Event Archive: January 26 - February 1, 2026
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Below is a recap of the photography events from the week of January 26 - February 1, 2026. This archive serves as a resource for our community, offering a look back at the workshops, photo walks, networking events, and creative opportunities that took place.
Monday, January 26
Join us this month for the first meetings of our wonderful photoclub!
Tuesday, January 27
Photobooth history, hands-on workshop, free portraits, giveaways, and more.
Learn how hard and soft light shape mood, depth, and character in portrait photography.
Bring photos of your work, network with fellow creatives, and enjoy a fun, speed-dating-style exchange.
Learn the fundamentals of 35mm analog photography in this four-session workshop.
Bring your own art for our first art critique event of the year!
Network with entrepreneurs, executives, business owners, freelancers, and professionals from all backgrounds.
The i3 Lecture Series features leading photographers and artists, hardware and software developers, and industry experts. Sarah Stacke - Photographer, Writer & Archival Researcher
Wednesday, January 28
You will be free to direct the model and the lighting as you please to ensure you get the shot you are looking for.
Grab a cup of coffee with Ian Spanier — the photographer known for fearless shoots, sharp lighting, and portraits of some of the world’s biggest celebrities and athletes.
This presentation by Andy Katz, one of the original Sony Artisans of Imagery, explores light and how it turns a good photograph into a great photograph.
Creator & mom Sydney Esiason Martin shares how the LUMIX S9 captures real family moments with ease, flexible LUTs, and impressive low-light
We want freelance creatives to be able to meet and grow their personal networks!
Artists Anonymous is a safe space for those who have never shown work, first time critique, or experts working on a project that want feedback.
Whether you’re plotting your next move, looking to meet collaborators, or just want to start the year surrounded by ambitious creative energy - this is your night.
Thursday, January 29
Learn how powerful simple lighting can be when it comes to creating strong, impactful images.
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he demonstrates why modes such as Program Automatic are key tools for professional and hobbyist photographers.
Celebrate the start of ICP’s winter season with the opening of three landmark exhibitions.
A solo photography exhibition by Noy Finer exploring the growth involved in adapting to a new space while preserving one’s sense of self.
Join us for the Opening Reception of the APA NY 4th Annual Juried Photography Exhibition, featuring standout work by photographers from across the country.
There will be an abundance of activities, music, film, wine, food and no expectations except performance-free-comfort
A conversation with renowned British street photographer Phil Penman, as he discusses his latest best-selling monograph, Street Scenes.
Saturday, January 31
Explore the fun and challenges of recreating vintage Hollywood style portraiture, incorporating both classic and state-of-the-art techniques
Join us for a cozy morning of connection, creativity, and community! Hosted by Focus on Women in collaboration with APA–New York.
- 10am-1pm ET|uniquephoto|New York, NY|$89
Join Unique University Head Instructor Michael Downey at American Museum of Natural History in NYC! Tripods or flash photography are not allowed inside, but you'll be able to capture wonderful pictures regardless.
This T1/T2 event will build on our last 2024 session “Shadows”. “Neon District 3” will be the continuation of working with color and shadows in photography. In our previous “Neon District” session we worked on utilizing gels and rgbs to create unique lighting scenarios.
A unique exhibit of the Texas Prisons by Danny Lyon.
Learn to shape daylight, work with models, and create timeless images in a historic daylight studio.
Explore photobooks from the ICP Library and connect with fellow photobook enthusiasts at ICP's Photobook Club. Each month, browse hand-picked selections from special guests and ICP community members.
Capture the serenity of snow-draped landscapes, experiment with black-and-white for stark contrasts, and seek out quiet, deserted spots for minimalist compositions.
Build your portfolio, meet other creatives, and shoot for a fraction of regular studio rates!
Join us on the 31st, to check out our setups, membership perks, and services designed specifically for our patrons.
We offer photographers from all levels of experience the opportunity to attend fun shoot-outs which allow them to further develop their skills
Join us for a day of celebrating Japanese alternative fashion at the Loft
Our first official #photowalk of 2026 this Sunday!
If you're a photo enthusiast interested in photography, this is the event for you. Lighting, equipment, props and furniture will be provided at the event.
We’re hosting a special 4×5 large format drag portrait workshop — slowing things down and centering drag performers through intention, collaboration, and craft.
Drinks, music, familiar faces, and one last gathering in the studio. All are welcome.
Sunday, February 1
This is a networking photoshoot event where photographers and models come together to create dope Valentine’s-vibe content.
Winter blues setting in? Well we’ve got some pretty sweet news! Our Valentine shoot is live over on meetup.com/nypinupclub! Pricing starts at $93
We offer photographers from all levels of experience the opportunity to attend fun shoot-outs which allow them to further develop their skills
The One Light Mastery workshop is an introduction to lighting to refine our understanding of how light works.
Through donations from film, television, and creative companies, we receive materials that might otherwise be thrown out—and we’re putting them back into the hands of the art community. Props, fabric, paper, and more, available for a one-time registration fee.
Join us for a photo walk around NYC!
This is a freeform class meant to be purely for exploration of different lighting you all find interesting or want to recreate.