane and Lee Varis
Class Code: UUU373
This lively and fun workshop teaches you the creative lighting techniques necessary to make beauty, fashion, and joyful images!
The classic High Key is a pure white background with the subject well illuminated for a bright, happy and lively feeling. High Key is used for fashion, brides, children, cute animals, but can be dramatic, too. The morning consists of image presentations and demos, giving the participant the knowledge and tools to make beautiful portraits. The afternoon will be shooting models with a variety of lighting modifiers so that you can fine tune your lighting to get exactly the impact you want! This workshop will expand your array of lighting styles for beautiful portraits!
*Please bring your own camera and lenses.
*Attendees must have a good working knowledge of their cameras, and understand ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. No lighting experience required.SAVE $49 when you register for both "High Key Portrait Lighting" (UUU373) and "Low Key Portrait Lighting" (UUU374)! Add both classes to your cart and the savings will be automatic. -
Next Class: Jun 24, 2018
Low Key Portrait Lighting with Bobbi Lane and Lee Varis
Class Code: UUU374
Low Key traditionally is a dark or black background, with side lighting and deeper shadows for a dramatic and evocative portrait. It works well for great moody portraits, as well as character and theatrical images. The light and shadow sculpt the subject, using soft boxes, grids, and strip lights, and bring out an assortment of feelings. Low Key can be done with one, two or three lights, each one carving out a story of your subject.
The morning consists of image presentations and demos, giving the participant the knowledge and tools to make striking and effective portraits. The afternoon will be shooting models with a variety of lighting modifiers so that you can fine tune your lighting to get exactly the impact you want! This workshop will expand your array of lighting styles for more depth, more character and powerful portraits!
*Please bring your own camera and lenses.
*Attendees must have a good working knowledge of their cameras, and understand ISO, shutter speed, and aperture. No lighting experience required.SAVE $49 when you register for both "High Key Portrait Lighting" (UUU373) and "Low Key Portrait Lighting" (UUU374)! Add both classes to your cart and the savings will be automatic. -
Next Class: Jun 28, 2018
Moon Photography Shoot with Jennifer Khordi
Class Code: UUU378
Join Jennifer Khordi for a moon photography shoot at Eagle Rock Reservation (Prospect Avenue and Eagle Rock Avenue West Orange, NJ 07052)!
After some instruction on shooting techniques and camera settings, attendees will photograph the moon as it lines up perfectly with the World Trade Center!
Please bring the following gear for the shoot:
• Zoom lens of at least 300mm (or teleconverter equivalent)
• Remote trigger
• Steady tripod (no travel tripods)
*Limited to 7 registrants per session.
*Please meet Jennifer in the parking lot.
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Next Class: Jul 18, 2018
2 Rivers, 5 Bridges, and Lighthouses Photography Cruise
Class Code: UUU104
Our Photography Cruise is back again, now with the addition of lighthouses! Don't miss out on this exciting photography experience with Michael Downey.
SEMINAR: Wednesday, July 18th (6:00pm - 8:00pm)
Michael will explain how to capture mesmerizing scenery and you'll be able to put these skills to use the next evening, capturing our area's most stunning bridges and historical landmarks.
CRUISE: Saturday, July 21st (3:30pm - 9:00pm)
Rain Date: TBD
Everyone will meet up at Port Imperial (4800 Ave at Port Imperial, Weehawken, NJ 07086) promptly at 3:30pm. Once aboard, you'll enjoy drinks while sailing through the Hudson and East rivers, stopping at various locations where you can capture amazing photographs of the the G.W. Bridge, Brooklyn Bridge, Verrazano Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the USS Intrepid, and several nearby lighthouses. Models will also be on-board to offer additional photo opportunities!
NYC SKYLINE: There will be break for dinner and a journey over to Hoboken, where you'll be able to take pictures of the entire NYC Skyline during the legendary "Golden Hour" and majestic "Blue Hour".
Each registrant will receive a $25 Unique Photo Gift Card!
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Next Class: Nov 02, 2018
Chasing the Northern Lights Photo Adventure
Class Code: UUU434
Unique Photo® has once again teamed up with group of night sky photography experts to give you an amazing opportunity to travel above the Arctic Circle, seek the Northern Lights, and explore the fantastic landscape of Arctic Norway.
From November 2nd - 9th 2018, you’ll be based in Tromso, Norway – the “Aurora Capital of the World”. Most of the city (population: 72,000) is on an island surrounded by majestic mountain vistas and views of the fjords. By night and day – it’s a haven for photographers.
Included: Airfare from Newark International Airport (EWR), hotel, breakfasts, and luxury coach on some nights. Scroll down and read the OVERVIEW below for hotel, booking, and additional important information.