6/24-7/7 Catching Our Own Shadows: Photography Camp for Native American Teens

The 2012 Journeys camp theme is “Catching Our Own Shadows”. Students will be introduced to the world
of photography that has defined and documented Native American history and culture. Workshops with renowned Native American photographer Larry McNeil will give students a hands-on approach to learning both traditional and digital photographic processes.

They will begin with film cameras, and learn how to shoot, develop, and print traditionally. Then they will explore the manipulation, correction and printing of images using a digital format. Covering these basic processes will allow students to gain a better understanding of photography from which they can enhance their skill set to develop their stylistic viewpoint.

Participants should expect each day to begin at 8am and end at 8 pm, and some field trip days may last longer. Students will be accompanied by guides/ chaperones throughout the program’s duration. The selected teens will have the opportunity to explore the life of a college art student as they participate in intensive art workshops in the well equipped studios of Oregon College of Art and Craft.Daily activities include lively group meals, field trips to local art museums and galleries and visits to local book and art supply stories.

Who is eligible: Teens ages 15-19 who can show an interest and talent in art and culture. Preference is for
Native American teens.

Where it will happen: Workshops and artist presentations will occur on the campus of Oregon College of Art and Craft in Portland, OR. However, field trips to downtown Portland as well as to significant cultural areas in both Washington and Oregon will be provided. All teens will reside on campus in dorm-style housing for the two weeks.

How to apply: Check out the application requirements on the next page for details. Deadline to turn
in applications is April 2, 2012. Accepted students will be contacted on April 13, 2012.

How much does it cost: This program is free to the twelve selected participants. All participants must make their own travel arrangements to and from the camp. We do not have travel vouchers and this cost must be
absorbed by the participant. However, arrangements can be made with camp staff to pick up youth if traveling
by bus, train or plane.

Application Requirements
• A completed application form.
• One letter of recommendation from either a teacher, community leader or mentor who knows you well (no family members please).
• A letter of interest (approximately 200 words) stating
why you’d like to attend camp.
• Optional: If you would like to express yourself visually, examples of your original artwork can be submitted
via digital images on CD/DVD.

Questions Call Shirod Younker at 971.255.4148 or email syounker@ocac.edu. Visit ocac.edu for more
information about the College and Journeys program.

Submit all materials to: Journeys Program, Oregon College of Art and Craft, 8245 SW Barnes Road Portland, OR 97225. Submissions of original artworks are accepted, but may not be returned.