About us
A COMMUNITY FOR ARTISTIC AND CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY.
Welcome to The Art of Photography International! Our purpose is to spark creativity, open new doors, incite discussion and learn from each other in a positive and sharing environment. The program is designed to facilitate the merging of the principles of art and graphic design with excellent camera craft. To take each one of us no matter what level of experience to places, levels and worlds that are out of our comfort zone. Our review/discussion programs, our photo shoots and educational sessions are free. Your submissions for discussion are for you to choose without regard to theme or genre. However, because we are a public group, we ask that you refrain from submitting photos of nudes or with sexual content. We recommend uploading photos at 72 dpi, with the longer side 2048 pixels.
To cultivate artistic discernment and good sportsmanship and encourage focused creativity, we hold a monthly themed, contest judged by founder Jack Wild. He selects one winner and several honorable mentions. Every event photo shoot has a challenge with one winner.
The Art Of Photography began as a Museum Art School program in 2002 and has expanded to over 18,000 members worldwide, so many of whom have grown into exceptional photographers that are hugely represented in international award shows. We are truly excited for your participation and look forward to your development as creative and artistic photographers.
Jack Wild, Founder MFA/MS Photography
Peter Barnick, Network Organizer
IMPORTANT LINKS
Photography articles and the Glossary are now located at:
đ´ TAOP Papers and Articles
đ´ Glossary (A-Z) for The Art of Photography
đ´ TAOP International Photo Albums
Upcoming events
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- Network event
đ SUN 2/22 at 10 AM ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY REVIEW & DISCUSSION
¡OnlineOnline61 attendees from 6 groupsđ This is your Invitation to another great Online Photography Event đ
đĽ Please follow our Event page as we are now alternating our Sat/Sun sessions.
Notes:
¡ You do not have to be a member of the Art of Photography International to attend this event.
¡ However, to submit a photo to the session photo album, you must be a member of The Art of Photography International site.
¡ You can join with this link The Art of Photography International, then click on the red "JOIN THIS SITE" bar icon.
Instructions:
â Upload only ONE photo to the Session album AFTER you see the âWelcome âŚâ photo slide (AFTER 5 pm on Sunday and BEFORE the day of the Sat/Sun of the Session).
â You must be attending in order for your image to be reviewed during a session.
â A maximum of 30 photographs will be considered for review as time and content allow.
â Following the sessions the albums will be deleted after 5 pm on Sunday. If you wish to save your image and comments move your photo to the PHOTOGRAPHERS OPEN FORUM album.
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As part of the larger Meetup Community, pay particular attention to âUsage and Content Policiesâ at
https://help.meetup.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002897532-Usage-and-content-policies-Rules-for-using-Meetup
Remember, with all your comments and downloads on The Art of Photography Meetup site, act with Integrity, Kindness, Compassion, Respect and Be Safe. Thank You.
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Foundations Photoshop Virtual Summit
Location not specified yetIf you are someone who has always wanted to learn Photoshop but as intimidated by it's complexity here is a fantanstic way to jump into it with no investment other than time. ***That means it's free! ***Five days of free Photoshop instruction by some of the worlds best instructors. This event is intended for the newbie to Photoshop but others just might find something new too. I have attended many of these summits hosted by Dave Cross and have always come away more knowlegable and inspired. I hope you will take a look at this opportunity to grow your photographic skills.
Here is the link for all the information you you will need,
Photoshop Virtual Summit FoundationsYou must register (free) through the Summitt website
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ANNOUNCING⌠THE SECOND MILLE MIGLIA FLORIDA FINAL STAGE
Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL, USANNOUNCEMENT AND OPEN INVITATION...
Please note that in a few days (Friday, February 20 -starting in Naples, FL- through Monday, February 23 -ending at the Biltmore Hotel at around 1:42 pm- in Coral Gables), you could witness and enjoy one of the historic and âThe Most Beautiful Race of the Worldâ -known as the 2026 Mille Miglia race in Florida (organized by 1000 Miglia Experience Florida).The 2026 Mile Miglia Florida is the second yearâs 1,000 Miglia Experience, HONORING the Famous Italian âMille Migliaâ (Thousand Miles) Open-Road Race established in 1927 -from Brescia to Rome and back, that ran until 1957 and was considered the most beautiful race of its time.
FOR ALL THE INFORMATION ON THE EVENT ITINERARY, ROUTE, ETC. PLEASE VISIT: https://1000migliaexperienceflorida.us/.
The race circuit is very interesting and extensive, driving through most of South / Central Florida cities, starting in Naples and carrying on through Ft Meyers, Charlotte, Venice, Sarasota, St Pete, Clearwater, Dunedin, Tampa (Ybor City), Lakeland, Sebring, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Miami Beach, and Coral Gables.
For those members interested⌠I am planning to attend the last stage of the Mille Miglia course at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables on Monday, February 23rd at the 1:42 pm estimated time. Please note that I would like to share this unique photo experience and welcome all members interested in joining me.
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đ Presenting 2/25 at 7 pm: iPhoneography by Elise S, Arnold P and Gary L
¡OnlineOnline0 attendees from 0 groupsâWhat the âIâ Seesâ: An iPhoneography Presentation
In this presentation Elise Schreiber, Arnold Plotnick and Gary Levy
will share how their âiâ sees: from journalistic street moments to lyrical, interpretive imagery and beyond, highlighting the surprising power of the phone we carry every day.iPhoneographyâa word born with the release of the first iPhone in 2007âhas evolved into an entire creative discipline. What began with a simple 2-megapixel camera has grown into a remarkably powerful tool: high dynamic range, multiple lenses, panorama and macro capabilities, and an ever-expanding universe of editing apps right at your fingertips. Traveling light with an iPhone lets photographers act instantly, remain unobtrusive, and experiment freely with angles, close-ups, long exposures, and low-light scenesâopening creative doors that bulky gear sometimes canât.
Elise Schreiber
Elise Schreiber is a British retired interior designer now residing in Tampa, FL whose photographs have been exhibited at the Laurie Tennent Studio in Michigan and the Henri Vincenot Public Library in Venarey-Les Laumes, France. Her work is often inspired by light, atmosphere, and the fleeting, impressionistic scenes she encounters.Arnold Plotnick
Arnold Plotnick is a New Yorkâbased street and travel photographer and a longtime organizer in The Art of Photography NYC. Known for his keen eye, inventive approach, and wry sense of humor, his images have been featured in Black & White Magazine, KLICK: The Magazine for Street Photographers, and Mobiography Magazine. His ongoing visual storytelling appears on his blog, The Everyday Frame (theeverydayframeblog.com).Gary Levy
Gary Levy resides in Margate, NJ.Gary won a âBest of Showâ award in Ocean City Art Centerâs 2019 Annual Photo Contest, and a 2020 month-long solo photo show there. Heâs had images published in Black & White Magazine, plus a âSpotlight Award.â Heâs received recognition in the International Color, and Black & White Spider Awards. Eight of Garyâs photos are permanently on display in the Margate City, NJ Public Library.52 attendees from this group
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