Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts

RICPA exists to create a diverse and supportive community for individuals interested in learning or w

The Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts (RICPA) is a photography organization founded to inspire creative development and provide opportunities to engage with the community through exhibition, education, publication and mutual support. Our vision is to support the professional growth of our members by offering exhibitions, workshops and mentorship programs. We welcome members who share a pa

07/12/2024

Last day to see the The Vanta Guild's exhibition, "Family Business" the work will continue to available online, but best seen in person. Stop by the gallery before 6:00pm July 12th
https://www.riphotocenter.org/the-vanta-guild-family-business/

Photos from Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts's post 07/11/2024

Still time to stop in to see our current exhibition before it closes on July 12th at 6:00pm. Thanks to all our Members and visitors who came to the meet The Vanta Guild members and take in "Family Business" Their presentation remains available on our website at https://www.riphotocenter.org/the-vanta-guild-family-business/

06/29/2024

Don't forget to stop by the gallery to take in our current exhibition, "Family Business" on view through July 12th. The exhibition curated by Jonathan Pitts-Wiley and Melaine Ferdinand-King features work from a selection of Vanta Guild Members.

06/27/2024

The Curators are coming in July... Join us for this presentation of new photographic work from six regional curators.

06/21/2024

Thanks to all the members and visitors who stoped in for last night's opening of "Family Business" by the Vanta The Vanta Guild. If you weren't able to join us, or just want a second look, we are open Wednesday - Saturdays Noon - 6:00pm and heavily air conditioned...

06/21/2024

The gallery is open today, and heavily air conditioned... stop in to see "Family Business" our latest exhibition. We are open Wednesday - Saturdays Noon - 6:00pm. https://www.riphotocenter.org/the-vanta-guild-family-business/

Photos from Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts's post 06/20/2024

Join us for the opening reception for "Family Business" a group exhibition from the The Vanta Guild. The reception runs 5:00-8:00pm but the gallery opens at Noon... https://www.riphotocenter.org/the-vanta-guild-family-business/

06/18/2024

June Updates, at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts - https://mailchi.mp/c355c994894d/december-2023-update-13709402

06/15/2024

We are between exhibitions and in person pickup for work in "Beyond the Photograph" is available today, Saturday June 15th from Noon - 6:00pm. You are also welcome to pick up during the Wednesday's open house.
We are well into setting up our next exhibition, "Family Business" with the The Vanta Guild. Preview the exhibition at Wednesday's soft opening or Thursday's Gallery Night opening reception.

06/14/2024

Today, Friday June 14th is the last day to see our current exhibitions, gallery is open until 6:00pm.

Call For Entries: Fifth Annual Spotlight Member exhibition 06/13/2024

Entry closes Saturday June 15th for our Spotlight Member Exhibition.

Call For Entries: Fifth Annual Spotlight Member exhibition Five photographs to tell a story or present a unified idea… One entry, One price    This Member exhibition provides that rare opportunity to show a collection or series of images to…

06/06/2024

June Updates, at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts - https://mailchi.mp/7eb9294036b8/december-2023-update-13708582

Update from the Director: June 2024 06/06/2024

June 2024, schools are letting out, summer is around the corner and we hope you'll join us Juneteenth for an open house and soft opening for "Family Business"

Update from the Director: June 2024 June 2024… While updates on upcoming exhibitions make up most of the what I have to share each month, I would like to start with updates on some of the less visible projects and upgrades at t…

06/06/2024

In the gallery with our current exhibition, "Beyond the Photograph" a look beyond image capture to explore composite imagery and artificial intelligence... on view through June 14th.

Call For Entries: Fifth Annual Spotlight Member exhibition 06/06/2024

Time is running out to enter is our 5th Spotlight Member exhibition. Join us for this unique member opportunity with Frances Jakubek as this year's juror. Free for Supporting Members and above. Entry closes June 15th.

