Joe Sinnott
@crucibleofjoe.bsky.social
Photographer and photography educator who doesn't suck.
Learn how to run your photography business so that you *stay* in business and earn a living at what you love. Pricing, contracts, insurance, copyright, and client relations are some of the topics we'll cover starting 2/12.
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February 8, 2026 at 10:44 PM
Learn how to run your photography business so that you *stay* in business and earn a living at what you love. Pricing, contracts, insurance, copyright, and client relations are some of the topics we'll cover starting 2/12.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Learn the things about taking pictures for money that aren't about taking pictures.
Online at 6:30 PM for 8 weeks starting Thursday, February 12th.
Copy and paste or use the link in my bio:
sva.edu/academics/co...
#professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Online at 6:30 PM for 8 weeks starting Thursday, February 12th.
Copy and paste or use the link in my bio:
sva.edu/academics/co...
#professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Business of Photography | Feb 12 - Apr 16, 2026 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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...
sva.edu
February 2, 2026 at 8:42 PM
Learn the things about taking pictures for money that aren't about taking pictures.
Online at 6:30 PM for 8 weeks starting Thursday, February 12th.
Copy and paste or use the link in my bio:
sva.edu/academics/co...
#professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Online at 6:30 PM for 8 weeks starting Thursday, February 12th.
Copy and paste or use the link in my bio:
sva.edu/academics/co...
#professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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 2/9.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Take this class to level up and work your camera like a pro.
Monday evenings starting 2/9.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Photo Techniques | Feb 9 - Apr 6, 2026 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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 ...
sva.edu
January 31, 2026 at 12:43 AM
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 2/9.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Take this class to level up and work your camera like a pro.
Monday evenings starting 2/9.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Probably the most fun class I teach. Learn to photograph live events for five weeks on Wednesday evenings starting February 4th.
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Location and Event Photography | Feb 4 - Mar 11, 2026 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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...
sva.edu
January 22, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Probably the most fun class I teach. Learn to photograph live events for five weeks on Wednesday evenings starting February 4th.
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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 February 3rd for 10 weeks.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #studiolighting @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Tuesday evenings starting February 3rd for 10 weeks.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #studiolighting @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Introduction To Studio Lighting | Feb 3 - Apr 14, 2026 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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,...
sva.edu
January 20, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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 February 3rd for 10 weeks.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #studiolighting @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Tuesday evenings starting February 3rd for 10 weeks.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #studiolighting @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Start the New Year right and sign up for ALL the photography classes! Studio, core technique, business, live events, in person and online...there's something for everyone.
tinyurl.com/SVASpring2026
#photographycourse #professionalphotographyclass #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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#photographycourse #professionalphotographyclass #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
School of Visual Arts | Art College in New York City | BFA, MFA, MA, MPS and Continuing Education
A multidisciplinary art and design institution known for its unparalleled faculty and innovative curriculum. Offering BFA, MFA, MA, MAT and MPS degrees.
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January 18, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Start the New Year right and sign up for ALL the photography classes! Studio, core technique, business, live events, in person and online...there's something for everyone.
tinyurl.com/SVASpring2026
#photographycourse #professionalphotographyclass #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
tinyurl.com/SVASpring2026
#photographycourse #professionalphotographyclass #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
"Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas." ~Calvin Coolidge
December 25, 2025 at 3:53 PM
"Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas." ~Calvin Coolidge
Classes start in February, but presents are much sooner. Give the gift of knowing stuff. Fits in a stocking, easy to wrap, and never gets forgotten in the back of a drawer.
tinyurl.com/SVASpring2026
#photographyclass #photographycourse #photography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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#photographyclass #photographycourse #photography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
December 12, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Classes start in February, but presents are much sooner. Give the gift of knowing stuff. Fits in a stocking, easy to wrap, and never gets forgotten in the back of a drawer.
tinyurl.com/SVASpring2026
#photographyclass #photographycourse #photography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
tinyurl.com/SVASpring2026
#photographyclass #photographycourse #photography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Starts this Wednesday! Spend five weeks photographing live theater and dance. Learn how to make great pictures in some of the most challenging situations.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
November 2, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Starts this Wednesday! Spend five weeks photographing live theater and dance. Learn how to make great pictures in some of the most challenging situations.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Just a few more days to sign up! Learn how to make great photographs in the most challenging situations.
