Digital Photography Certificate
Hands-on Training from Experts
NYC or Live Online
Studio Photography & Photo Retouching Courses in NYC
All sessions are full. Contact us to be added to the waiting list.
This class is not currently available. Our Photo Retouching Certificate covers photo retouching, editing, and management with Photoshop and Lightroom.
This certificate program will provide you with everything you need to know to become an expert studio photographer.
Start by creating professional photo shoots including setting up optimal lighting and camera equipment. In the first course of this program, you'll get hands-on practice taking astonishing photos using your camera's manual mode while controlling the shutter speed, aperture, and ISO to snap the perfect shot.
Learn how to use Photoshop to correct color, adjust contrast, retouch, and remove unwanted elements from your photos, and use Lightroom to manage your photos, as well as prepare photos for printing, slideshows, webpages, and social media.
Highly Reviewed by Our Alumni
From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and custom-crafted curriculum, we deliver results our alumni are proud of.
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Learn the concepts and skills covered in this program or your tuition is on us. See details and terms & conditions.
Hands-on training
Work on projects proven to boost retention
Time-tested curriculum
Refined over many cohorts for an optimal learning experience
The teaching method at Noble Desktop is perfect and the classes provide you with infinite knowledge that makes you eager to take everything they offer. I love Noble!
—Ivonne Ackerman
Learn from experts
Experienced educators who are driven to help you succeed
Retake for free
Refresh the materials for free within one year
Interactive Training
Learn in Real-Time with Small Class Sizes
Attend this certificate program in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects. Switch between live-online and in-person as needed, even after the course has started.
Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At Noble Desktop, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.
On Campus in NYC 185 Madison Ave, NYC
Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.
- Live, interactive class
- Experienced instructor in the room with you
- Computer and software provided
Live Online Remote, from anywhere
Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.
- Live, interactive class
- Experienced instructor teaching over Zoom
- Remote setup assistance provided
Earn a NY State-Licensed Certificate
Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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Free Retake & Class Recordings
Missed a session or need a refresher? We have you covered!
Free Retake
We offer a single free retake of the any module or the whole program within a year.
Class Recordings
You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?
Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.
Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?
This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.
Can I take this course online (remote learning)?
You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).
How does attending “live online” work?
- Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
- Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
- For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
- Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
- You will need your own computer and copy of any required software. If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com
What happens if I need to miss a session?
You have some options:
- You can watch a recording of the session. We will provide any course materials.
- If you can’t come into the classroom but can still attend remotely, we will provide you with the Zoom login information.
- You can use your free retake to make up any missed class time.
