VANCOUVER
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY COLLECTIVE
Photo by Kathryn Ford
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Photo by Jamie Poh
FEBRUARY 2026: CHINESE NEW YEAR PARADE
Members of VANSPC gathered in Chinatown, Vancouver on February 22, 2026 to photograph the Chinese New Year Parade, welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse. The streets came alive with the rhythm of drums, the movement of dragon processions and lion dancers, and the shared anticipation of a new beginning. Moving alongside the crowd, our photographers observed moments both grand and quiet, gestures of celebration, fleeting expressions, and the living traditions that continue to shape the neighbourhood each year.
Through patience and curiosity, members documented the atmosphere as it unfolded in real time, finding stories in motion and stillness alike. We invite you to explore the dedicated gallery and experience the parade through the eyes of our members, discovering the moments they witnessed and preserved along the way.
Background photo by Avril Orloff
What’s On
David Jardine
Each month, we shine a spotlight on one of our collective’s unique voices. Dive into the story behind the lens—learn what inspires their work, what drives their creative process, and discover their top tips for fellow photographers. Don’t miss their handpicked selection of three standout images. This month’s featured member is ready to shift your perspective.
ZINE 09
Street Style
Twice a year, we bring our collective vision to print. Our annual zines are a curated collection of photographs from across the collective—each image a reflection of the streets we walk and the stories we uncover. Thoughtfully designed and beautifully printed, the zines captures the spirit and diversity of our community.
Our latest volume is devoted to Street Style. See how our members interpreted this broad theme, in our vibrant city.
Introducing Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are small, member-led groups within VanSPC focused on specific aspects of photography and photographic practice. These groups provide space for learning, discussion, and hands-on exploration around shared interests, allowing members to go deeper into the craft together.
From long-standing groups like the Photo Book Club to newer initiatives such as the Print Club, SIGs reflect the evolving interests of the collective. Each group meets independently and contributes to the broader culture of learning, inspiration, and thoughtful engagement that defines VanSPC.
Check out our current VanSPC SIGS in the menu at the top of the page.
Recent
New Collective Members
VanSPC welcomes the following new members to the Collective:
Click on their names for their biographies, or click Explore to learn more about all our members.
Pavement Poetry Exhibit
Our fall group show, Pavement Poetry at The Gallery George, invited guests to reflect on the poetic, expressive side of street photography. 31 photographers shared 54 images. Their photos capturing the small magic of public space, with moments that were layered, surprising, mysterious, or that revealed something deeper than what’s on the surface.
Click the Retrospective button below, and see what the Collective got up to.
February 2026 AGM Member Showcase
VanSPC hosted their 2026 AGM in February. Included in the meeting was a showcase featuring members’ photographs arranged to reveal the arc of their photographic journeys, beginning with early experiments, moving through periods of growth, and arriving at images that define their work today.
Check out the gallery and take a moment to Discover the images our photographers brought to the session.
