Program areas at Colorado Photographic Arts Center
Education-cpac's program of classes, workshops and lectures, including photovox, is geared toward creative development for artists seeking to further their skills and careers and developing programs that engage audiences in dialogue and exploration of contemporary photography. In addition, cpac provides resources to emerging artists, darkroom and digital labs open to the public, and portfolio reviews. In the summer, teen programming is offered. The veterans workshop series started in 2017 is a rigorous, free education program that gives local military veterans an accessible pathway to the professional photography world. Over six months, students learn to develop a formal portfolio through in-depth workshops and mentoring sessions. The program culminates in a public exhibition at cpac and a published catalog. In addition, the program offers veterans a safe, accessible, positive way to channel emotions, express creativity, gain confidence, integrate with society, and build community.
Exhibitions-cpac presents an extensive program of exhibitions with a strong emphasis on contemporary ideas and approaches to the medium. Exhibitions continue to present nationally recognized artists from both Colorado and out-of-state, and regional artists who are developing careers and refining concepts. Each calendar year averages seven exhibition slots for a total of 7-10 separate shows. Exhibitions range from solo to group shows and represent between 1 and 30+ artists in each. A more cohesive focus to its programming.
Mop-month of photography denver (mop), founded in 2004, is a biennial festival that celebrates the Photographic medium through exhibits, events and programs at more than 80 venues throughout the denver metro region. The next mop festival will take place in march 2025 and will present dynamic programming designed to inspire and invigorate the photography community, as well as offer a comprehensive resource of Photographic exhibitions and events to the public. Mop 2025 will include two days of portfolio reviews, a public portfolio walk, exhibitions, artist talks, panel discussions, tours, receptions, and other events.