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OnSet with Daniel Norton: Why and When to Use Hard Light

Date: Thursday, October 23th · 5 - 6pm ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@Adorama/streams

When teaching lighting, especially for portraiture, most photographers will wisely state, "Use soft light." This is not because using soft light is better; it is because it is easier. Soft light simplifies the process of creating a "safe" portrait. But hard light, that's how we can create unforgettable portraits.

Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he shows you how to shape and sculpt the face using hard light. How it can be used to flatter the subject, and mistakes to avoid.

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Will Cadena | Coffee with Creators

Date: Wednesday, October 29th · 11am - 12pm ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zUQbyFVut8

Join host Seth Miranda (@LastXwitness) LIVE on Wednesdays at 11 AM ET from the Event Space at Adorama in NYC for an insider conversation with fellow creators, professionals, industry peers, and more.

🔘 Photographer, Will Cadena

Will Cadena is a creative force of nature—a visual strategist whose bold, cinematic imagery doesn’t just capture moments, it moves markets. With a signature straight-out-of-camera style, he delivers high-impact visuals for campaign shoots, commercial productions, and powerhouse brands across corporate America. A sought-after speaker and global educator, Will has commanded stages at WPPI, Imaging USA, Canon, and Disney Fine Art Photographers.

He’s judged elite competitions like WPPI, Imaging USA, and Cosmos Awards Malaysia. Trusted by Canon, Westcott, and more—Will not only creates striking visuals, he builds meaningful relationships that spark lasting collaborations and business opportunities for years to come.

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Establishing The Light & Building The Frame with Seth Miranda

Date: Thursday, October 30 · 5 PM ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents/streams


We've all been there as photographers with no starting position but a destination to be found. The studio can be a blank page and our subjects a solid block of marble. So now what? We have so many tools, options, techniques, styles, perspectives, decisions, and lets not forget photos to be shot.

In this demo Photographer Seth Miranda will walk you through some thought processes and shoot some options live to really break down what's going on with the light and the subject to get you shooting with more intent

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The Art of Storytelling: Using Lenses to Capture Love with Jennifer Stitt

Date: Wednesday, November 5th · 5 PM ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents/streams


Your lens is more than just gear; it is the brush that paints emotion, the voice that captures connection, and the storyteller that transforms moments into timeless stories.

During this live demo, Jen will explore how lens choice shapes the emotional impact of your imagery, especially when working with couples. From wide-angle shots that set the scene to intimate portraits that capture raw emotion, every lens in your bag has a role to play in telling a unique story.

Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out, this session will leave you inspired and equipped to use your lenses with intention, creating galleries that resonate with emotion and artistry.

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OnSet with Daniel Norton: Why Use Flash When LEDs are so Good?

Date: Thursday, November 6th · 5 - 6pm ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@Adorama/streams

When LEDs first came on the scene, they were great for what they were initially intended: Video production. Sure, we used them occasionally, but Flash was always the answer on a serious set. Things have changed significantly in the last 10 years; not only are LEDs powerful and color-correct, but some also feature RGBW capabilities. Does Flash still have an advantage? What is it? Is it worth the learning curve?



Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he works with both constant lights and flash, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each. In the end, we will answer the question: Why flash?

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Talking Copyright and AI with Gili Karev (Klaris Law)

Date: Tuesday, November 11th · 5 PM ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents/streams

Join us in the Adorama Event Space for a timely and much-needed conversation on copyright, creativity, and the fast-moving impact of AI in the world of content creation.

As artificial intelligence transforms how creative work is produced, shared, and monetized, understanding the fundamentals of copyright protection is more essential than ever. Whether you’re a photographer, filmmaker, designer, or digital creator, knowing how to safeguard your work — and when to register it — can make all the difference in protecting your livelihood and creative legacy.

Gili Karev of Klaris Law will share expert insights into the evolving intersection of copyright law and AI, offering practical guidance for creators navigating these rapid technological changes.

Key discussion points include:

• The foundations of copyright and why it matters for every creator
• The benefits of registering your work and how registration strengthens your legal protection
• What copyright law currently says about AI-generated content
• Ownership and authorship: who holds the rights to AI-assisted creations?
• How to protect your intellectual property in an AI-driven creative landscape
• Fair use: where legal and ethical boundaries are being tested
• Case studies highlighting recent copyright challenges and outcomes
• What upcoming legislation and court decisions could mean for artists and content professionals

The session will conclude with a Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask their most pressing questions about protecting and managing their creative rights in the age of AI.

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Seeing Humanity: An Evening with Beth Galton & William Vázquez, hosted by Frank Meo

Date: Wednesday, November 12th · 5 PM ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents/streams

Adorama is proud to bring Frank Meo's Projections to our event space. Join us for an evening of art, empathy, and perspective with two photographers whose work reveals the beauty and resilience of the human experience.

Hosted by Frank Meo—curator, mentor, and founder of PROJECTIONS NYC— Franks brings Beth Galton, award-winning fine art photographer and Sony World Photography Award 2024 recipient, and William Vázquez, humanitarian and commercial photographer whose global portraits capture the universal joy of being human to Projections.

Each will explore:

The emotional language of photography across cultures
Finding beauty and meaning in impermanence and chaos
How personal philosophy shapes artistic vision
The evolving role of photography in storytelling and social impact

Beth will share insights from her acclaimed series Memory of Absence and her recently published book COVID Diary (Fall Line Press, 2024).

William will present selections from Find the Joy, a powerful body of work capturing authentic human connection across the globe.

Whether you’re a photographer, visual storyteller, or creative thinker, this evening promises to spark reflection and remind us why we look, see, and feel.

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Flattering Your Subject With Posing and Lighting with William Adwin

Date: Thursday, November 13th · 5 PM ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents/streams


At some point during the year, just about every person has a moment where they feel a little unsure about how they’ll look in photos, and that’s completely normal. Whether it’s worrying about their arms, chin, midsection, or even balding spots, these are real concerns that come up, and photographer, William Adwin gets it. That’s why creating a space of trust right from the beginning is such a big part of the process. When couples feel safe to be honest about what they're self-conscious about, it opens the door to capturing them in the most flattering and genuine way.

There’s a whole toolbox of lighting and posing tricks that can highlight the best features and downplay the areas people might not love as much. And it’s not just about hiding things—it’s about helping couples feel good in front of the camera. There’s also a careful eye on avoiding awkward angles or poses that create weird optical illusions (no one wants to look stiff or bigger than they are just because of a bad pose!). At the end of the day, William’s goal is to make sure every couple feels confident, comfortable, and truly seen in their photos—because that’s when the magic really happens.

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