Photography Class: Master Your Camera Controls - New York Public Library
Reserve your seat in a fun, immersive photography class at the iconic New York Public Library.
This class focuses on mastering camera controls like aperture, depth of field and exposure compensation. Photograph the grandeur of the library’s marble staircases, expansive reading rooms and detailed carvings while adjusting settings to emphasize the building’s architectural beauty. You’ll learn to control light, focus in low-light conditions and capture stunning interior shots. Suitable for all skill levels and DSLR or mirrorless camera users, this class is taught by a professional photographer who will guide you through camera settings and provide hands-on practice to achieve perfect exposure and sharpness in the city's iconic literary landmark.
- Minimum Guests 1
- Maximum Guests 5
- Event Duration 2 hours
Reviews Guests Left For Other Experiences
Mark
11 Jun 2026
Very nice group of people and made sure every detail was planned out thoroughly. Ron, who was our photographer instructor, was very good as laying out how our camera works. Very nice introduction.
Michele
02 May 2026
Mark hosted our class and he did a great job. The class size was perfect and he was very personable and helpful. Would take another class.
Marcela
11 Jan 2026
Christine was excellent in giving m important information about how to set my aperture, shutter speed and how to look at the subjects in order to get interesting photos. I highly recommend this experience!
Instructor Richard leads photography classes that aim to help students maximize their potential for producing quality photos using digital cameras and smart phone technology. In addition to sharing tech tips and tricks, his courses introduce concepts of composition, value and balance in subjects ranging from landscapes to portraits. With guidance from Instructor Richard, everyone can learn to capture striking digital images.
