Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Oakland, CA
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Oakland!
Led by BWP member Alexis Floyd, this guided photo walk will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
RSVP via our Eventbrite link.
We can’t wait to see Oakland in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Philly, PA
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Philadelphia!
Led by BWP member Ursula Johnson, this guided photo walk will take place from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
RSVP via our Eventbrite link.
We can’t wait to see Philly in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Atlanta, GA
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Atlanta!
Led by BWP members Deena, Janice and Denise, this guided photo walk will take place from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
We can’t wait to see Atlanta in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Boston, MA
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Boston!
Led by BWP member Dani Hardy, this guided photo walk will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
We can’t wait to see Boston in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Baltimore, MD
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Baltimore, Maryland!
Led by BWP member Taylor Crawford, this guided photo walk will take place from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
We can’t wait to see Baltimore in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Abuja, Nigeria
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Abuja, Nigeria!
Led by BWP member Alexandra Obochi, this guided photo walk will take place from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM local Abuja time on Sunday, February 22nd. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
We can’t wait to see Abuja in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Nairobi, Kenya
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Nairobi, Kenya!
Led by BWP member Waithera Kamau, this guided photo walk will take place from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
We can’t wait to see Nairobi in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: Brooklyn, NY
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in Brooklyn, New York!
Led by BWP member Delilah Peach, this guided photo walk will take place from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM this Saturday. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
We can’t wait to see Brooklyn in color with you!
Black Women Photographers Color Hunting Photo Walk: London, UK
Join Black Women Photographers for a vibrant Color Hunting Photo Walk in London, UK!
Led by BWP member Joyce Peters, this guided photo walk will take place from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Together, we’ll explore the city through a colorful lens—seeking bold hues, striking contrasts, and creative inspiration in our surroundings.
The exact starting location will be shared with confirmed registered participants.
We can’t wait to see London in color with you!
The 2025 BWP Summit
The go-to 100% free summit for Black and African women creatives around the world.
Registration is now open for the Annual #BWPSummit, taking place October 24–26!
Over the past three years, the Black Women Photographers Summit has grown into an essential space for connection, learning, and growth. It’s become the go-to 100% free summit for Black and African women creatives around the world.
We’ve been honored to host incredible speakers such as Dana Scruggs, Kihmberlie, Martine Séverin, Naoe Jarmon, Lọlá Ákínmádé, Jessy J Photo, Cheriss May, Dee Dwyer, Zandile Ndhlovu, Audrey Woulard, CreativeSoul Photography, Raven B. Varona, Ivy Awino, Sade Ndya, Lola Flash, Kyra Knox, and many more — all sharing their insights and stories.
Thanks to the continued support of Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, the 2025 Summit promises to be our most impactful yet, featuring inspiring conversations, free portfolio reviews, and valuable networking opportunities with both established and emerging creatives.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, this summit is the perfect space to hone your craft and connect with a supportive community.
Register now — don’t miss out! Full schedule will be posted soon!
Watch the past BWP Summits for free here.
The Essentials - Free Online Photography Classes
Join us for season six of The Essentials!
Each class is 75 minutes long, including lots of time for Q&A, and is for both emerging and experienced storytellers.
Black Women Photographers is proud to announce season six of The Essentials: free online classes created in collaboration with our partners The Everyday Projects and Photo Wings!
Each class is 75 minutes long, including lots of time for Q&A, and is for both emerging and experienced storytellers wanting to hone their skills and learn more about successfully navigating the visual media industry.
DAY ONE: OCT. 18
Covering news topics through a sensitive—and prepared—lens with Taiwo Aina
10am - 11:15am ET
In this course, you’ll learn how to approach difficult topics with care, as well as how to prepare logistically, emotionally, and ethically before, during, and after an assignment. Whether for personal work or a commission from a client, this class will take you step-by-step from start to finish on how to be prepared for approaching tough topics with compassion.
How to make your pitch break through the noise with Nicole Tung
11:15am - 12:30pm ET
This class will prepare you to pitch stories that reach editors and audiences in an impactful, meaningful way. News cycles are always unpredictable, but we will show you how to propose stories that matter, even when the headlines are focused elsewhere. Our tips and tricks as well as advice on how to build rapport and relationships with editors will help you sell your ideas with confidence.
