Photography Exhibition & Perspectives Magazine 2025 Launch Party

The event celebrates the photos captured by Detroit high school students in Coaching Detroit Forward's Beginner and Advanced Photography Camps as well as articles written by teens who attended our Journalism Camp.

Attendees will have an opportunity to view photos on exhibit at Playground Detroit, a Detroit gallery space. The annual award-winning Perspectives Magazine will also be released at the event. The magazine features the students' stories focused on health, the environment, social justice and community news as well as students' photos of downtown Detroit, nature, people, events and more.

Photos on display will be auctioned, with live bidding ending at 6:40 p.m. Proceeds from photos will be split between the student photographer and CDF.

There will be appetizers and drinks to enjoy while admiring the students' work. Remarks by coaches will be made at 5:30 p.m., followed by a celebratory toast.

This event is free to attend for students, parents, coaches, Coaching Detroit Forward partners and Detroit Writing Room members. We kindly request that the public and guests make a minimum $10 donation to CDF when registering for a ticket on Eventbrite.

Space is limited! Tickets are first come, first serve! Registration closes at 5 p.m. on Nov. 14, 2025.

Location:

Playground Detroit

2845 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48207

Parking:

Street parking is free along Gratiot Avenue and side streets.

Attire:

Come as you are.

Perspectives Magazine 2025:

The annual award-winning print publication will be released at the event. Students, coaches and sponsors will get complimentary copies. Others may purchase a magazine with their ticket in advance. All proceeds benefit Coaching Detroit Forward's free writing and photography programs for students.

We look forward to seeing you on Nov. 14 and celebrating the stories and photos captured by our students!

The Detroit Writing Room offers an inspirational community for writers, creatives and professionals. Whether you’re working on the next Great American novel or a resume, the DWR has 30 professional writing coaches to help with all your writing needs. We also host book talks, writing workshops, and literary events. Visit detroitwritingroom.com to sign up for coaching, memberships, events and more. Check out newyorkwritingroom.com to see our New York-based coaching team.

Coaching Detroit Forward is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that coaches Detroit high school students in writing, photography, graphic design and other creative fields. Award-winning local journalists, authors, communications professionals, photographers and designers teach students and share their expertise through summer camps and workshops . Through Coaching Detroit Forward, students gain mentors who guide them through internships, jobs and careers. Visit coachingdetroitforward.org to learn more.

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