The Photographic Arts Collective was founded in 1996, under the auspices of the Arts Council of Greater New Haven. Since that time, we have worked persistantly in bringing quality photograpy related events to New Haven. A few highlights have been our 8x10 Polaroid Portrait Sessions, our implementation of the Camera Gargantua during the International Festival of Arts & Ideas, countless photo exhibitions, and a steady stream of interesting speakers and topics at our monthly meetings. The purpose of this site is to expand upon our steady base, and offer more every-day resources to our members, as well as the photographic community at large.

Membership
To join the Photo Arts Collective, all you have to do is join the New Haven Arts Council, and check the Photo Arts Collective box. There is a membership form on the back of the Arts Council's monthly Arts newsletter, which is available for free at coffee shops , bookstores and arts venuses in the New Haven area. The other option is to call the Arts Council and become a member over the phone: 203-772-2788.

To cultivate and support a community of individuals who share an interest in photography. To provide an on-giong series of programs, such as, but not limited to: workshops, lectures, exhibitions, portfolio reviews, group critiques, and special events. To develop a forum for exchanging and encouraging ideas addressing issues raised from a common interest in photographic arts.