Hey Shutterbugs...whether you’re a seasoned lounge lizard or a curious barfly with a camera, join R. Christian Bruggeman for an electrifying evening of image-making in a real bar environment—complete with lasers, smoke, and creative techniques you won’t find in your average YouTube tutorial.

This hands-on class dives deep into the art of low-light and nightlife photography, giving you the tools to turn dim corners, neon haze, and fleeting moments into unforgettable visual stories. It’s part photo lab, part party—where atmosphere meets artistry, and where your only limit is your imagination (and maybe your ISO).

What You’ll Learn:

• How to master tricky lighting using ambient sources like neon signs and candlelight

• Working with smoke and lasers for stylized, cinematic effects

• Handheld low-light shooting techniques that keep your images sharp and moody

• Offbeat approaches to light and composition you won’t see in generic tutorials

• Balancing candid and staged shots in an active nightlife setting

• How to be both invisible and impactful as a photographer in a bar scene

What’s Included:

• On-location shoot in a fully staged bar setting at the Embassy Suites by Hilton

• Guided demos and one-on-one coaching from Christian

• Live models, atmospheric effects, and a lighting setup you won’t get anywhere else

• Open Q&A about gear, editing, and creative direction

• Plus, prizes given for the best shot of the night.  

Perfect For:
Photographers looking to escape the algorithm and dive into real visual storytelling. If you’re tired of cookie-cutter content and want to push your creativity in an unpredictable, energized setting—this is your night