ICP's Teen Academy program offers a range of opportunities for teenagers to begin and further develop their knowledge of photography. In-class sessions range from ten-week classes in black-and-white and color instruction to a yearlong intensive program focusing on professional applications.
For more information, call (212) 857-0061.
SPRING 2008
Photography I in Black-and-White: Camera and Darkroom
TA1 | April 19–June 28 | Saturday | 2:00–5:00 pm | Kae Newcomb | $685 + $55 fee | No prerequisite
Teenagers are invited to learn the basics of black-and-white photography. Students will learn to make exposures with a 35mm camera, process film, and create prints in ICP's darkrooms. During field trips and shooting assignments, they will expand their understandings of the technical and aesthetic possibilities of photography. They will also discuss the work of historical and contemporary photographers. By the end of the course, students will have developed a portfolio of prints. They will be encouraged to experiment and freely express themselves. The course will culminate in a final presentation for family and friends.
Scholarships available.
Photography II in Black-and-White: Focusing on Technique
TA2 | April 20–June 29 | Sunday | 11:00 am–2:00 pm | M. Wesley Ham | $685 + $55 fee | Prerequisite: Photo I
Photography II in Black-and-White: Focusing on Technique
TA3 | April 20–June 29 | Sunday | 3:00–6:00 pm | M. Wesley Ham | $685 + $55 fee | Prerequisite: Photo I
In this course designed for more advanced teen photographers, students will refine their technical and aesthetic skills in black-and-white photography. The course will emphasize the relationship between exposure, film development, and the finished print. Students will have the opportunity to strengthen darkroom skills, experiment with toners, and explore different photographic papers and chemistry. Other topics will include metering different lighting situations and presenting finished prints. Fostering the development of skills and style, the curriculum includes: darkroom time, slide lectures, assignments, critiques, a photographic field trip, and guest artist visit. With technique as the focus, subject matter will be freely explored. The course will culminate in a final presentation for family and friends.
Scholarships available.
Teen Academy Scholarships are available. If you are in need of financial assistance, download a scholarship application.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The Internship Program invites eighteen motivated teenagers to advance their photography skills and develop an awareness of the creative and professional possibilities in the field. This yearlong, weekly program provides interns with guidance from some of New York’s best teaching artists; field trips to museums, galleries, and studios; college-prep workshops; pre-professional assignments; mentorship opportunities in the field; and full access to ICP’s facilities. By the end of the program, students will have created an extensive portfolio, including an artist’s statement and résumé, and be honored in a group exhibition at a downtown Manhattan gallery. See a slideshow of works by last year's participants. This program is best suited for students looking to pursue photography further in college and/or as a career.
This program runs from October 4-June 19 on Thursdays from 4:00-6:30pm. The deadline for applications is September 4.
Download a PDF of the internship application. Financial assistance is available for applicants who qualify for it; download a PDF of the financial aid form. For more information, e-mail teen_academy@icp.org, or call (212) 857-0061.
TEEN FOTO FRIDAYS
A new addition to Teen Academy, Teen Foto Fridays invites students from all ICP teen programs to participate in free open labs, lectures by professional photographers, and field trips to local galleries and museum exhibitions.
The schedule for Teen Foto Fridays is available at the start of each Teen Academy semester.
