Frequently Asked Questions about
the Long Island Center of Photography
What is the Long Island Center of Photography?
How is LICP different from camera clubs?
Who are LICP members?
Where and when do you have meetings?
What do you do at meetings?
Are there other opportunities at LICP?
Are there any other benefits to being a member?
How can I see what it's all about?
How do I become a member?
What are the memebership dues?
I would like to ask some questions first!
What is the Long Island Center of Photography?
The Long Island Center of Photography (LICP) is a unique organization that offers an array of photography-based programs designed to enrich our community by promoting recreational outlets and cultural opportunities. At LICP, accomplished photographers, serious amateurs and beginners can develop and promote their work. Please explore our website to see if LICP is right for you.
How is LICP different from camera clubs?
Our mission is to establish an educational and research facility on Long Island, with resources for the study of the history of photography and the archival study of specific artists (with special emphasis on Long Island artists). This facility will also serve as a space for "showcasing" contemporary work. As an organization, we promote diversity and creativity in the field of photography and new media and bring knowledge and enjoyment of these activities to as broad and varied an audience as possible.
Who are LICP members?
Most of our members are from Nassau County and the surrounding areas. We are a diverse group of photographers who gather monthly for the purpose of exchanging ideas, discussing photography as art and sharing work while encouraging others to advance their skills and hone their talents.
Where and when do you have meetings?
We meet at Hofstra University on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30–9:30 PM. Hofstra University is conveniently located off Hempstead Turnpike in Hempstead, LI.
See map for additional information.
What do you do at meetings?
In addition to having fun, we explore different aspects of photography that are of interest to the group. We suggest optional projects to work on. For example, "photograph a found object and turn it into art by manipulating light, camera position, etc." or "create a photographic image that you’ve never done before and bring it in to share and discuss."
Are there other opportunities at LICP?
One of the most exciting opportunities at LICP is exhibiting our work in galleries. We have had several shows recently and have more scheduled for the coming year. We exhibit our work in local galleries, museums, libraries and other venues.
See Events for our current listing.
Are there any other benefits to being a member?
Membership in LICP offers opportunities for networking with other photographers and artists and participating in a grass-roots movement to develop a unique educational and research facility on Long Island for the study of photography. Members also can participate in LICP events, workshops and seminars.
We are currently developing discount programs for our members with local vendors.
How can I see what it's all about?
Come to a meeting and see for yourself. Bring a few examples of your work and introduce yourself to the group. We will be happy to see you!
How do I become a member?
Once you have attended two or three meetings and decided you would like to join, just tell us. We will take it from there. Please see our Membership Policies.
What are the membership dues?
Membership dues are $75 per year.
I would like to ask some questions first!
Just use the Contact page to send us an e-mail. We will get back to you shortly with a reply.