About
Making art is often a very solitary venture.
Whether we’re making images, music or crafting words, we are often alone.
And that’s unfortunate because the best ideas, the best work comes from the inspiration and associations we find in the world at large.
And, that's what A Photographers Place is all about.
A Photographers Place is where photographers can learn and grow, exchange ideas freely, nurture their talents, and allow the photographic artist the space and the means to explore possibilities.
The best ideas come from associations and experiences, not sitting alone in a room.
There’s a reason The Beatles were the one of the most successful collaborative ventures in history. They took ideas and inspiration from everywhere. Only Beethoven spent more time alone in a room. And even he occasionally went out for a country walk…
At A Photographers Place, we’re building a community where photographers can come together, find inspiration, share ideas, and grow in their craft. Whether you’re just starting out, exploring new creative directions, or have years of experience behind the lens, there’s a place for you here.
A Photographers Place - Ray Pfeiffer, Founder
A Photographers Place Resources
Darkroom
APP Women’s Collective
The APP Women’s Collective is a member group of women photographers who believe in the power of shared vision and shared space. Formed to challenge the competitive norms of the art world, they aim to foster a community where collaboration takes precedence and women’s perspectives are centered.
For more details on meeting dates and times, check out our Events Page.
Movie Night
Each month we screen a documentary or feature film highlighting the life and career of a photographic artist
These events are FREE and open to the public.
For more details on dates and times, check out our Events Page.
We have 4 enlarger workstations, 9ft sink, film developing tanks, film drying cabinet, light tables, and both fibre and RC paper dryers. In short, everything a photographer needs to create work in the analog space.
Regular access is limited to our members but we do host workshops and events open to everyone that showcase our facilities.
Print Lab
Our members have access to Canon 1100 17” and 2600 24” printers. Regular access is limited to our members but we do host workshops and events open to everyone that showcase our facilities.
We also offer printing services for clients throughout the Triangle and beyond.
For a list of services and pricing go to our Print Lab page.
Forum Critique Group
Each month on the First and Third Wednesdays, we invite members to share work for feedback and support. While only members may share work, the meetings are free and open to the public.
First Wednesday meetings are in person and Third Wednesday meetings are virtual.
For more details on dates and times, check out our Events Page.
Member Library
Our member library has over 600 books and periodicals for members to reference and find inspiration.
This is not a lending library but a steadily growing resource center for members to learn and grow.
Photographers Round Table
APP Round Table is an ongoing series of discussions designed to spark conversation, expand vision and build connections. The group meets the last Thursday of each month and is for members but we always invite anyone that would like to learn more about our community.
We even have the round table!
For more details on dates and times, check out our Events Page.
Open House
Every Saturday between 11:00am & 3:00pm we host an open house. We invite anyone that would like to learn more about our community to attend.
And on the last Saturday of each month we bring donuts!
Galleries
We have three gallery spaces:
Zone I Gallery: where we host curated exhibits 6 times a year.
Zone X Gallery: where we host monthly calls for work.
Member Gallery: where we host exhibits with work by our members.
On the First Friday of each month we host receptions for the openings of our Zone X and Member exhibitions.
To find out more about our monthly calls go to our Exhibition Page.
