Unique University – Photography Classes & Workshops
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- Sat, Oct 01 10:00AM - 3:00PM
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- Sat, Oct 01 11:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Sat, Oct 01 11:30AM - 2:00PM
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- Mon, Oct 03 6:00PM - 8:00PM
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- Tue, Oct 04 11:00AM - 1:00PM
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- Tue, Oct 04 6:30PM - 8:30PM
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- Wed, Oct 05 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Featured Classes
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Next Class: Oct 01, 2016
*FREE RSVP* An Afternoon and Book Signing with Jerry Downs
Class Code: UUU080
In Jerry's own words: I love photography. The thing I love about it the most is that it is such an amazing way to talk about life. I no longer look for pictures. I just enjoy the act of looking. Not everything makes a good picture, but everything is worthy of appreciation. When I find myself in a state of appreciation, wonderful pictures are everywhere.
It’s easy to make the world and its beauty disappear. We are busy. We are on a mission to get where we are going. Who has time to just look at things? After a while, the beauty and wonder of the world begins to loose it's magic. The more we habituate our behavior, the more we think we know it all, the more it all just vanishes into thin air.
This is not just true of taking pictures. It’s true of relationships, our work, our world, ourselves. When there is only one way to see a situation, the ability to make a judgment, a choice, has disappeared. Wonder requires the ability to look at something in a number of different ways. When everything is infinite, there are an infinite number of ways to see everything. When I give a photo presentation, I take great delight in sharing everything that I have learned about photography and, more importantly, everything that this magical medium has taught me about myself.
Following the presentation, Jerry will be selling and signing his latest book, Why You Were Born. National Geographic photographer, Dewitt Jones, in his review of this remarkable book, says, "Jerry is just like his photos. He’s like a kid. He finds beauty everywhere. He is full of wonder. Jerry’s new book is wonder-full. It will make you cry—sometimes because it’s so real and poignant, sometimes because you’re just laughing so hard. It’s beautiful. Everyone should read it. More than once. The world really needs this book." -
Next Class: Oct 03, 2016
Shanghai to Paris: Pictorial Love and Travel Stories with Zabrina (Sony)
Class Code: UUU090
Join us for a presentation with Sony Artisan Zabrina Deng as she showcases a series of pictorial love and travel stories. From Shanghai to Paris, from Kyoto to Rome, love has no boundaries and how when it is captured thru her lens, stories will be told and memories remain.
Zabrina will also share quick techniques on how she utilized Sony a7 & RX series cameras to roam like a tourist but shoot like a pro for her wedding and portrait works. This course will cover topics such as posing, lighting, composition, perspective, and a balance of art for working with the subject and the technical aspects set in-camera.
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Next Class: Oct 04, 2016
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: Oct 08, 2016
Discovering Milky Way Photography with Jim DeLillo (Seminar)
Class Code: UUU511
Billions of stars, intense color, night landscapes...
Did you ever wonder how those beautiful Milky Way photos are produced? Well, wonder no longer! Join accomplished Astrophotography and Travel and Adventure photographer Jim DeLillo for an exciting class on how to photograph the natural wonders of the nighttime sky. Learn how to find the Milky Way, what lens and settings to use, and how-to post-process the images for best results!Subjects covered:
• Finding the darkest skies
• Night Sky apps for your phone
• When and Where to locate the Milky Way
• Recommended Lenses and Equipment
• Camera settings
• Panorama and time-lapse
• Foreground and Light Painting
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Next Class: Oct 09, 2016
How to Make Money in Microstock with Your Photos
Class Code: UUU156
You’ve got the latest and greatest camera, you take great photos, and now you want to take the next step and get paid for your creativity and work. The easiest entry into selling your photos is via Microstock. Jim DeLillo will take you through the actions necessary to get your photos accepted and start selling on sites like iStock, Dreamstime, and Shutterstock.
