At The Bakery Photo Collective, our public photography events play a crucial role in fostering community and artistic expression. Through a range of workshops, artist talks and exhibitions, we provide a platform for photographers of all levels to come together, share their passion, and learn from one another. These events not only encourage collaboration and networking but also create a supportive environment where individuals can freely express their creativity and unique perspectives through the art of photography. By bringing people together through a shared love for capturing moments, our events help build lasting connections and inspire participants to continue exploring and pushing the boundaries of their photographic endeavors. Join us at our next event and be part of this vibrant community of image-makers.

Upcoming Events / Workshops

Intro to B&W Photography (register here)
Mar
15

Intro to B&W Photography (register here)

Introduction to Black and White Photography Introduction to Black and White Photography
Introduction to Black and White Photography
$550.00

March 15, March 29, April 12 and April 26, 2025 from 1pm-5pm

4 day workshop

This introductory course for black and white film photography is designed to provide participants with an understanding of 35mm (or medium format) photography and the foundations for darkroom usage. Topics covered include but are not limited to: camera operation (aperture, ISO, shutter speed, light meter interpretation), loading/unloading film, film processing, darkroom setup, RC printing, dodging and burning techniques, using filters, and print evaluation. darkroom exposure and development techniques to achieve skills and confidence in processing and printing your own work.

Through this experience you will understand the basics of darkroom printing and explore what makes a good print, as well as how to make those determinations for yourself.

Students can expect to gain confidence in operating a 35mm (or medium format) SLR camera, developing film, making contact sheets, selecting images, and generating high quality prints.

At the end of the course, you’ll have developed several rolls of your own film, created a handful of prints, and be fully capable of working independently in the darkroom to continue with your personal darkroom printing practice.

Materials, equipment, and Bakery access details:

A $90 materials fee is built into the workshop cost and covers: 50 sheets of RC paper and all necessary chemistry. Students may rent Bakery space at 50% of the hourly rental cost for the duration of the workshop.

Students will need to bring:

  • 6+ rolls of Ilford HP5

  • 35mm (or medium format) analog SLR camera (check battery function before class)

  • Negative sleeves (35mm or medium format)

Students may wish to purchase:

  • Any additional paper for printing

Instructor Bio:

Andrew D. McClees is a photographer and bookmaker based in Portland, Maine. He runs the photo-publishing company wastelandbooks, and holds an MFA in Photography at Hartford Art School. Andrew is the President of the Board and has been a Core Member of the Bakery Photo Collective since 2022.

Any questions? Please contact: info@bakeryphoto.com

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Zine Workshop Day One (register here)
Feb
26

Zine Workshop Day One (register here)

 
Zine Workshop
$225.00

February 26,

March 12,

March 26 and April 9, 2025

from 6pm-9pm

Are you wondering how to make a photo zine or causal photobook to get your work out into the world?

This four-session zine workshop breaks down the fundamentals for selecting and sequencing images, organizing and developing your layout using Affinity Publisher or Adobe InDesign, learning the proper settings for printing and approaches to distribution.

This workshop is a skill-building course focused on editing and sequencing photographs. Come to The Bakery for an opportunity to explore producing your own small run, low-cost photo publication. Your zine can be made at home or on an office copier (or outsource to a print shop) to distribute to friends, family, and beyond - for fun and (maybe) profit.

This four-session zine workshop breaks down the fundamentals for selecting and sequencing images, organizing and developing your layout using Affinity Publisher or Adobe InDesign, learning the proper settings for printing and approaches to distribution.

Materials for the first day of class:

  • 30-40 printed photos (4”x6” recommended) you are considering for your zine.

  • Affinity Publisher, Adobe InDesign, or an alternate way of making a PDF of your images.

  • A willingness to learn and exchange feedback!

Proof print and software options:

Prints:

  • Print your images at home, or at:Hunt’s Photo,Shutterfly,Adorama, or a local Walgreens or CVS

  • Rent by the hour at the Bakery to use our facilities to print your work prepare your work ($10/hour for workshop participants, $.06/sq” on inkjet, once registered).

Software:

Affinity Publisher is $69.99 for life, and periodically goes on sale. Adobe InDesign is $22.99/month

Workshop fee does not include printing or software access through The Bakery outside of class hours.

Andrew D. McClees is a photographer and bookmaker based in Portland, Maine. He runs the photo-publishing company wastelandbooks, and earned his MFA in Photography at Hartford Art School. Andrew has been a Core Member of The Bakery Photo Collective since 2022.

Only 4 available
 
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24th Annual Photo A-GoGo
Dec
13

24th Annual Photo A-GoGo

Online and in-person event

https://givebutter.com/c/gogo24/auction

Every December, for over two decades, the Bakery Photographic Collective has held our annual fine art photography exhibition and auction, famously known as Photo A-GoGo. The event has become one of southern Maine’s most-anticipated annual arts events-a memorable evening with live music, local drinks and eats, and a space full of friends and amazing photography.

