New York Institute of Photography

[Laurence]

I am interested in taking a class or two. Just not sure if I want to do something on-line or find a class in the Los Angeles Area.

[actionwoman]

I have the course but am stuck on the portrait unit (not my fave type of photography!). You get three years in which to finish the entire course. The feedback is the best part of the course - you receive a cassette tape from a photography professional who gives you constructive criticism on the photos you send in.

Compared to other courses I've taken (with live instructors), this isn't as effective for me. I think one needs to be extremely motivated to go out on their own. I enjoy hearing my classmates' opinions, one on one.

There is a MSN group of NYIP students though, so that's a way to interact with fellow students, I just do better in a live setting!

I wish they would use CDs instead of cassette tapes, but overall, the instructional material is pretty good, and like someone said, you'll get out of it what you put into it.

Hope this rambling message helps!

[ttrimm]

It is an at-home photography course. I have completed ONE lesson and even have it online. I also have the response from Jerry Rice (I think thats his name) who is one of their instructors. The fact that I haven't completed it yet is a reflection of me and my current state of mind and being. I hope to be in a 'better place' and able to continue on with the course once I have moved from this VERY tiny apartment.

Here is my page.
http://www.ttrimm.net/nyip/

[Tiberius]

While being taught by a teacher may be for some people, it is possible to learn most of the tecnical stuff by reading things on the net. Have a look at the tutorials in my signature for a bunch of them. As for the practical side of things, you just have to get out there and do it. being able to post your pictures on sites like this site will give you feedback and guide you to becoming a better photographer.

In short, a course may give you a whole lot of information quickly, but there's not really anything that you can't get by researching for yourself. Learning for yourself may take longer, but it is much cheaper, and you can learn at your own pace.