📸 Small groups for photographers

SMALL GROUPS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

A few weeks ago, we asked our subscribers if they’d be interested in joining small groups of like-minded photographers, and many of you were excited about the idea!

Some of you expressed interest in getting feedback from peers, while others were looking for a group to help keep you accountable and set (and reach) goals.

We're excited to announce that, based on your feedback, we're bringing small photography groups to life starting this November.

These groups are designed to:

• Connect you with like-minded photographers

• Provide valuable feedback in a supportive environment

• Hold regular meetups to keep you motivated on your photography journey

What you can expect:

• Guest sessions with photo editors, art buyers, and gallerists for expert critiques and insights

• Creative collaboration projects with fellow group members

• Peer critique sessions to help you refine your work and hone your presentation skills

• Supportive, goal-focused groups to motivate you and review your progress.

Want to be a part of it? Become a premium (yearly) member for just $99/year. You’ll get access to these small groups and new activities launching in 2025.

ON FEATURE SHOOT

“The New Cubans” by Jean-François Bouchard

Shibari, tattoos, and drag queens are not the first things to come to mind when one thinks of Cuba. However, photographer Jean-François Bouchard shows us that there is an underground in Cuba that is diverse, creative, and highly aesthetic. Bouchard has been photographing hidden Cuba since 2016 and is releasing his book The New Cubans on November 7, 2024, at Paris Photo.

Read the interview on Feature Shoot.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Digital Camera World is looking for an editor (Remote)

National Geographic is looking for a production manager, photo camp (Washington, D.C.)

The New York Times is looking for a Deputy Manager, photo (NYC)

National Geographic is looking for a Photo Editor, Animals (Washington, D.C.)

Photoworks is looking for a Learning & Engagement Administrator (Brighton, England)

The New York Times is hiring a Visual Strategist, Social Visuals (NYC)

This Represents is hiring a Photography + Artists Agent (Los Angeles)

INSIGHT

LINKS AND NEWS

• ‘World’s Most Photographed Bear’ Grizzly 399 Killed in Car Accident

• More transparency for AI edits in Google Photos

• Celebrated photographer Tyler Mitchell joins Gagosian

• Patricia Homonylo, who captured an image of 4,000 birds that died by colliding with buildings, wins Bird Photographer of the Year

• HEIC, HEVC, JPEG, and ProRAW: What do these iPhone file types even mean?

• Missing photographer found with suspected snake bite after a week missing in Australia

WAYS WE CAN HELP YOU

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