Question 1

When was DBM Visionaries established?

Accepted Answer

Our founder, Briana Stroman, started teaching photography classes in Fall/Winter of 2022 through a non-profit organization called ArtBuds, which took place at our current home base, Urban Art Gallery (aka UAG). While she was present as a guest instructor for a few class days, it captured the attention of UAG. From there, DBM Visionaries was born in Summer of 2023.

Question 2

Where is DBM Visionaries located?

Accepted Answer

We are based in Philadelphia, PA, and host programs throughout the city, including community spaces and outdoor locations. We also travel within the Greater Philadelphia Area or the Tri-State Area.

Our current home base is with our youth partners at Urban Art Gallery in West Philadelphia.

Question 3

How often do you have photography programs?

Accepted Answer

For both youth and adult programs, we aim to host them at least 3-4 times a year.

Question 4

Who can participate in DBM Visionaries programs?

Accepted Answer

We welcome youth as young as 11 years old up to elderly adults.

Question 5

Is there a cost for your photography programs?

Accepted Answer

• Our youth workshops are FREE due to our partnership with Urban Art Gallery. 
 • Our adult workshops has a registration fee based on the program you're interested in: Essentials (4 weeks - $99) or Essentials + Creator (8 weeks - $199).

Question 6

Do participants need prior photography experience?

Accepted Answer

No. In fact, our academy primarily caters to beginner photographers.

Question 7

Do I need my own camera to participate?

Accepted Answer

No. If you don't have your own camera, we provide loaner DSLR cameras for you to use during class.

Question 8

If I have my own camera, can I bring it to class? Also, what type of camera should it be?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We encourage students to bring their own camera if they have one.

We highly recommend to bring a digital camera such as a DSLR or Mirrorless camera (of any brand) so that everyone can be on the same page with learning. If you have a film camera, point & shoot/bridge camera, or decide to use your smartphone, you can still participate...but your process will be different than others.

Question 9

How can I stay updated on upcoming workshops and events?

Accepted Answer

You can stay updated one of the following ways:
 • Sign up for our academy newsletter via email (scroll to the bottom of our website to sign up)
 • Text DBMV to 888-298-6740 to receive updates to your phone.
 • Follow us on social media (Instagram: @dbmvisionaries | Facebook: DBM Visionaries | LinkedIn: DBM Visionaries)

Question 10

How can I support DBM Visionaries?

Accepted Answer

You can support us by attending events, donating, volunteering, or spreading the word about our programs.

Question 11

I'm having a technical issue signing up for the program. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

The first thing to try is refreshing the webpage. If that doesn't work, please let us know so we can assist you.