ICP - International Center of Photography

ICP - International Center of Photography A museum and school dedicated to photography and visual culture.
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The International Center of Photography (ICP) is the world’s leading institution dedicated to the practice and understanding of photography and the reproduced image in all its forms. Through our exhibitions, school, public programs, and community outreach, we offer an open forum for dialogue about the role images play in our culture. Since our founding, we have presented more than 700 exhibitions and offered thousands of classes, providing instruction at every level. ICP is a center where photographers and artists, students and scholars can create and interpret the world of the image.

Join ICP on October 8 from 6:30–8 PM for the launch of Susan Meiselas’ new book, “NO KINGS: Signs of the Times,” publish...
10/03/2026

Join ICP on October 8 from 6:30–8 PM for the launch of Susan Meiselas’ new book, “NO KINGS: Signs of the Times,” published by Editorial RM and distributed by D.A.P.

Meiselas will be joined in conversation by book designer Yo Cuomo and contributors Laura Wexler and Eduardo Cadava to discuss the making of the book and its record of protest signs photographed in New York City and Washington, D.C., during Donald Trump’s second presidency.

Bringing together documentary photography, graphic culture, and social history, “NO KINGS” looks at the handmade signs people carried to demonstrations and the ways humor, anger, and political concerns are expressed through visual language.

This program is being offered in person at ICP and online, with tickets available at icp.org/events. The online program is free, and ICP Members receive free access to ICP events year-round.

Images:
1: Susan Meiselas, National Day of Protest on Presidents Day, March from Union Square Washington Square, New York, February 17, 2025
2: Susan Meiselas, No Kings Day Protest, New York City, June 14, 2025
3: Susan Meiselas, May Day Protest, New York City, May 1, 2025
4: Susan Meiselas, “No Kings"

10/02/2026

After her husband passed away unexpectedly, Pamela Thomas-Graham came to ICP looking for ways to heal her spirit. She found something meaningful in the way photography made her feel.

Since then, Pamela has taken many Open Education classes at ICP, both in person and online, continuing to explore photography and develop her practice. That work culminated in her book “When Words Fail: A Photographic Journey through New York City,” published by Kehrer Verlag in 2025.

This fall, find your own path into photography at ICP. Explore Open Education courses and workshops for all levels, offered in person and online.

Registration is open now at icp.org/school/courses-and-workshops.

Find your community at ICP with Cameras and Coffee, our free monthly Saturday meet-up centered on connecting with others...
10/01/2026

Find your community at ICP with Cameras and Coffee, our free monthly Saturday meet-up centered on connecting with others who share a passion for photography.

Presented with support from K&M, Cameras and Coffee takes place on the second Saturday of the month from 11 AM–1 PM and features a rotating lineup of demos, resources, and special presentations.

Coming up:

October 10 – Hahnemühle's Printing Showcase: Featuring a complimentary Hahnemühle's paper samples and a chance to get your photograph printed on their legacy fine-art paper.

November 14 – Sony Sensor Cleaning and ICP School Showcase: Get your camera sensor cleaned, explore a special Sony camera feature with a Sony embassador, and connect with ICP faculty about Open Education courses and workshops.

December 12 – Photographer’s Gift Guide Presented by K&M: Find gift ideas and recommendations for the photographers on your holiday shopping list.

Coffee by Deadbeat Club and pastries will be also available for purchase in the ICP café during each event.

RSVP for an upcoming date at icp.org/events.

FUJIKINA NYC 2026 is coming to the Lower East Side October 16–18, with ICP as the festival’s anchor venue.Across three d...
10/01/2026

FUJIKINA NYC 2026 is coming to the Lower East Side October 16–18, with ICP as the festival’s anchor venue.

Across three days, ICP will host artist talks, workshops, photowalks, guided tours, and more as part of a neighborhood-wide celebration of photography. Swipe through for a roundup of what’s happening at ICP and start planning your weekend.

ICP members receive free access to FUJIKINA. Members can email [email protected] for a discount code.

Explore the full festival lineup and register through the link below.. Availability varies by program, and advance registration is recommended.

