Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts

Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts RICPA exists to create a diverse and supportive community for individuals interested in learning or w

The Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts (RICPA) is a photography organization founded to inspire creative development and provide opportunities to engage with the community through exhibition, education, publication and mutual support. Our vision is to support the professional growth of our members by offering exhibitions, workshops and mentorship programs. We welcome members who share a pa

ssion for creating, appreciating and understanding all forms of photo-based media and seek to provide a platform for artistic expression while fostering dialogue and innovation in the arts. RICPA is located on the second floor at 118 North Main Street in Downtown Providence. More information is available on at: http://www.RIPhotoCenter.org

Currently in the gallery, through June 12th, a collection of personal work from former Providence Journal photo departme...
05/28/2026

Currently in the gallery, through June 12th, a collection of personal work from former Providence Journal photo department staff. Available here in a 360˚ walk through.

Click here to view this 360° experience.

Join Us for the opening of "Post Journalism" an exhibition of personal work by 10 former Providence Journal Photo Depart...
05/21/2026

Join Us for the opening of "Post Journalism" an exhibition of personal work by 10 former Providence Journal Photo Department Staff Members. May 21st, 5:00 - 8:00pm.

Post Journalism: Personal Work from former Providence Journal Photo Staff            This group exhibition presents ten former Providence Journal photo staff members p…

Join us for the opening of "Post Journalism" on Thursday, May 21st... The exhibition presents work from 10 former Provi...
05/18/2026

Join us for the opening of "Post Journalism" on Thursday, May 21st... The exhibition presents work from 10 former Providence Journal Photo Department staff members with a look at what they do for fun... pictured, work from Denise Bass (left) and Steve Szydlowski. https://www.riphotocenter.org/post-journalism-work-without-deadlines

Thank you to all our members who participated in our 7th Annual Juried Member Exhibition and to those who came out for t...
05/16/2026

Thank you to all our members who participated in our 7th Annual Juried Member Exhibition and to those who came out for the closing reception. Pick up of work is available from Noon - 6:00pm today... Saturday May 16th

Procrastinators rejoice, this is your moment! Only 24hrs remain to complete your entry for our 12th International Open C...
05/15/2026

Procrastinators rejoice, this is your moment! Only 24hrs remain to complete your entry for our 12th International Open Call. Entry closes Midnight May 15th.

https://www.riphotocenter.org/12th-international-call-for-entries-crista-dix-juror

  We welcome your entries for our 12th Annual International Open Call exhibition. This exhibition is mounted as an international showcase for contemporary voices in photography, no theme or pr…

Closing Reception, Friday May 15th, 5:00 – 7:00pmJoin us, for this last look at our 7th Annual Juried member exhibition,...
05/14/2026

Closing Reception, Friday May 15th, 5:00 – 7:00pm
Join us, for this last look at our 7th Annual Juried member exhibition, And Sandi Daniel's solo prevention on In The Enchanted Garden. The exhibitions will continue on online, and exhibition catalogs are now available through our website.

Pickup of work in the show is available starting at 6:00pm.
End of exhibition Pickup
Saturday May 16th, Noon – 5:00pm

Entry Closes at midnight May 15th, enter before it's too late... Be a part of our annual survey of contemporary practic...
05/14/2026

Entry Closes at midnight May 15th, enter before it's too late... Be a part of our annual survey of contemporary practice.
https://www.riphotocenter.org/12th-international-call-for-entries-crista-dix-juror

  We welcome your entries for our 12th Annual International Open Call exhibition. This exhibition is mounted as an international showcase for contemporary voices in photography, no theme or pr…

Join us Thursday, May 21 5:00 - 8:00pm for an exhibition of personal work from 10 former Providence Journal photo depart...
05/13/2026

Join us Thursday, May 21 5:00 - 8:00pm for an exhibition of personal work from 10 former Providence Journal photo department staff Members.

Post Journalism: Personal Work from former Providence Journal Photo Staff            This group exhibition presents ten former Providence Journal photo staff members p…

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