Levi’s recognizes that photography is absolutely a core component of a new era of creativity. Here’s proof: check out their newest project, The Levi’s Photo Workshop. It’s a community photography collaboration venue located in central Manhattan (18 Wooster St. btwn Canal and Grand). Think free studio space, free camera rentals (even vintage), and a collaborative workspace. Levi’s Joshua Katz says this project is…
“…a way for Levi’s to offer a unique experience based around creativity and learning. Levi’s wanted to celebrate the pioneering creative spirit of artists and craftspeople in a way that would also hopefully turn others on to a new craft. As one of the original American work wear brands…Levi’s has a long standing connection to craftspeople and the workshops reflect a 21st century take on American craft.”
Photos of the space, link to locations after the jump. Hit ‘continue reading’ below:
Rental Desk
Studio Area
Retail Area
Pay them a visit next time you’re in the hood:
Levi’s Photo Workshop
18 Wooster St
btw Canal St and Grand St
New York, NY
That’s pretty sick. I wonder how they organize booking. If it’s a first come first serve or time slot sign-up sort of deal. Either way, very cool.
Its 2-3 hour time slots. They want to hear about your project that you’re shooting and will adjust accordingly. Ideally it will be non-commercial or directly for profit work and nothing that might cause a conflict (shooting that ad for Calvin Klein, for example…) They’d prefer if arrangements are made in person and I was told they often don’t answer the phone. Cool setup though. Lots of nice old gear to borrow too.
How amazing is that !!! What an amazing thing to do for people, that’s giving back in a big way.
I only wish they would do something similar in scotland 🙂
Great Idea !!
Thanks for Sharing
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Impressive and thoughtful. Nice.
Whoa, that’s awesome! Rock on Levi’s! Thanks for tweeting this Chase!