STATEN
ISLAND
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Looking at Autumn Photography Meetup

Looking at Autumn Photography Meetup

Saturday 30 September
Silver Lake Park, Staten Island - 10am - 2 Hours
No description - create one in the theme or idea
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$43       4 places left
iPhone Photography Class

iPhone Photography Class

Saturday 07 October
Snug Harbor Cultural Center - 10am - 3 Hours
They say your best camera is always with you; for many of us the DSLR can be a little cumbersome to carry or perhaps just not the right place for the type of camera! You may have a newer iphone that has some fantastic capabilities that are present on your DSLR you didn't know about. This session is all about embracing the use of a Smartphone in lieu of a DSLR. Whether you own a DSRL, or perhaps want to see the features you can use on your iPhone - this session will be perfect for you!
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$84      
Fall Foliage Meetup

Fall Foliage Meetup

Saturday 21 October
1150 Clove Rd, Staten Island, NY 10301 - 10am - 2 Hours
Lets explore and find the colors change as the seasons do. We'll explore natures beauty and colors change and try to capture the best photograph as we discuss the correct settings and exposure for the scene.
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$43      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 04 November
Silver Lake Park, Staten Island - 10am - 3 Hours
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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$84       5 places left

Nearby Photography Groups

Photoshop & Lightroom Basics

Photoshop & Lightroom Basics

Saturday 30 September
Midtown - 9am - 2 Hours
Brooklyn Photography Group
Photoshop & Lightroom Basics This course provides beginners with a concise introduction to Photoshop and Lightroom. Learn essential tools and techniques to enhance images, manipulate layers, apply filters, and organize photos. Gain hands-on experience in a one-day class that covers key features and functionalities of both software programs.
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$43      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 30 September
Park Ridge - 10am - 3 Hours
Allentown Photography Group
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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$84      
Street Art Photography

Street Art Photography

Saturday 30 September
North Ironbound - 12pm - 2 Hours
Newark Photography Group
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and eclectic world of street art, a distinctive art form scattered throughout city corners across the globe. Master the art of photographing these urban creations thriving in bustling public spaces often teeming with traffic. Join us and learn how to perfectly capture these intricate marvels, with or without human elements, transforming everyday streets into extraordinary canvas of art with our expert guidance.
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$43      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 30 September
Moynihan Train Hall. - 3pm - 3 Hours
Manhattan Photography Group
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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$84      
Nature Photography Meetup

Nature Photography Meetup

Saturday 07 October
Dayton - 12pm - 2 Hours
Newark Photography Group
Discover the art of capturing nature's beauty through your camera lens in an intriguing workshop. Learn how to utilize your camera settings ingeniously to turn ordinary scenes into captivating pieces of art. From the intricate details like the focus on a dew speckled rose to vast compositions like a field swathed in wildflowers, nature is teeming with potential images. The key is to spot and capture them in a striking manner that embellishes your wall space. This workshop will teach you how to make your subjects stand out using different angles, distinct lighting, and creative settings. Let the world see nature through your lens and experience how a simple snapshot can transform into extraordinary artwork.
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$43      
The City at Night

The City at Night

Sunday 08 October
Astoria Park - 7pm - 2 Hours
Queens Photography Group
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun. In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
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$43      

Architecture Photography

Architecture Photography

Saturday 14 October
Trexler Memorial Park - 11am - 2 Hours
Allentown Photography Group
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures. In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
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$43      
Minimalist Photography

Minimalist Photography

Saturday 14 October
Jersey City - 12pm - 2 Hours
Newark Photography Group
Minimalist photography is about stripping a subject down to its most elegant essence. This session will help us create photos that cut through the clutter by emphasizing the essentials, including clean lines and empty spaces. All levels are welcome!
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$43      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 21 October
Seventh Avenue - 12pm - 3 Hours
Newark Photography Group
Eager to delve deeper into the intricacies of your camera and escape from automatic exposure? Seize this opportunity to truly understand your device. We're introducing an insightful session where we'll extensively cover camera settings like shutter speed aperture ISO, elucidating how they influence your shots' exposure. Further enhance your skills as we apply these newfound insights, all under the expert guidance of a professional photographer.
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$84      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 22 October
Astoria Park - 1pm - 3 Hours
Queens Photography Group
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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$84      
Creative Shapes

Creative Shapes

Saturday 28 October
Allentown Art Walk - 11am - 3 Hours
Allentown Photography Group
We live in a world of shapes and designs all around us. Let's explore dynamic shapes, not only in architecture but how to add shapes as backgrounds to portraits and other main subject choices.
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$84      
Portrait Photography Meetup

Portrait Photography Meetup

Saturday 28 October
East Ferry - 12pm - 2 Hours
Newark Photography Group
Looking to enhance your selfie skills or kickstart your photography portfolio? Join us at our expert-led workshop that covers the core principles of portrait photography. This event presents an excellent opportunity for you to ignite your creativity and expand your technical familiarity. Discover optimal camera settings, location selection secrets, and key insight into lighting and poses that accentuate a model's best attributes. Moreover, we impart critical techniques to establish rapport for capturing the authentic emotions and natural reactions of a subject. Don't miss this chance to elevate your photography skills to new heights.
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$43      

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
    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
    Elite Ziegelman
    Elite is a seasoned photographer. She first started out working for real estate agents photographing homes and then moved on to nature and wildlife. She's published a book in 2017 called "To Staten Island With Love", also highlighted on NY1 during the pandemic for her bird photography and the Staten Island Advance as well.
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