Maine Media Academy Summer Photo School offers two, two-week workshops for aspiring photographers.
Two-Week Digital Photography: This workshop is for young photographers wanting to explore and excel in digital photography. Learn the technical capabilities of digital camera functions, file management, Adobe Lightroom, printing, and image editing.
2-Week Historic and Alternative Photography: Step back in time and discover the art of historic photography in this immersive two-week workshop designed for young artists ready to explore the roots of photography. Stepping into the darkroom and the lab, this hands-on course introduces students to classic photographic processes like silver gelatin film developing and printing, cyanotype, lumen printing, and wet plate collodion (making tintypes) – all while embracing experimentation to discover new methods for your photography.
Location(s)
- Maine Media Academy, Rockport, Maine
Schedule
- 2-Week Digital Photography: June 22 - July 3, 2026
- 2-Week Historic and Alternative Photography: July 6 - July 17, 2026
Cost/Compensation
- $4,495
Eligibility Requirements
- High school students between the ages of 14 and 18
Deadline
- Rolling until full
Application or Entry Requirements
- A completed online registration form
- $1200 deposit
Notifications of Decisions
Financial Aid Details
- At Maine Media, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for promising artists. We strive to increase accessibility to a diverse group of participants through scholarship funding. Scholarships are available for young artists and adults based on financial need and artistic merit. Specific scholarships are funded by foundations and individual donors, many of whom are alumni of our programs or parents or friends of alumni. They’ve seen the transformative power of the Maine Media experience, and have decided to “pay it forward.”
- Click HERE for a list of all scholarship opportunities and information on how to apply.
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Maine Media, located in Rockport, Maine, is dedicated to the education and advancement of visual storytelling and media arts. Established in 1973, Maine Media offers a wide range of educational programs and workshops for students of all levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals, in photography, filmmaking, multimedia, and writing. With a picturesque coastal setting that serves as a backdrop for creative inspiration, Maine Media provides students with immersive learning experiences that emphasize hands-on instruction, artistic exploration, and technical proficiency. The institution's faculty consists of industry professionals, award-winning photographers, filmmakers, and writers, who provide mentorship, guidance, and expertise to students.
