Colorado Photographic Arts Center

Join us at CPAC NEXT WEEK for an in-person Print Swap to conclude our 2024 Swap Series as part of PhotoVox! Bring up to five photographs to give to other artists and receive up to five in return. ⁠
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Whether you are looking to build your collection, expanding your artistic reach, or just gathering inspiration, trade-between-artists is a centuries-long tradition. Even if you don't have work to trade, please join us for a Happy Hour and networking.

Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024⁠
Time: 6:30pm (Doors at 6pm)⁠
Location: CPAC Gallery (1200 Lincoln Street, Suite 111, Denver, CO 80203)⁠
Cost: FREE for CPAC Members; $10 for Non-Members⁠
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Find out more information and guidelines: https://cpacphoto.org/photovox-november-2024-happy-hour-print-swap/
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Image credit: ©CPAC Staff

As you already know, today we “fall back” one hour to mark the end of Daylight Saving Time this year and adjust to the shorter days and longer nights. With this shift, we take notice of the light, and are reminded that, in its many forms, light is an essential element of capturing and composing photographic images.

Here at CPAC, we can see this in the historical and alternative photographic processes that are used to create photographs currently hanging in Lost & Found: An Analog Forever Exhibition.

For instance, Christopher Colville, one of 35 photographers in the show, is inspired by the starry light that cuts through the night sky. His photographic process harnesses light and energy by igniting portions of gunpowder on the surface of silver gelatin paper. The unpredictable results push the limitations of the photographic medium and simultaneously celebrate the fundamental clash of darkness and light. ⁠

Colville states, "This work started as an exploration pulling at the base elements of photographic medium, exploring energy, fluid, motion, light, chaos, reactive materials and violence. It has evolved into meditation on the dual nature of creation and destruction."

⁠So when you see that night sky come just a bit earlier these next few months, just think about all the ways light affects the medium we love.⁠

Lost & Found is open until November 23.⁠

Learn more: https://cpacphoto.org/lost-and-found/

Image Credit: “Flux Variant #1”, ©Christopher Colville

IN-PERSON CLASS: Book Publishing 101 - A Weekend Crash Course

Learn how to publish your photography project or series in book form over one weekend (November 16 - 17) with Preston Utley! ⁠
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On Saturday, students will examine notable projects throughout photographic history, specifically focusing on how they were edited and sequenced.
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Then on Sunday, students will transition to learning about the book publishing industry, including various funding options, the marketing and selling process, as well as self-publishing vs working with a publisher.

By the end of the workshop, students will have a solid foundation for their projects, a clarified vision, and a plan towards publication/printing.

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, November 16 and 17
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Location: CPAC Gallery (1200 Lincoln Street, Suite 111, Denver, CO 80203)
Cost: $240 Member and $264 Non-Member

Register: https://cpacphoto.org/book-publishing-101-weekend-crash-course-november/

Image credit: ©Preston Utley

CPAC's Emerging Vision: Biennial Student Show is an open-themed exhibition highlighting the work of 27 talented photography students across the United States.⁠
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This exhibition provides a glimpse into the future of the medium, showcasing the variety of styles, perspectives, and inspirations among the next generation of photographers. ⁠
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You can view the work starting December 3, 2024 until January 11, 2025, with an Opening Reception on Friday, December 6 (5 - 8 pm).⁠
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Learn more: https://cpacphoto.org/emerging-vision-2024/

Image Credit: “Untitled”, ©Phú Nguyễn

We're grateful to Annette LeMay Burke for being a Featured Member this quarter! Burke was honored with the Best in Show Award at our 61st Annual Members’ Show earlier this year for her image “Chuck’s Corvette” from the series Memory Building. During her feature, she brought us closer by sharing the ways she uses photography to restore old memories, preserve family history, and grapple with change. It was an honor to learn more about her beautiful work and we're thrilled to continue following her creative journey.

Explore more: https://cpacphoto.org/featured-cpac-member-annette-lemay-burke/

And please stay tuned for our next Featured Member in the coming days!

Did you hear the one about the confusing cemetery book? It had too many plots. 🎃⁠
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Now available for sale at CPAC is James O. Milmoe’s "The Art of Grave Markers" and it makes the perfect Halloween purchase for any photography enthusiast!⁠
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Throughout his 50+ year photographic career, Milmoe captured more than 300 cemeteries in 30 countries. This photography book includes over 200 pages of his most compelling black and white images of headstones.⁠
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Milmoe was a renowned photographer, educator, and founding member of CPAC. His photography has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and his work is held in over 200 permanent collections, including the Denver Art Museum, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and many others.⁠
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Image credit: ©CPAC Staff

IN-PERSON WORKSHOP: Fine Art Black & White Inkjet Printing

Next month we invite you to explore your own black & white inkjet printing skills under the guidance of Frank Varney — a 40 year photography professional who has worked with the likes of ELLE, Glamour, and more.

