Eddie Adams Workshop

Jeffersonville, NY, USA

October 9-12, 2026

Founded in 1988, the Eddie Adams Workshop was created to expand access to professional opportunities by selecting students based on talent rather than their ability to pay tuition. Emerging photographers submit portfolios for review, and a committee of industry leaders selects 100 participants solely on the strength of their work. Over four intensive days, students work alongside top photographers and editors, gaining hands-on experience through assignments, portfolio reviews, panel discussions, and presentations. The Workshop’s dedicated volunteer faculty and staff, many of them alumni, are passionate about its mission and generously give their time and expertise.

Since all faculty, portfolio reviewers, and support staff donate their time as volunteers, we do not charge a fee for the program or access to our faculty. However, there is a room & board fee of $475 to help cover your four days of lodging and meals during the Workshop. Participants are also responsible for their travel costs to and from Jeffersonville, NY.

Please read the FAQ below before applying. For more information on the program and travel & lodging costs, visit our website.

College Students Apply Here

Emerging Professionals Apply Here

U.S. Military & Veterans Apply Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Application & Eligibility

How many participants are selected?

The workshop accepts 100 participants annually, evenly split between college students and emerging professionals. U.S. military applicants will be included among the emerging professionals category unless currently enrolled in a college program. Once accepted, all 100 participants experience the same program and work together in teams.

What are the submission requirements?

• Online Application
• Brief Bio (150 word max)
• Personal Statement (150 word max)
• CV or Resume
• Portfolio of 12-20 Images
• Application Fee* 

What is the application fee?

$40 USD: Applications submitted by May 24, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT

$55 USD (Late Entry): Applications submitted May 25-31, 2026

What is the deadline to apply?

Deadline: May 24, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT.

Late Entry (Extended) Deadline: May 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT.

(Late entries submitted after May 24 incur a higher application fee.)

Who is eligible to apply?

College Student eligibility: 

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Spring 2026 graduates 
• Students between programs that are currently accepted for Summer or Fall 2026 enrollment
• Master’s and PhD students 

Emerging Professionals eligibility: 

• Photographers with less than six years of full-time, professional experience and who are not yet widely recognized figures in editorial, commercial, or fine art photography.
• Part-time photographers or individuals transitioning from other careers into photography
• Open to photographers of all genres

U.S. Military eligibility:

• Photographers who are active duty or veterans 

Exclusions include:

• Photographers holding full-time staff photographer positions at major publications for more than six years are ineligible to apply. (Internships are not considered “staff”)
• Photographers under contract with agencies like the Associated Press (AP), Getty Images, or Reuters for more than six years are ineligible to apply.

If you have questions about eligibility, contact us at info@eaworkshop.org.

Is there an age requirement?

You must be at least 20 years old by October 9, 2026 to apply. There is no age maximum.

What type of photographers can apply?

Photographers from all genres are welcome.

Can I apply again if I wasn’t accepted before?

Yes. You may apply as many times as you like, but you can only attend once.

Can I apply if I don’t live in the USA?

Yes. We welcome participants from all over the world each year. Before applying to EAW, please ensure a U.S. visa is obtainable in your country and review current requirements on the U.S. Department of State - Visas website. 

Participants are responsible for all aspects of the visa process, including appointments, documentation, and fees. 

Do you offer application fee waivers or financial aid?

No. The Eddie Adams Workshop is unable to offer application fee waivers, room and board fee waivers, or financial assistance for travel.

Portfolio Submission

What kind of pictures should I submit?

Your portfolio should reflect your vision as a photographer. You may submit a variety of images, images from a single photo series, or a combination of both. We want to see your strongest work, whatever you feel that may be.

Can I leave the metadata in my files?

Yes. 

Do I need to submit captions?

Captions are optional. If you’d like, they can be included in your metadata.

Can I submit video or audio with my images?

No. 

Do diptychs count as one or two images towards my 20-image maximum?

Diptychs count as one image. The two images should work coherently together. Do not include diptychs just to show more work.

Can I use AI tools?

Captions are not required. If you’d like, they can be included in your metadata.nerated images or images manipulated using generative AI tools. Including AI programs that introduce new information to enlarge and sharpen images. Any evidence of AI enhancement will lead to automatic disqualification. Standard post-production enhancements such as toning, white balance, and sharpening are allowed.