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Visitors look at photographs at the Colorado Photographic Arts Center

VISIT US

1070 Bannock Street
Denver, CO 80204
303 837 1341

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HOURS

Tuesday – Friday: 11am – 5pm
Saturday: Noon – 4pm
(class times vary)

No matter where you are in your photographic journ

No matter where you are in your photographic journey, CPAC welcomes you and invites you to join us today!⁠
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Being a CPAC Member comes with many benefits and opportunities to share your work, such as applying for our Annual Members' Show or being a featured member on our website and social media channels.⁠
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Membership benefits include discounts for CPAC workshops and lab rentals, Denver Pro Photo and Denver Digital Imaging Center, and reduced entry fees to juried shows.⁠
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As a reminder, our 2023 Members' Show is currently open for entries! The deadline is April 7th, so become a member today and be considered for this show, which will be displayed in our new space at 1200 Lincoln Street.⁠
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To apply, click on Call for Entry Opportunities under the Exhibitions tab by using the link in our bio. ⁠
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Image credit (in order): "Miles Apart," "The Thinker 2022," "Table for One" by @jeff_tidwell_street, current Featured Member

Our next Free Day? Every day! ⁠ ⁠ At CPAC we'r

Our next Free Day? Every day! ⁠
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At CPAC we're dedicated exclusively to the art of photography and actively work to make the medium accessible to a diverse community, from creation to appreciation.⁠ ⁠
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Here you can explore our gallery without worrying about admission fees, as we are free and open to the public every Tuesday-Saturday. ⁠
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We also offer resources, including a darkroom, digital lab, and photobook library, which are currently closed but will be open again after we relocate to our new space at 1200 Lincoln Street.⁠
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Additionally, we have a permanent collection of over 800 fine art prints which produced our current exhibit, Looking Back, Moving Forward: Permanent Collection Highlights. Pictured is the opening reception for the exhibit, an event that was also free and open to the public. ⁠
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Learn more about our hours or the exhibit by visiting our website, accessible through the link in our bio. ⁠
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Image credit: Looking Back, Moving Forward Opening Reception, ©From The Hip Photo ⁠
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#cpacphoto #lookingbackmovingforward #freeday #openingreception #photocollection #photoexhibit

Check out the variety of summer workshops we have

Check out the variety of summer workshops we have designed exclusively for teens interested in learning more about photography, all led by exceptional and knowledgeable instructors! ⁠
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From May to July, teenagers (ages 11-17) can participate in courses focusing on digital photography basics, using smartphones for capturing street scenes and portraits, cyanotypes, and more. ⁠
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Our workshops range from just 2-days to week-long courses, each lasting several hours and providing valuable instruction to encourage aspiring photographers to grow their practice. ⁠
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Some of the courses require access to a digital SLR camera. Loaner equipment is available through CPAC on request. ⁠
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To learn more about the workshops or to register, please visit our website by using the link in our bio. ⁠
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Images courtesy of @shanacruzthompson ⁠
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#cpacphoto #streetphotography #summerteenworkshop #photoworkshop #artforteens

Join us tonight for the one-night-only 2023 @mopde

Join us tonight for the one-night-only 2023 @mopdenver portfolio walk! ⁠
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Here you will have the opportunity to socialize with artists, festival VIPs, and photo enthusiasts while viewing images from over 70 artists participating in the Month of Photography Portfolio Reviews. ⁠
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This event is free and open to the public. It is the perfect chance for art collectors or those looking to expand their collection of original works of art by interacting with local and national artists. ⁠
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RSVPs are not required but appreciated on Eventbrite. ⁠
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WHEN | Friday, March 17 5:30-8 PM ⁠
WHERE | Studio Loft at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House ⁠
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For more information or to RSVP, visit the MOP Event Calendar (accessible through the link in our bio) and search Portfolio Walk. ⁠
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Image credit: 2019 MOP Portfolio Walk by From The Hip Photo (@fromthehipphoto) ⁠
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#cpacphoto #mopdenver #portfoliowalk #photofestival #celebratephotography

Interested in learning how to make a photo zine? ⁠
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Next month's PhotoVox is all about photo zines – how to get started and use them to further your art practice. Hear from Jeff Phillips (@jeffphillips) a photographic artist living and working in Chicago interested in non-traditional ways of presenting photography, such as zines, photographic projection, and immersive installations. ⁠
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During this presentation, Jeff will review some of the exciting ways a zine can ignite new creative expression. He will also share the fundamental making process and some free resources to help you make your first zine. ⁠
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WHEN | Wednesday, April 12 at 6:30 PM (MST)⁠
WHERE | Online (via Zoom)⁠
COST | Free for CPAC Members, $10 for Non-Members ⁠
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To register or to learn more, visit our website by using the link in our bio. ⁠
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Image courtesy of Jeff Phillips ⁠
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#cpacphoto #photovox #photoseminar #photozines #virtualarteducation