Call For Entries: Fifth Annual Spotlight Member exhibition Five photographs to tell a story or present a unified idea… One entry, One price    This Member exhibition provides that rare opportunity to show a collection or series of images to…

Photos from Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts's post 06/01/2024

Stop in to view our current exhibition, the gallery is open Wednesdays - Saturdays, Noon - 6:00pm. "Beyond the Photograph" is on view through June 14th

05/31/2024

Jim Bremer's "Guardians of Arcadia" on view in the Focus Gallery though June 14th. Also available online at https://www.riphotocenter.org/guardians-of-arcadia-jim-bremer/
The gallery is open Wednesday - Saturday, Noon - 6pm

Call For Entries: Fifth Annual Spotlight Member exhibition 05/23/2024

Entry is open for our 5th Spotlight Member exhibition. Join us for this unique member opportunity with Frances Jakubek as this year's juror. Free for Supporting Members and above.

Call For Entries: Fifth Annual Spotlight Member exhibition Five photographs to tell a story or present a unified idea… One entry, One price    This Member exhibition provides that rare opportunity to show a collection or series of images to…

05/23/2024

The Curators are coming... to the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts in July 2024. "cu.ra.tor; (noun) an artist, partially hidden" an exhibition to explore current work from a small group of regional photographers who spend a significant amount of their time curating exhibitions and helping others develop their vision. Studio visits, and the process of curating curators has just begun…

05/16/2024

Join us for the Opening of "Beyond the Photograph" a juried look at photography beyond image capture. May 16th, 5 - 8pm

05/16/2024

Join Us May 16th for an Opening Reception, at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts - https://mailchi.mp/8ee4745c761f/december-2023-update-13707070

05/12/2024

Our next exhibition "Beyond the Photograph is coming together for an Opening on May 16th, 5-8pm. Join us for this juried look at photography beyond image capture to take a look at current work and new techniques including the application of Artificial Intelligence

05/11/2024

The Guardians have arrived, join us for the Opening Reception Thursday, May 16th. Jim Bremer's solo exhibition is presented in tandem with our "Beyond the Photograph" juried exhibition.

George DeWolfe & Friends: Lasting Landscapes – Lasting Influences 05/08/2024

Only a few days left to view our current exhibition, an updated look at Landscape in the 21st Century with George DeWolfe and Friends, open until 6:00pm

George DeWolfe & Friends: Lasting Landscapes – Lasting Influences George DeWolfe & Friends: Lasting Landscapes – Lasting Influences…   This exhibition honors George DeWolfe who passed away in July 2023, and looks to celebrate his lasting infl…

05/04/2024

Our current exhibition "Lasting Landscapes, Lasting Influences" is in the gallery through May 10th. Still time to experience it in person.

05/01/2024

May Updates, at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts - https://mailchi.mp/b2a78aad2cea/december-2023-update-13706650

04/18/2024

In the gallery and ready for tonights opening reception for George DeWolfe and Friends.... Join us, 5:00 - 8:00pm or stop in early for a more contemplative experience.

George DeWolfe & Friends: Lasting Landscapes – Lasting Influences 04/17/2024

Join us Thursday April 18th for the opening of our next exhibition to provide an updated look at landscape photography and the lasting influence of George DeWolfe.

George DeWolfe & Friends: Lasting Landscapes – Lasting Influences George DeWolfe & Friends: Lasting Landscapes – Lasting Influences…   This exhibition honors George DeWolfe who passed away in July 2023, and looks to celebrate his lasting infl…

04/14/2024

Opening April 18th at the Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts
Join us for Part two of Landscapes for the 21st Century with George DeWolfe and Friends- https://mailchi.mp/59d60d9ac6de/december-2023-update-13705221

Photos from Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts's post 04/12/2024

April 12th is the last day to see our 10th International exhibition, the gallery is open till 6:00pm. If you have work in the exhibition, Pickup is scheduled for Saturday April 13th, Noon - 6:00pm

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Providence, RI
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Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
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