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Youth In Focus
2100 24th Ave South, Suite 310, Seattle, Washington 98144
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Youth in Focus
2100 24th Ave South, Suite 310, Seattle, Washington 98144
About Youth In Focus
For 25 years, we have helped youth in Seattle during a critical time in their lives, putting cameras in their hands and placing them in a supportive environment to learn photography skills, find their voice, and tell their stories.
Meet our instructors
Ettie Wahl (she/they)
Instructor
Ettie Wahl is an artist, filmmaker, photographer, educator, and artistic entrepreneur from the Pacific Northwest with a focus on women, non-binary, and LGBTQIA+ stories and experiences. She has been actively engaged in artistic curation, event organization, and underground arts activism for the better part of a decade in the greater Seattle area through her foundational work with Bioluminescent Films, Inner Sleeve Magazine, Off the Wall Artist Collective, & Bard Rock Studio. Ettie now also works as a videographer for the world renowned radio station KEXP’s live sessions. She has spent the better part of the last decade cultivating and refining her work in the film industry with a focus on music and ethical film work and as an arts educator. Prioritizing women, non-binary, queer, and other marginalized creatives; challenging the oppressive systems that these industries are founded upon. She is excited to work with Youth In Focus to bring her love of the catharsis through photography to young creatives. We all have a story to tell, and my job is to create a safe place for you to develop your artistic voice through the lens of creativity and self expression, so you can tell your story, your way.
Lindsey Miller (she/her)
Instructor
Lindsey likes combining art, science, and philosophy. Her first photographic experience was for a 6th-grade science fair project; building a pinhole camera. This project sparked her curiosity about the impermanence of memories and paper. Lindsey went on to take darkroom classes in high school, learning the chemistry behind photography. Later, she received a Bachelor of Fine Art after studying digital engineering and Adobe software. Then Lindsey received her Master's, diving deep into the psychology of storytelling and branding. She works for Microsoft, marketing pioneering technologies, and dedicates her after-work hours to teaching others to explore art, science, and philosophy.
Dene Diaz (he/him)
Instructor
Dene was born and raised in NY to parents from the Dominican Republic. He loves to share his love and discovery of mindfulness and stillness in photography with the youth.
Cennady Coleman (they/them)
Instructor
Photography is the perfect way to explore outside perspectives and let your creativity run wild! I'm primarily a film photographer with a background in Education and Social Justice. I know I've done my job if students walk away with a deeper understanding of themselves, their place in the community, and their place in the world.
Ehsaan Taeb (he/him)
Instructor
Ehsaan is a human who, first and foremost, loves to make real connections with all humans he has a chance to interact with. He is also a photographer, and a theatre maker, who is passionate about helping youth foster their own creativity and voice. He is especially invested in amplifying the voice of underserved and minority youth. Ehsaan believes that every small supportive influence has the potential to ripple outward and make a bigger impact in our society. His inclination towards outward expression helps him use art as a tool of inner exploration that he also strives to share in his teaching. After spending nearly 5 years traveling the world and photographing some of the most beautiful places and people, he is excited to bring his experiences to the Pacific Northwest. He is honored to be a member of Youth in Focus’s team, where he has the opportunity to encourage the youth to use their voice to keep changing the world one exposure at a time.
Chloe Collyer (they/them)
Instructor
Chloe Collyer is a nonbinary photographer, journalist, and photo educator whose work is deeply connected to the history of marginalized communities in the Pacific Northwest. Chloe is a natural-born documentarian whose toolkit includes 15 years behind the camera, an AA in Commercial Photography, and seven years of experience working as a freelance photojournalist. For the past decade, Chloe has taught photography to all ages while freelancing for editorial clients like the New York Times, Bloomberg Business, City of Seattle, and more.
Lindsey Dalthorp (she/her)
Instructor
Lindsey Dalthorp is a mixed-media artist and photographer based in Olympia, Washington. Her work focuses on themes of community, history, and connection. She is passionate about the potential of photography and art to act as a powerful tool for communication across borders of language, culture, geography, and time. In her free time, she likes to explore new places, escaping to the forest or beach whenever possible, and photographing wherever she goes.
Isabel Dietz Hartmann (she/her)
Instructor
Isabel is an art educator and photographer who has been working as a teaching artist for Youth in Focus since 2017. She graduated with a Bachelor in Fine Arts in Photography from the School of Visual Arts in New York City in 2016 where she discovered her passion for teaching photography to youth. A Seattle native, Isabel moved back home in 2017 and since has worked as a K-8 art teacher at the Westside School and is now currently a middle school and high school Photography Teacher at University Prep in the Ravenna neighborhood of Seattle. In her free time, Isabel loves to cook, travel, study astrology, draw comics and work on her own personal photographic projects.
