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Mastering the Dark Arts of Light Painting in Photography with Susan Magnano
Date: Tuesday, November 4th · 5 PM ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents/streams
Join photographer and light-painting artist Susan Magnano for an unforgettable, hands-on workshop hosted by Printique and Adorama. You'll learn how to turn darkness into your creative playground, transforming simple tools into dynamic light sources.
Susan will guide you through the ABCs of light painting and long exposure—from planning your shoot to final execution.
What you will learn:
• The ABCs of Light Painting: Essential settings for long exposures, from shutter speed to aperture.
• Balancing Light: Techniques for combining ambient light (like city glow or moonlight) with added light (flashlights, LED wands, and tubes).
• Creative Storytelling: How to inject flare, color, and dynamic storytelling into night portraits and landscapes.
• Hands-On Practice: Walk away with not just new technical skills, but with images that glow with your own creative vision.
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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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Holiday Paw-traits with NYC Pet Photographer, Carmen Gonzalez
Date: Tuesday, November 18th · 2PM - 6:30PM ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents/streams
Get your pup camera-ready and join us in the Adorama Event Space for a festive photo session with NYC’s own petpawtographer, Carmen Gonzalez! Carmen will be offering complimentary holiday portraits of your furry friend — perfect for greeting cards or seasonal keepsakes.
We’ll have treats on hand and plenty of tail wags to go around.
Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your time early — we can’t wait to meet you and your four-legged star!
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OnSet with Daniel Norton: Your First Lighting Kit
Date: Thursday, November 20th · 5 - 6pm ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@Adorama/streams
With so many options out there, it can be difficult for a photographer new to lighting to know which kit to start with.
Join Daniel Norton OnSet with his pick for a great lighting kit to start with. Priced right with all the tools to get you started, Daniel will demonstrate several portrait styles with the kit.
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OnSet with Daniel Norton: What do You Really NEED to Light a Portrait?
Date: Thursday, December 11th · 5 - 6pm ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@Adorama/streams
I've created portraits with 10 lights. I've worked with just natural light. But when it comes down to it, how much gear do I need to know I can get the job done? Let's find out together!
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he walks through his thought process when planning for a portrait shoot and creates a variety of portraits with his "minimal kit."
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OnSet with Daniel Norton: Metering for Skin Tone
Date: Thursday, December 18th · 5 - 6pm ET
Location: Adorama Event Space + Livestreamed Online
Livestream Link: https://www.youtube.com/@Adorama/streams
Do I need a light meter? This is a question I have heard too many times to count. While I understand the photographer is asking about a hand-held meter, the truth remains. If you are using any modern camera, you are using a meter in the camera. And don't even get me started on skin tone...
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he discusses incident, reflected, and spot metering techniques for perfect skin tone.
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