Penumbra Foundation

Penumbra Foundation Penumbra Foundation is a non profit photographic arts and education organization devoted to teaching

New to B&W Film Photography? Join us next month for our 3-Day Film Photography Intensive with David Vades Joseph ()! Ide...
06/05/2026

New to B&W Film Photography? Join us next month for our 3-Day Film Photography Intensive with David Vades Joseph ()!

Ideal for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this course covers the essential techniques of analog image making—from operating a 35mm film camera to processing negatives and making prints in the darkroom.

No prior darkroom or photography experience is needed. Tuition includes 2 rolls of film and 25 sheets of RC paper.

Tuesday - Thursday, July 21-23 | 10am-4pm

More info at the link in bio.

We are thrilled to share the recipients of the 2026 Penumbra Foundation Risograph Publication Residency, selected by thi...
06/04/2026

We are thrilled to share the recipients of the 2026 Penumbra Foundation Risograph Publication Residency, selected by this year’s jury, Catherine E. McKinley, Joshua Chuang, and Travis Shaffer.

Congratulations to the selected artists-in-residence:

✶ Mariamma Kambon - Call Me Brother
✶ Landon Nordeman - Portrait City
✶ Patricia Voulgaris - Disappearing Not Death

The jury also recognized finalists , , and .

We extend our gratitude to Catherine, Joshua, and Travis for their time and expertise, and to all of the artists who applied this year.

To learn more about each of the 2026 residents and their projects, swipe through and visit our website linked in bio.

The Risograph Residency is sponsored in part by the
Jacques and Natasha Gelman Foundation. Penumbra’s residency programs receive additional support from the Ruth Foundation for the Arts, Joy of Giving Something (JGS), The Lawrence Foundation, and are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Cover Image / Mariamma Kambon

What does it take to make and publish a photobook? 📕 Join , manager , and founder and director of , for Seven Secrets to...
06/04/2026

What does it take to make and publish a photobook? 📕 Join , manager , and founder and director of , for Seven Secrets to Photobook Success , a one-day workshop covering all aspects of photobook-making: from being mentally and financially prepared, to the techniques used for editing, production, marketing, and distribution.

Whether you’re a beginner or a professional, a photographer or a publisher, this class will provide an engaging and informative educational experience and a friendly introduction to the photobook community.

Sunday, August 2 | 10am-5pm

Limited seats! Sign up at the link in bio.

Image 1 © Miwa Susuda by Ayako Moriyama, Images 2-6 © Cover & spreads from “Solace” by Wing Shya (Session Press, 2024)

This Summer 2026, try out a new darkroom process, move a project forward, and connect with Penumbra’s creative community...
06/02/2026

This Summer 2026, try out a new darkroom process, move a project forward, and connect with Penumbra’s creative community.

June, July, and August are filled with workshops & online classes designed for photographers at any stage—from those just getting started to artists looking to refine their work.

Swipe through for a couple highlights + a quick guide on selecting tuition.

We hope to welcome you at Penumbra soon, whether it be in-person or online!

Cover image: toned cyanotypes by Jarrett Esaw ()

✶ Call for interns! We’re seeking two candidates for our 4-month digitization internship, a unique program offering part...
06/01/2026

✶ Call for interns! We’re seeking two candidates for our 4-month digitization internship, a unique program offering participants the opportunity to work with an established artist and digitize a project from their archive.

Using our state-of-the-art Digitization System, you’ll play a vital part in photographic preservation and the creation of an historical record.

Applicants should be early in their careers—either in school studying photography or demonstrating an equivalent commitment to a career in photography.

Benefits include a $4,000 stipend + $500 for transport and meals, training from industry professionals, hands-on experience working with a range of equipment, the opportunity to work with an established artist and their archive, access to Penumbra’s facilities and events, dedicated time to develop personal projects, and more.

Deadline: June 25th, 11:59pm EST

Apply at the link in bio.

Our Digitization System was made possible by a 2024 Capital Grant by New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Can’t make it to an in-person workshop, but still interested in learning alt processes? Join us for our 5-week online co...
06/01/2026

Can’t make it to an in-person workshop, but still interested in learning alt processes? Join us for our 5-week online course on cyanotype, salted paper, and albumen printing with Brittonie Fletcher () starting next month.⁠
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Designed for both beginners and experienced photographers, An Introduction to Alternative Process provides practical guidance on setting up a home workspace—whether in a kitchen, basement, or studio—while ensuring safe and accessible methods for printing.⁠
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Participants will learn how to source materials affordably, while creating a range of prints with different processes and toning methods, working with personal images, found objects, or cliché verres. While the course looks to the past, it also examines contemporary photographic practices, fostering a deeper understanding of the medium’s evolution. ⁠
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Sundays, June 21 - July 26 (skip July 5) | 1-4pm EST⁠
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More info at the link in bio. ⁠
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Images © Brittonie Fletcher. Prints 1-2: toned salt prints made from paper negatives. Print 3: toned cyanotype made from a cliché verre.

Tonight at the opening of Turm und Taxis, a solo exhibition by Witho Worms, on view in our Exhibition Space through July...
05/29/2026

Tonight at the opening of Turm und Taxis, a solo exhibition by Witho Worms, on view in our Exhibition Space through July 31st.

Witho will be leading a carbon printing demo next Tuesday, June 2, from 5-8pm, for those interested in learning more about the process. He’ll share methodologies and formulas for each step of the technique, before giving a live printing demonstration using pre-sensitized tissue and paper negatives. Attendees will be invited to participate, working together and seeing results in real time.

Learn more about the exhibition / register for the demo at the link in bio.

These prints & photograms were developed in homemade chemistry mixed from instant coffee & ingredients you might already...
05/28/2026

These prints & photograms were developed in homemade chemistry mixed from instant coffee & ingredients you might already have at home ☕️

Curious about this process? Join us for our one-day workshop with Brittonie Fletcher on Sunday, June 7th, and learn how to make paper developers from scratch. During class, we’ll explore how different chemical components influence tone, contrast, and color palette, and compare the results of DIY formulas to commercial options.

All materials will be provided. No prior darkroom experience is required to join.

Sunday, June 7 | 10am-6pm | *2 spots left!

Register at the link in bio.

Prints by Brittonie Fletcher and Penumbra students.

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