Today’s Xulibook is dedicated to our Advanced students:
Noah Kato-Samuel Heidi Addy maxwell masa Kyle Brown
Noah, Heidi, Addie, Masa, Maxwell, and Kyle.
Special mention also for Cassius and Prodige, who are not on the video but also made a great a Photobook. 🫡
Over the past few months, they’ve explored different approaches to photobook experimenting with binding techniques, layouts, sequencing, text, materials, and storytelling. 📚
Thanks to the guidance of Tony White, each student developed a completely unique project, proving that there isn’t just one way to make a photobook.✨
We’re incredibly proud of what they’ve created. Not only are they talented photographers, but they’re also thoughtful artists with stories worth sharing. 📸
You can enjoy these books, as well as a wide selection of our students’ photographic works, all summer long at the Affirmation Arts in New York.👀
This wouldn’t be possible without RichardGrosbard , thank you for helping make this project possible.
Which book would you pick up first?? 🫣
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Ping Pong with Kyle Kyle Brown, one of our senior photographers.🏓
Get to know the experiences and interests that have shaped his journey at NYC Salt.📸✨
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06/14/2026
Today, as New York City celebrates its first championship title, the Puerto Rican Day Parade returns to Fifth Avenue—an annual tradition that has honored Puerto Rican culture, history, and contributions since 1958.
We’re proud to highlight NYCSALT alumni Daniel and Jordan Martinez, both born and raised in New York City with deep Puerto Rican roots.
This year, they returned to NYCSALT not only as photographers, but as mentors—helping guide our Intro to Photography students and continuing the cycle of support they once received.
From documenting the energy of the parade to capturing moments at Orchard Beach in the Bronx, their work reflects the vibrancy, pride, and creative spirit that define Puerto Rican culture.
Puerto Ricans have long shaped the cultural fabric of New York City, and today we celebrate that legacy while honoring the next generation carrying it forward.
06/13/2026
Hi everyone!
Our weekly update is here! 📸
Photography events and exhibitions in NYC happening this week:
💥Monday, June 15 - Sports & Storytelling Part 4: The Creative Pivot with Jean Fruth () | Hosted by at | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM FREE WITH RSVP
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💥Tuesday, June 16 - Understanding Light: The Path to Great Photography with Ian Spanier () at | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
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💥Tuesday, June 16 - Marilyn Monroe 100: The Official Centenary Book at | 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM FREE WITH RSVP
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💥Wednesday, June 17 - Dance Through the Lens: The Collaborative Art of Ballet Photography with Gavin Larsen (), Gene Schiavone () and Kylie Edwards () at | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
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💥Thursday, June 18 - Intro to Camera Rigging & Multifunctional Filmmaking Gear with Sergio Santiago () and .us at | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
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💥Thursday, June 18 - Friday, June 19 - Cash-4-Cameras at | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
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🚨Through June 20 - Chester Higgins (): Shared Memories at | FREE
Enjoy!
06/11/2026
Meet Eden, one of our first-year students. From striking street portraits to quiet city moments, her eye for light and composition is one to watch.
From Lady Di… to Lady Gaga 📸
Today’s Xulibook is Private View by .
We’re NYC SALT, and this is 𝓧𝓾𝓵𝓲𝓫𝓸𝓸𝓴𝓼 📚✨
a space where we share unique and inspiring photobooks by artists from around the world.
From Kate Moss to Madonna and the British Royal Family, Testino has photographed some of the most recognizable faces on the planet (apart from 😎) .
But this book isn’t really about fame.
It’s about trust.
What made Testino’s photographs so powerful wasn’t just his access to celebrities, it was his ability to capture the moments between the poses.
The laugh that wasn’t planned.
The glance nobody expected.
The version of someone that appears when they forget the camera is there.
The result is a book full of images that still feel fresh, intimate, and surprisingly human. 👌
Because the real subject of Private View isn’t celebrity.
It’s connection. ✨
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Ping Pong with Adama (), one of our 10th grade photographers.🏓
Get to know the experiences and interests that have shaped his journey at NYC Salt.📸✨
06/08/2026
As we wrap up our end-of-year show at , we want to celebrate and thank our incredible students for their dedication, growth, and the powerful images they created this year.
This exhibition was a major milestone—many of our students experienced having their work in a gallery for the very first time. Seeing their photographs on the walls was a true reflection of their hard work and commitment to their craft.
If you haven’t had a chance to visit yet, student work will remain on view at for at least the next two weeks.
Thank you to our sponsors, supporters, parents, and friends—this wouldn’t have been possible without you.
06/06/2026
Hi everyone!
Our weekly update is here! 📸
Photography events and exhibitions in NYC happening this week:
💥Monday, June 8 - Social Media for the Photographer/Filmmaker by B&H Video & Social Teams at | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/eventDetails.jsp/id/5153
💥Tuesday, June 9 - Pro Tips to Better Portrait Photography with Brian Smith () | Hosted by Sony at | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/eventDetails.jsp/id/5156
💥Wednesday, June 10 - Creative Portraits with Socials Most Followed Photographer Jordi Koalitic (.koalitic) at | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-portraits-with-socials-most-followed-photographer-jordi-koalitic-tickets-1989921872889?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
💥Thursday, June 11 - OnSet with Daniel Norton (): Product Photography Made Simple at | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/onset-with-daniel-norton-product-photography-made-simple-tickets-1990573603232?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
💥Thursday, June 11 - Screening + Panel Talk: Everybody Street with Cheryl Dunn (), Martha Cooper (), Jamel Shabazz (), and Clayton Patterson () at | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM FREE WITH RSVP
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/screening-panel-talk-everybody-street-tickets-1989726484477?aff=oddtdtcreator
💥Saturday, June 13 - Bird Photography Workshop at Rockefeller State Park Preserve | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM $4
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bird-photography-workshop-tickets-1988939914826?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Enjoy!
Thank you to everyone who was part of this journey. The past week was stressful, the days were long, but seeing it all come together made it completely worth it. 🤝❤️
If you haven’t had a chance to visit yet, you can still enjoy our students’ artwork all summer long at Affirmation Arts in NYC. ❤️🎨
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