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Leica Camera will once again be with us leading workshops, and Penumbra is back with their tintype portrait booth. We have family activities with Creatively Wild and Brooklyn Bridge Parents, workshops with the International Center of Photography, artist-led walking walking tours with Adobe and tours guided by Photoville founders, festival artists, and curators. And we can’t forget to mention the in-person photography and zine-making workshops (just to name a few!). And if you get hungry, we got you with scrumptious bites at the Smorgasburg Pop Up.
As the sun sets, join us for an evening of music, history, community, and (of course) beautiful visual storytelling! To commemorate our 12th year, Photoville will present an evening of photography that reflects how we see our history: including a centennial celebration of TIME Magazine, an intimate reflection on returning home to Iraq by Washington Post photographer, Salwan Georges, and celebrations of our local NYC communities from We Build The Block and Magnum Foundation. Topping it all off, we’re sharing a special preview of “Contact High,” showcasing the history of hip-hop photography.
And end the night with us as one of our favorites, DJ LiKWUiD closes out with tunes and dancing under the stars!
Discover the allure of Leica photography at Photoville through curated photowalks and inspiring discussions complemented by a Leica on Loan program. From movement at the stillpoint to environmental portraiture, you’ll experience Leica photography and guidance by acclaimed Leica photographers.
We look forward to seeing you at our Adobe Photo Booth at Photoville! Our photographer will take a couple of fun photos and our team will show you a few magic tricks to really make your photo pop. Then we will send you the images as you leave the tent!
Penumbra has been making tintypes at Photoville for over a decade. Considered by many to be the Polaroid of the 19th century, the tintype is made almost instantaneously through a process that uses hand poured chemicals on an enameled sheet of metal. Guests can sign up to have their portrait made through this historical process and will walk away that day with their own unique heirloom.
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Demos with Aundre Larrow
Come join us at the Photoville Activity Tent, to check out demos featuring “before and after” photos from photographer Aundre Larrow.
Environmental Portraiture with Jose Tutiven
Discover the art of environmental portraiture at Photoville in an engaging photowalk with Jose “Tutes” Tutiven.
“Moments: Around the World” Artist Photowalk with Billy Dinh
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Billy Dinh! Hear his unique personal story as well as the story behind his Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
Drop-In Zine-Making Family Activity
Come join us at the ICP tent for some zine-making! Learn how to make your own zines (mini-magazine) using recycled and repurposed images through collage and collaboration with ICP faculty and alum, Roy Baizan. No prior registration necessary.
Family Activities from Brooklyn Bridge Parents
Drop by for amazing family-friendly activities from our friends at Brooklyn Bridge Parents!
Put on your walking shoes and join the Photoville team on a curated tour of the Photoville Festival!
Envisioning DUMBO Photography Workshop
Join ICP faculty members Abigail Montes and Tiffany Williams for a hands-on imagemaking activity exploring DUMBO while learning basic photographic techniques!
Portrait Session with Oliver Blank for “The One Who Got Away”
What would you say to the one who got away? Have your portrait made by photographer Oliver Blank and take part in this project that explores love, loss, and life.
“The Sea of Devotees” Artist Photowalk with Satyam Bhuyan
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Satyam Bhuyan! Hear his unique personal story as well as the story behind his Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
Put on your walking shoes and join the Photoville team on a curated tour of the Photoville Festival!
Autistic Joy Interactive Zine Making Workshop
Come create a photo zine uplifting of autism acceptance, disability joy and inclusion with Disability Art Activist Jen White-Johnson, this workshop is designed and tailored for Neurodivergent and disabled communities.
The Social Ethics of Photography
Join renowned photographer and activist Eva Woolridge to explore the necessity of accountability and its regard to dismantling exploitative photography.
“Mother Nature: A Love Letter” Artist Photowalk with Melissa Findley
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Melissa Findley! Hear her unique personal story as well as the story behind her Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
Diversify Photo Happy Hour and Slideshow
Join us at the Opening Day Community Celebration to admire a selection of member work on the big screen and to socialize with friends and members of our Diversify Photo community!
