CLASS REGISTRATON

Winter '26 class registration opens in december!

We believe in the power of photography! Youth in Focus is committed to making sure you have a place to be creative, heard, foster community, and connect with your peers. This is a great place to start your photography journey, or for returning students, a great place to hone in your skills! Check out our new classes below and sign up!

All Youth in Focus programs are free, and we provide free bus passes if needed. All supplies and equipment are provided. We are committed to equitable arts access for ALL youth.

Open to any teen between the ages of 13-19.

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Free

Intermediate Darkroom w/ Chloe

Jan 21
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March 18, 2026
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Building on the skills from Beginning Darkroom, this class encourages students to work on an artistic theme throughout the course, culminating in two final prints that work as a series. Youth will use a variety of cameras, manual and automatic, and more advanced technical skills are introduced, depending on the student level. 120 film and medium-format cameras can be incorporated as well.

Prerequisite: Must have taken Beginning Digital with Youth in Focus within the last year

Free

Event Photography @ Emerald City Comic Con w/ Cennady

Jan 21
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March 18, 2025
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

We are excited to be partnering again with Emerald City Comic Con for a special digital photography course! The primary focus will be on studio portraiture, lighting elements, event photography, and exploring the intersections of pop culture and visual media. Take your photo game to the next level as you learn skills to prepare for professional photography gigs - with YIF, ECCC, and beyond. This course includes a 2-day pass to Emerald City Comic Con, with one class being held onsite at the Convention Center on Saturday, March 7th.

Eligibility

  • Must have taken a Beginning/Intermediate Digital after-school class or summer camp (off-site partnerships not included) 
  • Have taken an in-person class between 2024 to now
  • Must be free Saturday, March 7th, to attend Comic Con
Our free and accessible programming is supported by our amazing partners!