Teen Academy - Photo l in Digital: Street Photography [In-Person]

Street photography ranges in style from candid imagery to orchestrated portraiture. In this course designed for teens of all levels, students will learn the basics of digital imagemaking while photographing what inspires them on the streets around ICP, in their neighborhoods, and the city at large. Inspired by ICP's fall exhibitions, students will learn about the history and evolution of street photography, exploring the images and approaches of the exhibiting photographers from around the world. Students will learn practical issues about photographing in public including how to gain trust and access needed to photograph people and places in and around New York City. The curriculum includes: digital lab time, visual presentations, photographic and writing assignments, discussion, critiques, a guest artist visit and a field trip. The course culminates in a final presentation for family and friends.

Need-based scholarships are available for all Teen Academy classes. To apply, please visit: https://www.icp.org/content/teen-academy-registration..

Course Level/Prerequisite: Open to all skill levels. No prior photography experience is needed for these foundation courses.

Note: This class will be held in-person. Students will need access to a smartphone, DSLR or mirrorless camera, or a digital point and shoot camera in order to complete assignments. If they do not have their own device, there are a limited number of DSLR cameras that can be signed out from ICP. Please reach out to Teen Academy staff at [email protected] after registering if you would like to sign out a camera for the duration of the course.

Program Description: ICP’s Teen Academy welcomes teenagers ages 14–19 from across the country and around the world to develop their skills as visual storytellers in a range of online and in-person courses. The program is designed to cultivate visual literacy, personal vision, and leadership skills through classes focused on the techniques and history of photography and visual culture. All curricula include: photographic and writing assignments, open lab time, visual presentations, discussions, critiques, field trips, guest artist visits, and a culminating presentation for family and friends celebrating the students’ achievements.

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