Join Canon and Unique Photo Philly on May 4th for a Day of Creative Magic!

Ever wonder how to make your content stand out online? This hands-on workshop is your chance to learn how Canon Creator Teejay Hughes used creativity — not fancy gear or big spaces — to grow his presence on social media, and how you can do the same.

Teejay will walk you through several unique, scroll-stopping sets he’s personally designed to help unlock your creative eye. You’ll learn how to build striking backdrops with everyday materials, experiment with lighting, posing, and camera angles, and transform simple ideas into bold visual stories that shine online.
 

[1] Veiled in Light: This setup is all about softness, elegance, and tone. Our model will be directly under a diffused overhead light source with sheer fabric draping over it. The fabric will be matched with the model's outfit and backdrop to create a fully monochromatic look. Shoot dreamy, fashion-forward portraits and video clips with gorgeous overhead lighting, fabric movement, and a high-end editorial feel.

[2] Smoke and Mirrors: Creating practical special effects that aren't CGI. Using spotlights, we'll shine them directly at mirrors that well be placed off screen, using a fog machine, photographers will be able to see the beams of lights scattered across the photo surrounding a model with some dramatic makeup.

[3] Dinner is SERVE-ed: Forget food — she IS the centerpiece. This whimsical set is where fashion meets fantasy, placing the model at the heart of a dinner scene as the table itself. Styled like an upscale Parisian dinner party, this set blurs the line between fashion and décor, giving you the perfect setup for surreal, attention grabbing shots (and maybe a few gasps on the 'gram).

[4] La Dolce Vita: An ode to vintage glam and Philly’s own cobblestone streets. Inspired by Audrey Hepburn, Amalfi, and the golden age of travel, you'll drop into an Italian daydream with our model and a 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190SL — right on Strawberry Street.

[5] Self Portrait: This is your moment, framed your way. Simply insert your SD card, and we’ll have the Canon Camera Connect app ready for you to capture your own shot, solo. A rare chance to step in front of the lens — and still be the one calling the shots.

Teejay Hughes is a creator, photographer, and entrepreneur based in Miami, known for his vibrant content that inspires creativity. With over a decade of experience in digital advertising and marketing — from NYC ad agencies to helping establish TikTok’s inaugural marketing team — Teejay now runs his own creative agency, Creator Media Lab, and recently opened Loop Studios, a 3,000 sq. ft. production space designed for bold, creative experimentation.

Whether behind the camera or leading a team, Teejay brings a signature mix of warmth, positivity, and creative confidence. As a long-time Canon Creator, he encourages others to see photography as a playful, powerful form of storytelling. His self-taught style and dynamic, approachable teaching have made him a sought-after speaker and educator. His mission? Make creativity feel possible for everyone.

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Unique University® is the highly acclaimed education component of Unique Photo®, NJ’s only camera and video superstore. There is over 2000 sq. ft. of learning space, including our state-of-the art, 1000 sq. ft. main presentation hall. Unique University’s mission is to help our visitors “Create Better Pictures” by providing photography education for beginners to pros. With events daily, it is the place where photography groups such as local camera clubs, ASMP, PPA and others meet. We have a full curriculum of classes and seminars from world famous speakers such as Art Wolfe, Rick Sammon, Michael Yamashita, Tyler Stableford, Lindsay Adler, and Will Crockett. We offer photography experiences to such places as the Lakota Wolf Preserve, Wolf Conservation Center, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rutgers Football, Longwood Gardens, Festival of Ballooning, and much more. Our technical classes include such topics as basic digital photography, lighting techniques, Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, macro photography, composition, editing and printing, wedding photography, HDR photography, working with speedlights, how to use social media, digital organization, one-on-one instruction, and much, much more.

Where are classes held? 
Unless stated otherwise, most classes are held in the Unique University classroom within the Unique Photo Superstore (123 US Highway 46 West, Fairfield, NJ 07004). We also hold classes at our Philadelphia, PA location (28 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106). 

What should I bring to class? 
You're encouraged to bring your camera and a notebook and pen to most classes. Some classes will require additional equipment, so please check the class descriptions. 

Will lunch or refreshments be included? 
Lunch and refreshments are not provided for any classes under 6 hours unless noted. 

How do I register for a class? 
You can register online, in-store at the concierge, or by phone at either 973-377-6454 or 973-377-2007. Please note that you will need to provide payment information. 

Can I register at the door? 
For most classes, you're free to register at the concierge desk prior to the start of the class. Please note that there are some classes that offer "Early Bird Special" rates and others that have limited seating, so it would be in your best interest to register early for such classes. 

I wanted to register for ______ class, but it is now sold out. Is there a waiting list? 
Please contact us at 973-377-6454 or [email protected] with the following information: your name, phone number, email address, and the class name and date. 

My question has not been addressed here. Is there someone I can contact? 
Please contact us at 973-377-6454 or [email protected] with any additional inquiries.

Unique University Class Cancellation Policy
- Classes costing less than $99 may be canceled up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund. For classes costing $100 or more, advanced notice of seven days before the class is necessary for a full refund.
- Requests for cancellation made after these deadlines will be awarded store credit in the amount paid for registration towards a future Unique University seminar or workshop.
- Cancellations made within 24 hours of the beginning of a class will not be honored and no refund or credit will be given.
- Cancellations of any class utilizing models will be subject to a cancellation fee of 50% of the purchased price (up to $100).
- Cancellations of any class that includes an admission ticket (including, but not limited to: museums, gardens, shows, exhibits, and special events or locations) may be subject to forfeiture of the admission ticket fee.
** Attention American Express cardholders: If you cancel a registration for a class costing $100 or more, there will be a 3% cancellation fee deducted from your refund or store credit.