Praxis Photo Arts Center

Praxis Photo Arts Center, located in Minneapolis, is a vibrant nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the photographic arts. Artist-led and community-driven, Praxis champions lens-based artists at all stages of their careers, with a special focus on supporting emerging voices. The center serves as both a gallery and an educational hub, offering a dynamic environment for creative growth, collaboration, and discovery.

At the heart of Praxis’s mission is the belief that photography can be a powerful tool for dialogue and understanding. Through a rich array of solo and group exhibitions, the center presents work that reflects diverse perspectives and pushes the boundaries of visual storytelling. These exhibitions are designed to engage audiences not only with beautiful images, but also with challenging ideas and new ways of seeing the world.

Beyond the gallery walls, Praxis Photo Arts Center offers a range of educational programs and professional development opportunities. Monthly Artist Talks and Critique Sessions are free and open to the public, providing valuable insight into the creative process and fostering a supportive peer network. Workshops cover everything from traditional darkroom techniques to contemporary digital practices, encouraging artists to explore, experiment, and refine their craft.

Memberships at Praxis offer access to a fully equipped darkroom and studio facilities, creating an inclusive space where photographers can produce work and connect with a like-minded community. Whether through education, exhibition, or shared creative space, Praxis continues to be a nurturing platform for artistic exploration and exchange.

Rooted in Minneapolis but connected to a broader creative landscape, Praxis Photo Arts Center is more than a gallery—it’s a place where photography lives, evolves, and inspires. Through its programs and exhibitions, Praxis continues to make lens-based art accessible, relevant, and deeply engaging.