A space for learning, creating, and connecting through photography
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Realtime, live, and interactive small‑group photography classes, with students participating from around the world.
featured programs

The Synthetic Eye: Photography Transformed in the Age of AI
a “What Moves You?” photo talk with Fred Ritchin and Brian Palmer
Mon, March 24 at 12pm (ET)
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a “What Moves You?” photo talk with Fred Ritchin and Brian Palmer
Mon, March 24 at 12pm (ET)
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The Photobook Show with Stefan Frank is a series of free talks that looks at recent (and not-so-recent) photobooks and how they advance the medium. [more info]

Subscribe to StrudelmediaLive’s YouTube channel for recordings of photo talks, books and zines by our students, and more!
coming soon
Photo Classes
Creative Color Photography: Techniques, Exercises, and Approaches
6 Wednesdays start Jul 16, 2025
New Section: Starts July 22
Summer Nights, through a Lens
Only 2 spots left
5 Tuesdays start Jul 22, 2025
What Makes a Photograph “Documentary”?
4 Tuesdays start Jul 29, 2025
Mini-Workshop
Photoshop: Seven Favorite Features to Add to Your Workflow
Thursday, Aug 7, 2025 at 1–2pm (ET)
Mini-Workshop
Understanding Histograms and How They Can Help You Make Better Images
Wednesday, Aug 13, 2025 at 12–1pm (ET)
What our students say about our teachers
Allen Frame is a treasure — intelligent, deep, perceptive. We’re fortunate that he is on your faculty.
—Lisa D. (Brooklyn)
I have taken photography classes at most of the renowned schools and organizations in the US, but none are better than those taught by Kai McBride of StrudelmediaLive. He is an incredibly intelligent and gifted educator who goes out of his way to make every class a memorable experience filled with ‘aha’ moments. Kai has talent galore. Don’t miss his courses!
—Patricia (Bronx, NY)
Thanks for a really helpful class! I enjoyed each session — well designed, with the right amount of photo critique and theory — and I feel much more comfortable handling my camera now. You offered great atmosphere in the sessions and provided really useful feedback and practical tips. Crucial for myself: Photography is getting closer and closer to my heart and I'm eager to keep my photography practice going and keep shooting almost daily to improve – and to find my voice as a photographer. Thank you for helping me taking these next steps! Hope we see each other in future classes!
—Stefan (Vienna)
I loved Kat’s class on photography as a pilgrimage. This is one of the most thoughtfully planned and presented classes I’ve ever taken. Kat brings a rich depth of materials, unique assignments, and thoughtful discussions to the classroom, and is exceptional at making conceptual ideas tangible. Kat is a fantastic teacher. She is thoughtful, articulate and poetic. I’ll take anything she teaches.
—Melissa (Chicago)