who we are
With 30+ years of combined experience, we help photographers at every stage of their journey grow their craft and share their work with the world.
Creative Resource Collective
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CRC is a global photography community of 50,000 creatives in 140+ countries. We provide world-class education and photo contests, helping members earn press in major media outlets worldwide. With 30+ years of combined experience, we support photographers at every stage in sharing their work with the world.
We created CRC as a global photography community of 50,000 creatives in 140+ countries. Offering world-class education and exclusive contests with $100K in prizes, CRC has helped its community earn global exposure in outlets such as CNN, Forbes, Smithsonian Magazine, and more.
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education
We offer two annual education opportunities with our Creative Director, award-winning photographer Drew Doggett: a flagship course on the business of fine art photography and a live, free workshop for photographers around the world.
Established in 2022, the reFocus Award offers three annual contests, including the World Photo Annual, which crowns the Photographers of the Year. This contest recognizes overall excellence in photography.
The 1839 Awards, named after one of the most formative years in the history of photography, are dedicated to celebrating the art of photography and those who continue to push the medium forward.
The Exposure One Awards is the premier contest for black and white photography, celebrating the timeless power and emotional depth of the monochrome image.
Our platforms celebrate the enduring power of photography and the creators behind it. Honorees receive global exposure, published interviews, cash prizes, custom press releases, artist directory placement, winner’s assets, and more.
photography contests
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This annual course is designed to help fine art photographers build sustainable, financially viable practices while preserving creative freedom and integrity.
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flagship course
The Lens: Mastering the Business of Fine Art Photography
“Greatest investment I’ve ever made in my career.”
-Jessica, USA
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Join our free, live, three-day workshop alongside hundreds of photographers from our diverse, global community. During this in-depth learning experience, you’ll receive supporting materials, complete creative exercises designed to set you up for success, and attend live training sessions with opportunities to ask your questions in real time
Free Workshop for Photographers
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