About us
A COMMUNITY FOR ARTISTIC AND CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY.
Welcome New York to The Art of Photography! Our purpose is to spark creativity, open new doors, incite discussion and learn from each other in a positive and sharing environment. The basis of which is 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. To grow, to see, to inspire unique visions. 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.
The Art of Photography began as a museum art school program in 2002 and has expanded to over 20,000 members worldwide. So many of whom have grown into exceptional photographers that are hugely represented in international award shows. New York, we are truly excited for your participation and look forward to your development as Artistic and Creative Photographers. Be on the lookout for some very exciting photo shoots and presentations that will be posted on an on-going basis. Also join our International Site to check out over 300 photo albums created by our members. Thank you for your interest and good shooting.
Jack Wild, Founder MFA/MS Photography
Peter Barnick, Network Organizer
Doug Caroli, NYC Organizer
🔴 TAOP Papers and Articles
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🔴 TAOP NYC Photo Albums
Upcoming events
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Les Fincher: Photographing Laurie Anderson's Concert Film (Nov 12, 2026)
Leica Store & Gallery, 406 W 13th st, New York City, NY, USHello Fellow NYC TAOP Members
Join us at the Leica Store and Gallery on Thursday, November 12th, at
6:30 pm for an evening with photographer Les Fincher. Les shot the cover photography for Laurie Anderson's 1986 concert film and album "Home of the Brave," and he'll sit down with Leica Gallery Director Michael Foley to talk about his exhibition, "Behind the Scenes of Laurie Anderson's Home of the Brave."
It is a rare chance to hear firsthand how he photographed one of the most inventive performance artists of the 1980s, and to see the work in person. It should be a good night for anyone into music, performance, or documentary photography.Ticket Links:
Les Fincher : Photographing Laurie Anderson's Home of the Brave Tickets, Thursday, November 12 • 6:30 PM - 8 PM | EventbriteTickets for these events are free & going fast, so don't delay.
Meeting Location
Location: Leica Gallery is located at 406 W 13th Street, New York, NY
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026Please Note: We will not be meeting as a group for these events.
10 attendees- Network event
🌐 SUN 11/15 at 10 AM ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY REVIEW & DISCUSSION
·OnlineOnline14 attendees from 5 groups👉 This is your Invitation to another great Online Photography Event 👈
💥 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 to Submit a Photo for a Zoom Session
✅ Go to The Art of Photography International, and click on the relevant Zoom session under Upcoming Events. Then scroll down to find the Welcome screen.
✅ Upload only ONE photo to the Session album AFTER you see the “Welcome …” photo slide (AFTER 5 pm on Sunday and BEFORE the day of the Sat/Sun of the Session).
✅ If you don't see a Welcome screen, you are either on the wrong page or too early to submit for the upcoming session.
✅ You must be attending in order for your image to be reviewed during a session.
✅ A maximum of 30 photographs will be considered for review as time and content allow.
✅ 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 “Usage and Content Policies” 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.
_____________________________________________________1 attendee from this group - Network event
🌐 SAT 11/21 at 10 AM ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY REVIEW & DISCUSSION
·OnlineOnline10 attendees from 5 groups👉 This is your Invitation to another great Online Photography Event 👈
💥 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 to Submit a Photo for a Zoom Session
✅ Go to The Art of Photography International, and click on the relevant Zoom session under Upcoming Events. Then scroll down to find the Welcome screen.
✅ Upload only ONE photo to the Session album AFTER you see the “Welcome …” photo slide (AFTER 5 pm on Sunday and BEFORE the day of the Sat/Sun of the Session).
✅ If you don't see a Welcome screen, you are either on the wrong page or too early to submit for the upcoming session.
✅ You must be attending in order for your image to be reviewed during a session.
✅ A maximum of 30 photographs will be considered for review as time and content allow.
✅ 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.
_____________________________________________________
As part of the larger Meetup Community, pay particular attention to “Usage and Content Policies” 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.
_____________________________________________________1 attendee from this group 
Arnold Plotnick presents RULES? WHAT RULES?-Wed., Jan 13, 7 pm
·OnlineOnlineRules? What Rules?
From the streets of New York to the far corners of the worldFor years, Arnold Plotnick challenged himself to take and share at least one photograph every day. Then came rotator cuff surgery, four weeks in a sling, and a sudden change of plans. No more daily quotas or pressure to produce. He'd simply photograph whatever caught his eye. And as it turns out, quite a lot catches Arnold's eye. For better or worse.
Join Arnold for a lively, occasionally irreverent photographic journey through a year of wandering, observing, and finding the extraordinary in the ordinary. From New York's sidewalks and subways to Amsterdam, Anguilla, Mexico, Peru, and Egypt, he'll share his favorite images and the stories behind them.
Along the way, he'll explore what makes an ordinary photograph memorable, be it creative compositions, unconventional edits, perfect timing, or just plain luck.
Expect clever juxtapositions, odd characters, happy accidents, and the occasional assault on good taste.
Arnold Plotnick is an award-winning photographer and member of The Art of Photography International. His photographs and writing have appeared in Black & White Magazine, KLICK: The Magazine for Street Photographers, and Mobiography Magazine. His photography and stories can be found at The Everyday Frame
Come for the photography. Stay for the questionable judgment.
15 attendees
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