STATEN
ISLAND
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Nature Photography Meetup: Winter Serenity

Nature Photography Meetup: Winter Serenity

Saturday 22 February
Staten Island Greenbelt - 1pm - 2 Hours
Qinza Malik Khan
Capture the stark beauty of nature in winter. This session will focus on lighting techniques and composition to bring out the best in snowy or barren landscapes.
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$47      
Black and White Photography Meetup: Shades of Staten Island

Black and White Photography Meetup: Shades of Staten Island

Saturday 01 March
Randall Manor - 12pm - 2 Hours
Qinza Malik Khan
Learn the art of monochrome photography in a setting rich with textures and contrasts. Snug Harbor's historic architecture and botanical features provide excellent subjects.
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$47      
Spring Photography Meetup: Early Blooms and Vibrant Colors

Spring Photography Meetup: Early Blooms and Vibrant Colors

Saturday 15 March
Randall Manor - 12pm - 2 Hours
Qinza Malik Khan
Spring photography is a beautiful way to capture the renewal of life that comes with the arrival of spring.

Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We'll be looking at composition, focus and colour in this Spring season!
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$47      

Nearby Photography Groups

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 15 February
Central Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Manhattan Photography Group
Nicolas Perez Castelblanco
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92       4 places left
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 22 February
Hunters Point - 10am - 3 Hours
Queens Photography Group
Logan Dobbs
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
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$92      
Street Photography at Night Meetup

Street Photography at Night Meetup

Saturday 08 March
Hamilton Street - 6pm - 2 Hours
Allentown Photography Group
Alexander
Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring the town at night.

At this meetup, we will practise the basics of shooting in a dark environment as we capture candid images in an urban setting.

By the end of this event, you will be more familiar with:
- How to adjust camera settings for low light.
- Using slow shutter speeds to get brighter images and create light trails.
- Capturing RAW images.
- Guidelines for shooting other people and their property in the real world.
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$47      

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 15 March
Hunters Point - 10am - 2 Hours
Queens Photography Group
Logan Dobbs
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      
Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 15 March
Prospect Pk - 11am - 2 Hours
Brooklyn Photography Group
Kash Gaines
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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$47      
Take Better Pictures!

Take Better Pictures!

Saturday 22 March
Battery Park, New York, NY 10004 - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Manhattan Photography Group
Bob London
That is what we strive to do - right, this is an all-levels class. I will have enough time to work with everyone individually to go over your struggles. Bring all your image taking issues with the camera or phone camera and we will work through them, think of it as photo therapy. If these terms are foreign to you; camera lag, selective blur, panning , fill flash, false color, short focus, lens compression, the kelvin scale, Bokeh – then this class is for you.
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$47      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 29 March
W Liberty Street Allentown, PA 18104 - 10am - 3 Hours
Allentown Photography Group
Alexander
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      
Landscape Photography

Landscape Photography

Saturday 05 April
Hunters Point - 10am - 2 Hours
Queens Photography Group
Logan Dobbs
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 26 April
Hunters Point - 10am - 3 Hours
Queens Photography Group
Logan Dobbs
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
$92      

Street Portraits

Street Portraits

Saturday 26 April
Greenwich Village - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Manhattan Photography Group
Bob London
This class assumes you have a basic plus knowledge of all camera settings. We will take you to the next step in how to take portraits outside.
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$47      
Magic Hour Photography with Bonus Fill Flash Portrait Techniques

Magic Hour Photography with Bonus Fill Flash Portrait Techniques

Saturday 10 May
Greenwich Village - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Manhattan Photography Group
Bob London
Twilight photography when the sky turns blue and the building lights come on is a stunning look. We will also talk about flash fill in general, how to use with portraits and with the magic hour.
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$47      
Composition in Photography

Composition in Photography

Saturday 17 May
Gantry Park - Long Island City - 10am - 2 Hours
Queens Photography Group
Logan Dobbs
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.

In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.

1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance

As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
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$47      

ABOUT STATEN
ISLAND
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Staten Island .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Staten Island Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Great experience! Qinza was knowledgable and helped to understand basic functions of my camera.
    5/5
    Flynn
    2025-01-13
    Although the group was small, we were able to cover a lot of material about outdoor portrait photography, lighting, and camera settings. Dwayne really understood the material very well, and was very friendly and respectful.
    5/5
    Stan
    2024-08-12
    It was educational!
    5/5
    Anil
    2024-08-11

    Excellent. Elite is engaging and knowledgeable. I will take her classes again
    5/5
    Roseann
    2023-11-06
    Excellent workshop with a good balance between lecture and hands on practice. Instructor is very knowledgeable and able to explain principles of photography to participants.
    5/5
    Alex
    2023-11-05
    Very knowledgeable instructor .
    5/5
    Aida
    2023-11-05

