Applications for The Bridge 2023 are open now! The application is free and anyone between the ages of 18-26 living in NYC 5 boroughs are invited to apply. At this live Q&A Zoom Event, we'll be talking about The Bridge and what it's about, who it's for, and what makes the ideal candidate. RSVP below to join the Zoom, and if you're unable to attend the live event, we'll let you know when we post the recording!
What is The Bridge?
The Bridge is a groundbreaking, 16-week vision for mentorship-based education, designed in collaboration with the American Society of Media Photographers New York to lift the barriers of Time, Money and Access and help talented young artists who face tough decisions about their road ahead.
By focusing on bringing together Students, Mentors, Industry vets and Educators, as well as exposing real-world working spaces and careers, we're able to share knowledge and experiences in a way that will enable students to build community with their peers, define their own success, and take confident steps towards achieving a sustainable career in the world of photography and art.
The full program consists of an 8-week course that meets 3 times a week (Sunday afternoons in studio, Tuesday evenings and Thursday evenings online), followed by a September Mentorship Month and a Final Exhibition for all students completing the course.
The Bridge 2023 Program Schedule
Classes: Jul 11 - Aug 31, 2023 (Meeting Sun 2-6pm, Tue 6-9pm and Thu 7-9pm)
Mentorship: Sep 5 - Oct 6, 2023
Exhibition: Nov 4, 2023
Eligibility
The Bridge is open to creative individuals of all backgrounds, aged 18-26, who are serious about, and committed to, becoming creative professionals.
Accepting applicants between the ages of 18-26 with residency within the New York City 5 boroughs (Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island) only. Prospective applicants must fill out the application form below and submit required materials.
The Bridge is free, but applications require a submitted portfolio of images and essay responses.