Varney will guide students on taking photographs specifically intended for black & white and the printed page, as well as a range of image editing and paper selection techniques. Students will then apply their newfound knowledge by printing on 13×19 Hahnemühle Fine Art Baryta Satin inkjet paper, using CPAC’s Canon Pro-1000 printer.

Don't miss this hands-on opportunity to create your own fine art print!

Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 9 am - 5 pm
Location: CPAC Gallery (1200 Lincoln Street, Suite 111, Denver, CO 80203)
Cost: $240 Member and $264 Non-Member
Materials Fee: $40 Per Student

Register: https://cpacphoto.org/fine-art-bw-inkjet-printing/

Image credit: ©Frank Varney

IN-PERSON CLASS: Beginner and Intermediate Black & White Darkroom
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The Beginner and Intermediate Black & White Darkroom Class is an amazing opportunity to learn how to work in a darkroom and develop your own film! Whether you already have darkroom experience or none at all, now is your chance to learn (or re-learn) the basics with an extremely talented instructor. ⁠
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Celebrated photographer Jackie Webster will cover darkroom setup, roll film development, and making enlarged prints from your own negatives. Students will be encouraged to pursue individual learning goals through hands-on practice and skill-building.⁠
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Date: Tuesdays, November 5 - December 10, 2024⁠
Time: 6 - 9 pm⁠
Location: Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design (RMCAD) - 1600 Pierce Street, Denver, CO 80214⁠
Cost: $450 Member and $495 Non-Member⁠
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Register: https://cpacphoto.org/beginner-intermediate-black-white-film-darkroom-november-december/⁠
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Image detail: ©Jackie Webster

We're thrilled 5280 Magazine has featured our latest exhibition, Lost & Found, and spotlighted 5 Colorado-based photographers that have created richly detailed analog works as a contrast to our increasingly digital world.

Lost & Found is an exhibition where 35 photographic artists, including Colorado’s own Michael Ash Smith, Debbie Bentley, Mark Sink, Wendy Constantine, and Matthew Santomarco, have created intimate works of art using traditional, historical, and alternative methods.

Check out the full article for more information on the artists, their photographic processes, and their connection to the work. Lost & Found runs through November 23rd at the Colorado Photographic Arts Center.

5 Old-School Film Photographers To See at This New Denver Exhibit 1. Michael Ash Smith 2. Debbie Bentley 3. Mark Sink 4. Wendy Constantine 5. Matthew Santomarco

NOVEMBER PHOTOVOX - PRINT SWAP & HAPPY HOUR⁠
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Date: Wednesday, November 13th⁠
Time: 6:30pm (Doors at 6pm)⁠
Location: CPAC Gallery (1200 Lincoln Street, Suite 111, Denver, CO 80203)⁠
Cost: FREE for CPAC Members; $10 for Non-Members⁠
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Join us at the CPAC Gallery as we conclude 2024's Swap Series with an in-person Print Swap! Bring up to five photographs to give to other artists and receive up to five in return. ⁠
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Whether you are building your collection, expanding your artistic reach, or just gathering inspiration, trade-between-artists is a centuries-long tradition that is central to the arts economy. And even if you don't have work to trade, please join us for Happy Hour and networking with the arts community.⁠
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Find out more information and guidelines: https://cpacphoto.org/photovox-november-2024-happy-hour-print-swap/
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Image credit: ©CPAC Staff

"That’s actually why this contest works, and why fans of the event look forward to seeing the results each year. The photos feel familiar — nearly all of them feature buildings Denverites encounter with great frequency. But they invite us to consider them in new ways, to appreciate what they bring to street corners and the skyline, how they lift up the lives of the people who use them or who see them as part of their daily routine. They ask us not to take our city for granted." - Ray Rinaldi ⁠
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Check out the full article by Ray Rinaldi in The Denver Post on the Y/OUR Denver photo contest. The five award winners can be seen hanging in our gallery until December 31st and all 30 images are viewable at https://cpacphoto.org/your-denver-2024/!

Photo show: Don’t take the city’s best architecture for granted Photo contest captures houses, skyscrapers, museums, parks, streets and monuments through the unique viewpoints of the people who live, work and play among them every day.