Navigating the ups and downs of self-marketing with Raquel Natalicchio
1pm - 2:15pm ET
Social media! Newsletters! Websites! Oh my! In this break-it-down course on self-promotion, we’ll walk through how to increase engagement, build a followership, and create community in ways that lead to positive outcomes. This class will highlight how to use platforms to creatively promote your work—and how to get through the difficulty of doing so.
Day TWO: OCT. 19
Breaking down a successful grant application with Sarah Perlmutter and Nada Harib
10am - 11:15am ET
In this session, Magnum Foundation’s Sarah Perlmutter and Magnum Foundation grant recipient Nada Harib will walk through how to build a successful grant proposal, including common mistakes made (and learned from!), and how to keep yourself on track with all the moving parts.
Commercial work: where to even start? with Angela Ogunfojuri
11:15am - 12:30pm ET
The world of commercial photography can feel daunting. This course will show you where to start, how to build up a clientele and portfolio, and how to leverage the strengths you already have to score more commercial opportunities.
Makin’ money moves with Hallease Narvaez
1pm - 2:15pm ET
Advocating for yourself financially is one of the hardest parts of freelancing. We will help you learn how to navigate bulky contract language, build personal and work budgets, and ask for more money. We’ll go over the questions to ask, the language to use, and the methods for growing and sustaining a thriving business—even during hard times.
Edit like a pro! with Alicia Vera
2:15pm - 3:30pm ET
Whether for a portfolio review, book, website, or social media, learn how to select and sequence images with intention. Through the lens of one body of work, you’ll see how different platforms can alter editing outcomes—and why that matters. This class will also discuss how photography’s limitations can lead to conceptual storytelling approaches.
All sessions will be recorded. Replay the past five seasons here.
Black Women Photographers: Free Studio Lighting Session
Join us for a free studio lighting jam in Atlanta.
Lighting Jam with Black Women Photographers ✨
Join us at BWP member Marie Thomas’ studio for an intimate, hands-on lighting session! This free event is limited to 15 BWP members and will feature live models, Godox strobes, and a collaborative exchange of lighting recipes, budget-friendly hacks, and pro tips.
Whether you’re a seasoned studio shooter or just starting to explore strobes, this jam is for you. Don’t forget to bring your Godox/Flashpoint triggers (if you have them), and let us know your camera brand when RSVPing.
Date & Time: Saturday, October 11th 1-4pm
Location: Address will be shared once registration closes
Let’s create, learn, and light it up together! ✨
Black Women Photographers: Free Adobe Lightroom Photo Walk in DC
Join us for a free photo walk led by Polly Irungu and Dee Dwyer.
Calling all creatives: Join us for a free photo walk led by Polly Irungu and Dee Dwyer through Anacostia, where history and creativity meet. From neon signs and the Go-Go Museum to iconic rowhouses and The Big Chair, every corner tells a story waiting to be captured.
Complete your free registration here.
Sponsored by Adobe Lightroom.
Black Women Photographers Virtual Workshop: Mastering Photography Workflows
Lexar and Black Women Photographers are excited to bring you a free workshop featuring Lexar Elite Team Member, Laretta Houston!
Lexar and Black Women Photographers are excited to bring you a free workshop featuring Lexar Elite Team Member, Laretta Houston. In this session, Laretta will share tips on building and maintaining a workflow that keeps her photography organized and efficient - from file management to systemized processes that support her creative vision. Whether you're just starting out or refining your professional practice, this workshop offers practical tools and insights to help you streamline your work and focus more on creating.
Register to receive the online link.
Black Women Photographers and Nikon: Free Photography Workshop
Join us for a free photography workshop in Portland, Oregon, led by Brett Brown.
Calling all Portland, Oregon creatives! Black Women Photographers, in partnership with Nikon USA, is thrilled to host Nikon Creator Brett Brown for an exclusive, hands-on session designed for all experience levels—whether you’re picking up a camera for the first time or looking to expand your portrait skills.
This beginner-friendly workshop is an introduction to studio lighting and how to create stunning portraits using minimal gear and space. Brett will demonstrate how you can create studio quality portraits using just one light and a few simple modifiers—perfect for anyone shooting from home or in tight spaces and on a limited budget.
What to Expect:
Learn the basics of studio lighting using just one light source and few modifiers
No studio? No problem. Learn how to make the most of your space and take stunning portraits in small spaces
Learn the basics of some of the technical aspects of working with strobe lights and shooting in manual mode
Get practical tips on lighting, composition, and working with your subject
Walk away with inspiration and techniques you can apply right away
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, this event is your chance to learn and connect with other passionate photographers.
