The Centre for Contemporary Photography (CCP) has been forced to vacate its Fitzroy home of almost 20 years following the recent withdrawal of funding from both Creative Australia and Creative Victoria.

The not-for-profit organisation has established itself as a vital local institution for contemporary photographers, launching the careers of many artists and curators across Australia. 

Director Daniel Boetker-Smith says, “For nearly 40 years, CCP has played a pivotal role in the development of lens-based arts and photography by providing educational programs, exhibition opportunities, and commissioned creative projects, and will continue to do so. The lack of government support is confronting, particularly given the high levels of achievement and impact in recent years. However, rally we must, and we will.”

While searching for a new permanent home, the CCP will be occupying a project space at Collingwood Yards, where it will host a small program of exhibitions and events. It will also be presenting exhibitions in partnership with other venues and institutions, including the Alan Adler exhibition Auto-Photo in 2025 (the accompanying publication, published by Perimeter Editions, will be launched at the Collingwood Yards project space).

Artist Patrick Pound, who chairs the CCP board, says, “It is a precarious time for arts organisations such as our own, and while being forced to leave our home weighs heavily, we’re buoyed by the excitement and support for our long-term vision which honours and propels our near-40 year legacy.”

The CCP Project Space at Collingwood Yards is expected to open late September.