CPAC is thrilled to welcome Juan Miguel to our team as the new Administrative and Communications Coordinator! ⁠
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A photographer, designer, and musician with a passion for cities and their culture, Juan Miguel uses communications, marketing, and content production skills to promote creativity and community and CPAC. ⁠
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After graduating from Haverford College with a degree in Growth and Structure of Cities, Juan Miguel held prestigious Internships at Philadelphia’s Monument Lab and Denver’s Grasslands, a Journalism-Minded PR agency, all while spearheading the creative direction for Hoppers — a multi-city electronic music event series.⁠
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Juan is excited to create connections! Please join us in welcoming him!⁠
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Image credit: ©CPAC Staff

Don’t miss the Broomfield Enterprise feature on our latest show, Lost & Found: An Analog Forever Magazine Exhibition. The beautiful analog photography of 35 artists has been arranged in our gallery by curators Michael Behlen and Michael Kirchoff, and now is your chance to learn more about the images by locals Michael Ash Smith and Wendy Constantine (see below).

We're grateful to the Broomfield Enterprise for uplifting our local arts and culture landscape in Colorado!

Photo exhibition highlights two Broomfield photographers, other international artists Two Broomfield photographers are being featured in an international art exhibition that highlights the beauty of analog photography.

CALL FOR SPRING WORKSHOP PROPOSALS⁠
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The CPAC is calling on all photographic instructors to submit their ideas for our Spring Workshops. Our photography education is a key component of our programming and offers chances for both novice and established photographers to sharpen their skills. ⁠
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We typically host a variety of year-round courses, from one-day intensives to week-long courses — located at either our gallery in Downtown Denver or at our partner facility, the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design.⁠
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We would be thrilled to support your ideas and further educate and engage our audience!⁠
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If you are interested or have any questions, please email [email protected]⁠.⁠
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Image credit: ©Kenneth Wajda

Attending Portfolio Reviews is crucial for photographers aiming to showcase, sell, or publish their work professionally. The Portfolio Reviews hosted by the Month of Photography Denver represent the most significant professional review gathering in the Rocky Mountain area. Spanning two days, this event on March 14-15, 2025, will connect 70 artists with 30 prominent gallery owners, curators, and publishers hailing from both local and national photography circles at The Slate Hotel.

CPAC is aware of the long-standing unequal access to formal art spaces that can enhance artists' careers. To support diverse communities, CPAC is dedicated to fostering engagement and is excited to offer four scholarships this year aimed at artists with disabilities, BIPOC artists, and/or LGBTQIA2S+ artists.

The application period is currently open and will close soon on November 1, 2024!

For more details and to apply visit https://denvermop.org/portfolio-reviews-equity-scholarships/.

Image credit: MOP 2023 Portfolio Reviews, ©Shana Cruz-Thompson

Looking to meet local artists, explore their workspaces, and purchase art directly?

Harvey Park Community Organization is hosting Southwest Denver Artist Open Studios on October 26, 2024. It’s a wonderful opportunity for local artists to invite the public into their creative spaces and connect with the community through an interactive art walk map.

🗓️ When: October 26, 2024
📍 Where: Southwest Denver
🖌️ Deadline for Artists to Apply: October 19, 2024

More info: https://harveypark.org/event/southwest-denver-artist-open-studios-2024/

Questions? [email protected]

VISIT THE DIGITAL LAB!

Did you know? CPAC offers access to rent professional equipment in a color-calibrated workspace to meet all your digital photography production needs!

CPAC also offers one-on-one tutoring sessions with Frank Varney, an accomplished photographer and instructor with 30 years of teaching experience. On-site classes and workshops are also available.

Learn more: https://cpacphoto.org/digital-lab/

Image credit: ©From the Hip Photo

IN-PERSON CLASS: Book Publishing 101 - A Weekend Crash Course

Learn how to publish your photography project or series in book form over one weekend!

On Saturday, students will examine notable projects throughout photographic history, focusing on how they were edited and sequenced.

Then on Sunday, students will learn about the book publishing world, including various funding options, the decision to self-publish or work with a publisher, and the marketing and selling process. By the end of the workshop, you will have a solid foundation for your project, a clarified vision, and a plan for your next steps toward publication or printing.

Dates: Saturday and Sunday, November 16 and 17
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Location: CPAC Gallery (1200 Lincoln Street, Suite 111, Denver, CO 80203)
Cost: $240 Member and $264 Non-Member

Register: https://cpacphoto.org/book-publishing-101-weekend-crash-course-november/

Image credit: ©Preston Utley