Youth in Focus

Youth in Focus Equipping youth to share their ideas and values with the world through photography and art!

Spring 2025 Classes Are Open for Registration! 🌸Starting today, you can now sign up for our FREE spring classes:📸 Beginn...
03/19/2025

Spring 2025 Classes Are Open for Registration! 🌸

Starting today, you can now sign up for our FREE spring classes:
📸 Beginning Darkroom w/ Bryn M
📸 Adobe Deep Dive w/ Chloe C
📸 Intermediate Darkroom w/ Chloe C + Guest Artists

Whether you’re new to photography or ready to take your skills to the next level, there’s something for everyone. All supplies and equipment are provided, and we’ve got free bus passes if you need them.

📍 In-person @ 2100 24th Ave S, Seattle
⏰ 4:30 - 7:00 PM

Open to teens 13-19.
Link in bio to register!

Thank you, , for featuring Lily! From : How can social media amplify youth voices and build a creative community?📸  inte...
03/18/2025

Thank you, , for featuring Lily!

From :
How can social media amplify youth voices and build a creative community?

📸 intern Liliana Mar shares her journey of using digital storytelling to showcase the work of young photographers. From capturing powerful moments to collaborating on social trends, she’s helping young artists share their stories with the world.

Explore how digital storytelling empowers the next generation! Link in bio.

https://www.foundry10.org/stories/cultivating-a-youth-art-community-on-social-media

Join us as we celebrate our young photographers at the Winter Student Showcase!Stop by on Wednesday, March 26th at 6 PM ...
03/12/2025

Join us as we celebrate our young photographers at the Winter Student Showcase!

Stop by on Wednesday, March 26th at 6 PM to see the stunning final projects from our Youth in Focus students. These talented artists have been working hard to put together their final projects, and their passion shines through in every image.

📍 2100 24th Ave S, Suite 310
No RSVP needed. Just drop on by ✨

NEW MERCH ALERT! Designed BY Youth, Ready for you! ✨We’re thrilled to launch our first-ever merch line, created by the t...
03/06/2025

NEW MERCH ALERT! Designed BY Youth, Ready for you! ✨

We’re thrilled to launch our first-ever merch line, created by the talented members of our Youth Advisory Board! A special shoutout to Luna P.L., Paloma L., and Near L. for their incredible designs.

From totes to tees to hoodies and more, every purchase supports youth creativity and our mission. 💛

https://www.bonfire.com/store/youth-in-focus-merch/

We’re coming back to ! You have TWO opportunities to see talented YiF students in action. 📸 Thursday, March 6th: Student...
03/04/2025

We’re coming back to !

You have TWO opportunities to see talented YiF students in action.

📸 Thursday, March 6th: Students from our Youth Advisory Board will be teaching a Phone Photography 101 from 5:15 - 6:15PM in room 346 on the third floor. You can find more info in our bio ✨

📸 Saturday, March 8th: Students from Event Photography will be taking photographs at Con! You’ll find us spread out throughout the center from 12:00 - 3:00 PM ✨

See you there!

We know firsthand the incredible talent in Seattle, so this Black History Month, we chatted with four local photographer...
02/28/2025

We know firsthand the incredible talent in Seattle, so this Black History Month, we chatted with four local photographers to hear their stories.

“I hope my images are a window to a world of understanding for the viewer, and I hope someday, my work builds bridges across the diaspora.”
– Nate

“If my photography can spark joy, ignite creativity, or remind someone of their own limitless potential, then I’ve accomplished something truly meaningful.”
– Erica

Click through to meet the artists, and click the link below to read their full stories on our blog!

https://www.youthinfocus.org/post/celebrating-black-photographers-in-seattle

🖤❤️💛💚

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and fellow artist, Della Chen. As a dedicated member of Youth in Focus’...
02/27/2025

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and fellow artist, Della Chen.

As a dedicated member of Youth in Focus’ Board of Directors and a mentor to our students, Della made a lasting impact on our community. Her joyful generosity of spirit, artistic vision, and warmth touched so many within YIF, Seattle, and the broader arts and photography world.

She will be profoundly missed by all who had the good fortune of being in her orbit. We share our deepest condolences with her family and loved ones.

Photography has long been a powerful tool for storytelling, resistance, and reclaiming narratives. This  , we honor the ...
02/17/2025

Photography has long been a powerful tool for storytelling, resistance, and reclaiming narratives. This , we honor the Black photographers who have documented history, shaped culture, and captured the beauty, resilience, and truth of their communities.

Through their lenses, they’ve preserved moments that demand to be seen. We continue this legacy by empowering the next generation of young photographers to tell their own stories.

Hey YIF Community,No YIF afterschool classes the week of February 17th during SPS Winter Break. We will resume classes o...
02/16/2025

Hey YIF Community,
No YIF afterschool classes the week of February 17th during SPS Winter Break. We will resume classes on Monday, February 24th. Enjoy the break and take lots of photos!

Support Our Students Through Art! 🎨When you buy student photographs, you’re not just getting beautiful artwork, you’re d...
02/14/2025

Support Our Students Through Art! 🎨

When you buy student photographs, you’re not just getting beautiful artwork, you’re directly supporting young artists and our programs. Each sale gives the student $50 and helps keep our programs free.

