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Houston Center for Photography

Session 1) Presenting Your Work: Building Your Portfolio

Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 – Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016

07:00 PM – 09:00 PM
US/Central

Class meets four Thursdays: January 21st, 28th, February 4th & 11th, from 7:00–9:00 pm.

At some point in their careers, photographers are faced with the challenge or putting together their portfolio. Are you getting ready to present your work to galleries or to participate in an art fair? In this class, you will learn what exactly a portfolio is and how to prepare for it. You will be guided through the process of organizing and editing your work and you will also learn how to write an artist statement and biography. Information about sales and pricing will be included as well as a discussion about how to approach galleries and other organizations that show photography.

About the Class

What to bring to class:
Body of work

Suggested pre-requisites:
Photography I: Learning the Basics
Composition I: From Good to Great
Photography II: Beyond the Basics

Suggested Classes to Continue Education:
Presenting Your Work: Creating a Body of Work

Instructor Jean-Sebastien Boncy

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HOURS & ADMISSION

  • Wednesday & Thursday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Friday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Saturday & Sunday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Closed major holidays, including Easter, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.
  • $150 HCP Members / $190 Regular price

Directions & Parking

  • Free Parking
  • Street Parking
  • Parking lot is located at the front of the building. Street parking available in surrounding residential area.

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