Event Details:
Date/Time: August 30th, 3-5pm PDT
Location: To be shared with confirmed participants
Cost: FREE (Spaces are limited!)
Be sure to RSVP early and bring your camera gear and good vibes. We can’t wait to see you there!
Black Women Photographers: Free Los Angeles Photo Walk
Join us for a free BWP photo walk exploring the beauty of LA and creating together.
Calling all creatives! Celebrate World Photography Day with us!
We’re hosting another free Black Women Photographers photo walk in Los Angeles led by BWP member Nailah Howze (@cloudnai).
Date: August 16th
Time: 10:00-11:30am PST
Let’s explore the beauty of our city, connect, and create together.
The route details will be shared with confirmed participants on Thursday evening.
#BWPLA #BWPCalifornia @blackwomenphotographers ✨
Black Women Photographers: Detroit Nature Photo Walk
Join us for a free BWP photo walk exploring nature and creating together.
Hello BWP Detroit! Celebrate World Photography Day with us!
We’re hosting a free nature photo walk in Detroit led by BWP member Sarah Fleming (@flemi.jpg).
Date: August 16th
Time: 9:00-11:00am Local Detroit Time
Let’s explore the beauty of our city, connect, and create together.
The route details will be shared with confirmed participants on Thursday evening.
#BWPDetroit #BWPMichigan @blackwomenphotographers ✨
Black Women Photographers: Free Downtown Dallas Photo Walk
Join us for a free Downtown Dallas photo walk in celebration of World Photography Day.
Hello BWP Dallas! Celebrate World Photography Day with us!
We’re hosting a free photo walk in Dallas led by BWP member Imani Black (@imaniblackphoto).
Date: August 16th
Time: 9:00-11:00am Local Dallas Time
Let’s explore the beauty of our city, connect, and create together.
The route details will be shared with confirmed participants on Thursday evening.
#BWPDallas #BWPTexas @blackwomenphotographers ✨
Refracted Visions with Barbara Minishi and Black Women Photographers
Working with glass fragments, the Refracted Visions workshop led by Barbara Minishi, in partnership with Black Women Photographers.
Black Women Photographers, Fujfilm Middle East and Kenya Present:
Refracted Visions with Barbara Minishi
Bring one photograph + one empty glass bottle. You shall each craft an 8″ x 8″ glass mosaic from your image, and then collaborate in small groups experimenting with portraiture and still-life diptychs using glass fragments.
What You'll Take Away
Your glass mosaic and printed printed diptych pieces—powerful reminders that breaking is essential to artistic evolution,
An opportunity to submit your images to the Fujfilm Summer SOOC competition, and
Connection and play with a supportive photography community for future collaborations, and opportunities for future Fujifilm discounts
Free for all to attend.
Black Women Photographers: Atlanta Networking Brunch
Join us for a vibrant networking lunch hosted by Black Women Photographers in Atlanta on April 5th! This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow photographers, share experiences, and build new relationships. We’ll gather from 1-3pm for an afternoon of good food, meaningful conversation, and creative collaboration.
Bring your cameras if you’d like to participate in some outdoor shooting with fellow members! It’s a perfect chance to get to know each other while capturing unique moments together. Plus, the first two hours of parking are free!
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, come enjoy a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere to network, learn, and create.
Date: April 5th
Time: 1-3pm
Cost: The cost of your lunch and parking
Location: This will be shared with confirmed participants
Parking: First 2 hours free
See you there!
Black Women Photographers: Free Abuja, Nigeria Studio Meet Up
Join us for a free studio meet up in Abuja, Nigeria.
Join us for an exciting and empowering creative meet up, hosted by talented Black Women Photographers member Alexandra Obochi (@alexandraobochi). ✨ This free event is designed to provide a safe, inclusive, and fun space for photographers of all skill levels to come together, practice their craft, and connect with like-minded creatives.
Held at a local studio, attendees will have the unique opportunity to photograph three amazing models, honing their skills in a supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to refine your portrait techniques or experiment with new ideas, this is the perfect chance to grow and learn.
Beyond photography, this meetup is a chance to network with fellow African women creatives, share tips, and build lasting connections within the vibrant Nigerian creative community. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to be inspired, create, and collaborate with other passionate creatives.