    Elite was wonderful and knowledgeable. Gave us personal attention during class.
    5/5
    Roseann
    2023-09-04
    It was good as usual Elite embrasses all of our questions s and always gives great advice and guidance
    5/5
    Patrick
    2023-09-04
    Excellent instruction and knowledge from Elite
    5/5
    Patrick
    2023-08-06

    I had a great experience at the class! Elite is such a knowledgable, personable and patient instructor. I learned to use so many settings on my camera thanks to her guidance. If she teaches another class I surely will attend and recommend her highly.
    5/5
    Kathleen Ward-Cullen
    2023-08-06
    I learned alot and became more comfortable with my camera
    5/5
    Patrick
    2023-07-21
    I thought the class was awesome, the people were great and the scenery beautiful. Elite is the best coach I ever met makes you feel like your friends for a long time. I will be attending as many of her adventures as possible. I understand my camera and photography alot better in 1 day. Thank You
    5/5
    Patrick
    2023-07-17

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Qinza Malik Khan
    I am a filmmaker / photographer who enrolled at Binghamton University with the intention of constructing a research methodology for my creative work. My long-term goal is to make science documentaries. with an intersectional approach. I have worked on a variety of projects that showcase these skills including my book 9 Days in Deutschland which is a photo documentary memoir that I was awarded a scholarship for. This project was also exhibited at the Bundy Museum in Binghamton as my first photo exhibition. I am currently working on finishing this book with aspirations to have it published.

    Qinza Malik Khan is available for private bookings

    Available Fri, Sat, Sun after 12pm.

    PHOTOS
    Staten Island Photography Group
    2024-07-22
    Title or Location: New York City
    Civic Fame statue sitting atop the NYC Municipal Building during sunriseISO200/f5.6/160mm/. 1/500sec
    Credit: Mark Torello
    Instagram: 1MTphoto

    Staten Island Photography Group
    2024-07-15
    Title or Location: Lemon Creek Park, Staten Island
    It was a very windy day by the water and I was photographing terns and I looked up and saw this sail boat going by.
    Credit: Kathleen Ward
    Staten Island Photography Group
    2024-06-10
    Title or Location: Mount Lorretta
    This photo was taken quick and happened to be in the Auto mode with minimal editing . These Indigo Bunting are so beautiful in color with pretty song . Happy to see them when they are in the area .
    Credit: Susan Fazio

    Staten Island Photography Group
    2024-06-03
    Title or Location: Poillon Ave. Annadale
    This is the house where I lived between 1961 and 1977, ages 7-24. Poillon Ave. in Annadale. This was taken from Spring Pond across the street. We (my brother Roger and I) pretty much had this pond to ourselves for fishing, ice skating, and catching frogs and turtles. We also had a canoe and even built a raft. It was an idyllic place to grow up. After my parents passed, the house was sold in 2000, demolished and new house built on the property. It's wonderful that it's a park now and is prote
    Credit: Ralph Solberg

    Staten Island Photography Group
    2024-06-03
    Title or Location: Taken from the Staten Island Ferry
    Great view of the 3 East River bridges from the ferry
    Credit: Mark Torello
    Instagram: 1MTphoto
    Staten Island Photography Group
    2024-05-24
    Title or Location: Fox Beach
    I was trying out a new location recommended to me by some other photographers as a possible place to catch an interesting Sunrise. So, one early morning after shooting at Cedar Grove beach I drove down a little further and explored Fox beach. As I was exiting this scene caught my eye so I jumped out, snapped a few and caught this. There were many more opportunities so I will be back there soon!
    Credit: Lance J. Reha
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LakeFilms
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lancejrehaphotography/

    Provo Photography Group
    2025-02-13
    Title or Location: Midway Utah
    Just at the end of a significant rain squall I looked out my window to witness this incredible perfect colorful rainbow appearing. Nature always delivers!
    Credit: Roger Hughes

    Sutherland Photography Group
    2025-02-13
    Title or Location: Crocodile Bridge Camp, Kruger National Park, South Africa
    As the sun starts to set, the Bush Babies of Crocodile Bridge rest camp awaken. I sat patiently by the pole in the fence, waiting for them to emerge. These nocturnal beauties cautiously pop their heads up, then back down, before jumping off into the setting sky, eager for their night ahead.
    Credit: Alycia Geldenhuys
    Instagram: @wildunleashed
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Ferring beach.
    An evening a couple of years ago when the sky was clear I went out with a group of friends to do some Astrophotography. The Milky Way was quite visible that evening!
    Credit: Jan Budgen
    Facebook: Jan Budgen
    Instagram: jan_budgen_sussex

    Cambridge Photography Group
    2025-02-12
    Title or Location: Kamen Briag Bulgaria
    As a Bulgarian myself I was visiting my country during the summer of 2024. Astrophotography is my favourite type of photography, so I joined one of the masterclasses organised by one of the world leading astrophotographers - Mihail Minkov. And this picture is the result.
    Credit: Emilian Primov

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