Capture the Feeling: Phone Photography in Nature – Level 2

For those who already feel comfortable taking and editing photos on their phone, this next-level workshop, led by renowned photographer Baqi Kopelman, offers a deeper, more creative experience. Whether you’ve taken Baqi’s introductory session or have developed your skills independently, this class is designed to help you refine your eye, expand your technical choices, and connect more intentionally with the images you create.

Together, we’ll explore how to shape an image before the shutter clicks: how light, distance, and lens choice shift the story you’re telling. We’ll study the emotional weight of composition, how to sense when an image wants to be wide or intimate, quiet or bold. Most importantly, we’ll focus on how to translate what moved you in the moment into a photograph that holds that feeling.

You’ll also learn nuanced editing techniques that enhance rather than overpower—tools to bring your creative vision into sharp, expressive focus. This is photography as a form of attention, connection, and craft.

WHERE
Meet at the Arrival Garden

WHEN
July 30, 10:30 – 12:30 PM

COST
$35 Members
$70 Non-members (includes the price of admission)

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Baqi Kopelman: Photographer, Filmmaker, Storyteller

Baqi Kopelman began his journey in photography in the 1980s, mastering a wide range of techniques from pinhole cameras to the latest digital technologies. With a career spanning decades and disciplines, he has worked in motion picture photography in Hollywood and excelled in still photography. Baqi has collaborated with renowned creatives such as Peter Arnell, Herb Ritts, and David LaChapelle, with his work showcased across mediums—from the silver screen and television to billboards, print, and prestigious magazines.

Baqi’s diverse portfolio includes architectural, nature, portrait, documentary, commercial, product, and aerial photography. His artistry has achieved iconic status, including a memorable feature in Times Square, where his work was displayed 10 stories tall. Recognized in The New York Times and Forbes, Baqi’s contributions to photography reflect his dedication to the craft and his ability to connect with diverse audiences through his work.

In his workshops, Baqi brings a deep passion for creative storytelling and the art of image-making. His approach emphasizes the subjective essence of photography, particularly when exploring the natural world, inspiring participants to translate their unique perspectives into compelling visual art.