Book activities by Youth In Focus
Darkroom II
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Expand your darkroom creative practice by incorporating alternative forms of photography and darkroom printing! We’ll revisit some of the basics of working with film, then move into experimenting with alternative processes and additional media. At the end of the week share your practices and artwork with the community here at YIF and invite family and friends for the last half hour of programming to share your creations. *Previous darkroom experience is required for this course. This camp is only for youth entering 9th-12th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 13-19 years
Music Video Camp (Digital)
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Ever wanted to make a music video for a real band or artist? In this camp you’ll have the opportunity to craft a music video for a local musical artist from concept, to filming, to editing, and premiering! Learn how to use our Blackmagic Pocket 4k Cinema camera and DJI RS3 Pro Ronin Stabilizer to tell a compelling story through cinematic language. This camp will offer students the opportunity to assemble a creative team, utilize creative vision, practical skills, and completion of a film project. This camp is only for youth entering 9th-12th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 13-19 years
Fashion Photography (Digital)
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Explore the world of fashion through the lens of photography. From fashion show style to magazine editorial, street photography, and concept photoshoots- this class will bring our students an exciting and fresh perspective every day. We will explore creativity, mood boards, design, lighting, posing, working with subjects, and modeling! This class will include field trips and a guest artist visitor who works in the industry. This camp is only for youth entering 9th-12th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 13-19 years
Street Photography (Digital)
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Explore your environment through street photography. Develop your own unique style with inspiration from photographic artists who have pushed the medium of street photography. This class will include many field trips to different locations in Seattle, such as Capitol Hill and Columbia City. This camp is only for youth entering 6th-8th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 11-14 years
Intro to Darkroom
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Learn how to photograph, develop, and print black and white film with Dene. Become versed in using a film camera, a light meter, and various composition techniques. Dig into hands-on techniques for making photograms, small and large prints, and adjusting contrast and brightness. This camp is only for youth entering 9th-12th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 13-19 years
Nature Photography (Digital)
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Explore new ways to see and interact with your environment - from the smallest flower to the big, expansive sky. Take cool photos, then change them up with editing software to highlight your unique style and point of view. This camp includes lots of walking field trips so you can get up close and personal with nature! This camp is only for youth entering 6th-8th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter Promo Code: YIFSUMMER25 (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter Promo Code: YIFSUMMER50 (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter Promo Code: YIFSUMMER75 (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter Promo Code: YIFSUMMERSAVER If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 11-14 years
Nature Photography (Digital)
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Explore new ways to see and interact with your environment - from the smallest flower to the big, expansive sky. Take cool photos, then change them up with editing software to highlight your unique style and point of view. This camp includes lots of walking field trips so you can get up close and personal with nature! This camp is only for youth entering 6th-8th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 11-14 years
Skateboarding & Photography: CHILL x YIF
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Are you interested in both photography and skateboarding? Learn the basics of digital photography AND explore photographing movement and skateboarding in action. In partnership with CHILL, we’ll be taking daily field trips to local skateparks where you’ll also learn to Skateboard! All photography and skateboarding equipment will be provided. This camp is only for youth entering 9th - 12th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 13-19 years
Intro to Darkroom
100%
by Youth in Focus
Seattle, WA
Learn how to photograph, develop, and print black and white film with Chloe. Become versed in using a film camera, a light meter, and various composition techniques. Dig into hands-on techniques for making photograms, small and large prints, and adjusting contrast and brightness. This camp is only for youth entering 9th-12th grade in the upcoming school year. Full payment is due at the time of online registration. Need Assistance? We are committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education for all youth, regardless of socioeconomic status. We are pleased to offer you one of the following Promo Codes to assist you with your registration needs. We hope you will find a discount code appropriate to your specific circumstances. 1. For a 25% Discount, enter code: YIF25OFF (you pay $221.25 half-day; $446.25 full-day) 2. For a 50% Discount, enter code: YIF50OFF (you pay $147.50 half-day; $297.50 full-day) 3. For a 75% Discount, enter code: YIF75OFF (you pay $73.75 half-day; $148.75 full-day) 4. For a flat $25 Rate, enter code: YIF25FLAT If you have alternate needs or questions, please get in touch with Shida Bonakdar at ShidaB@youthinfocus.org before registering.
In-person
Ages 13-19 years
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