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Flash Essentials

Unlock the creative possibilities of electronic flash and take full command of your lighting. This practical workshop covers the core techniques for shaping light using a range of flashes, modifiers, and a handheld light meter. Try out different setups and lighting approaches while photographing live models, building the skills and confidence to capture polished, professional-quality images.

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  • 36 E 30th St, New York, NY
  • 8 hours

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Class Description

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Discover the essentials of electronic flash photography through this hands-on one-day workshop designed for photographers of all levels!

Throughout this comprehensive session, participants will develop the skills necessary to command light direction and quality using professional light metering tools alongside an extensive collection of flashes and specialized light-shaping equipment. The workshop features an in-depth exploration of single-light configurations utilizing five to seven different modifiers, providing participants the opportunity to evaluate and contrast how each individual accessory produces distinct visual effects and aesthetic qualities.

Beyond theoretical learning, participants will gain substantial hands-on experience photographing live models while exploring and experimenting with a diverse range of lighting styles and techniques. This practical application builds confidence, expands creative possibilities, and helps participants elevate their photographic work to achieve a polished, professional standard.

Consider pairing this workshop with Intro to Continuous Light to create a more comprehensive and complete lighting education experience that covers both flash and continuous lighting modalities.

Refund Policy

  • In the event a student must cancel their registration for a workshop, they may do so any time before and up to 15 business days prior to the workshop start date, and will receive an 85% refund.
  • In the event a student must cancel attendance from a workshop within 15 business days prior to the start of the workshop this will be considered a withdrawal and the student will receive a 50% refund.
  • A withdrawal made within 4 business days of a class will NOT be entitled to any refund.

Please provide us with as much advance notice as possible for consideration. Beyond this, we cannot be held responsible for any cancellations outside of our control.

Unless otherwise stated, classes need a minimum of three students to run. In the off chance that a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, you will be refunded 100% of your tuition. Tuition costs for cancelled workshops can also be transferred to other classes or workshops.

We are not responsible for any non-refundable travel costs (such as airfare, train tickets or accommodation costs). If you are traveling long distances or from out of state, we advise you to consider purchasing travel insurance as workshops may be cancelled or postponed due to low registration or other unforeseen circumstances.

Due to the intensive nature of our workshops, we cannot offer makeup sessions outside of workshop time or in future workshops. Instructors are not required to bring students up to date during scheduled workshop time for missed days or lateness.

Refunds will not be given for absences or no shows. *This includes any illness or absence related to Covid 19.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Penumbra Foundation

The Penumbra Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing workshops, education, lectures, and events to the worldwide photographic community. They aim to be a comprehensive resource for photographers of all levels and to promote the impact of photography on culture, history, and the arts.

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