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Next Class: Oct 11, 2016
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: Oct 15, 2016
Filters for Today's Landscape Photographer with Roman Kurywczak (MAC Group)
Class Code: UUU154
Join professional nature photographer Roman Kurywczak as he explains why filters are still relevant for today's digital photographer. He will guide you though a selection of filters every landscape photographer should have in their bag and show image examples of why it is still important to use them.
Participants will be encouraged to ask questions through the entire lecture and Roman will cover everything from technical settings to other necessary gear choices!
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Next Class: Oct 16, 2016
Seeing in Black and White: A Monochrome Journey with Martin Bluhm
Class Code: UUU281
Black and white photography is the most classic form of expression. Instead of color, the focus is on shapes, patterns, contrast, lighting, and tonal range. There are several methods to make a good B&W photo.
In this class, photographer Martin Bluhm will cover black and white film photography, methods to do digital black and white processing, and a short introduction to infrared photography. The provided examples will show how to see in monochrome, and which scenes are most suitable for black and white!
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Next Class: Oct 18, 2016
Understanding Your Camera III: White Balance and Composition
Class Code: UUU201
Knowing all the science and mathematics behind photography can only take you so far. The art of photography is 90 percent seeing and 10 percent photographing. Students will learn the vital aspects and rules of image composition and graphic design as they apply to taking photographs.
This class will go over the essentials of white-balance and composition. Learn how to analyze the color temperature of light and how it affects your photographs. Your DSLR camera won't always be able to accurately reproduce colors which is where proper white-balancing comes into play. While there might be preset white-balance options in your camera, you will learn how to set up a custom white-balance enabling you to get the proper color in any lighting situation.
Please note that this class is NOT for point-and-shoot cameras.
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Next Class: Oct 08, 2016
Capture the Scarlet Knights Rutgers Football
Class Code: UUU518
Join us and Head Instructor Michael Downey at Rutgers University's High Point Solutions Stadium and shoot a Scarlet Knights Football home game!
Registration includes:
- Instructional seminar on sports photography and shooting techniques
- Exclusive on-field photography access during pre-game warm-ups
- Ability to continue shooting from your lower level seats (usually within 15 rows of the field)Fall Regular Season Schedule:
- 09/10/16 vs. Howard (10:00am Meet-up)
- 09/17/16 vs. New Mexico (10:00am Meet-up)
- 09/24/16 vs. Iowa (10:00am Meet-up)
- 10/08/16 vs. Michigan (TBA)
- 10/15/16 vs. Illinois (10:00am Meet-up)
- 11/05/16 vs. Indiana (TBA)
- 11/19/16 vs. Penn State (6:00pm Meet-up)Only 10 spots are available per game!
More information and details will be sent via email the week of the game date. Some games are currently listed as TBA and may not be decided until the week of; please keep your whole day open if you're signing up for one of these games.Registration closes at 12:00pm on the Friday before.
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Next Class: Oct 08, 2016
Rutgers Football Ultimate Experience: Be An Official Team Photographer
Class Code: UUU519
Become an official Rutgers Team Photographer during a Scarlet Knights football game at the High Point Solutions Stadium with your own FIELD PASS!
Registration includes:
- Instructional seminar on sports photography and shooting techniques
- Exclusive on-field photography access during pre-game warm-ups
- Opportunity to meet the official Rutgers Team Photographer and then continue shooting on the sidelines once the game beginsFall Regular Season Schedule:
- 09/10/16 vs. Howard (10:00am Meet-up)
- 09/17/16 vs. New Mexico (10:00am Meet-up)
- 09/24/16 vs. Iowa (10:00am Meet-up)
- 10/08/16 vs. Michigan (TBA)
- 10/15/16 vs. Illinois (10:00am Meet-up)
- 11/05/16 vs. Indiana (TBA)
- 11/19/16 vs. Penn State (6:00pm Meet-up)Only 3 spots are available per game!
More information and details will be sent via email the week of the game date. Some games are currently listed as TBA and may not be decided until the week of; please keep your whole day open if you're signing up for one of these games.Registration closes at 12:00pm on the Friday before.
