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AOP FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
Be part of our new community ambition and Support the AOP
In 2028, the AOP will celebrate 60 years since its inception in 1968. For almost six decades, we have
celebrated the very best in commercial photography, experiencing the changes in style, trends and genres.
There are very few industry-specific communal spaces our photography community can call its own - to be
able to do some work, congregate with each other and share news & views in a space that can offer a range of
uses tailored to our community9s needs.
So, we9ve come up with a plan, and we hope you9ll support us on this journey of renewal.
This is your opportunity to be part of our new community ambition.
Our aim is to fundraise enough money to 'save our premises' and turn it into...
A vital communal hub, for AOP members to use and for our wider community to access.
We cannot do this alone. We need your support and commitment.
Simply put, we need to raise £75,000 to use the property as a community hub for a year, without seeking a
permanent tenant.
Here's a list of potential uses*:
Hot desking spaces (subject to availability, on a first come first served 8bookable9 basis)
Option to supply prints/work for the AOP premises walls (time limited)
Dry hire photo studio space (low ceilings) and outdoor natural light shoots (STA)
Industry events, social gatherings, talks and workshops (member-discounted rates)
Reduced rates for meeting/room hires (STA)
Pop-up gallery for exhibitions (installation costs may apply)
Casting studio hire
Or other external hires i.e. studio-based classes
*[Members receive priority bookings around AOP9s scheduled programme]
