The mission of Youth in Focus is to empower urban teens, through photography, to experience their world in new ways and make positive changes in their lives.

Youth in Focus gives local youth the opportunity to express themselves visually in a supportive environment. Classes with Youth in Focus ignite the imagination and provide valuable life and work skills. For information, call 206.723.1479 or explore this site.

Click to apply for Free Photography classes

If you have trouble printing this application, please call us at 206.723.1479 and we can help you. Also, you are welcome to come visit us at YIF and pick up an application at 2100 24th Ave S, Suite 310.

Mark your calendar:

August 25 through November 19
Summer End-of-Quarter Exhibit
Beginning B&W / Intermediate B&W / Beginning Digital
Youth in Focus Gallery
2100 24th Ave. S., Suite 310, Seattle, 98144
Opening Reception: August 25, 5:30-7pm

September 1 – 30
Summer End-of-Quarter Exhibit
Advanced B&W
The Q Café
3223 15th Ave. W. just south of the Ballard Bridge
Opening Reception: September 1, 5-6:30pm

Gallery of student work
Prints are available for sale


Photo by Anu M., Youth in Focus Student