The Photoville Educator Happy Hour is an informal way to connect with educators and art practitioners in the Photoville Education network at Brooklyn Bridge Park for the Opening Weekend Celebration at Photoville 2023!
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Demos with Aundre Larrow
Come join us at the Photoville Activity Tent, to check out demos featuring “before and after” photos from photographer Aundre Larrow.
“Photography Reimagined” Artist Photowalk with Demas Rusli
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Demas Rusli! Hear his unique personal story as well as the story behind his Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
Join us for an evening of music, community, and beautiful visual storytelling as we celebrate how photography captures and reflects our histories.
Closing out our community celebration, we’ll have longtime friend and internationally renowned groove-maker DJ LiKWUiD playing us out through the end of the evening.
Discover the allure of Leica photography at Photoville through curated photowalks and inspiring discussions complemented by a Leica on Loan program. From movement at the stillpoint to environmental portraiture, you’ll experience Leica photography and guidance by acclaimed Leica photographers.
We look forward to seeing you at our Adobe Photo Booth at Photoville! Our photographer will take a couple of fun photos and our team will show you a few magic tricks to really make your photo pop. Then we will send you the images as you leave the tent!
Family Activities with Creatively Wild!
Awesome Project of the Day: What do you see through the lens of your imagination? Let’s go Creatively Wild!
Penumbra has been making tintypes at Photoville for over a decade. Considered by many to be the Polaroid of the 19th century, the tintype is made almost instantaneously through a process that uses hand poured chemicals on an enameled sheet of metal. Guests can sign up to have their portrait made through this historical process and will walk away that day with their own unique heirloom.
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Demos with Aundre Larrow
Come join us at the Photoville Activity Tent, to check out demos featuring “before and after” photos from photographer Aundre Larrow.
In this engaging and interactive talk, Devin Allen will delve into the processes behind his work, share personal stories that fuel his passion for photography, and discuss how his images capture the power and spirit of resilience.
“Photography Reimagined” Artist Photowalk with Demas Rusli
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Demas Rusli! Hear his unique personal story as well as the story behind his Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
Receive key feedback and guidance on next steps with your photographs and stories from ICP staff and faculty! RSVP in advance.
Put on your walking shoes and join the Photoville team on a curated tour of the Photoville Festival!
Let the Best In Show strut their stuff in Wet Nose Pawject’s Paw-Pup Pawtrait Studio.
Along the DUMBO Waterfront Workshop
This workshop introduces students to the magic of taking photographs along New York’s waterways, with a focus on the DUMBO waterfront.
“Mother Nature: A Love Letter” Artist Photowalk with Melissa Findley
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Melissa Findley! Hear her unique personal story as well as the story behind her Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
Meet the Artists of: Our Black Experience
Join the artists of Our Black Experience: Stories From Black Women Photographers for a container-side chat about their work, their exhibition, and the stories that they have selected to represent their experiences of life as Black Women.
Street Photography – Unfiltered
Capturing the gritty essence of New York City and the characters that inhabit it. Come join Phil as he takes us through 25 years of his work.
“Moments: Around the World” Artist Photowalk with Billy Dinh
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Billy Dinh! Hear his unique personal story as well as the story behind his Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
Meet the Artists of: Another Perspective
Join the documentary photographers of Another Perspective. for a container-side chat about their work, their exhibition, and their cross-generational experiences with the criminal justice system.
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Demos with Aundre Larrow
Come join us at the Photoville Activity Tent, to check out demos featuring “before and after” photos from photographer Aundre Larrow.
“The Sea of Devotees” Artist Photowalk with Satyam Bhuyan
Meet the artist on a photowalk with Adobe Lightroom Ambassador Satyam Bhuyan! Hear his unique personal story as well as the story behind his Photoville exhibit and learn tips/tricks on capturing compelling photographs.
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