Become a Member
The generosity of our members allows us to continue to offer our education programs, world-class exhibitions, community film festivals and state-of-the-art theater experiences.
Become a Member
Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) is proud to welcome and honor our annual partners by building a relationship that is beneficial for all participants. Together, we build exposure for your business, recognize your commitment to the community, and align your brand with one of the premier arts organizations in the nation.
Click here for comprehensive Corporate Membership Brochure.
For questions regarding corporate memberships, contact MOPA’s Development Team at 619.238.7559 x208 or development@mopa.org.
Crew Membership Benefits
Film Crew
- Films and Film Festival Experiences: Film screenings just for you, and we’ll let you know when you get the chance to attend film festivals.
- Interactive workshops: Who wouldn’t want to learn how to create films and video?
- Filmmaker Meet and Greets: Ask all those burning questions about films and get to meet new friends who enjoy the same things.
- Lights! Camera! Action! Entertainment: Because our Film Crew gets surprises too!
- Red-carpet treatment at the museum: You’re in now! That means free admission, invitations to members receptions, and extra benefits.
Photo Crew
- Social events: Each activity you’re invited to includes social networking, so come on in and meet new friends already.
- Red-carpet treatment at the museum: You’re in now! That means free admission, invitations to members receptions, and extra benefits.
- Hands-on fun photography activities: Maybe you’re a pro already, or maybe you use your phone camera. Whatever level you’re at, we have something new and fun for you to learn.
- Flashy surprises! Like we would actually tell you what these are…shhh it’s a surprise.
Student Membership Benefits
For one individual.
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 10% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (2) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership is 100% tax-deductible
- (1) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (1) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Educator Membership Benefits
For one individual.
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 10% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (2) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership is 100% tax-deductible
- (1) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (1) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Senior Membership Benefits
For one individual.
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 10% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (2) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership is 100% tax-deductible
- (1) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (1) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Individual Membership Benefits
For one individual.
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 10% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (2) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership is 100% tax-deductible
- (1) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (1) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Senior (Dual) Membership Benefits
For 2 Adults and 2 Children 18 and under.
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 10% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (2) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership is 100% tax-deductible
- (2) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (1) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- Discounted one-year subscription to Aperture Magazine
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Dual/Household Membership Benefits
For 2 Adults and 2 Children 18 and under.
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 10% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (2) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership is 100% tax-deductible
- (2) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (1) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- Discounted one-year subscription to Aperture Magazine
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Photographer’s Circle Membership Benefits
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 15% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (6) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership to North American Reciprocal Museums program (NARM); reciprocal admission to 350+ cultural organizations nationwide
- $50 off scanning or printing services at ScanDiego
- $25 Gift Certificate (any purchase) to George’s Camera
- 15% off your entire entree at Alchemy Cultural Fare & Cocktails
- Discounted one-year subscription to Aperture Magazine
- 20% off custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $125 at The Sofia Hotel
- $50 off any photography class with early registration at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Silver Circle Membership Benefits
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 15% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (8) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership to North American Reciprocal Museums program (NARM); reciprocal admission to 350+ cultural organizations nationwide
- $75 off scanning or printing services at ScanDiego
- $25 Gift Certificate (any purchase) to George’s Camera
- 15% off your entire entree at Alchemy Cultural Fare & Cocktails
- Discounted one-year subscription to Aperture Magazine
- 20% off custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $125 at The Sofia Hotel
- $50 off any photography class with early registration at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets for all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Platinum Circle Membership Benefits
- Unlimited/FREE admission to our galleries
- Invitations to Exhibition Opening Night Receptions
- Subscription to MOPA's e-newsletters, Snapshot and Members Only eNews
- Invitation to join members only FACEBOOK group
- 15% discount on purchases in the MOPA Shop
- FREE or discounted admission to MOPA films and events
- Access to MOPA's extensive research library, The Dubois Library, that currently holds 20,000+ items
- Discounts on education workshops, programs and classes
- Reciprocal admission and/or discounts to 15+ photographic institutions
- (10) member-for-a-day passes
- Membership to North American Reciprocal Museums program (NARM); reciprocal admission to 350+ cultural organizations nationwide
- (4) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (1) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- Discounted one-year subscription to Aperture Magazine
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- Discounted room rate at The Lafayett Hotel; rate is for individual guests and may not be available for groups; rate is net non-commissionable and subject to current state and local taxes (subject to change); reservations may be subject to a 2 night minimum length of stay on weekends and city event dates
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Photo Forum Membership Benefits
For 2 Adults; includes all member benefits at the Platinum Circle level.
