The ford theater Concert Photography

Residency details

Las Fotos Project x The Ford

In 2021, a visionary partnership was born from a simple lunch conversation between Cynthia Fuentes, Director of The Ford, and Helen, Executive Director of Las Fotos Project. Together, they launched a groundbreaking collaboration—the first of its kind between a major performing arts institution and a community-based nonprofit—empowering young photographers to capture the spirit of live performance at the historic Ford Theatres.

Now entering its sixth official season in 2026, this partnership has become a cornerstone opportunity for Las Fotos Project youth, beginning as a short-term residency for CEO students and growing into a robust and dynamic program for both high school and young adult participants ages 13–24 through two engaging residencies: The Ford Lab Photojournalism Residency and The Ford Concert Photography Residency

The Ford Concert photography residency

The Ford Concert Photography Residency

The Ford Concert Photography Residency in partnership with Las Fotos Project is a residency open to Las Fotos Project current LFP students and alumni (ages 13-18). The residency opens the opportunity to participants to photograph live shows hosted at The FORD theater. Participants gain hands-on experience as official house photographers, capturing the magic of live events at The Ford with the support of mentors who work closely with seasoned photographers and creative professionals to hone their craft. Participants can use the approved material they create over the season for their portfolio.

Residency Period

This residency begins July and ends October. Exact show and training workshop dates are TBD.

Commitment

Residency Expectations:

Attend LFP hosted Pitch Fest event to provide a pitch to The Ford Team with prepared portfolio and talking points.
Photograph and edit two live FORD shows at The Ford Theater
Attend two trainings and onboarding workshops before the season begins. Exact Dates TBD
Attend and participate in a culmination celebration with a panel to talk about your experience in the program

Collective hours of commitment: 20 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.