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Outdoor Portrait Meetup

Outdoor Portrait Meetup

Saturday 24 May
About two miles from Destiny mall - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Daniel Michaels
Learn to create portraits out doors
book now
$47      
Oswego Lighthouse Meetup

Oswego Lighthouse Meetup

Saturday 24 May
45 minutes from Syracuse. - 6pm - 2 Hours
Daniel Michaels
I will give you tips on how to photograph the Lighthouse in Oswego Harbor.
book now
$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 31 May
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

Street Photography Meetup IN New York City

Street Photography Meetup IN New York City

Saturday 07 June
Port authority New York City. - 9am - 3 Hours
Daniel Michaels
We will be in New York City all day.We will be exploring China Town, SoHo, and other parts of New York City, taking photos of street life. Does Street photography excite and scare you. Would you like to capture the moment, but your inhibitions put obstacles in your way? Then this Meetup is definitely for you! This meetup is designed for people wishing to learn street photography, by discovering its history, it's great figures, and through accompanied practice.
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$47      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 14 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
book now
$92       5 places left
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.

    Join the Syracuse Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    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
    2025-04-16
    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
    Sanford Photography Group
    2025-05-12

    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
    Birkenhead Photography Group
    2025-05-08
    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

    Winnipeg Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    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
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05

    Syracuse Photography Group
    2024-08-05
    Title or Location: Salmon River Fall, Orwell, NY
    This was on my list of NY waterfalls to photograph. This was shot on July 3, 2024 and the weather finally cooperated and gave some nice clouds around 9a. It's about a 30 custom crop. Worth the steep hike to the bottom.
    Credit: Marc Gerbsch
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Syracuse Photography Group
    2024-08-05
    Title or Location: Chaumont Barrens, Chaumont, NY
    This is a photo of a prairie warbler. They are found in a unique area called the Chaumont Barrens in Chaumont, NY. Chaumont Barrens is one of the few areas in NY where you can find the prairie warbler. This is also home to the Prairie Smoke flower, and the Wood Lily. This photo was taken in June of 2024. 1/1000s f5.6 iso 180. 500mm
    Credit: Ann Ginn
    Facebook: Ann Ginn
    Instagram: Ann Ginn

    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Chichester Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Gloucester
    While wondering around Gloucester in the evening a couple of weeks ago we turned a corner and this view just jumped out as an image
    Credit: Stuart McGowan
    Facebook: Stuart McGowan
    Instagram: stuart911s
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05

    Toronto Photography Group
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: Toronto ON Canada
    I love exploring Toronto, where I've been living for a while now, with a camera, or more often just with a mobile phone. And looking for unusual angles. This place in the center of downtown on King Street always looks different depending on the weather, time of day, wind... This time I was shooting late in the evening and waiting for the flag to straighten out.Shot on a Samsung s21 mobile phone, edited in an editor Snapseed/
    Credit: Yuri Shvarzman
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Atlanta Photography Club
    2025-05-14
    Title or Location: at my house in Oconee County outside of Athens, Georgia
    This shot was taken along with 3000 others images on my first ever photo shoot during Covid. I hired a model I had seen and had come to do pool shots with another Photographer and he suggested I hire her and conceptualize the shoot. I?m not a professional and had no props but I bought some fabric and I used my leaf blower to make that effect. I periodically go back to those pictures and rework them with my iPhone apps for varying effects. You can see more of my work on Instagram. That day creat
    Credit: Cindy Karp
    Facebook: Cindy Karp
    Instagram: Cindy Karp iPhone Photographer

    Sydney Photography Group
    2025-05-05
    Orange County Photography Group
    2025-05-12
    Title or Location: Yorba Linda
    Thank you for considering my photo for Photo of the Week! I have a number of bottle brush trees in my back yard, and birds love the blossoms when they bloom in the Spring. I usually see numerous hummingbirds and sparrows, but I saw this gorgeous bird one afternoon resting in the branches. I was able to get a couple of shots off before it flew away.
    Credit: Jerry Devera
    Sydney Photography Group
    2025-05-05

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