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WWC Walk with Camera

WWC Walk with Camera

Saturday 21 June
Westcott, Syracuse - 7pm - 2 Hours
Daniel Michaels
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
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$49      
Go from Auto to Manual and beyond

Go from Auto to Manual and beyond

Saturday 28 June
Saddle Tor - 10am - 2 Hours
Daniel Michaels
In this meetup, we will discuss the difference between shooting in auto and manual mode.

You will learn to capture the image the way you see it.
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$49      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 29 June
Downtown, Syracuse - 10am - 3 Hours
Daniel Michaels
This class is for anyone who has a DSLR or Mirrorless camera system and would like to get off of the automatic mode. If you feel intimidated by your camera's dials, buttons and settings, this class is perfect for you
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$92       1 places left

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 29 June
Downtown, Syracuse - 3pm - 3 Hours
Daniel Michaels
This class is for anyone who has a DSLR or Mirrorless camera system and would like to get off of the automatic mode. If you feel intimidated by your camera's dials, buttons and settings, this class is perfect for you
book now
$98       5 places left
Outdoor Portraits Class

Outdoor Portraits Class

Saturday 12 July
Corner of Solar St, Plum Street and North Franklin Street, Syracuse - 2pm - 2 Hours
Daniel Michaels
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background composition. On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
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$49      
ABOUT SYRACUSE
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 Syracuse .

  • 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.

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    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
    • REVIEWS
    Learned alot from Dan. Looking forward to future events.
    5/5
    Greg
    2025-04-14
    The instructor was patient and answered all questions. Each person was given as much attention as needed. The event was leisurely paced and informative. I've participated in this event several times, each time learning more and improving my skills.
    5/5
    RS
    2025-04-07
    The instructor was patient and answered all questions. Each person was given as much attention as needed. The event was leisurely paced and informative. I've participated in this event several times, each time learning more and improving my skills.
    5/5
    Rich
    2025-04-07

    I got a lot of the session from Daniel.
    5/5
    Greg
    2025-04-07
    I thought Dan explained the technicalities of beginning photography well. He was available to help each individual and get them acquainted with their cameras. I would recommend the class for anyone that wants to understand their digital camera better.
    5/5
    Michelle
    2025-03-31
    I took the beginning photography class with Daniel on 3/30/25. The group size was perfect- (5) which allowed Daniel to helo us ad a group as well as individually. I had bought a new camera and had no idea on how to use it. I trued to read the manual but it only made me anxious and more confused. Daniel was extremely helpful and explained things preciously. He answered all of my questions and made sure I knew how to use my camera. Daniel was very knowledgeable and made the class ver enjoyable. I would highly recommend him for anyone looking to become familiar with their camera. Very enjoyable experience.
    5/5
    Laura
    2025-03-31

    My sister got this class for my grandson and myself. I only have a small camera and my phone, my sister gave me a camera to use. This glass was very good learned a lot. My grandson who already has a camera and knows how to use it learned also learned a lot. My grandson likes to keep to his self but felt very much at ease.thank you very much for having this classes.
    5/5
    Patricia
    2024-08-26
    Excellent, highly informative and very easy to follow. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to learn how to use their cameras.
    5/5
    Patricia
    2024-08-26
    It was a great meet-up! Loved the location and as always Daniel's knowledge is top notch!
    5/5
    Kristen
    2024-05-13

    It was excellent and a lot of fun. Daniel was patient and clear on what we were going to do. Really enjoyed the challenges and the assistance and feedback he gives. Never critical, always encouraging.
    5/5
    Kathy
    2024-05-07
    The class was great. The instructor Daniel explained everything so well.
    5/5
    Carolyn
    2024-04-28
    It was great! I learned a ton about my camera and basic photography techniques. Daniel was a great teacher!
    5/5
    Jennifer
    2024-04-28

    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Daniel Michaels
    Photography is not just a job to me, it is a passion, a way of life, some may even say, it is an obsession. Very rarely will you see me without a camera over my shoulder. My passion for the art of photography started way back in high school. Since that time I have devoted my life to creating images and teaching. I do not limit myself to the studio, I also shoot street photography and an occasional wedding.

    After high school I moved to Atlanta GA to study photography at the Portfolio Center and later at the Art Institute of Atlanta. During this time I started to assist several photographers in the area. After my education I moved back to Syracuse and became a studio manager, and taught photography on the Syracuse University campus.
    PHOTOS
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2024-03-15
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2025-05-17
    Title or Location: Rome, NY
    I photographed this buttercup in the early morning following a light rain shower, resulting in water droplets on the petals.
    Credit: Jammie Goodwin
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16DcjrTD3r/
    Tacoma Photography Group
    2025-06-17

    Syracuse Photography Group
    2025-05-16
    Title or Location: Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
    Song Sparrow sitting on a branch
    Credit: Karla Knowles
    Facebook: Karla.L.Knowles
    Instagram: SnowOwl80
    Clarksville Photography Group
    2025-06-16
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2025-04-16
    Title or Location: LaFayette
    As the temperatures dropped and darkness turns sunlight into night, the birds fell silent, heading to their roosts?What a Beautiful experience to witness!Too good not to share, taken 4.8.24 in LaFayette while in the company of my neighbors? goosebumps to this day!
    Credit: Heather Dzimitrowicz
    Facebook: Heather Dzimitrowicz
    Instagram: heatherdzi

    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-16
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2025-04-15
    Title or Location: Rome, NY
    This sunrise over the Erie Canal.
    Credit: Jammie Goodwin
    Facebook: JGPhotography
    Instagram: https://www.threads.net/@jammie_photography01
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-16

    Syracuse Photography Group
    2025-04-11
    Title or Location: Weedsport NY
    CSX train I104 a Intermodal train that runs between Bedford Park, IL and Baltimore MD, is seen passing under the Oakland road Bridge in Weedsport NY , on March 19th, 2025
    Credit: Jason Butterfield Jr
    Facebook: Jason Butterfield Jr Photography
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-16
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2024-08-12
    Title or Location: Baldwinsville, Ny
    Photo taken early August, 2024 during a morning walk near the locks in Baldwinsville.
    Credit: Walter Johnson
    Instagram: Cnylifeinfull

    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-16
    Spokane Photography Group
    2025-06-17
    Title or Location: Cat Tales Wildlife Rescue, Spokane, WA
    I've lived in Spokane almost 15 years and had never visited the Cat Tales Wildlife Rescue in North Spokane. Finally got to visit and this wonderful tiger was posing for me as if I were directing it. I got several wonderful images but really loved this one. Taken with a Fujifilm XT-5, XF55-200mmF3.5-4.8 R LM OIS. Post processed with Skylum's Luminar Neo.
    Credit: Kevin J Watt
    Facebook: https://flickr.com/photos/kilowattusaf/albums
    Instagram: kilowattphotography@instagram
    Hamilton Photography Group
    2025-06-16

    Isle Of Wight Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: West wight
    A beautiful fox cub smelling a flower in the beautiful sunshine.
    Credit: Josh Thomas
    Facebook: Capture The Second Photography
    Instagram: capture_the_second_photography
    Augusta Photography Group
    2025-06-11
    Cincinnati Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Rising Sun Indiana
    This image was shot in the winter..the temperature was 13f. ..had to chill my lens to meet the extreme cold ..the location is Red Wolf Santuary
    Credit: Roger harris

    Bell County Photography Group
    2025-06-10
    San Francisco Photography Group
    2025-06-15
    Title or Location: Milpitas, CA
    The crows do not like sharing the same air space.
    Credit: Brian
    Instagram: dsnylnd4me
    Bell County Photography Group
    2025-06-10

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