named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Artist-in-Residence Program
Hosts national and international artists for solo exhibitions, such as Marina Mónaco’s U.S. debut, supported by NYC-SPC and curated by Jorge Garcia and Bora Kim.
Exhibition Program
Curated exhibitions showcasing underrepresented photographers, including solo and group shows such as "Catch and Keep" and "A Call from the Void," providing visibility and professional development opportunities.
Photojournalism Training
Introductory workshops in photojournalism, including the "Intro to Photojournalism Workshop" led by John Taggart, covering real-world reporting in diverse weather and urban conditions.
Street Photography Workshops
Hands-on workshops teaching street photography techniques, led by professional photographers such as Sonia Goydenko, Sam Ferris, and John Taggart, often held in iconic NYC locations like Coney Island and Times Square.
Visual Storytelling & Publishing Workshops
Programs like "From Image to Impact" and "Intro to Zine Design" that teach photographers how to sequence, edit, and publish photo essays and zines for broader public engagement.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Host photography exhibitions and public eventsOrganizes and hosts solo, group, and two-person photography exhibitions in Brooklyn, including opening receptions, with a focus on street photography and community life in New York City. Exhibitions include curated selections of archival prints, video works, and sculptural installations, such as the U.S. debut of international artists and themed group shows featuring local and national photographers.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Offer photography education programsProvides a range of photography classes and workshops for the public, youth, and schools, covering foundational to advanced topics including manual camera operation, film photography, darkroom techniques, photojournalism, flash photography, composition, and portfolio development. Programs include semester-long courses, multi-day intensives, and one-day introductory sessions led by professional photographers.
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Artist and Curatorial Publications 1 activity
- Produce zines and publicationsProduces and releases photographic zines, such as _LOUD.exe_ by Sean Fryxell, often in conjunction with exhibition openings, as part of efforts to support and disseminate the work of emerging and resident photographers.
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Art Programs for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Provide photography instruction to youth with disabilitiesDelivers a 6–8 week introductory photography program using film cameras to high school students at the League Center, a nonprofit serving individuals with psychiatric and developmental disabilities, fostering creative expression and skill development.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Run artist residency and grant programAwards $1,000, free photo lab services, unlimited lab access, and solo exhibition opportunities at the Contact Gallery in Brooklyn to emerging street photographers through a bi-annual residency program.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Host ongoing critique and artist talk seriesFacilitates bi-monthly group photo critiques and a monthly artist talk series called "Camera Work," along with movie nights, to build community among photographers and support peer learning and artistic exchange.
- Operate photography lab and equipment rental serviceOffers hourly, half-day, full-day, and membership-based access to high-resolution film scanners (Hasselblad Imacon 949, Noritsu LS-1100) and printing services for DIY film photographers, supporting independent creative production.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$199K
Contributions & grants$1K1%
Program service revenue$189K95%
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expenses
Total expenses$92K
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balance sheet
Total assets$0
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Net assets$0
3 years on record · 2023–2025 · YoY revenue +24.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 2
- bora kim — Director of Gallery & Head Curator
- jorge garcia — executive director
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Brooklyn Brewery Funder — Provides support for the Staring at the Sun exhibition by Sam Ferris.
- Contact Photo Partner — Collaborates with Contact Photo to offer photography classes and educational programming
- Iron Velvet Partner — Collaborated with Iron Velvet to organize the exhibition "A Thousand Perspectives: Seoul Street Photography."
- KEH Camera Funder — Provides financial or in-kind support for Contact Photo's youth programs.
- LOOK Publishing Network — Co-founded and operated by Joseph Rovegno and Alexandria Barcenas, an independent art and photography book publisher specializing in handmade, analog books.
- LOOK Publishing Partner — Collaborates on an intro to zine design workshop covering sequencing, design, printing, and binding.
- LOOK Publishing Partner — Collaborates on the 365 Day Tearaway Calendar exhibition featuring photographers from LOOK Publishing’s calendar.
- LOOK Publishing Partner — Collaborates with LOOK Publishing to celebrate the photographers behind its sold-out tearaway calendar.
- League Center Partner — Collaborates with League Center to deliver a photography program for high school students with psychiatric and developmental disabilities.
- National Endowment for the Arts Funder — Provides financial support for Contact Photo's youth programs.
- Printique Funder — Provides support for the Staring at the Sun exhibition by Sam Ferris.
- Sam Ferris Partner — Presented the solo exhibition "Staring at the Sun" featuring the work of Sydney-based street photographer Sam Ferris.
- Sean Fryxell Partner — Collaborated with street photographer and graphic designer Sean Fryxell on the solo exhibition "Attention Economy".
- Stefaun Maldonado Partner — Featured artist in a solo exhibition documenting pigeon flying culture in Brooklyn.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Based Artist Developmentmethodology: inclusive_artist_developmentBy providing underrepresented and emerging photographers with access to resources, training, and exhibition opportunities, the organization fosters artistic growth and public visibility because equitable access to infrastructure and mentorship enables sustained creative engagement and professional advancement.
- Community-Centered Creative Practicemethodology: community_centered_creative_spaceBy fostering a local photography collective that shares equipment, space, and knowledge, the organization strengthens individual and collective artistic expression because sustained community engagement and resource pooling reduce economic and social barriers to creative production.
- Documentary Photography as Social Reflectionmethodology: collective_reflection_through_documentaryBy curating group exhibitions and long-term documentary projects focused on urban life and marginalized communities, the organization promotes public engagement and collective reflection because thematically linked visual narratives reveal shared social conditions and foster empathetic understanding.
- Experiential Photography Educationmethodology: experiential_learningBy combining hands-on learning, personalized guidance, and immersive observation training, the organization builds confidence and competence in photographers because experiential methods overcome psychological barriers and deepen observational skills more effectively than theoretical instruction alone.