Angel city fc artists in residence
Residency details
Artists in Residence Program:
Established in 2022, the Artists in Residence Program is a collaboration between Las Fotos Project (LFP) and Angel City Football Club (ACFC) that provides paid, hands-on experience in sports photography to teenage girls and gender-expansive youth of color.
The program centers creativity, mentorship, and workforce development through:
Real-World Training: Participants photograph ACFC matches and events, gaining real experience in live sports environments.
Mentorship & Industry Access: Youth work alongside professional photographers and creative staff to develop technical skills and build confidence.
Portfolio Development: Participants strengthen their storytelling abilities and build a professional body of work to support future job opportunities.
Equity in Action: With only 30% of photographers identifying as women or non-binary, the program helps close the gender gap and amplify underrepresented voices in the industry.
Residency Period
The residency is separated into two cohorts over the entire soccer season (February - November). Each cohort consists of 4 selected participants.
Cohort 1: February 8, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Cohort 2: July 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025
Commitment
Residency Expectations:
Attend a 3-week / 6-day Sports Photography Bootcamp
Spring Cohort:
Week 1:
Tuesday, Feb 10 - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ LFP
Saturday, Feb 14 - 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM @ Local park
Week 2:
Tuesday, Feb 19 - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ LFP
Friday, Feb 20 - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ LFP
Week 3:
Tuesday, Feb 24 - 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM @ LFP
Saturday, Feb 28 - 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM @ Local park
Fall Cohort: Dates TBD
Photograph and edit 2–3 ACFC games at BMO Stadium
Support a portrait booth at FanFest or Sola Rosa events
Attend an ACFC/LFP sponsor field trip
Participate in a Sports Photography Workshop
Take part in interviews and content creation
Participate in the final panel and end-of-season celebration
Estimated total time commitment: 90 hours
Compensation
All participants will be compensated with a stipend at the end and completion of the program. Mentors who commit to supporting during the season will also receive a stipend, split in half to be received at the start and end of the season.
Pre-requisites
Interest in sports and sports photography
Availability for 90% of games and all required commitments (programs, workshops, etc.)
Proficiency in shooting in manual mode
Comfortable working in a loud, fast-paced environment
PAST COHORT
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Maryjane joya
ACFC Resident - Spring 2025
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Delilah Mendez
ACFC Resident - Spring 2025
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Mia Leonor Rovira
ACFC Resident - Spring 2025
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Krystal Vasquez
ACFC Resident - Spring 2025
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Leslie Rosales
ACFC Resident - Fall 2025
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Riley Sotomayor
ACFC Resident - Fall 2025
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Starla Mendoza
ACFC Resident - Fall 2025
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Astrid Sanchez
ACFC Resident - Fall 2025
PREVIOUS WORK
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Leslie Rosales 2025
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Leslie rosales 2025
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Riley sotomayor 2025
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Riley Sotomayor 2025
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Starla mendoza 2025
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Starla mendoza 2025
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Astrid sanchez 2025
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Astrid Sanchez 2025
APPLICATION
Pre-requisites
Interest in sports and sports photography
Availability for 90% of games and all required commitments (programs, workshops, etc.)
Proficiency in shooting in manual mode
Comfortable working in a loud, fast-paced environment
All Participants must reside in/near Los Angeles, CA
Application Details and Assets
Link to Portfolio
Artist bio
Letter of recommendation (not from LFP staff; mentors are allowed)
5–7 strong motion/event images (PDF format)
Statement of intent: Why you’re interested in this specific residency
Current commitments and availability for the upcoming season
Self-evaluation of your manual photography skills
Professional headshot
Timeline
The residency is separated into two cohorts over the entire soccer season (February - November). Each cohort consists of 4 selected participants.
Spring Cohort:
January 7 - Application posted
January 27 - Application closed
February 8, 2025 - June 30, 2025 - Residency
Fall Cohort:
June 2 - Application opens
June 24 - Application Closes
July 1, 2025 - November 30, 2025 - Residency
Where to Apply
Access Application HERE.
Who can Apply
This application is open to current Las Fotos Project students and alumni, as well as female-identifying photographers ages 16–24 who are not currently enrolled and have not previously been enrolled in Las Fotos Project.