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 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. Thank you for your interest and good shooting.
Jack Wild, Founder MFA/MS Photography
Peter Barnick, Network Organizer
Featured event
DAY OF THE DEAD - Esplande Park, Fort Lauderdale, Saturday, November 7th 2026
You are cordially invited to this annual “out-of-the-ordinary" Day of the Dead photowalk event to challenge your Street Photography skills, as well as sharpen your urban scenery talents. You’ll be able to practice Street / Documentary Photography under various types of lighting conditions, while anticipating and executing under exciting decisive moments opportunities.
The Downtown Day of the Dead Celebration in Fort Lauderdale is a special festival that will happen on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, at / and around Esplanade Park (400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale), along the Riverwalk. The FESTIVAL is from 3:00 – 5:00 pm, with displays of “Day of the Dead” costumes, performers, interesting characters, and food vendors. This celebration culminates at dusk with a spectacular STROLL at 6:00 pm. There is a BLOCK PARTY from 5:00 to 11:00 pm on SW 3 Avenue. The whole event runs from 3 pm to 11 pm. Come and enjoy all of it OR just the parts you want.
Parking can be found at the Arts and Science District Garage and the Government Center Parking Garage.
We’ll meet and start our photowalk at the front of the AutoNation IMAX Theater right across the street from Esplanade Park on W. Las Olas at 4:00 PM. After we convene you can enjoy the event and leave at your convenience.
Parking: There is metered street parking and parking garages around the area.
Photos opportunities: This is a great opportunity for street photography, costumes, makeup artists and performers.
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a moderate zoom and / or wide-angle lens.
TAOP PHOTO CHALLENGE - A Day of the Dead Album will be created for the event. Post three (3) of your best photographs from the event. Submission deadline is FRIDAY THE 13TH 2026 at 7 pm.
A BEST PHOTO FROM THE MEETUP ALBUM WILL BECOME THE PERMANENT COVER FOR THE EVENT and the name of the winning photographer will also be displayed on the album cover. There will not be any honorable mentions.
Upcoming events
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🌐 SAT 11/7 at 10 AM ONLINE PHOTOGRAPHY REVIEW & DISCUSSION
·OnlineOnline8 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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_____________________________________________________7 attendees from this group DAY OF THE DEAD - Esplande Park, Fort Lauderdale, Saturday, November 7th 2026
Arts & Science District Garage, 101 SW 5th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USYou are cordially invited to this annual “out-of-the-ordinary" Day of the Dead photowalk event to challenge your Street Photography skills, as well as sharpen your urban scenery talents. You’ll be able to practice Street / Documentary Photography under various types of lighting conditions, while anticipating and executing under exciting decisive moments opportunities.
The Downtown Day of the Dead Celebration in Fort Lauderdale is a special festival that will happen on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, at / and around Esplanade Park (400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale), along the Riverwalk. The FESTIVAL is from 3:00 – 5:00 pm, with displays of “Day of the Dead” costumes, performers, interesting characters, and food vendors. This celebration culminates at dusk with a spectacular STROLL at 6:00 pm. There is a BLOCK PARTY from 5:00 to 11:00 pm on SW 3 Avenue. The whole event runs from 3 pm to 11 pm. Come and enjoy all of it OR just the parts you want.
Parking can be found at the Arts and Science District Garage and the Government Center Parking Garage.
We’ll meet and start our photowalk at the front of the AutoNation IMAX Theater right across the street from Esplanade Park on W. Las Olas at 4:00 PM. After we convene you can enjoy the event and leave at your convenience.
Parking: There is metered street parking and parking garages around the area.
Photos opportunities: This is a great opportunity for street photography, costumes, makeup artists and performers.
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a moderate zoom and / or wide-angle lens.
TAOP PHOTO CHALLENGE - A Day of the Dead Album will be created for the event. Post three (3) of your best photographs from the event. Submission deadline is FRIDAY THE 13TH 2026 at 7 pm.
A BEST PHOTO FROM THE MEETUP ALBUM WILL BECOME THE PERMANENT COVER FOR THE EVENT and the name of the winning photographer will also be displayed on the album cover. There will not be any honorable mentions.
21 attendees
SAT 11/14 at 2 pm - LIVE Photography Review & Discussion
Broward County Main Library, 100 South Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, USThis is monthly series is designed for more experienced photographers. Discussion will bring to your attention how to make your photographs more artistic.
Sessions are open to the public. Seating is limited to 30 Total. If we see that demand exceeds supply, we will try to offer more sessions with different attendees.
Location
Broward County Main Library
100 S Andrews Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
In the 5th floor classroom, the NW corner of the Library
Metered garage and street parking are available.
FYI: Future Dates
Sat, Dec 19
We will continue this program in 2027, but dates are TBD.How to Attend/What to Expect:
- Click the Attend button.
- Bring a PC-readable thumb drive (aka pen drive, flash drive, USB stick) with three (3) JPG images in a separate directory for quick access.
- Arrive a bit early because WE CANNOT GUARANTEE SEATING.
- Time permitting, we will project everyone's images on a large monitor and discuss them.
Please Be Kind
If you sign up and find that you cannot attend, please change your RSVP ASAP to make it possible for someone on our waiting list to attend.Art/Photography Glossary
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