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ICP PhotoSLAM Returns with Summer in NYC Theme

festival-fair · 2026-08-07

The International Center of Photography (ICP) is hosting the next installment of its ICP PhotoSLAM series, an open-mic event where photographers, community members, and audience members compete in a live storytelling competition driven by photographs. The upcoming event, themed "Summer in NYC," invites participants to share their best photographs and stories capturing the city's summer experiences, from the Knicks' playoff run to the World Cup festivities. The event will be hosted by Idris Talib Solomon, returning as the master of ceremonies. The winning photography story will receive a year-long individual membership to ICP, which includes free museum access (valued at $75), and an ICP Swag Bag. The event is designed to engage both visual storytellers and audience members, who will serve as the judging panel. This installment continues the series' tradition of fostering community engagement and celebrating the art of visual storytelling.

Key facts

  • ICP PhotoSLAM is an open-mic event for live storytelling with photographs.
  • The next event theme is 'Summer in NYC'.
  • Idris Talib Solomon returns as host.
  • Winner receives a year ICP membership ($75 value) and a swag bag.
  • Audience members serve as the judging panel.
  • Event is part of the ICP PhotoSLAM series.
  • The event is held at the International Center of Photography (ICP).
  • The theme highlights summer activities in NYC, including Knicks and World Cup.

Entities

Artists

  • Idris Talib Solomon

Institutions

  • International Center of Photography (ICP)

Locations

  • New York City
  • United States

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