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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · 20h

Learn to photograph theater and dance for five weeks starting November 5th.
Probably the most fun class I teach.
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.

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Creating images for theatrical productions such as drama, musicals, opera and dance is the focus of this course. During the first five sessions students will photograph live performances and rehearsal...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · 12d

Learn how to run your photography business so that you *stay* in business. Spend the rest of your working life earning a living at what you love. Eight weeks on Zoom starting this Thursday, 10/9.

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Creating images for clients requires planning and expertise unrelated to your creative skills. This course will address how to approach and manage the activities necessary to execute projects for clie...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · 17d

Pricing, contracts, insurance, and copyright things you need to know about if you're going to take pictures for money. Learn about them and more Thursday evenings starting 10/9. Because knowing things is better...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · 21d

Learn the things about taking pictures for money that aren't about taking pictures. Thursday evenings for 8 weeks starting October 9th.

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Creating images for clients requires planning and expertise unrelated to your creative skills. This course will address how to approach and manage the activities necessary to execute projects for clie...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Sep 18

Just a couple days left to sign up for "Intro to Studio Lighting."
Work with models and professional lighting equipment to build skills and elevate your work.
Tuesday evenings starting next week, September 23rd.

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Working with professional models and equipment, this course will cover how to light people and still life across a range of themes. Each week a specific lighting style, and various ways to achieve it,...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Sep 11

I remember towering acts of courage.

Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Sep 8

This course is for folks wanting an intro or intermediate studio class with a lot of practice working with models and professional lighting gear.
Tuesday evenings starting September 23rd for 10 weeks.

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Aug 30

Get into the studio for a weekend and learn the basics of working with professional lighting equipment and models. September 6th and 7th from noon to 4:00.

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For anyone interested in learning the basics of a professional photography studio, this workshop offers hands-on engagement with standard lighting equipment, protocol and setup. Students will complete...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Jul 8

Starts next Wednesday, 7/16! Learn the things about photographing live music that elevate your photographs from good to awesome.

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Shooting various live musical performances and events on location is the focus of this course. Students will practice techniques and hone their skills through photographing musical artists. Pop music,...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Jul 3

One more course this summer...
Wednesday evenings starting July 16th.
Even if you don't take any pictures, worst case scenario is that you're at a concert.

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Shooting various live musical performances and events on location is the focus of this course. Students will practice techniques and hone their skills through photographing musical artists. Pop music,...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Jun 26

Another night in the salt mines...

Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Jun 25

Braving the night for work...

Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Jun 12

Enthusiasm is important and everyone should have it for whatever they do, but for owning what you do nothing beats expertise.
Take this class to level up and work your camera like a pro.
Monday evenings starting June 23.

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The ability to make compelling pictures on demand involves knowledge, experience and interest. Emphasizing image control and creation in-camera, this series of lectures and demonstrations imparts the ...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Jun 9

Learn the things about taking pictures for money that aren't about taking pictures.
Online at 6:30 PM for 8 weeks starting this Thursday.

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#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass #DoWhatYouLove @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social

Creating images for clients requires planning and expertise unrelated to your creative skills. This course will address how to approach and manage the activities necessary to execute projects for clie...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Jun 7

Learn to photograph live events like music, dance, theater, sports and active production locations.
Just a couple of days left to register!

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Students will photograph live performances, rehearsals, sporting events, parades, music, and other challenging subjects on location. Specialized techniques for creating photographs in extremely low li...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · May 28

Learn to photograph live events for five weeks on Wednesday evenings starting June 11th.
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.

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Students will photograph live performances, rehearsals, sporting events, parades, music, and other challenging subjects on location. Specialized techniques for creating photographs in extremely low li...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · May 26

Today we honor a debt to those who sacrificed everything without reservation or condition. They chose life and liberty for you and me over their own, without demand or judgement.
There might be greater love than to lay down your life for friends.
To do it for strangers.

Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · May 25

Jordi Savall at the 92nd Street Y, April 11, 2025.
©2025 Joseph Sinnott

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · May 25

Use the weekend wisely and sign up for class!

Intro to Studio Lighting is for folks wanting an intro or intermediate class working with models and pro lighting gear. Tuesday evenings starting June 10th.

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#photographyclass #studiolighting @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social

Working with professional models and equipment, this course will cover how to light people and still life across a range of themes. Each week a specific lighting style, and various ways to achieve it,...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · May 12

Start the summer right and sign up for ALL the photography classes! Studio, core technique, business, live events, in person and online...there's something for everyone. Boost your skills and have fun doing it!

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Mar 15

Just a couple more days left to sign up for Sports Photography! Learn to make better pictures of fast moving, unpredictable subjects in challenging lighting situations.

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Mar 5

Photograph the sportsballs and learn to make better pictures of fast moving and unpredictable subjects.
In addition to team sports we usually do things like fencing and boxing, too.

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Shooting a variety of sporting events on location is the focus of this course. We will meet at various venues to practice techniques and hone skills for photographing the incredibly unpredictable mome...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Feb 21

Pablo Ferrández, cello & Julio Elizalde, piano at the 92nd Street Y, 1/26/25.
©2025 Joseph Sinnott

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Feb 18

REGISTRATION EXTENDED! Now starts this Thursday, 2/20!
Learn the things about taking pictures for money that aren't about taking pictures.

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Creating images for clients requires planning and expertise unrelated to your creative skills. This course will address how to approach and manage the activities necessary to execute projects for clie...

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Joe Sinnott @crucibleofjoe.bsky.social · Feb 9

This class covers the business side of taking pictures professionally. Learn to retain clients, attract new ones, increase your income, and enhance your reputation.
Starts this Thursday, 2/13.

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Creating images for clients requires planning and expertise unrelated to your creative skills. This course will address how to approach and manage the activities necessary to execute projects for clie...

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