Outside the Lens Information

The mission of Outside the Lens is to ignite confidence in young people to pursue creative pathways and drive social change through the transformative power of media arts. Through in-school, after-school, and summer programs, Outside the Lens engages youth, building 21st Century Skills and giving them the tools to express themselves creatively and have their voices heard and advocate for change. Outside the Lens also trains teachers around the world to implement our curriculum in their own classrooms. At Outside the Lens' Wonder Lab + Gallery in San Diego's East Village, we connect with the community through our monthly photography exhibits by youth and professional photographers alike, as well as our summer camps and evening and weekend photography workshops for learners of all ages.