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1070 Bannock Street
Denver, CO 80204
303 837 1341

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

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

Come be a part of the CPAC team! Summer internship

Come be a part of the CPAC team! Summer internship applications are open. ⁠
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We offer students and recent graduates real-world experience, building up a variety of skill sets for future job success. Internships can be tailored to specific needs/career goals, and college credit is available.⁠
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Summer internships will overlap with moving into our new space at 1200 Lincoln Street, Denver, CO 80203. ⁠
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We offer opportunities in the following areas: ⁠
- Exhibitions⁠
- Social Media & Marketing⁠
- Database Management & Development⁠
- Collections Management⁠
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Application Deadline: April 18, 2023⁠
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Learn more and apply by using the link in our bio. ⁠
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#cpacphoto #denverartinternships #denvergallery #photographyinternships #summerinternships

@mopdenver has just begun, and the excitement for

@mopdenver has just begun, and the excitement for everything the festival has to offer keeps building! ⁠
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In a recently released interview with @dariaartmagazine, CPAC Executive Director & Curator Samantha Johnston tells Laura Miller about all things MOP, including what she's excited about for the festival and some must-see exhibitions, of which many are free to attend. ⁠
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Johnston also comments on what she wishes people knew most about Denver's photography scene, "The photography community in Denver and Colorado has a rich history, and our community is known for being especially welcoming and active. I wish more people knew that CPAC is one of the only arts spaces in Denver with free exhibitions open to the public year-round." ⁠
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Huge thank you to Laura Miller (@seagremlin) and DARIA Magazine for taking the time to get the inside scoop on the 2023 Month of Photography festival and all that CPAC has to offer. ⁠
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To read the full interview, grab a copy of their latest print edition or head to DARIA's website. ⁠
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#cpacphoto #mopdenver #dariaartmagazine #photographyfestival #celebratephotography

Start @mopdenver with a bang! ⁠ ⁠ Swing by CPA

Start @mopdenver with a bang! ⁠
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Swing by CPAC and see Looking Back, Moving Forward: Permanent Collection Highlights, which, in Susan Froyd's latest article in Westword, showcases "...45 prints culled from a museum-worthy collection of more than 800." On display till April 15, this specially curated exhibition spans decades and genres from historical figures to modern contemporaries. ⁠
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Don't miss the Opening Reception on March 4 from 5-8 PM that doubles as a kickoff event for @mopdenver. Then on March 9 at 1 PM take a gallery tour with CPAC Executive Director and Curator Samantha Johnston. And make sure to grab a printed guide on your way out to help navigate the monthlong festivities! ⁠
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Many thanks to Susan Froyd (@sosfrojd) and @denverwestword for highlighting some of the many notable events and workshops coming up this month and for recognizing the effort put into this year's festival by CPAC and the larger local photo community. ⁠
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For more information on the exhibit or upcoming events, visit our website using the link in our bio. ⁠
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You can also head to Westword's website to read Froyd's full article. ⁠
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Image credit: "Rocket Ship" by @brendabiondo ⁠
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#cpacphoto #mopdenver #photographycollections #lookingbackmovingforward #photographyexhibitions

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