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, contact Community Programs at 212.857.0061 or teen_academy@icp.org.
Summer 2009
Download a PDF about Teen Academy's upcoming Spring and Summer Course offerings, schedules, and registration dates.
Photography I in Black-and-White
TA1 | July 14–August 6 | Tuesday & Thursday | 2:30–5:30 pm | Curtis Willocks | Fields trips: TBA | $700 + $85 fee
Photography II in Black-and-White
TA2 | July 13–August 5 | Monday & Wendesday | 2:30–5:30 pm | Bradly Treadaway | Field trips: TBA | $700 + $85 fee
Prerequisite: Photo I in Black-and-White as approved by Community Programs staff.
Photography I in Color
TA3 | July 13–August 5 | Monday & Wendesday | 2:30–5:30 pm | Erika deVries | Field trips: TBA | $700 + $85 fee
Prerequisite: Photo I in Black-and-White as approved by Community Programs staff.
Photography I in Color
TA4 | July 14–August 6 | Tuesday & Thursday | 2:30–5:30 pm | Keisha Scarville | Field trips: TBA | $700 + $85 fee
Prerequisite: Photo I in Black-and-White as approved by Community Programs staff.
Express yourself in the sunshine! Whether you are a beginner interested in learning the basics of black-and-white photography, a more advanced student ready to hone your skills, or you're excited to explore the world of color—there is a class for you! The curricula includes: darkroom time, slide lectures, assignments, photographic field trips, and a guest artist visit—all geared towards enjoying summertime in the city. Excursions range from traveling on the Staten Island Ferry, photographing the Brooklyn Bridge, and documenting Central Park. The courses culminate in final presentations for family and friends, during which students share their portfolio of photographs and writings.
Teen Academy Scholarships are available. If you are in need of financial assistance, download a scholarship application.
Internship Program
IP1 | October 2, 2008–June 18, 2009 | Thursday | 4:00–7:00 pm | Keisha Scarville | $2,100 + $165 fee
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 previous participants. This program is best suited for students looking to pursue photography further in college and/or as a career.
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.
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.
