The International Center of Photography in New York City is starting to put together a “virtual archive” of the coronavirus pandemic, and they are requesting that photographers whether amateur or professional contribute images to the project as a way of fostering community.
The call to action was first published on the ICP website and then Instagram. The organization is asking photographers of all skill levels to share their images and stories that capture life in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
An excerpt of the Publication on the Organizations website read; “At the International Center of Photography, we know the value of communication in difficult times. We know the value of human life, of wellbeing, and solidarity. We would love to see what you are creating in this moment. This will function as an imagined community of our voices—speculative, open, and urgent.”
Photographers who are interested in submitting work can either tag their images with #ICPConcerned, or email them directly to the center’s social media team at socialmedia@icp.org.
According to The New York Times, a team of 5 curators will review all submissions, and 3 to 6 images will be posted to the official ICP Instagram account each day of the pandemic, with all proper credit attached.
If you’d like to contribute, the organization would like to remind you to adhere to all public health guidelines and not take any unnecessary risks in order to capture your submission. Many of the photos sent in thus far were taken from home, or while obviously observing social distancing guidelines and stay-at-home directives.
To learn more or submit your own photography, head over to the ICP website or post your #ICPConcerned photo to Instagram.
