Photography and Poetry have long been linked. While they are quite distinct art forms, there is a lot to be learned from the traditions of poetry that can help us in our photographic work. In this workshop, we will look at how we can borrow poetic devices such as metaphor, parallelism and symbolism to create a visual language.
Shooting with Intention with Aline Smithson (Online Learning – Six Sessions)
This workshop will inspire participants to reconsider how they make work, how they interpret their lives and their world, and by bringing depth and meaning to their efforts. Designed for all levels of fine art photographers.
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Portfolio Development Workshop with Susan Burnstine (Online Learning – Six Months)
This six-month workshop is tailored for fine art photographers seeking to develop a standout portfolio that resonates with their unique sensibilities and target audiences, including gallerists and curators. Through a combination of monthly critiques, editing sessions, and in-depth discussions on branding and presentation, participants will gain valuable skills in articulating their vision and refining their work in a supportive group environment, ultimately culminating in a cohesive and impressive portfolio.
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Member Mixer with the Griffin Museum
Join us for a special mixer on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025, 6-8pm at LACP Headquarters.
Basic Photography with Joaquin Palting (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this beginning workshop, students will learn all the controls and functions on their digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) or mirrorless cameras, basic camera operation (including f-stop, shutter speed and ISO), fundamental concepts of photography, and how to control the photograph's final look.
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Basic Photography with Peter Bennett (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this beginning workshop, students will learn all the controls and functions on their digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) or mirrorless cameras, basic camera operation (including f-stop, shutter speed and ISO), fundamental concepts of photography, and how to control the photograph's final look.
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In an age of fast scrolling and fleeting moments, this intensive weekend workshop invites photographers to slow down—and look deeper. Led by acclaimed documentary photographer Jane Evelyn Atwood, this in-person experience focuses on cultivating attention, presence, and meaning in visual storytelling.
Group Interview for Work-Study Candidates (Online Meeting)
The Los Angeles Center of Photography (LACP) will be holding a group interview for work-study candidates on Wednesday, October 22, 6-7 pm PST via Zoom online. RSVP online.
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Lost and Found: Open Call – RSVP, In-Person Exhibition Opening Reception
Join us for the opening reception of Lost and Found: Open Call on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, 4-6pm at LACP Headquarters.
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Funding the Publication of Your Photobook with Mary Virginia Swanson (Webinar)
Learn what it really takes to fund and publish a photobook, from production costs to distribution realities. In this session, Mary Virginia Swanson shares practical strategies for sponsorship, insights on photobook competitions, and honest advice on crowdfunding, empowering artists at any stage of their project.
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