Focus Frame Workshop: A Teen Photo Lab for Creative Teens in Bergen & Rockland County
If you’re a parent in Bergen County or Rockland County looking for a meaningful teen summer program, Focus Frame might be exactly what your teen needs. This one-week photography workshop isn’t your typical summer camp. It’s a hands-on, creative lab where teens learn real DSLR photography skills, explore visual storytelling, and build the confidence to express themselves through images.
Created by Bergen County-based photographer and former art educator Julia Chang-Lomonico, this program is designed for high schoolers who may have outgrown traditional camps but still crave something engaging and creative to do this summer. Focus Frame blends structure with freedom—offering just enough guidance for skill-building while allowing students to pursue their own point of view.
With only 10 spots available in this founding round, it’s an opportunity to not only join, but help shape, a truly original teen summer program built specifically for the needs of creative teens in our area.
Photographing Adolescence: A Conversation About Meeting Teens (and Ourselves) Where We Are
I did a thing that was completely outside my comfort zone. I was recently interviewed on the Documentary Family Photographers Community podcast by the wonderful Heather Whitten, and we talked all about Photographing Adolescence.
We dug into how my homeschooling journey shaped my approach to photography, why I’ve become more drawn to photographing teens, and the impact of advice I’ve received from Nyack based therapist Maskit and clinical psychologist Lisa Damour in doing this work thoughtfully.
This conversation means a lot to me. It’s personal, a little vulnerable, and full of the kinds of things I wish more people talked about when it comes to parenting and photographing teens.
Why Your Family Photos Deserve More Than the Cloud
Your phone is likely filled with thousands of photos of your kids—first-day-of-school grins, backyard playdates, and cozy bedtime routines. While these snapshots tell part of your family’s story, they’re often incomplete. The biggest problems? You are rarely in the photos, and most of them sit untouched on the cloud, never printed or enjoyed.
It’s time to stop letting precious memories stay buried in your digital clutter. Let’s create something timeless—something your family will cherish for generations.
Read more about how to preserve your family’s story.
Taking a Break from the Election: Find Peace and Clarity in Nature
Amid election chaos, find peace by taking a break from the election and reconnecting with nature. Discover how outdoor activities can reduce stress, enhance mindfulness, and strengthen family bonds. Explore simple ways to embrace nature—like daily walks and weekend getaways. Prioritize your well-being and find clarity amidst the noise.