AbleVoices

AbleVoices In-person and virtual programming offered.

AbleVoices is a 501c3 org teaching photography to teens and adults with disabilities as a means for self-expression, creative and social outlets, and work-based learning.

PHun Friday: AbleVoices Is at Brews & Grooves! 📸We’re excited to have AbleVoices photographers at Waves, Inc. annual Br...
09/04/2026

PHun Friday: AbleVoices Is at Brews & Grooves! 📸

We’re excited to have AbleVoices photographers at Waves, Inc. annual Brews & Grooves fundraiser this year, camera in hand and ready to capture the evening!

On Thursday, September 17, our photographers will be at Highwoods Park Place in Franklin to photograph the event, including the music, activities, community, and the people who make this evening special.

Brews & Grooves brings the community together to support Waves and its work with children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We’re glad our photographers get to be part of the event and use their skills to help tell the story through photography.

We’ll be sharing some of the photos from the evening after the event, so be sure to follow along!

Learn more about Waves and Brews & Grooves: https://wavesinc.com/events/

PHun Friday: Future PHun 📸There’s a lot of PHun on the calendar this fall! From Photography Club outings to Photo Academ...
09/04/2026

PHun Friday: Future PHun 📸

There’s a lot of PHun on the calendar this fall! From Photography Club outings to Photo Academy sessions, we have plenty of opportunities coming up to get out, take photos, learn new skills, connect with fellow photographers, and have a good time along the way.

Consider this your save-the-date! 🍂 We’ll be sharing more details about our upcoming fall programming soon, but now is a great time to start thinking about joining us.

If you’ve been wanting to get involved with AbleVoices, fall programming is a great place to start. Check out the upcoming Photography Club and Photo Academy opportunities and sign up through our program registration page:

https://www.ablevoices.org/program-registration

We can’t wait to see what you photograph this fall!

Throwback Thursday: Celebrating Photography at BrightStone 📸Last week, we had the chance to celebrate the photographers ...
09/03/2026

Throwback Thursday: Celebrating Photography at BrightStone 📸

Last week, we had the chance to celebrate the photographers from our Photography for Self-Expression program at BrightStone in Franklin, Tennessee.

On August 27, BrightStone hosted a reception showcasing photographs created by participants during their AbleVoices photography program. It was a chance for photographers, family members, friends, and members of the BrightStone community to come together and see their work on display.

Through Photography for Self-Expression, participants learn photography skills while using their cameras to capture the people, places, objects, and experiences that matter to them. The photographs become a way to share their perspectives with others.

We’re grateful to BrightStone for helping create a space where these photographers can learn, create, and share their work.

Learn more about Photography for Self-Expression: https://www.ablevoices.org/pse-in-person

Wednesday Wisdom: What Is Aperture? 📸You may have seen settings on your camera like f/1.8, f/4, or f/11 and wondered, “W...
09/02/2026

Wednesday Wisdom: What Is Aperture? 📸

You may have seen settings on your camera like f/1.8, f/4, or f/11 and wondered, “What do those numbers actually mean?”

That’s your aperture, or the opening in your camera’s lens that controls how much light enters. Aperture is measured in f-stops.

Here’s the part that can feel backwards: a smaller f-stop number means a wider opening. For example, f/1.8 lets in more light and can create a blurry background that helps your subject stand out. This can be great for portraits, wildlife, or low-light photography.

A larger f-stop number means a smaller, more closed aperture. Settings like f/8 or f/11 let in less light but keep more of the scene in focus, which can be useful for landscapes or group photos.

Wednesday Wisdom: Don’t be afraid of those confusing camera settings. Understanding one at a time can help you take more control of your photographs.

Happy 29 Charlie!!!You've been an amazing worker at AbleVoices the past year! You lift all our spirits, and bring a smil...
09/01/2026

Happy 29 Charlie!!!

You've been an amazing worker at AbleVoices the past year! You lift all our spirits, and bring a smile to everyone's face! We hope you have the best day of the year!

08/29/2026



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PHun Friday: Fall Registration Is OPEN! 📸Fall PHun is officially on the calendar! From Photography Club outings to Photo...
08/28/2026

PHun Friday: Fall Registration Is OPEN! 📸

Fall PHun is officially on the calendar! From Photography Club outings to Photo Academy sessions, we have a full lineup of opportunities to get out and take photos, learn new skills, connect with fellow photographers, and, of course, have some PHun along the way.

If you’ve been thinking about joining AbleVoices, now is the time! Our fall programming registration is live, and we’d love to have you join us for the upcoming season.

Check out the upcoming Photography Club and Photo Academy programs and sign up here:

https://www.ablevoices.org/program-registration

Grab your camera, bring your creativity, and get ready for a fall full of photography, PHriends, and PHun! 🍂

Throwback Thursday: Connecting Through the Lens 📸Last Friday, August 21, AbleVoices had the opportunity to be part of th...
08/27/2026

Throwback Thursday: Connecting Through the Lens 📸

Last Friday, August 21, AbleVoices had the opportunity to be part of the TN Disability Megaconference, where we led a session focused on the power of photography as a tool for self-expression, empowerment, and advocacy.

Our session, “Connecting Through the Lens: Using Photography for Self-Expression, Empowerment, and Advocacy,” explored how photography can give people with disabilities a way to share their perspectives, communicate their experiences, and have their voices seen.

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us and took part in the conversation. Events like this give us an opportunity to connect with others who believe in making space for disability voices and creative expression.

What does photography help you express?

Learn more about AbleVoices at https://www.ablevoices.org/

Wednesday Wisdom: Optical vs. Digital Zoom 📸Ever wonder why your zoomed-in photos sometimes look sharp and sometimes loo...
08/26/2026

Wednesday Wisdom: Optical vs. Digital Zoom 📸

Ever wonder why your zoomed-in photos sometimes look sharp and sometimes look blurry? It may come down to the kind of zoom your camera is using.

Optical zoom uses the camera’s lens to bring your subject closer. The result is usually a sharper image with more detail.

Digital zoom enlarges the image using software. It can help you get closer to your subject, but the more you zoom, the more detail you may lose.

Here’s an easy way to see the difference: imagine you’re photographing a bird from afar. 🐦 If you use digital zoom to enlarge the bird, it may start to look blurry or pixelated. With optical zoom, you can bring the bird closer while keeping more of those details.

A simple way to tell? Try zooming in on something with lots of fine detail. If the image stays sharp, your camera may be using optical zoom. If it quickly becomes blurry, you’re probably relying on digital zoom.

Wednesday Wisdom: Know your camera, understand your tools, and make the most of what you have.

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Brentwood, TN
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