Our Story

Photography is a solitary craft.

We spend hours alone behind our cameras, editing at our computers, and traveling to assignments. That isolation—that disconnect from others who understand our challenges—can wear you down over time.

Green Street Photo Collective was born from a simple truth: photographers need community.

What we've been seeking is a space to gather, create, and grow. A place to share equipment, knowledge, and perspective. A community that reminds us why we fell in love with this work in the first place.

So six of us stopped waiting—and decided to build it ourselves.

Located just steps from the Orange Line in Jamaica Plain, our 833-square-foot studio will become a creative hub for documentary photographers and visual storytellers to hone their craft and build lasting connections.

No corporate backing. No venture capital. Just photographers pooling resources to create what we all need.

Who We Are

We’re a founding team of six photographers united by a shared belief: that community makes our work—and our lives—better.

Our backgrounds span the full spectrum of photography: full-time news, freelance editorial, commercial, sports, and documentary. Each of us brings a unique perspective, grounded in a deep commitment to storytelling, ethics, and mutual support.

What We're Building

Our 833-square-foot space will include:

  • Rentable Studio Space: A professional shooting area with lighting, backdrops, and a cyclorama wall—available at affordable rates

  • Public Gallery: Exhibitions showcasing member and community work

  • Open Workshops: Artist talks, critiques, and hands-on programs for all levels, including youth-focused sessions

  • Photography Library: A browsable collection of photo books, zines, and educational resources

  • Community Darkroom (Coming Soon): A dedicated film space for learning and practicing analog techniques

This isn’t just for us—it’s for the wider Boston photography community. Through public events and youth outreach, we’re committed to expanding access and opportunity.

Why It Matters

In a digital-first world, physical spaces for creative connection are more vital than ever. Green Street Photo Collective will:

  • Build a supportive community for photographers at all stages

  • Make studio space and tools accessible to a diverse range of creators

  • Create a platform for underrepresented stories and perspectives

  • Connect photographers and the public through exhibitions and education

  • Preserve analog techniques while embracing digital innovation

With space, resources, and community, photographers thrive. Your support gives us the tools to collaborate, experiment, and push each other’s work further than we could alone.

How Your Support Will Help

Every dollar goes directly into building a space that serves Boston’s photography community:

  • Space Renovation: Repairing water damage and ensuring the studio is safe and functional

  • Professional Equipment: Lighting, stands, modifiers, and essential gear

  • Cyclorama Wall: A seamless curved wall for flexible shoots

  • Gallery Setup: A clean, professional display system for rotating exhibitions

  • Workshop Materials: Tools for hands-on learning across skill levels

  • Photography Library: Books, zines, and reference materials

  • Community Lounge: A welcoming place for critique sessions, meetings, and events

  • Darkroom Build-Out: Materials, ventilation, and enlargers for analog work

Our Values

At the heart of Green Street are values that shape everything we do:

  • Authenticity in images and relationships

  • Collaboration that uplifts and challenges

  • Community both inside our space and beyond

  • Accessibility to ensure space and tools are available to all

  • Inclusive storytelling through mentorship and opportunities for underrepresented photographers

We believe powerful visual stories emerge from trust, honesty, and shared experience. That’s what we’re building here.

Six photographers. One studio. Let’s build this together.

Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

We've structured our rewards to give you meaningful connections to our work. These prints by founding collective members are offered across our reward tiers. Please message us directly on Kickstarter after pledging to indicate whose print you are ordering. You will receive confirmation that we have confirmed your print selection.