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Next Class: Oct 09, 2016
Photowalk at the Bronx Zoo with Michael Downey
Class Code: UUU414
Join Michael Downey for a photowalk through the zoo, photographing animals as they exist in a simulated natural environment. Michael will show you techniques for making your image look as if the animals are in the wild, eliminating reflections, glare, and fencing in your shots!
The day starts with a short 30-minute class and then the trek begins. You can stay with Michael or take your own journey through the wild. Either way, Michael will be at the zoo until 2:00pm to provide assistance in capturing the image you had hoped for.
Please meet Michael at Bronx River Gate from Bronx River Parkway Parking.
Registration includes admission to the zoo, the congo gorilla forest, and the butterfly garden. Feel free to bring the kids for this one!
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Next Class: Oct 16, 2016
Photography From The Empire State Building with Michael Downey
Class Code: UUU404
It's time to photograph from the Empire State Building with Michael Downey!
We can start on ground level and see how creative we can be photographing from there. Then let's discover the most exhilarating perspective of New York City, from the top of The Empire State Building. The views from the 86th Floor are legendary and can be enjoyed from the outdoor promenade and glass enclosed space. The fee for this excursion includes a class on cityscape/landscape photography and admission to the 86th floor. You are welcome to stay and get those beautiful sunset shots if you'd like. Your ticket is good until closing at 2:00am.No tripods are allowed and we'll will show you how they're not necessary.
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Next Class: Oct 27, 2016
Morocco: A Visual Feast 11-Day Photo Journey with David Wells
Class Code: UUU451
Hone your photography skills alongside professional photographer David Wells in one of the most visually striking settings on the planet, through thoughtfully-crafted workshops in Morocco’s Imperial Cities and a magical expedition to the Sahara Desert via the Atlas Mountains. Open Sky Expeditions Senior Tour Leader and Photographer Temu Nana will act as our personal host throughout. We will also have a Unique Photo® Representative present, as well as a top English-speaking Moroccan guide for all of our excursions and the desert expedition.
Included: Comprehensive pre-departure information, accommodations in deluxe hotels and private desert camps, meals as indicated in the itinerary, and a complimentary travel wallet and personalized travel notebook with your final documents. Scroll down for all details!
Please note that airfare to and back from Morocco is NOT included with this registration. Our tour operator partner can assist you with booking flights (which currently vary from $750 - $900 round-trip from New York depending on which airports you fly into/out of, and if you participate in either extension).Pricing is subject to change after certain dates. Please refer to the "REGISTRATION RATES" section of the description below for details. Seating is limited to 14 participants. Don't delay in reserving your seat!
Due to popular demand, we have added a second excursion from November 10th - 21st! Save $500 when you sign up for this excursion by July 15th! Please call Alex at 212-441-0024 or email university@uniquephoto.com to take advantage of this Early Bird Special price. All other information, itinerary, and details from this listing apply to both excursions.
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Next Class: Oct 27, 2016
Northern Lights 7-Day Photo Adventure in Tromso, Norway
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.
For 7 days and 6 nights (October 27th - November 4th), 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 JFK via Norwegian Air, hotel, breakfasts, and luxury coach on four nights.
Scroll down and read the OVERVIEW below for hotel, booking, and additional important information.Pricing is subject to change after certain dates. Please refer to the "REGISTRATION RATES & INFO" section of the description below for details.
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Next Class: Jun 04, 2017
Photographing Ireland, The Emerald Isle
Class Code: UUU455
Join Michael Downey from June 4th - 11th 2017 as he travels to Ireland on a photography and customized hopper tour! A private driver will take the group to some of the most exciting areas of Ireland to explore, photograph, and experience. Michael will be along every moment to make sure everyone gets the best shots!
Included: 3-star hotel accommodations each night, full Irish breakfasts each morning, luxury coach with private driver for transport to each location, discount at certain gift stores.
Please note that airfare is NOT included with registration. Our partners at Tenon Tours will help with suggested flights if needed.
Pricing is subject to change after certain dates. Please refer to the "BOOKING RATES" section of the description below for details. Seating is limited to 14 participants. Don't delay in reserving your seat!