@apa_la presents their annual curated photo compet

@apa_la presents their annual curated photo competition, OFF THE CLOCK. Darius Himes (@dariushimes), International Head of Photographs at Christie's, will curate this year's competition, selecting his top one hundred images from all submissions.⁠
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Selected images will be shown in a catalog mailed to winners and key influencers in the advertising, corporate, and fine art sectors. Artists will gain further exposure through APA LA's online gallery and features. ⁠
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The three Best In Show winners will be featured on the APA LA website and catalog. They will receive a matted and framed print of their winning image and a twenty-minute portfolio review session at APA LA's virtual Fall Portfolio Review. ⁠
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OFF THE CLOCK has no categories, image series, or creation date restrictions. They only ask that your submitted work be strong, original, creative, and genuinely personal. ⁠
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Entry fees: $20 per image for APA Members and $40 per image for Non-Members ⁠
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Deadline for entries is March 31, 2023. ⁠
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For more information or to apply, please visit the APA LA website.⁠
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Image credit: ©Markku Lahdesmaki (@markkulahdesmaki)⁠
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#cpacphoto #callforentry #offtheclock2023 #americanphotographicartists #photocontest

"It was tough to select only 45 prints – there a

"It was tough to select only 45 prints – there are so many gems!" Samantha Johnston tells Megan Ross as they discuss Looking Back, Moving Forward: Permanent Collection Highlights. ⁠
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On the challenges of curating this show, Johnston says, "I spent weeks going through every item by hand, reading historical documentation, and making lists. My goal was to combine pivotal works from the 20th century with national and regional works that demonstrate the breadth of the medium. I also wanted to highlight talented local artists that people may not know." ⁠
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Many thanks to @lenscratch and Megan Ross for writing this article on our latest exhibit, the permanent collection, and CPAC's continued commitment to support the photography community as we get ready to move into our new space at 1200 Lincoln Street.⁠
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To read the full article, head over to the Lenscratch website.⁠
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Image credit: "The New American West: Colorado" by @susangoldsteinstudio

"To be sovereign is to not be subject to another's

"To be sovereign is to not be subject to another's authority, another's desires, or another's gaze but rather to be the author of one's own history." – Simone Leigh ⁠
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The @santafeartinstitute presents Sovereignty, the theme for the 2024 SFAI International Thematic Artist Residency. This theme calls for an artistic and creative engagement at the multiple intersections of sovereignty as it pertains to the individual, jurisdictions, systems, and society as a whole.⁠
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Applicants can qualify for a BIPOC Award, which grants $500 to selected applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. As well as a new Indigenous Award that SFAI will honor up to ten $500 grants to American Indian, Native American, or U.S. Indigenous applicants.⁠
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Deadline is April 9, 2023 at 11:59 PM MST. ⁠
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For more information or to apply, visit SFAI's website. ⁠
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#cpacphoto #artistresidency #2024sovereignty #artistinresidence #callforentry

New to street photography and interested in gainin

New to street photography and interested in gaining hands-on experience with the guidance of industry professionals? ⁠
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CPAC is partnering with @mymikescamera and @sonyelectronics for an exclusive three-part photography workshop that includes a virtual seminar beginning on Wednesday, March 15 followed by a guided walking tour on Saturday, March 18. The walk will include interactive photography instruction from Brian Rabin of Mike's Camera and Ashley Ondricek, Sony Technical Representative. Sony camera equipment will also be available for borrowing on a first-come, first-served basis. ⁠
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Then on Tuesday, March 21, you will share a selection of favored images captured on the walk during a virtual group critique. Afterward, you can pick up a 12x18 print of your favorite photo from your local Mike's Camera Store. ⁠
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Cost: $249 (avoid online processing fee by registering in person at Mike's Camera)⁠
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CPAC is excited to collaborate with Mike's Camera and Sony to provide this fantastic opportunity for @mopdenver. ⁠
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For more information, search workshop on the MOP Event Calendar (accessible through the link in our bio). ⁠
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#cpacphoto #mopdenver #photographyworkshop #streetphotography #mymikescamera

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