Cameras and Coffee: ICP Community Meet-Up
Connect with ICP's community during the monthly Cameras and Coffee social meet-up for photographers, collectors, and camera enthusiasts! During the event, grab a Deadbeat Club coffee and pastries, available in the ICP café.
This event is free to attend with RSVP - Please reserve your ticket here.
This session of Cameras & Coffee will be hosted by Black Women Photographers, founded by Polly Irungu. Join us for a workshop on practicing your 90-second elevator pitch and expand your network by meeting someone new.
International Center of Photography’s Location:
84 Ludlow Street, New York, NY 10002
First Friday's with Black Women Photographers at Photodom Studios
Calling all women image-makers in New York City!
Join us for First Fridays with Black Women Photographers at @photodom.studio on March 7th, 7-9PM!
Led by the amazing @voneciacarswell, this open-studio experience will share tips & tricks for navigating photography as women. Whether you’re a pro or just starting out, this is a space for growth, creativity, and connection!
Reserve your spot now: photodom.nyc/events.
The Essentials: Season 5
Join us on October 19 & 20 for Season 5 of The Essentials!
The Essentials is a free online summit created in collaboration with our partners, The Everyday Projects and PhotoWings! Each class is 75 minutes long, including lots of time for Q&A, and is for both emerging and experienced storytellers wanting to hone their skills and learn more about successfully navigating the visual media industry.
Register once and use the same link for the whole weekend:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Jr83H93_R36af9vezUq2Zw#/registration
Full schedule below. All times in EST.
Saturday, OCT. 1910 AM - 11:15 AM ET: Creating a sustainable practice with Bethany Mollenkof
Bethany uncovers how to create a multidimensional practice that not only lends itself to creating dynamic work across different genres but also provides various income streams for a sustainable career. She’ll let us in on how to approach and secure clients, how to navigate contracts, budgets, and finances, and how to position yourself for success in a variety of visual storytelling fields.
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM ET: Engaging with community through photography with Haruka Sakaguchi
Haruka discusses the many forms of a community-engaged practice as well as the magic that happens when people’s voices are intrinsically incorporated into the photography. Through a documentary lens and conceptual approach, Haruka showcases how to think creatively outside the box and how to successfully produce imaginative work.
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM ET: Physical and digital safety guided by self-care with Corinne Chin
In this crash course on how to keep yourself safe both in the physical and virtual worlds, Corinne outlines the what, why, and how of this oft-overlooked yet crucial tool every storyteller should have in their kit. Sharing best practices, tips, tricks, and resources, Corinne provides a step-by-step guide on what you can do now to lessen vulnerabilities both out in the field and online, keeping your mental and emotional health centered in the process.
Sunday, OCT. 2010 AM - 11:15 AM ET: Creating, funding, and sustaining long-term documentary work with Etinosa Yvonne
From how to workshop ideas and get started, to applying for grant support and achieving long-term sustainability, Etinosa demystifies the often-daunting “long-term documentary project.” She’ll share best practices for putting your work out there through applications, social media, publications, and beyond. Etinosa walks us through all stages of a successful documentary project, unpacking the process from start to finish.
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM: Exploring The Risks of AI with Tara Pixley
As generative-AI models make creating, publishing, and circulating synthetic imagery easier and easier, visual journalists need to understand what this tech is and how it works. This session provides an overview of what synthetic imagery is, how it's made, how it's being used, and what we can do to combat the circulation of visual misinformation as media makers invested in authentic representations of our world. Topics discussed include: deep fakes, generative-AI models and prompt practices, content provenance initiatives, current research on gen-AI, environmental impacts of gen-AI, and how to recognize synthetic images.
1 PM - 2:15 PM ET: Through a photo editor’s eyes with Danese Kenon
With extensive experience as a photographer and photo editor, Danese goes through the ins and outs of pursuing a career in photo editing and best practices for editing, sequencing, and captioning, along with what she looks for in a photographer when assigning. Whether you’re curious about transitioning from photographer to editor or want to know more about how to put your best foot forward in the field, Danese answers all your questions!
2:15 PM - 3:30 PM ET: Working together: editor and photographer perspectives with Andrea Wise and Stacy Kranitz
Highlighting a year-long ProPublica project on the harrowing story of a woman denied an abortion in Tennessee, Andrea and Stacy will reveal insights into the process of working together as a team to produce compelling, ethical, truthful, and powerful storytelling. With their extensive careers in editing and documentary photography respectively, they’ll share how to successfully navigate the relationship between editor and photographer and incorporate these takeaways into your own practice.
