So here's one for my fellow Floridians - an upcoming exhibit in Ocala featuring the work of Billy Joe Hoyle. The following is from the event organizers: Photographer Billy Joe Hoyle has spent the last two decades traveling the world and documenting diverse customs, beliefs and lifestyles. Every country has its own identity. “At Home in the World” is a collection of environmental portraits that explores these differences. In his typical street photographer style, Hoyle’s photographs are
The Audacity of Hope: A Call for Entries
The call for entries is open for a juried group show titled "The Audacity of Hope". The show will be held at Garner Center for Photographic Exhibitions in Massachusetts. Here's more from the organizers: Artists are invited to submit thematic work which celebrates the tenacity of the human spirit and perseverance in the face of adversity. All genres of photography are welcome including still life, landscape, portraiture, documentary, photo illustration, photographic collage/mixed media and
The International Festival of Photojournalism
Image from Visa Pour L'Image This year from August 31st through September 15th, 2019 the International Festival of Photojournalism will be taking place in Perpignan, France - a historic city not far from the border with Spain. The festival caters to professional photographers who work in the field of photojournalism. There are several exhibitions, which look to be the perfect inspiration pieces for street photographers who enjoy capturing street scenes with a documentary flare. And just in
LACP’s Exposure Weekend 2019
If you are in California in September, then don't miss the LACP's Exposure Weekend, which will run from September 13-15, 2019. Here's some details from the center's website: The Los Angeles Center of Photography is pleased to announce its Fifth Annual Portfolio Reviews! Join us for EXPOSURE WEEKEND 2019. The weekend will be filled with reviews, classes, seminars, exhibitions and networking events. The dates are Friday – Sunday, September 13-15, 2019. The event will be held at the
Are You Ready for the Brussels Street Photography Festival?
This year, the Brussels Street Photography Festival is about to hold it's fourth edition. But don't worry, it's not until October so there's still time to plan a trip to Belgium. What's it all about you ask? Here's a bit from the event organizers: "The Brussels Street Photography Festival (BSPF) is a cultural project whose objective is to promote street photography as an urban research tool, a form of cultural communication and a visual art. The main ambition of the BSPF is to delve deeper
Captured: A Call for Entries
Looking for a contest to enter this fine month of August? We've found one for you! Captured is a photography exhibit that will be held at the Las Laguna Gallery in California. Here's the details: Theme: Open Theme Medium: Analog or Digital Photography Deadline: August 31, 2019 Artist Notification: September 8, 2019 Art Delivery Date: Between September 26 and 30, 2019 Artist Reception: October 3, 2019 Show Dates: October 3 to October 26, 2019 The entry fee is $35 for up
A Garry Winogrand Exhibit to Remember
What comes to mind when you think of Garry Winogrand's street photography? Probably those jaunty, spirited black and whites, up-close New York City street shots taken of fascinating characters at fascinating angles. But have you ever had a gander at Winogrand's color work? Now's your chance. The Brooklyn Museum is currently hosting an exhibit called Garry Winogrand: Color. It started in May and will continue through December 8, 2019. Here's a snippet from the museum about the show: "Garry
Totally Stoked About a Rad Project from the 80s
Are you a fan of Stranger Things? Then you are going to love this. Do you hate Stranger Things but love all things 80s? Then you are going to love this. Do you hate Stranger Things and the 80s, but find the era worth laughing about? Then you are going to love this. Actually, I stumbled across this project in my news feed by chance and couldn't believe no reference to the official "Street Photography Genre" was made. But no worries, I'll make it here. ;) It was a random BuzzFeed article (You
Photographing the Street at the OKC MOA
Wishing for a good street photography exhibit to go to, but don't live in LA or NYC? Well, if you happen to find yourself in Oklahoma City, you're in luck! There's a great street photography exhibit going on now at the OKC Museum of Art. Here's a bit from the event organizers: Photographing the Street features the work of four American and Canadian artists who have chosen the street as their primary subject: Garry Winogrand, Mike Peters, Gary Mark Smith, and Ian Wallace. Each has a distinct
Cuba Photography Workshop with Meryl Meisler
Do you have plans for February 2020? Well guess what, now you do! Meryl Meisler is teaching a six day photography workshop in beautiful Cuba. Just imaging escaping the mid-winter cold and snow for a week to "receive expert photography guidance from Meryl Meisler. Your group will be accompanied by professional local guides and you will learn about the history, art, culture, and the music of Cuba while sipping mojitos along the way." What? Sign me up! Here's the specific details: Trip
NYC Street Photography Collective Celebrates Opening of Contact Gallery
Great news guys! We just received an exciting press release from the NYC Street Photography Collective (NYC SPC). They are opening up a space called "Contact Gallery" in Brooklyn, NY that will serve as the new home of the NYC SPC, as well as a community gallery and workspace! Here's some details, straight from the source: "NYC-SPC’s mission is to share the art of street photography with an underserved community in New York City. Contact Gallery is a space where this mission will be filled