2026 Prism Photo Workshop

Join us for the 2026 Prism Photo Workshop at the Columbia College Conaway Center at 1104 S. Wabash Avenue, 1st Floor, in Chicago on Saturday, May 23, 2026!

Whether you’re an aspiring photojournalist or mid-career visual storyteller, our expert presenters, panelists, and portfolio reviewers will help develop your unique perspective while guiding you through best business practices and other skills vital to sustainable careers. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your toolbox, sharpen your skills, and grow your professional community.

The workshop is from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with portfolio reviews closing out the day.

Breakfast and lunch are included with your ticket! Seats are free but limited, so act fast and register below.

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Sign-ups for portfolio reviews will be first come, first served at 9:30 a.m. on May 23rd. Stay tuned to learn more about this year’s reviewers.

9:00 AM: Breakfast and networking

10:00 AM: Opening remarks

10:15 AM: : Crowdfunding Your Journalism Practice

11:15 AM: Business panel: Building a Sustainable Photo Career

, the Digital Publishing & Visual Director at Cicero Independiente, will host a conversation with Sun-Times staff photojournalist , commercial photographer and freelance photojournalist

Noon: Lunch and networking

1 pm: Keynote Different Road, Same Table: Our Careers in Photography with Photographer and CHICAGO Photo Director :

2 pm: : Mindfulness Practices for Creatives

2:15 pm: Expanded Portfolio Reviews and Mentoring Session

Sign-ups for portfolio reviews will be first come, first served at 9:30 a.m. on May 23rd. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive additional information about the reviewers listed below:

April Alonso, Digital Editor and Producer, Cicero Independiente

Nolis Anderson, Independent Photographer

Alex Garcia, Photographer, Director and NPPA President

Gonzalo Guzman, Photographer and Writer, Freelance

Max Herman, Visuals Editor, Borderless Magazine

Michelle Kanaar, Visual Editor, CatchLight Local

Marianne Mather Morgan, Senior Photo Editor, Chicago Tribune

Jennifer Mosbrucker, Photo Editor, The New York Times

Jaclyn Rivas, Photo Director, Chicago Magazine

Fred Sasaki, Creative Director, The Poetry Foundation

Kevin Serna, Independent Photographer

Shane Tolentino, Visuals Editor, South Side Weekly

Akilah Townsend, Commercial Photographer

Anthony Vazquez, Photojournalist, Chicago Sun-Times

Kirk Williamson, Production Manager and Staff Photographer, Chicago Reader

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