Replay the past four seasons:
https://blackwomenphotographers.com/the-everyday-projects-collaboration
The 2024 BWP Summit
Attention all creatives!
You're invited to the FREE Black Women Photographers Summit powered by Adobe Photoshop Lightroom.
This year's event will feature an incredible lineup of speakers, including Dana Scruggs, Benicia King, Imara Njeri, Imani Modus, Ivana Jarmon, Karene-Isabelle Jean-Baptiste, Ka'Vozia Glynn, Kyra Knox, Mickey Pierre-Louis, Nicole Leverett, Natalye Scott, Ruhamaiah Bradley, Shakka, Sianeh Kpukuyou, Sydney Price, Tolani Alli, and Tomesha Faxio.
Whether you're an aspiring photographer, a seasoned professional, or simply someone who appreciates the art of photography, this event promises to be an enriching and empowering experience. The breadth of expertise in our line up ensures that attendees will gain valuable insights and perspectives that can inform and elevate their own creative endeavors. In addition to the inspiring speaker sessions, the summit will provide a platform for networking and community building. You'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow creatives who share your passion for photography or filmmaking and learn from their experiences and perspectives.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to be part of a gathering that celebrates and amplifies the voices and talents of Black Women Photographers. Whether you're looking to gain new skills, connect with like-minded individuals, or simply be inspired, this summit is sure to leave a lasting impact on your creative journey.
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready for a truly enriching experience at the Black Women Photographers Summit powered by Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. We can't wait to see you there!
Next Door: Environmental Injustice in Our Neighborhoods, In-Person Exhibition – Opening Reception RSVP
The exhibit at the Los Angeles Center for Photography is the culmination of work by Los Angeles-area high school students and professional visual storytellers. AfroLA, a nonprofit news outlet covering L.A. through the lens of the Black community, partnered with Black Women Photographers to produce an immersive art exhibition focused on the intersection of environmental and racial justice.
Photoville: WITNESS Container Exhibition
June 1-16 at Photoville in New York. Featuring: Liam Woods, Deun Ivory, Cara Elise Taylor, Gabrielle Morse, Dee Williams, Amber Evangelista, Amandla Baraka, Alexis Hunley, Lelanie Foster, and Laila Stevens
WITNESS is a national pop-up art experience and tour, that features work by Black women and non-binary artists who project their vision of the world, society, community, and themselves through their art. The visual arts exhibition explores the intersectional vantage point of the Black femme-identifying artist—inviting the viewer to bear witness to what they may not otherwise see on their own. WITNESS premiered in Spring 2023 at WACO Theater Center in Los Angeles, curated by Genel Ambrose and Tina Knowles, and in partnership with Black Women Photographers.
BWP Rochester: Free Grant 101 Workshop
BWP Rochester: Join us on Saturday May 25, 1-3pm for a Grant writing Workshop with Cocoa Rae David.
Cocoa will be sharing how to look up grants, what to look for, and tips and tricks for applying to grants!
Interested participants, please send us an email for event location details.
BWP Rochester: Coworking Session
Join BWP Rochester for a virtual coworking session on May 15th.
This is an opportunity to set aside some time to work on your business and personal projects, bounce ideas off of each other, and share resources. Interested participants, please send us an email to receive the Zoom link.
BWP Rochester: Community Hang Out
Join BWP Rochester for an evening filled with community as we catch up and hold space for each other.
Interested participants, please send us an email to get location details!
BWP Atlanta: Free Film Photography Workshop and Meet Up
Join Black Women Photographers in Atlanta on March 23rd for a free film photography workshop and meet up. We will start with a short presentation on basic film processes and get familiar with a variety of film stocks before going on a photo walk around the local area.
Attendees should plan to bring their own film cameras. We will have a few extra cameras available to borrow for those who are new to analog photography. A few models will be available to photograph with during the photo walk. The meet up ends with an optional lunch in the area. If you’re interested in attending, please email us.
BWP Nairobi: Photo Walk and Workshop
NAIROBI BWP PHOTO WALK & WORKSHOP
SATURDAY, FEB 24TH, 10AM-4PM.
THEME: Creating your individual and community legacy
LOCATION: NAIROBI CBD & WESTLANDSPRE WORKSHOP
Please send us an email for details and link to RSVP.