What we’re about
A COMMUNITY FOR ARTISTIC AND CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY.
Welcome New York to The Art of Photography! Our purpose is to spark creativity, open new doors, incite discussion and learn from each other in a positive and sharing environment. The basis of which is to facilitate the merging of the principles of art and graphic design with excellent camera craft. To take each one of us, no matter what level of experience, to places, levels and worlds that are out of our comfort zone. To grow, to see, to inspire unique visions. Our review/discussion programs, our photo shoots and educational sessions are free. Your submissions for discussion are for you to choose without regard to theme or genre.
The Art of Photography began as a museum art school program in 2002 and has expanded to over 18,000 members worldwide. So many of whom have grown into exceptional photographers that are hugely represented in international award shows. New York, we are truly excited for your participation and look forward to your development as Artistic and Creative Photographers. Be on the lookout for some very exciting photo shoots and presentations that will be posted on an on-going basis. Also join our International Site to check out over 300 photo albums created by our members. Thank you for your interest and good shooting.
Jack Wild, Founder MFA/MS Photography
Peter Barnick, Network Organizer
Doug Caroli, NYC Organizer
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🔴 TAOP NYC Photo Albums
Upcoming events
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Leica Gallery NYC-"Within One Breath" Matt Draper Exhibit (Nov 6 - Jan 11, 2026)
Leica Store & Gallery, 406 W 13th st, New York City, NY, USHello Fellow NYC TAOP Members
Leica Gallery New York invites guests to a singular experience of Matt Draper's Within One Breath. At the close of the exhibition, on January 8 at 6:30 PM, the gallery will present an intimate artist walk-through and champagne toast. Guests will join Matt Draper and Leica Gallery Director Michael Foley for a guided tour through the exhibition, gaining insight into the process, storytelling, and selection of the works on view.
The exhibition showcases Draper’s evocative underwater photography. A body of work created entirely on a single breath while freediving under natural light.
With his signature monochrome imagery, Draper captures the profound presence of marine life, revealing moments that transcend the boundary between human and animal. His photographs merge realms, evoking emotion, movement, and an intimate understanding of life beneath the surface.
Link for Tickets: Matt Draper: Within One Breath - Artist Walk-Through & Champagne Toast Tickets, Thu, Jan 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM | Eventbrite
Meeting Location
Location: Leica Gallery is located at 406 W 13th Street, New York, NY
Dates: The exhibit runs from Nov 6, 2025, through Jan 11, 2026.
Please Note: We will not be meeting as a group for this event.14 attendees
Join Us on Our Wollman Rink Photo Shoot (Sat, Jan 17, 2026 @ 11:00 am)
Wollman Rink, 830 5th Ave, New York, NY, USWollman Rink in Central Park transforms into a magical winter photography hotspot during its seasonal ice-skating events, offering dynamic photo opportunities amid twinkling lights, festive crowds, and crisp January backdrops.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
Technique Focus: Winter Minimalism & Monochrome Portraiture
- Capture the serenity of snow-draped landscapes, experiment with black-and-white for stark contrasts, and seek out quiet, deserted spots for minimalist compositions.
- Capture the joyful energy of skaters gliding under holiday garlands and the Manhattan skyline, using techniques like slow shutter speeds (1/30s to 1/8s) for motion blur trails that evoke movement and romance.
- Wide-angle lenses (16-35mm) to frame intimate couples against the vast rink and Bethesda Terrace in the distance.
- Experiment with bokeh from string lights via f/1.8 apertures for dreamy portraits.
- These are just suggestions but use whatever equipment you may have or even an iPhone.
Article & Video to Review Before the Photo Shoot
- Article: An Overview of Black & White
- Monochrome Tips: Bing Videos
Meeting Location/Event Hosts
Your hosts will be Doug and David. We will meet at the Wollman Cafe at 11:00 am.
Post-Event
For those of you who would like to join us afterwards, at approximately 12:45 pm we will meet back at the Wollman Cafe for a drink and/or something to eat. We welcome everyone to join us and share what you've captured and your experience.
PHOTO CHALLENGE
Once this Meetup event ends, we will create an album on the Photos page. Please post up to five (5) of your best photographs from the event before 7 PM (ET) on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Eligible photos:
- Must be taken on Saturday, January 17th.
- Must be posted before the deadline
- Must have a title
- Must NOT be sexually explicit or suggestive
This album will be reviewed. The winning image will become the permanent album cover of the event. The name of the winning photographer will appear in the album title.
We welcome your participation and look forward to meeting you at 11:00 am.35 attendees- Network event
•Online🌐 Presenting 2/25 at 7 pm: iPhoneography by Elise S, Arnold P and Gary L
Online53 attendees from 6 groups“What the ‘I’ Sees”: An iPhoneography Presentation
In this presentation Elise Schreiber, Arnold Plotnick and Gary Levy
will share how their “i” sees: from journalistic street moments to lyrical, interpretive imagery and beyond, highlighting the surprising power of the phone we carry every day.
iPhoneography—a word born with the release of the first iPhone in 2007—has evolved into an entire creative discipline. What began with a simple 2-megapixel camera has grown into a remarkably powerful tool: high dynamic range, multiple lenses, panorama and macro capabilities, and an ever-expanding universe of editing apps right at your fingertips. Traveling light with an iPhone lets photographers act instantly, remain unobtrusive, and experiment freely with angles, close-ups, long exposures, and low-light scenes—opening creative doors that bulky gear sometimes can’t.
Elise Schreiber
Elise Schreiber is a British retired interior designer now residing in Tampa, FL whose photographs have been exhibited at the Laurie Tennent Studio in Michigan and the Henri Vincenot Public Library in Venarey-Les Laumes, France. Her work is often inspired by light, atmosphere, and the fleeting, impressionistic scenes she encounters.
Arnold Plotnick
Arnold Plotnick is a New York–based street and travel photographer and a longtime organizer in The Art of Photography NYC. Known for his keen eye, inventive approach, and wry sense of humor, his images have been featured in Black & White Magazine, KLICK: The Magazine for Street Photographers, and Mobiography Magazine. His ongoing visual storytelling appears on his blog, The Everyday Frame (theeverydayframeblog.com).
Gary Levy
Gary Levy resides in Margate, NJ.Gary won a “Best of Show” award in Ocean City Art Center’s 2019 Annual Photo Contest, and a 2020 month-long solo photo show there. He’s had images published in Black & White Magazine, plus a “Spotlight Award.” He’s received recognition in the International Color, and Black & White Spider Awards. Eight of Gary’s photos are permanently on display in the Margate City, NJ Public Library.16 attendees from this group
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