An element of Back to the Lab's mission is to develop an interest in photography in underserved communities, particularly with young people. We're living in an era where taking a photo with a cellphone is almost an instinct in kids, which is great. But we want to expand on that, and help open a new realm of possibilities in how a generation can share their story through photography.
As part of our free photography workshops (and issues-based programming), we explore how to use photography as a means of expression and a tool for documenting a personal and community story. We cover both the technical aspects of photography, and delve into the concepts of storytelling and photography language.
We’re always excited to have guest photographers join us at our classes; in upcoming workshops, they will share niche knowledge and experience, lead practical field trips, and encourage our students to prepare their own personal issues-based documentary photo project to be presented at the workshop finale.
Back to the Lab welcomes you to be part of something bigger: Let's build the future of photography together through our free programming for youth in underserved communities in Brooklyn (Sunset Park), Queens (Long Island City), and the indigenous communities of the Sierra Mixe, Oaxaca, Mexico (Tamazulapam).
Learn More: http://backtothelab.org