Jan 23 - Jan 29
This week at @idle.workshops, we're excited to bring you a new lineup of curated events tailored specifically for photographers. These unique opportunities are designed to inspire creativity and build your portfolio, but they fill up fast! We post once a week, so be sure to keep an eye out and secure your spot before they sell out. Whether you’re looking for a fresh perspective or new skills, our events this week are not to be missed!
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Thursday, Jan 23
Networking Collab
4pm–8pm | @lens.rush & @theburenbkny | $
Meet and collaborate with NYC creatives, get free social media content, and connect with new people.
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Portraits vs Headshots: OnSet with Daniel Norton
5pm–6pm | @danielnorton & @adorama | Free
Join pro photographer Daniel Norton for a live demo on the differences between shooting portraits and headshots.
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Art in the Garden: Photos of Place with Nadia Bongo
5–6pm | @greenhouseeducationcenter @thehort | Free
Learn about the history of photography with a focus on techniques and genres, highlighting French and Francophone photography.
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Friday, Jan 24
NYC Fashion Networking: Designers, Stylists, Photographers, Models
7pm–10pm | @daylight | Hudson Yards | $
Network with fashion professionals, designers, photographers, and stylists.
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Photographing Models
6:30pm–7:30pm | Manhattan Photography Workshop | Queens | $$
Enjoy a personalized photoshoot experience at a charming apartment in Bushwick.
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Saturday, Jan 25
Master the Basics
Two sessions | @cory_jefferson_photography, @nyc_photoshootout & @legacy_j_studios | $
Designed for photographers of all levels, learn how to shoot like a pro on your DSLR or phone.
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Guggenheim Museum Photo Shoot
11am–1pm | TAOP | Free
Discuss and explore beautiful photo opportunities in and around the Guggenheim Museum.
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Wikipedia Day NYC 2025
12pm–5pm | @wikimedianyc & @bklynlibrary | Brooklyn, NY | Free
Celebrate Wikipedia’s 24th birthday with activities, talks, and workshops at the Brooklyn Public Library Central Branch.
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Show Up and Shoot
Time TBD | @showupandshootnyc |
Book a slot for individual studio shoots with original ideas.
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ICP with RLP
2pm–4pm | RPL Urban Photographers | Free
Join this winter meetup at a fabulous photography institution. Expect good times and great photos.
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Cameras & Coffee
8:30am | @in_the_camera_eye | Northport Harbor | Free
Join a morning photowalk in historical Northport Village. Bring your camera or smartphone!
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Balletina's Figure Study Shoot
11:00am–4:00pm | @manhattan_figure_stdy_workshop | Astoria | $$
Participate in 1-on-1 and group figure study sessions with a focus on ballet-inspired poses.
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Model Shoot with Kay Ace
11:00am–4:00pm | @manhattan_figure_stdy_workshop | $$
Join a stylish photoshoot featuring model Kay Ace.
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Snap & Stroll
2:00–4:00pm | @stacie.stine | Guggenheim | Free
Photographers of all skill levels are invited to stroll through NYC and improve their photography skills.
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Networking
5:00–8:00pm | @theconvent1on @mar1tza1 | $
An evening of connecting and collaborating with creatives through dynamic conversations and opportunities.
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Sunday, Jan 26
Extraordinary Locations: Carlton Arms Hotel
10am–2:30pm | @andrewfrenchworkshops | $$$
Experiment with visual storytelling and portrait series in “Manhattan’s famous art hotel.”
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Freshkills Park Winter Photography Tour
11am–1pm | @freshkillspark | Staten Island | Donation
Capture winter's beauty at Freshkills Park on this photography tour.
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Creative Commission Meet Up
12pm–5pm | @telliefloydd & @malalaschild | Dyckman | Free
Meet at the corner of Dyckman in front of Starbucks to create content while walking around the area.
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The Lighting Social: One Light Mastery
2pm–5pm | @colabstudiosnyc | Williamsburg | $
Master the principles of lighting by focusing on one-light setups.
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Vision Planning
11am | @herstudiony | Free
This casual, free event is for fans of journaling, mood boarding, and goal setting.
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New Heat Studios Content Day
5pm–8pm | @nhstudios.bk | Brooklyn | $
A weekly Sunday event for photo and video content creation.
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Tuesday, Jan 28
"ANTICHROMATIC" A Focus Creative Series
6:30–9:00pm | @focuscamera | Brooklyn, NY | Free
Transform everyday scenes into dramatic, timeless black-and-white masterpieces with Sony and Focus Camera.
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Shoots w/ Cameron
10:00am | @peakphotogroupNYC | $$
The model will pose in various styles, including fashion, lingerie, and nude. Direct the model and lighting to capture your perfect shot.
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Creator Economy x @teachable
6:30–9:30pm | @creatoreconomynyc & @brettdash_ | Free
A hub for connecting content creators and creator economy professionals through in-person events and insightful media.
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Wednesday, Jan 29
Intro to Portrait Photography
6:00–8:00pm | @youthdesigncenter | Brooklyn | $
Learn the foundations of portrait photography in this introductory class.
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Posing for Editorial Modeling
6:00–8:00pm | @freelancersu, @nyc_hub & @strutwithshaw | Free
Learn how to pose and guide others for editorial projects. Perfect for models and photographers.
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Idle.Workshops is hosting it’s own in 2025! Feb 22 MERCER LABS! Come thru? Keeping it limited to maintain a photog/muse ratio and will open it up as we fill up.