What Is Tsirkus Fotografika?
Tsirkus evolved organically as a result of founder RA Friedman’s love of the figure, image making, and vintage photographic technology. It started with a few shoots, first for free and then to raise money for P.A.W.S. and the concept grew from there. In crafting Tsirkus, Friedman decided to create a framework that would allow him to concentrate on what he believed was most important - creating engaging work with new and interesting artistic collaborators. At the same time he aimed to leave behind the traditional artist/gallery paradigm that he saw as working against him and many other artists. By partnering with other non-profit and artistic ventures while also being driven by the creative skills and energy of many, Tsirkus continues to bring a new and lively creative space to communities. The project itself has emerged as an ongoing and ever-expanding conceptual piece wherein the photographic images bear witness to its ability to spur lively artistic improvisation and imbue those it touches with a new and wider perspective.
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Nuts and Bolts
Tsirkus Fotografika is a 501c3 sponsored project of
Fractured Atlas of
NYC. All donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Tsirkus carries its own equipment and liability insurance.
We use public transportation, foot-power, or carpool whenever possible and are always looking
for ways to reduce our energy consumption and overall impact on the planet.
Many on our staff are vegan/vegetarian.
We recycle whenever possible.