about ccp
The Centre for Contemporary Photography (CCP) is one of Australia’s premier venues for the exhibition of contemporary photo-based arts, providing a context for the enjoyment, education, understanding and appraisal of contemporary practice.
History
Established in 1986 by the photographic community as a not-for-profit exhibition and resource centre, CCP has played a pivotal role in the support of photo-based arts and public engagement with photography. In 2005 CCP relocated to purpose designed premises by Sean Godsell Architects.
Exhibitions
CCP’s exhibition program is presented across five exhibition spaces, including the Night Projection Window viewed from George and Kerr Streets after dark, and features a diverse range of photo-based arts from emerging to established artists. The program includes individual, group and curated exhibitions representing the very best of local, interstate and international photography. CCP welcomes proposals from emerging and established artists, as well as curators and writers. Information regarding exhibition proposals can be found at www.ccp.org.au/proposals.php. Admission to CCP is free. CCP is fully accessible for wheelchairs and prams.
Associated Events
CCP participates in annual and biennial festivals, develops off-site projects and events and frequently collaborates with related art and community organisations. The Centre is active in touring exhibitions across Australia.
Education & Publishing
CCP presents Artist Floor Talks by exhibiting artists each Saturday following exhibition openings. In the Visy Education Space, CCP presents education programs including the renowned Les Walkling photography courses. CCP’s highly regarded annual series of public lectures, presented for over a decade, have been augmented by the Joyce Evans History of Photography Seminars. Occasional forums on current photographic and related issues are presented in Gallery Three, supported by the Helen Macpherson Smith Trust. CCP’s occasional publications include lecture papers, as well as catalogues to accompany many exhibitions. CCP publishes the triannual newsletter Flash containing topical articles. CCP welcomes teacher, student and community groups for exhibition tours by appointment.
View CCP's Catalogues, Flash newsletter and Photogenic publication.
Volunteers & Internships
Volunteers play
an integral role in the
everyday running of CCP.
Interns are accepted
by application.
CCP SHOP
Presenting second hand and new photography books from around the world sourced by Sainsbury’s Books, this unique space designed by Sean Godsell Architects expands the photography experience at CCP. A select and exciting range of cameras as well as photographic prints by emerging and mid career contemporary Australian artists are for sale. CCP’s profit from Books and Prints sales goes back into supporting CCP’s public programs.
Membership
CCP Members share an active interest in contemporary art and their support enables CCP to develop its aims and expand its services and programs. There are many good reasons to join CCP including:
- Flash newsletter (tri-annual);
- Access to CCP’s online Imagebank
- Regular information and invitations to CCP exhibitions and events
- 15 % discount on books and merchandise at the CCP Store
- Discounts for CCP photography courses and lectures
- Discounts on entry exhibitions such as the Kodak Salon and the Leica/CCP Documentary Photography Award
- Discounts to local and related businesses upon presentation of a CCP membership card
For a full listing of CCP membership benefits please see CCP membership.
Government Funding
CCP is supported by the Visual Arts and Craft Strategy, an initiative of The Australian, State and Territory Governments. CCP is supported by the Victorian Government through Arts Victoria and the Community Support Fund, and by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body. CCP is a member of CAOS, Contemporary Arts Organisations of Australia. In 2005 CCP receives support from the City of Yarra.
Fundraising
The new CCP premises have been achieved through extraordinary public support.
CCP raises over 45% of its annual income, and enjoys strong community support with a paid subscriber base of over 600. The Centre receives financial and in-kind support from a variety of corporate and benevolent sponsors, and is active in fundraising through regular events including the biannual Stellar Fundraising Auction. Donations are gratefully received and tax deductible.
