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Lights, Camera, Action: NJ's Largest Photography Event Comes to Unique Photo Dec. 9 - Dec. 11

Consumer Photography Show Offers Exciting Photo Shoots, Free Classes, Entertainment, and Demo of Latest Cameras Just in Time for Holidays

Learn how to take better pictures this holiday season and shop for some of the hottest new cameras and accessories at Unique Photo’s New Jersey Camera Show from December 9 – December 11. The three-day photography extravaganza will provide photo enthusiasts from beginners to professionals with the opportunity to take free photography classes and participate in exciting photo shoots at Unique Photo’s flagship store located on Route 46 in Fairfield.

Unique Photo, the largest camera store in the state, will transform its 50,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art superstore into the free public event. Some of the show’s top attractions will include the artistry of Cirque Du Soleil-style performers and professional models who can be photographed during the event. Food trucks, raffles and giveaways will add to the festivities.

Attendees can sample and purchase the latest products at the lowest prices of the year through “show-only” sales from more than 40 of the industry’s leading manufacturers. Forty free classes from basic level to advanced--and every level in between--will be taught by renowned photographers and industry professionals. Classes range from camera basics and black and white imagery to landscape, portraiture, fashion, action photography, lighting, post-production photoshop and much more.

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“This will be our most exciting camera show yet, and just in time for the holidays when people are taking so many pictures and looking for the perfect gifts,” said Unique Photo President Alexander Sweetwood. “Show-stopping entertainment will add special visual elements to the show, whether people want to photograph the performers or just enjoy watching them. There’s something for everyone this year.”

Manufacturers scheduled to attend include Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Sony, Panasonic, Leica, Lexar and Fujifilm. Attendees will have the opportunity to trade in their old camera gear, enjoy discounted sensor cleanings, and have the chance to win prizes throughout the three days of the show.

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Unique Photo will also be unveiling their newly-renovated photo lab where customers can easily create custom photo albums, holiday cards, gift items and keepsakes in a modernized, comfortable environment.

Unique Photo’s New Jersey Camera Show evolves and grows every year with over 4,000 people attending last year. This year is expected to attract more photo enthusiasts for its new opportunities to take classes taught by industry luminaries such as National Geographic and Pulitzer-Prize winning photographer Jay Dickman, along with Lindsay Adler, Hanson Fong and Ben Lowy.

All are invited to attend the event and admission is free. To learn more or to register for a three-day pass, visit: www.uniquephoto.com/njcamerashow. Space is limited for all classes so pre-registration is encouraged.

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