Before You Go: Travel Photography, Unpacked

Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm UTC-04:00

Chinatown | New York

Princeton Photo Workshop
Publisher/HostPrinceton Photo Workshop
Before You Go: Travel Photography, Unpacked
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Learn how to bring home photos when you travel that remind you of your adventures and transport you back to the moment you took them.
About this Event

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Part 1: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 9:00 am-10:30 am ET
In our live, fully interactive virtual classroom
Get ready before you even pack your bags. Learn how to research your destination, plan your shots, and master the essentials of gear and camera settings. Explore techniques for photographing architecture, cityscapes, landscapes, and even local details. Gain confidence in approaching people and capturing their stories, and discover how to use light—day or night—to tell a captivating visual narrative.

Part 2: Chinatown, New York
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 11:00 am-2:00 pm
(rain date May 2)
Put your skills to work in Chinatown, one of Manhattan’s most historic and visually rich neighborhoods. Practice the techniques you learned in Part 1 as you photograph vibrant streets, intricate signage, bustling markets, and iconic architecture. Use light, composition, and storytelling to capture the essence of this dynamic urban environment. Observe the vibrant culinary culture through the lens, focusing on colorful food displays and the character of restaurant exteriors. Your instructor will guide you, answer questions, and help refine your approach, ensuring you leave with a deeper understanding of travel photography and a collection of unique images.

Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Part 1: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography

Info: Part 1: The Fundamentals of Travel Photography. Live, fully interactive virtual learning.
Get ready before you even pack your bags. Learn how to research your destination, plan your shots, and master the essentials of gear and camera settings. Explore techniques for photographing architecture, cityscapes, landscapes, and even local details. Gain confidence in approaching people and capturing their stories, and discover how to use light—day or night—to tell a captivating visual narrative.


🕑: 11:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Part 2: Chinatown, New York

Info: Put your skills to work in Chinatown, one of Manhattan’s most historic and visually rich neighborhoods. Practice the techniques you learned in Part 1 as you photograph vibrant streets, intricate signage, bustling markets, and iconic architecture. Use light, composition, and storytelling to capture the essence of this dynamic urban environment. Observe the vibrant culinary culture through the lens, focusing on colorful food displays and the character of restaurant exteriors. Your instructor will guide you, answer questions, and help refine your approach, ensuring you leave with a deeper understanding of travel photography and a collection of unique images.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Chinatown, Chinatown, New York, United States

Tickets

USD 107.48 to USD 192.84

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