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In addition to her workshop, Mary Virginia Swanson

In addition to her workshop, Mary Virginia Swanson (@maryvirginiaswanson) will also be giving a Free Public Lecture: Bringing Your Photography Project to Publication⁠
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Please join us on Friday, November 6th, 6:30pm-8pm at Lighthouse Writers Workshop, 3844 York St, Denver.⁠
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Register through the link in our bio!⁠
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Image Credit: Mary Virginia Swanson⁠
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#cpacphoto #photobook #photographylecture #photobookpublishing #maryvirginiaswanson

Don't miss this opportunity to take a photobook ma

Don't miss this opportunity to take a photobook masterclass with Mary Virginia Swanson⁠!⁠ @maryvirginiaswanson⁠
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'Bringing Your Photography Project to Publication' will take place at CPAC on Saturday, November 7th & Sunday, November 8th.⁠
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This two-day workshop is designed for photographers who are actively considering how to bring a body of work into publication. Through lectures, case studies, discussion, and project review, Mary Virginia Swanson will help participants better understand the many decisions involved in moving from photographic project to finished book.⁠
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Topics will include the differences between pursuing a traditional publisher and self-publishing, how to research publishers and opportunities, how to think about audience, and how sequencing, design, structure, and materials can support the content of the work. The workshop will also address practical aspects of photobook production, including grants, dummy awards, fundraising, contracts, marketing, and distribution.⁠
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Sign up here: https://cpacphoto.org/bringing-your-photography-project-to-publication-a-masterclass-with-mary-virginia-swanson/⁠
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Image Credit: Mary Virginia Swanson⁠

Join us this Sunday, October 11th, for Still Looki

Join us this Sunday, October 11th, for Still Looking: Gentle Yoga in the Gallery - a slow, all-levels yoga session that brings together movement, breath, and close observation in the gallery.⁠
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Em (@heavylight____) will lead a beginner-friendly class from 10am-11am. Bring your own mat and any other props you like to use (blankets or towels are recommended for those who like extra cushioning - 2 yoga blankets are available to borrow).⁠
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Take this opportunity to interact with the gallery space in a different way than you're used to - This 60 minute program will include a gentle yoga flow, quiet time in the gallery, and optional reflection centered on the exhibition. Our current exhibition is Indian Circus by the incredible Mary Ellen Mark.⁠
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$10 for members⁠
$15 for non-members ⁠
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No yoga or photography experience is required. All are welcome.⁠
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Sign up through the link in our bio!⁠
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Image credit: CPAC staff⁠
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#cpacphoto #gentleyogaclass #denveractivities #maryellenmark

Here are some of our favorite images from our rece

Here are some of our favorite images from our recent workshop, Visual Storytelling at the Colorado State Fair! ⁠
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This three-session workshop explored visual storytelling through preparation, photographing on location, and editing with purpose. Each student focused on developing a clear visual narrative while photographing at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo.⁠
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Image credit (in order):⁠
1. Heejin Ryu⁠
2. Jim Schoedler⁠
3. Gayle Nosal⁠
4. Heejin Ryu⁠
5. Jim Schoedler⁠
6. Gayle Nosal⁠
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#cpacphoto #photographyworkshop #storytelling #coloradostatefair

PhotoVox is one week away!⁠ ⁠ Join us for a virtua

PhotoVox is one week away!⁠
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Join us for a virtual presentation on October 14th at 6:30pm — Protecting Your Work with Joy Naylor.⁠
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Joe Naylor, Founder and CEO of ImageRights International, will present “Protecting Your Work,” a deep dive into the essential strategies photographers can use to protect and monetize their creative work. Learn how U.S. Copyright Office registration, strong contracts, and diligent record-keeping can empower you to safeguard your images and recover damages in cases of infringement. Gain practical tips and insights from real-world success stories to enhance your business practices and protect your artistic voice.⁠
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Free for CPAC members, $10 for non-members.⁠
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Register here through the link in our bio.⁠
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Image Credit: From the Hip Photo⁠
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#cpacphoto #photographylecture #imagerights

Check out our online exhibition, 'Celebrate Colora

Check out our online exhibition, 'Celebrate Colorado: Show Us Your Downtown'! ⁠
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Show Us Your Downtown is a juried online exhibition hosted on CPAC’s website in conjunction with the celebration of Colorado’s 150 years of statehood.⁠
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In honor of this milestone year, we invited residents from across Colorado to explore and share the downtowns that define their communities. From historic main streets to evolving urban centers, downtowns are places of connection, creativity, commerce, and change. They reflect our shared history while shaping the future of our state.⁠
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Juror Darrin Alfred selected 30 artworks to be featured in this exhibition. Visit the link in our bio to see the whole show!⁠
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Image Credit (in order):⁠
1. Rin Rios (@rinriosphotography)⁠
2. Shawn Whitney⁠
3. Steven Jones ⁠
4. Zach Miners (@zachminers)⁠
5. Tony Soehner (@tony_soehner)⁠
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#cpacphoto #celebratecolorado #coloradophotographers #streetphotography #photographyexhibition

The Art and Approach of Street Portraiture (Film &

The Art and Approach of Street Portraiture (Film & Digital) is coming up in October!⁠
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This hands-on class will teach you how to approach people, introduce yourself and connect with them, direct their pose and expression, and make their portrait in a short street photo session.⁠
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When: Sundays, October 18th & 25th, 9am-4pm⁠
Where: Colorado Photographic Arts Center⁠
Instructor: Kenneth Wajda⁠
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For more information and to register, click link in bio!⁠
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Image Credit: Kenneth Wajda⁠
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#cpacphoto #streephotography #denverstreetphotographer #photographyworkshop

Learn your lighting basics with our workshop 'Ligh

Learn your lighting basics with our workshop 'Lighting 101'!⁠
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This hands-on workshop introduces photographers to the creative and technical foundations of lighting for portraiture and personal photographic practice. Through guided demonstrations and interactive exercises, students will explore how to shape, control, and respond to light using studio strobes, continuous lighting, natural light, and common light modifiers.⁠
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When: Saturday & Sunday, October 24th & 25th, 1-4pm⁠
Where: Colorado Photographic Arts Center⁠
Instructor: Chelsea Chorpenning⁠ (@chorpenn)⁠
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For more information and to register, click the link in our bio!⁠
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Image Credit: Chelsea Chorpenning⁠
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#colorphoto #cpacphoto #denverphoto #photoworkshop #photo

Learn how to process your own film in our intro wo

Learn how to process your own film in our intro workshop, "How to Develop Black & White Film" with Em (@heavylight____)!⁠
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Designed for students of all levels, this course will guide you through the entire process of developing black and white film. We will start the class with a photo walk (film provided), then dive into the details and process of developing, and finally we will develop your shot rolls of film together!⁠
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When: Wednesday, October 14th, 5:30pm-8:30pm⁠
Where: Colorado Photographic Arts Center⁠
Instructor: Em Warnock⁠
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For more information and to register, click link in bio!⁠
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Image Credit: Em Warnock⁠
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#cpacphoto #denverarts #analogphotography #photographyworkshop #darkroomphotography

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