Education

Photography Atelier 39 with Jennifer McClure (23 sessions) Tuesday Evenings ONLINE

The Griffin Museum is pleased to continue its legacy of fostering creative growth with the Photography Atelier, now in its 39th session. This portfolio and project building course will inspire students to take new approaches to their photography practice and help guide students in finding concepts and approaches they would like to develop into a longer-term project. Supportive dialog between the instructor and student is the basis of honing the work. We are excited to meet the needs of the next generation of photographic artists with this 9-month intensive program offered once a year, and

Online

Photography Atelier II (Online) | 2025-2026

The Griffin Museum is proud to continue its tradition of fostering creative growth with Photography Atelier II, an advanced, project-driven course led by photographer and educator Traer Scott. This online class is designed for students who have completed Photography Atelier I and are ready to take their photographic practice to the next level.

Atelier II challenges participants to deepen their conceptual thinking, refine their visual storytelling, and expand on an existing body of work -- or launch a new one -- building on the skills and insight gained in Atelier I. Receive insightful

Online

Photography Atelier II with Traer Scott (Online)

This class is currently sold out. Please email donna@griffinmuseum.org to be placed on our Waitlist. The Griffin Museum is pleased to continue its legacy of fostering creative growth by offering, for the first time, Photography Atelier II with Traer Scott (Online). This portfolio and project building course will inspire students who have already completed Photography Atelier I to continue to pursue new approaches in their photographic practice, and help guide them in elevating/extending concept building, and explore new methods for continuing an existing series, or creating a new project

Online

Picturing the Future | Support the Griffin Museum's Futures Fund

We invite you to a special evening of creativity, community, and support for photography and the Griffin Museum.

This year, our museum faces unprecedented challenges, and we need your support more than ever. Arts institutions worldwide are facing a critical financial crisis, and we are not immune. Your generous contribution is crucial to our survival, and it will allow us to continue to explore and showcase the ever-changing world of photography for years to come.

We have set a goal of raising $25,000 to support our exhibitions, education, programs and operations.

© Ashleigh

Online

Platinum/Palladium Printing with Jill Enfield (In-Person)

During this in person workshop you will learn how to make one of the most beautiful and expensive processes, platinum and pallaidum prints, which was brought into the public eye by the Pictorialist photographers. Platinum prints can range from a cool gray-black while Palladium prints usually range from warm black to very warm brown. Many people mix the two metals to cut the cost and change the tonal range to personal taste. This is a contact print process and you will need negatives the size you would like your final image to be. You will need to either bring negatives or materials for

Professional Development Series (PDS) 1: How to create and maintain a dynamic website for lens-based artists with Stella Kramer

Everyone has a website. It's the landing spot for showcasding your photography and giving youraudience (and potential clients) a more indepth understanding of who you are as an artist.In this course I will talk about the most important aspects of having an inviting and engagingwebsite focused on getting people to spend time looking at your work. I will touch on whatmakes a great website both in design and clarity of purpose. Level: All Day & Time: Thursday, January 30, 2025 Event Type: Online Lecture with Q&A Academic Members: Free to enrolled students and educators in organizations who hold

Online

Professional Development Series (PDS)moderated by Stella Kramer

The Griffin Museum of Photography is pleased to offer a monthly series of lectures highlighting the tools of the trade and conversations with industry professionals who are invested in furthering the art and careers of photographic artists with our esteemed host Stella Kramer. We have gathered a group of artists, curators and creatives to discuss how they find their way in the creative space, with best practices, ideas for growth and future artist and business development. Join us each month, between January 16, 2025 - May 15, 2025 (exact dates TBD) as we talk about new paths in creativity

Publisher in Residence | Alexa Becker

As part of our Photobook Focus programming, the Griffin Museum is pleased to offer 25-minute online portfolio reviews -- an opportunity for learning and growth. Presented in partnership with esteemed photographic artists and independent photobook publishers, these focused sessions provide valuable insights and guidance. This setting offers photographers invaluable insights into crafting their photobook vision. Receive direct feedback on your book dummy, design, and sequencing, tailored to the unique demands of the photobook medium. Elevate your project with expert guidance, bridging artistic

Online

Publisher in Residence | Alexa Dilworth

As part of our Photobook Focus programming, the Griffin Museum is pleased to offer 25-minute online portfolio reviews -- an opportunity for learning and growth. Presented in partnership with esteemed photographic artists and independent photobook publishers, these focused sessions provide valuable insights and guidance. This setting offers photographers invaluable insights into crafting their photobook vision. Receive direct feedback on your book dummy, design, and sequencing, tailored to the unique demands of the photobook medium. Elevate your project with expert guidance, bridging artistic

Online

Publisher in Residence | Caleb Cain Marcus

As part of our Photobook Focus programming, the Griffin Museum is pleased to offer 25-minute online portfolio reviews -- an opportunity for learning and growth. Presented in partnership with esteemed photographic artists and independent photobook publishers, these focused sessions provide valuable insights and guidance. This setting offers photographers invaluable insights into crafting their photobook vision. Receive direct feedback on your book dummy, design, and sequencing, tailored to the unique demands of the photobook medium. Elevate your project with expert guidance, bridging artistic

Online