2026 Medium Festival of Photography Passes
Join us at the 2026 Medium Festival of Photography
March 27–28, 2026
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (La Jolla)
Two days of photography, conversation, and creative community.
Customize Your Festival Experience
Add a Portfolio Review
Take your weekend further with one-on-one portfolio reviews with curators, editors, and arts professionals.
Designed to provide meaningful feedback and real connection, reviews offer personalized critique, career insight, and opportunities to expand your professional network.
Portfolio Review registration includes:
A dedicated table at the Friday Portfolio Walk
Scheduled one-on-one reviews with San Diego industry leaders
A Festival Pass
Spots are limited and consistently sell out — early registration is strongly encouraged.
Reserve a Table at the Pop-Up Image Makers Market
Showcase and sell your work during the Festival’s vibrant pop-up market featuring artists, arts organizations, and creative businesses.
Member Pricing
Medium Photo Members receive preferred Festival pricing — one of the many benefits of supporting year-round programming.
Check your member newsletter for discount codes, or email info@mediumphoto.org if you need assistance.
Not a member yet? Join the club to unlock Festival savings plus access to workshops, artist talks, exhibitions, and community events throughout the year.
Early Bird Pricing
Early Bird pricing is our way of saying thank you for planning ahead. Secure your pass early and save — quantities are limited and prices increase as the Festival approaches.
Festival Pass Options
Pay What You Can Festival Attractions
Dip a toe in.
Choose the price that works for you and join us for select Festival events — because access matters.
Limited Pay What You Can tickets are available. Claim yours while they last.
All events below take place in MCASD’s Axline Court and are included with Pay What You Can registration:
Friday, 3/27 | 5–7pm
Community Print Hang/Swap
Co-hosted by Camera Exposure + Safelight Labs. Bring a print, take a print, make a friend.
Afterparty at a nearby venue (TBD) to keep the conversation going.
Friday, 3/27 | 5–7pm
Portfolio Walk
A roaming exhibition of photographers sharing work IRL. Come browse, connect, and discover someone new.
Saturday, 3/28 | 10am–5pm
Pop-Up Image Makers Market
Books, prints, zines, photo goods, and creative chaos in the best possible way.
Snapshot Pass
$25 ($15 early bird pricing ends 3/10)
For less than the cost of a decent dinner, you get:
Admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego on Friday & Saturday (a $50 value)
Access to the Community Print Hang/Swap
Entrance to the Portfolio Walk
Admission to the Pop-Up Image Makers Market
Entrance to the Alternative Process Patio (yes, it’s as cool as it sounds)
Entry to the opening reception of “Where We Stand”, Medium Photo’s juried exhibition at MCASD
Art. Museum access. Community.
Full Frame Pass
$150 / $75 full time student
($130 / $65 early bird pricing ends 3/10)
Best value: 20% Member Discount before 3/10 ($120 / $60)
This is the whole experience.
Includes all Snapshot Pass benefits, plus:
Access to all artist talks, panels, and workshops
Activity voucher for use at the Alternative Process Patio
10% discount on Medium merch
One-year Medium Photo membership @ the General level (a $60 value)
You’re in the room where it happens.
Platinum Print Pass
$295 ($259 early bird pricing ends 3/10)
Best value: 20% Member Discount before 3/10 ($236)
You like front-row energy? We see you.
Includes all Full Frame Pass benefits, plus:
Reserved festival parking (because parking should not be performance art)
A 2026 Medium Festival keepsake tintype portrait of yourself (immortalized in silver)
15% discount on Medium merch
One-year Medium Photo membership @ the Supporter level (a $120 value)
Art, access, and a little sparkle.