Photography & New Media

Code: P0827-26

    • Ages 9-12

Shutterbugs: A Photography Journey for Kids

Jul 20 - 24, 2026

9 AM - 3 PM

Tuition: $600.00
Course Fee: $50.00
Registration Fee: $25.00

Concept

For curious kids, a camera is a magical tool to explore and capture the world! In this fun, hands-on workshop, students dive into the art of storytelling through photography, learning to see their surroundings in exciting new ways. They’ll explore the history of image-making, experiment with cool techniques like cyanotypes, and work with today’s digital photography. Inspired by the beautiful Anderson Ranch campus, participants create unique photographs and prints, sparking creativity and a potential lifelong love of photography.

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Faculty

Stephanie Lindsey

Stephanie Lindsey’s work draws from personal experiences and a deep interest in the intersections of culture, life, and identity. Her practice spans complex narrative photography, video, installation, and mixed-media works, addressing themes of place, family, race, and identity in American society. Through her art, Lindsey maps the intricate interplay of cultural, physical, and psychological spaces, revealing how these forces shape human experience.

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Two young girls holding cameras and photographing during a children’s photography workshop

Tuition: $600.00
Course Fee: $50.00
Registration Fee: $25.00

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Workshop Details

Workshop Supplies

For general information about studio access, shipping, and more, please visit our info page.

If you have any questions regarding your supplies for your workshop, please contact Jack Fox, .

Provided by Anderson Ranch

Equipment

What you need to bring

* Available for purchase in the studio.
** Available to purchase at the Anderson Ranch ArtWorks Store for 10% off. The store aims to stock comparable items, though specific products from the supply list may vary based on inventory.
Learn more about shipping supplies and artwork to and from the Ranch in the Student Handbook.

Scholarships, College Credit & Discounts

Making Art Accessible

Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, either through endowed funds or special gifts.

Many colleges and universities offer college credit for workshops taken at Anderson Ranch. Discounts are available for students and teachers.

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