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Portraits at the Oculus with Critical Mask

Join Susan at the Oculus with Critical Mask for sunset into blue hour.and learn how to transform darkness into bold, cinematic portraits using light painting.

Renowned for his meticulously handcrafted costumes that blend steampunk, science fiction, and fantasy, Critical Mask doesn’t simply wear a character, he becomes one. His creations transform ordinary locations into cinematic worlds filled with mystery, adventure, and storytelling.

As the sun sets and the city transitions into blue hour, we’ll use the dramatic curves, light, and scale of the Oculus to create striking portraits that feel as though they belong on the cover of a graphic novel or in a science fiction film.

This immersive photography experience is designed for photographers of all skill levels who want to strengthen their portraiture, composition, visual storytelling, and creative eye while working with an extraordinary subject in one of New York City’s most iconic architectural spaces. Learn:

  • Cinematic Composition and Visual Storytelling

  • Creative Shutter Drag and Motion Techniques

  • Environmental Portraiture with Character-Based Subjects

  • Using Architecture to Strengthen Your Images

  • Creating Mood and Atmosphere During Blue Hour

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Sunset & Stars

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Dumbo Sunset & Long Exposures