Photo A-GoGo plays a crucial role in raising funds that support our photographic education and community outreach initiatives at The Bakery Photo Collective. This vibrant event brings together photographers, curators, and community members, fostering connections while celebrating the art of photography. The funds generated from each year’s GoGo directly contribute to workshops, classes, and resources that are made accessible to the public. By engaging the community in this interactive and creative environment, Photo A-GoGo not only highlights the importance of photography as an art form, but also ensures that essential educational opportunities are available for all, enriching the local cultural landscape. Thank you for your participation and generous support!

 
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Photobook Share
Oct
3

Photobook Share

Join us for a night of inspiration at the Bakery centered around the photobook! We will be exploring the medium of the photobook by sharing our favorite books with each other in community. Bring your own favorite photobooks - don’t have any? Just come to look!

This event is free and open to all. We suggest a small donation to our nonprofit if you enjoy our offerings and are able to support us.

Registration is not required, but it definitely helps us plan for snacks!

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Zine Workshop
Sep
11

Zine Workshop

Register and secure your spot for our upcoming Zine Workshop (three part series: August 28, September 11, and September 25 from 6-9pm)

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Open Studio Session #004: Aug 18, 2024
Aug
18
Workshop

Open Studio Session #004: Aug 18, 2024

 

Open Studio Session at the Bakery Photo Collective is a community day dedicated to learning and the sharing of photographic information. All are welcome no matter your experience!

Sliding scale donation at the door appreciated, but not required. Please fill out the registration form. Sessions are limited to 4 students per instructor, per slot, and registration is required in advance. We will contact you with acceptance and other helpful info before the event.

If you have any questions please email info@bakeryphoto.com

Cheers!

 
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Open Crit Night
Jul
10

Open Crit Night

All are welcome to attend, registration is only required for critique participants.

Join us on July 10, from 7pm to 9pm, for an Open Critique Night!

All are welcome to attend and participate. Registration is required to ensure time for your critique. Each photographer will have up to 25 minutes to present a recommended 8 to 24 photographs in print form or as projected digital files for a group discussion and critique. Please feel free to bring your own snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and a friend.

The Bakery will host four Open Critique Nights a year, each facilitated by a collective member or special guest.

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Open Studio Session #003: June 2, 2024
Jun
2
Workshop

Open Studio Session #003: June 2, 2024

 

Open Studio Session at the Bakery Photo Collective is a community day dedicated to learning and the sharing of photographic information. All are welcome no matter your experience! For our 3rd Open Studio, we will be focusing on black and white film developing only.

Sliding scale donation at the door appreciated, but not required. Please fill out the registration form. Sessions are limited to 4 students per instructor, by registration only. We will contact you with acceptance or place you in line on our registration list for our next Open Studio Session.

Please don’t forget to bring your own undeveloped roll of B&W film. If you have any questions please email info@bakeryphoto.com

Cheers!

 
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Artist Talk and Book Signing: Nick Gervin
Apr
3

Artist Talk and Book Signing: Nick Gervin

Artist Talk and Book Signing: Nick Gervin - PORTLANDERS

“The deeper I dug,
the more the city shared its secrets with me.”
In his debut monograph, Nick Gervin presents a surreal look into the flip-side of American culture, all captured candidly in Maine's largest city, Portland. Population: 68,000.
In December 2008, Gervin suffered a traumatic head injury after being assaulted, an event that would dramatically alter the course of his life. Barely able to afford rent after having recently been laid off from work in the fallout of the recession, he swiftly spiraled into poverty and addiction – a situation exacerbated by his injury, the second head trauma he’d experienced in his lifetime. Diagnosed with Post-Concussion Syndrome, Gervin developed severe sensitivity to light and sound and experienced debilitating migraines which left him feeling like a “prisoner in [his] own body”. At first, favoring the dark, quiet nights over the chaos of daytime, it was during these periods of solitude and broken sleep that Gervin rediscovered photography, roaming the streets after dark with his camera and finding a renewed sense of purpose in the process.
What followed was a ten year pursuit of photographing the many layers of his home city which saw him capturing everything from protest marches, wrestling bouts to drunken night-time brawls and even venturing down into the long forgotten subterranean networks of tunnels beneath the streets. As Gervin explains,
“I was driven by my anxieties,
trying to stay sober while I attempted to make sense of my life and the transitioning world around me. I was making a visual record of a place in time. A portrait of a city that I’ve grown a deep attachment to. I believe, to truly love the city where you live, is to embrace it for all its faults and beauty. As time went on and I felt compelled to continue the work, I realized it was not just myself, but also the city and it’s Portlanders that were also at a crossroads.”

See link for more info on Portlanders: https://nickgervin.com/

Copies of Portlanders will be available for purchase and signing. $50.00

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