FUJIKINA New York 2026, presented by FUJIFILM.

https://shopusa.fujifilm-x.com/fujikina/?srsltid=AfmBOorQKko_bgpfIRk2SPuyUudLtO1m4Ss7s9KfXkTI0UKK4ueFAwrw

ICP x Hunter classes begin this fall on Hunter College’s Upper East Side campus!From introductory camera workshops and p...
09/30/2026

ICP x Hunter classes begin this fall on Hunter College’s Upper East Side campus!

From introductory camera workshops and photo walks to courses focused on photographic history, visual storytelling, critique, and developing a stronger body of work, upcoming classes offer opportunities for photographers and image-makers at a range of experience levels.

ICP and Hunter College’s collaboration brings select ICP courses and faculty to East 68th Street, creating another place in New York City to exchange ideas and build your practice.

Explore upcoming ICP x Hunter classes and find a course that fits your interests at icp.org/content/icp-x-hunter.

09/26/2026

Since taking his first class at ICP in January, Yoshiho Toyoda has already completed seven courses, an experience he calls one of the best things he’s done.

In this conversation, Yoshi reflects on what photography means to him and why critiques have become such an important part of his learning.

Fall workshops and classes are now open for enrollment. Explore upcoming in-person and online courses at icp.org/school/courses-and-workshops.

See more of ICP this fall, and stay connected for even longer with a special membership offer.Join at any membership lev...
09/25/2026

See more of ICP this fall, and stay connected for even longer with a special membership offer.

Join at any membership level by October 11 and receive 14 months of membership for the price of 12*, with access to special opportunities throughout ICP’s fall season.

Membership includes an invitation for two to the October 14 opening preview of “I’m So Happy You Are Here: Japanese Women Photographers from the 1950s to Now” and “Laia Abril: On R**e and Institutional Failure,” plus year-round benefits including free museum admission and invitations to member programs.

New members will also have the chance to win a signed exhibition catalog**, with additional opportunities available at select membership levels.

Explore everything that membership has to offer and join by October 11 by visiting cp.org/content/membership.

*Membership dates will be manually adjusted after sign-up. Raffles take place October 12 and winners will be notified by email.

Congratulations to ICP alumni Sofia Kayumova () (Doc ’25 and CP ’26), Anh Nguyen () (Doc ’24), and Suniko Bazargarid () ...
09/25/2026

Congratulations to ICP alumni Sofia Kayumova () (Doc ’25 and CP ’26), Anh Nguyen () (Doc ’24), and Suniko Bazargarid () (CP ’23), who were named to ’s 2026 Young Photographers list.

When our copy of the magazine arrived, we thought it was only fitting to photograph their features around ICP's school.

Read their interviews to learn more about their influences and approaches to photography, and explore ICP’s One-Year Certificate Programs through icp.org/school/oyc.

There is just one weekend left to see ICP’s summer exhibitions, on view through September 28.“Yves Saint Laurent and Pho...
09/24/2026

There is just one weekend left to see ICP’s summer exhibitions, on view through September 28.

“Yves Saint Laurent and Photography” brings together nearly 300 photographs and archival objects tracing the designer’s relationship with photography, while “Photobooks USA 2000–25” looks at how artists have used the photobook to reflect on life in the United States over the past 25 years.

Among the books on view is Taryn Simon’s “An American Index of the Hidden and Unfamiliar” (Steidl, 2007). Simon was recently named to the 2026 TIME100 Art list.

Make the most of the final weekend and see both exhibitions through Monday, September 28.

Plan your visit at icp.org.

Images: Jenna Bascom

There are just a few weeks left to apply to ICP’s Online One-Year Certificate Programs before the October 18 priority de...
09/22/2026

There are just a few weeks left to apply to ICP’s Online One-Year Certificate Programs before the October 18 priority deadline.

Designed for students who want to develop their practice while continuing to work and tell stories from their home communities, ICP’s three online programs combine live classes, independent work, mentorship, and opportunities to connect with an international community.

Documentary Practice: Visual Storytelling:
Develop and construct long-form visual narratives while exploring local and global perspectives in documentary storytelling.

Curatorial Practices in Photography:
Explore the ideas, practicalities, and possibilities of working with photography across exhibitions, publications, archives, digital spaces, and more.

Writing and the Photographic Image:
Explore the many ways writing and photography intersect while developing your own approach to working across text and image.

Applications are open now. Learn more about each program and apply at icp.org/school/oyc.

Images:
1: Alex Huda
2: Jeenah Moon
3: Max Ihlenburg

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