Academy Programs
Oct. 3
12:30-2:30pm
Mary Virginia Swanson: CLICK Academy 2018
LECTURE: From Concept to Audience: THE LIFE OF A PHOTOGRAPHIC PROJECT”
As artists, when an idea for a project becomes clear and the passion to produce that new work overtakes us, we begin a journey unlike any other. By thinking about the desired audience and impact of your project at the outset, it is more likely that your efforts will exceed your expectations.
In this seminar, Mary Virginia Swanson will walk us through recommended steps to ensure that thorough research and wise decisions will lead to creating work that is authentic in its making and its presentation, and that the project has the strongest possibility of sponsorship, exhibitions and publications.
Durham Arts Council
PSI Theatre
120 Morris St.
Durham, NC 27701
Oct. 6
1-2pm
Mary Virginia Swanson LECTURE: CLICK Academy 2018
“TO BE PUBLISHED, or SELF-PUBLISH? Publishing Options for Artists Today”
The print-on-demand revolution has opened up new publishing possibilities for artists; it has never been easier or more affordable to produce and market a book of your work. The traditional publishing path has the advantage of a highly specialized team that brings experience with design, production, marketing and distribution systems to the table. In a self-publishing scenario you can create exactly the book you envision, but without the input and expertise of seasoned professionals at a publishing house. Which approach is best for you and your work?
Mary Virginia Swanson will demystify the process of publishing a book of your photographs from the perspectives of both traditional trade and self-publishing paths, helping participants determine the pros/cons of each. Swanson will share resources from her recent title with coauthor Darius Himes, Publish Your Photography Book (Princeton Architectural Press, Revised and updated 2015).
Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University
1317 W. Pettigrew St., Durham, NC 27705
Auditorium/Classroom: 007 Bridges Bldg.
2-3:30pm
Panel Discussion: Photo Book Publishing
Moderator: Mary Virgina Swanson
Panelists: Dave Wofford
Alice Whiteside
Blue Mitchell
and special guests.
Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University
1317 W. Pettigrew St., Durham, NC 27705
Auditorium/Classroom: 007 Bridges Bldg.