Wednesday evenings for five weeks starting 11/5.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Wednesday evenings for five weeks starting 11/5.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
October 27, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Just a few more days to sign up! Learn how to make great photographs in the most challenging situations.
Wednesday evenings for five weeks starting 11/5.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Wednesday evenings for five weeks starting 11/5.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Probably the most fun class I teach.
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Theater, Dance, Musicals | Nov 5 - Dec 10, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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...
sva.edu
October 18, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Probably the most fun class I teach.
Worst case scenario?
You get to see a show.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #performancephotography #theaterphotography #dancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Business of Photography | Oct 9 - Dec 4, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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...
sva.edu
October 6, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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...
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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#businessofphotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
October 1, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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...
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Learn the things about taking pictures for money that aren't about taking pictures. Thursday evenings for 8 weeks starting October 9th.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Business of Photography | Oct 9 - Dec 4, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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...
sva.edu
September 27, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Learn the things about taking pictures for money that aren't about taking pictures. Thursday evenings for 8 weeks starting October 9th.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Work with models and professional lighting equipment to build skills and elevate your work.
Tuesday evenings starting next week, September 23rd.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Introduction To Studio Lighting | Sep 23 - Nov 25, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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,...
sva.edu
September 18, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Work with models and professional lighting equipment to build skills and elevate your work.
Tuesday evenings starting next week, September 23rd.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
I remember towering acts of courage.
September 11, 2025 at 4:36 AM
I remember towering acts of courage.
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Tuesday evenings starting September 23rd for 10 weeks.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu
September 8, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Tuesday evenings starting September 23rd for 10 weeks.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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.
tinyurl.com/Fall-PHC2357
@schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social #photographyclass
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@schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social #photographyclass
Fundamentals of Studio Lighting: Weekend Workshop | September 6 - 7, 2025 | 12:00-4:00 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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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August 30, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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.
tinyurl.com/Fall-PHC2357
@schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social #photographyclass
tinyurl.com/Fall-PHC2357
@schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social #photographyclass
Starts next Wednesday, 7/16! Learn the things about photographing live music that elevate your photographs from good to awesome.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Music Photography | Jul 16 - Aug 13, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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,...
sva.edu
July 8, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Starts next Wednesday, 7/16! Learn the things about photographing live music that elevate your photographs from good to awesome.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
sva.edu/academics/co...
#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Wednesday evenings starting July 16th.
Even if you don't take any pictures, worst case scenario is that you're at a concert.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Music Photography | Jul 16 - Aug 13, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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,...
sva.edu
July 3, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Wednesday evenings starting July 16th.
Even if you don't take any pictures, worst case scenario is that you're at a concert.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#eventphotography #photographyclass #musicphotgraphy @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Another night in the salt mines...
June 26, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Another night in the salt mines...
Braving the night for work...
June 25, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Braving the night for work...
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Take this class to level up and work your camera like a pro.
Monday evenings starting June 23.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Photo Techniques | Jun 23 - Aug 11, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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 ...
sva.edu
June 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Take this class to level up and work your camera like a pro.
Monday evenings starting June 23.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass #DoWhatYouLove @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Online at 6:30 PM for 8 weeks starting this Thursday.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass #DoWhatYouLove @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Business of Photography | Jun 12 - Aug 14, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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...
sva.edu
June 9, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass #DoWhatYouLove @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Online at 6:30 PM for 8 weeks starting this Thursday.
sva.edu/academics/co...
#businessofphotography #professionalphotography #photographyclass #DoWhatYouLove @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Learn to photograph live events like music, dance, theater, sports and active production locations.
Just a couple of days left to register!
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Just a couple of days left to register!
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Location and Event Photography | Jun 11 - Jul 9, 2025 | 6:30-9:30 PM | Continuing Education | School of Visual Arts | SVA NYC
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...
sva.edu
June 7, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Learn to photograph live events like music, dance, theater, sports and active production locations.
Just a couple of days left to register!
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social
Just a couple of days left to register!
sva.edu/academics/co...
#photographyclass #eventphotography #performancephotography @schoolofvisualarts.bsky.social