Shop prints in our online gallery https://www.youthinfocus.org/buy-student-work or reach out to us at [email protected] for custom requests. Let’s make a difference, one picture at a time. 💛

Featured artists:
Stephanie C, Sam H, Manaya M, Vish V, Luna P.L, Daniela O, Corina H, Alex M, Holden C.

Stepping into 2025 with:- Creative Career Cohort through January to June: A 6-month professional development journey for...
02/14/2025

Stepping into 2025 with:
- Creative Career Cohort through January to June: A 6-month professional development journey for BIPOC creatives with a $1,400 stipend
- Emerald City Comic-Con (March 6th) - Youth Advisory Board leads an Intro to Phone Photography Workshop
- Student Showcases (Mar 26th & June 5th): Students present their final projects from Intermediate Darkroom, CCC, Digital, & more
- Spring Classes begin Apr 7th: • Beginning Darkroom • Intermediate Darkroom • Adobe Deepdive
- Spring at Seattle Japanese Garden: Capture cherry blossoms & spring scenes (Apr 26 & May 18) 🌸
- Summer Camp Registration (link in bio!)

Join us in empowering youth through the lens! Follow along to see where our students’ creativity takes them this year 📷

It’s time! Sign-ups for our Summer Camp are officially OPEN! ☀️📸 Middle and high schoolers - whether you’re a beginner o...
02/10/2025

It’s time! Sign-ups for our Summer Camp are officially OPEN! ☀️📸

Middle and high schoolers - whether you’re a beginner or already love photography, this is your chance to learn, create, and connect with other young artists. Spots fill up fast, so don’t wait!

This is a pay-what-you-can program and you can find promo codes on our site. If you have alternate needs or questions, please email [email protected] before registering.

👉 Learn more & register: link in bio!

It’s time! Sign-ups for our Summer Camp are officially OPEN! ☀️📸 Middle and high schoolers - whether you’re a beginner o...
02/10/2025

It’s time! Sign-ups for our Summer Camp are officially OPEN! ☀️📸

Middle and high schoolers - whether you’re a beginner or already love photography, this is your chance to learn, create, and connect with other young artists. Spots fill up fast, so don’t wait!

This is a pay-what-you-can program and you can find promo codes on our site. If you have alternate needs or questions, please email [email protected] before registering.

👉 Learn more & register: youthinfocus.org/summer-camp

Want to focus your energy and creativity on a good cause? We are currently recruiting new members for our Board of Direc...
01/07/2025

Want to focus your energy and creativity on a good cause? We are currently recruiting new members for our Board of Directors!

The ideal candidate is passionate about our work of changing the trajectory of young people’s lives through photography and equitable access to opportunity.

Based on our strategic priorities for 2025, we are seeking candidates who bring the following skills and experiences:

📸 Relational – able to draw people into the organization to expand our network of funders, board members, and partners
📸 Fundraising Experience and Connections
📸 Commitment to Equity and Justice
📸 Finance and HR skills and experience
📸 Alumni are strongly encouraged to apply

For more information visit https://www.youthinfocus.org/join-our-board 🎞️

📸: Board of Directors 2023 & 2024

New Year, New Classes 📣📸We’re excited to announce our second year in partnership with  for a brand new class. Event Phot...
01/06/2025

New Year, New Classes 📣

📸We’re excited to announce our second year in partnership with for a brand new class. Event Photography is especially useful for students interested in being part of our Job Readiness program (where you get paid to be a photographer!).

📸Taken a Beginner Darkroom class and want to take your skills to the next level? Sign up for Intermediate Darkroom! Hurry, though, because there’s only 2 spots left.

Classes start in exactly 3 weeks 📣 See you soon!

Link for more info and registration: www.youthinfocus.org/register 🎞️

Goodbye 2024! The YiF offices will close Monday, December 23rd, and will reopen Monday, January 6th. We hope everybody h...
12/23/2024

Goodbye 2024! The YiF offices will close Monday, December 23rd, and will reopen Monday, January 6th.

We hope everybody has a restful end to their year 🫶🏻✨

There’s still a chance to continue to our year-end goal of $10,000 to help support another 30 years of access, creativity, and community. www.youthinfocus.org/donate-now 📸

Bye for now! See you next year!

📸: ‘24-‘25 Youth Advisory Board Members. A HUGE shout out to them for all of the hard work they have contributed to our year-end fundraiser!

2024 YiF in Review 📸Did you know YiF started as a volunteer-run program 30 summers ago? We started with only 14 students...
12/21/2024

2024 YiF in Review 📸

Did you know YiF started as a volunteer-run program 30 summers ago? We started with only 14 students for a 2-week summer camp, and now we’re a year-long program serving over 450 students!

For 30 years, we’ve been building a beautiful community of youth, alumni, supporters, and partners. We are so grateful y’all are part a part of it!

Consider donating to support another 30 years of young photographers!

Donate today! www.youthinfocus.org/donate-now

Final images from Intermediate Darkroom w/ Chloe this Fall! 📸: Azura M., Betty S., Riley B., Sam H., Tally L., Zeppelin ...
12/18/2024

Final images from Intermediate Darkroom w/ Chloe this Fall!

📸: Azura M., Betty S., Riley B., Sam H., Tally L., Zeppelin A.

Address

2100 24th Avenue S, Ste 310
Seattle, WA
98144

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+12067231479

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