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PROGRAMS
Learn the art of Darkroom + Digital Photography at First Exposures! Join First Exposures for our free photography programs, combining the power of photography with the power of supportive mentors. We believe in access for all people - all First Exposures youth programs are free.
Mentees
Become a mentee
If you are 11 to 18 years old and have an interest in learning photography with the help of a mentor. Flex your creativity with the help of a mentor!
mentors
Become a mentor
If over 21 years old with skills in digital or darkroom photography and want to positively impact a young person's life!
Fall PHOTOGRAPHY MENTORING PROGRAM - Mentee Application
SEPTEMBER — DECEMBER
A 6-week course with youth ages 11-18 learn film photography once a week with the support of Teaching Artists and a group of mentors in a collaborative and creative environment.
Our fall program is an excellent opportunity for you to learn photography, build friendships, and have fun!
Fall Photography MENTORING PROGRAM - Mentor Application
SEPTEMBER — DECEMBER
With your help, we will teach mentees how to make incredible images, compose and light photos, all while getting to spend time with creative, fun, and supportive people of all ages.
All of our classes will be taught by instructors, using digital or film cameras, darkroom or photo editing software, and creativity as our tools.
YOUNG ARTISTs in RESIDENCY
MARCH - SEPTEMBER
If you are a young emerging artist, age 18-24, who wants to dive deeper into photography, apply to be in our Young Artists in Residency program! Over 6 months, 5-8 experienced photographers develop a photo-based project culminating in a group exhibition.
THANK YOU
First Exposures’ programming is supported by the following partners
