Jean-Marc Giboux’s photographs capture the 18-year journey documenting the global race to end polio through immunization – the unprecedented public health initiative and worldwide effort to eradicate the deadly virus.

The Bud Billiken Parade, 1981 ©Diane Alexander White

Meet the photographers and engage in conversations about their work. "As We See It" marks the inauguration of our first annual student showcase.

As We See It
Where Street Photography and Photojournalism Converge
The First Annual Student Showcase
Opening February 10th From 7-9pm

Mirko Podadic will present several short videos he produced and co-produced to help residents of the Uptown community fight for jobs, better housing, and justice in 1979 and 1980.  (Here’s a photo of Mirko with Timuel D. Black on the “One Thousand Jobs” production)

Hans Schaal's life story is a fascinating journey, marked by resilience and a profound appreciation for the arts. Growing up in war-torn Germany, he developed low expectations for life, unsure if he would even live past the age of 10. However, his path led him to Chicago, a city vibrant with artistic and cultural diversity.

A World on The Move: Navigating Borders Amidst Conflict and War by Ada Trillo

OPENING Friday, September 22nd from 6-9PM

Step into the world of "On the Run from the Northern Triangle to America" and "The Ones Who Stay in the Heartland of Ukraine," two extraordinary photographic series of the photographer's tireless travels alongside refugees and migrants from Central America to the U.S.-Mexico border. Having dedicated seven years to documenting the plight of Central American refugees, the artist was compelled to extend their lens to the conflict unfolding as the Russian crisis engulfed Kyiv and beyond.

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Alex Garcia’s Artist Talk on the closing day of his photography exhibition - Enduring Ties: Resilience and Longing in Cuba

We are thrilled to invite you to an engaging artist talk on September 15th, running from 7 to 9 pm. This captivating event promises an evening of creative insights and artistic inspiration that you won't want to miss. Seating is limited, so we kindly ask you to RSVP.

Admission is free and open to the public, with a suggested donation of $10 to support the arts.

DePaul University Journalism Students' Exclusive Visit toCC4PJ with Photojournalist Alex Garcia: Exploring the Cuban Exhibition

John Owens Multi-Platform Programming Producer ABC 7 Chicago interviews Alex Garcia about the exhibition on Cuba and visual story telling. It will air during National Hispanic Heritage Month.

More Than Meets The Eye: Photographic Collectives and The Future of Photography. A presentation by Glenda Drew and Jesse Drew. University of California at Davis professors, Glenda Drew, Department of Design, and Jesse Drew, Department of Cinema and Digital Media, have created new works using innovative technology.

"Enduring Ties: Resilience and Longing in Cuba," an exhibition featuring the remarkable work of Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Alex Garcia. Spanning 30 years of exploration and personal connection, the exhibition showcases captivating photographs that delve into the enduring ties and deep-rooted connections discovered in Cuba.

WTTW Interview for Chicago Tonight for Latino Voices

This Sunday first photo walk alert 🚨🚨 photo walk in Uptown, Chicago 6-7 PM so we can catch the summer sunset. Followed by a walk to the new @chicagocenter4photojournalism for a community building, 📷📷 see you then send me a message with any questions all levels of photography welcome iPhone - Mirrorless, or film! #community #photowalk #streetphotography poster by 🎨 @gazpho

Akito Tsuda Project - Photography Workshop, Chicago Public Library at Humboldt Park Branch, May 24, 2023 sponsored by the Chicago Public Library Foundation.

Join us for the 5th annual Toast of Uptown Wine Walk – an afternoon of strolling and sipping through Uptown – on Sunday, April 23rd from 1:30pm – 5:00pm!

"Unconventional" by Yvette Marie Dostatni is a must-see photo exhibition for anyone who is interested in human nature, and the fascinating world of unconventional conventions. The black and white photographs on display will transport you to a world that is both strange and familiar, and leave you with a newfound appreciation for the power of community and belonging.

MDT- Manske Dieckmann Thompson welcomes Denise Keim, founding director of the Chicago Center for Photojournalism for a special exhibition at our office, 4629 North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois in celebration of the 8th Annual Winter Walk on Wilson (https://www.mdtarch.com)

The Chicago Recovery Plan (CRP) is a citywide effort under Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot to catalyze a sustainable economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Utilizing federal and local funding sources, the CRP is making grants available for private investment projects based on community-driven priorities established through the 2022 City budget process. Public funding is intended to foster thriving and safe communities, as well as support an equitable economic recovery.