- Invitation to all VIP opening night receptions, preview events and artist lectures
- Access to the Annual Acquisitions Dinner at a discounted rate
- Invitations to all domestic photography-focused travel opportunities
- Special invitation(s) to select visits to artist studios, galleries, museums and private collections
- Option to attend (1) private Collectors’ Salon reception with featured artist(s)
- Private gallery tour, up to (4) guests, with the Executive Director (exhibition of your choice)
- Preferred concierge service provided by the development staff
- 15% discount on MOPA Store purchases and museum facility rental
- (4) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (2) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- Discounted one-year subscription to Aperture Magazine
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- Discounted room rate at The Lafayett Hotel; rate is for individual guests and may not be available for groups; rate is net non-commissionable and subject to current state and local taxes (subject to change); reservations may be subject to a 2 night minimum length of stay on weekends and city event dates
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Collectors’ Salon Membership Benefits
For 2 Adults; includes all member benefits at the Platinum Circle level.
- Invitation to all VIP opening night receptions, preview events and artist lectures
- Complimentary access to the Annual Acquisitions Dinner
- Invitations to all domestic and international photography-focused travel opportunities led by MOPA’s Executive Director
- Special invitation(s) to all visits to artist studios, galleries, museums and private collections
- Access to attend (all) private Collectors’ Salon receptions with featured artist(s)
- Private gallery tour, up to (8) guests, with the Executive Director (exhibition of your choice)
- Preferred concierge service provided by the development staff
- 15% discount on MOPA Store purchases and museum facility rental
- (4) $25 off coupon on scanning and printing services at ScanDiego
- (2) $25 off coupon on print or rental services at George’s Camera
- Discounted one-year subscription to Aperture Magazine
- 20% off all custom framing at The Frame Maker
- Flat any-time rate of $109 at The Sofia Hotel
- $25 Early Enrollment discount at any time throughout the quarter at UC San Diego Extension
- 2-for-1 tickets at all 4ARTS partner organizations (MOPA, Malashock Dance, Cygnet Theatre & Mainly Mozart)
Colleague Membership Benefits
MOPA’s corporate membership program is designed to enhance your visibility while providing support to San Diego’s cultural life. Partners are offered a wide array of benefits for your company, your employees and their families, clients and guests. Join today to start experiencing the best of visual arts in Southern California.
CURATE YOUR MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE
- Select a membership LEVEL best suited for your corporate needs
- Choose BENEFITS that best demonstrate your corporate initiatives
- Complete and return your COMMITMENT FORM
Colleague Corporate Members receive: all benefits at the Tintype Level.
For questions regarding corporate memberships, contact MOPA’s Development Team at 619.238.7559 x208 or development@mopa.org.
TINTYPE BENEFITS
- VIP invitations to member and donor events for (2) executives (2) Corporate Membership cards fully transferable at your discretion,
allows up to (4) guests - Recognition on MOPA.org for a full year with a reciprocal link
- Recognition on Corporate Partners eDonor Board located in Atrium
- Recognition in newsletters, Snapshot and Member News
- 10%-25% Discount on facility rental** for private corporate event, including Theater
- 5%-20% Discount on memberships* for clients or employees
- 20 Member for a Day passes valid for one year for clients or employees
- Exclusive photographic print or exhibition catalog (when available) 10% Discount at Museum Store for employees or clients
PLATINUM PALLADIUM BENEFITS
- Exhibition Partner: Partner recognized on (1) exhibition panel(s) and during opening reception(s)
- Learning Program Partner: Partner recognized on (1) educational program collateral and Annual Youth Exhibition
- Film Program Partner: Partner recognized prior to (1) film series and opening reception(s)
- 1-day Workshop**: Offered to staff, clients, favorite organization or schools; i.e. Botanical Sunprints, DIY Photo Albums, Printing with Light on Fabric, etc.; at location of choice (up to 20 guests)
- Art Talk(s)**: Hosted presentation for staff, clients or other; i.e. Our World Through the Lens-a History of Travel Photography, Women in Photography, California Through the Lens, etc.; at MOPA’s Theater or location of choice
SILVER GELATIN BENEFITS
- Behind-the-Scenes: Intimate tour with professional MOPA Staff (up to 20 guests)
- Company Day at MOPA: Free admission for all clients or employees on select weekend
- Photo Forum Membership for (1) executive (+spouse or guest) Platinum Circle Membership for (2) executives (+ spouse or guest)
- Named Seat in the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater Board Room access **
- 30-50 Member for a Day passes valid for one year*
- 30-50 Film Festival passes valid for one year*
Associate Membership Benefits
MOPA’s corporate membership program is designed to enhance your visibility while providing support to San Diego’s cultural life. Partners are offered a wide array of benefits for your company, your employees and their families, clients and guests. Join today to start experiencing the best of visual arts in Southern California
CURATE YOUR MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE
- Select a membership LEVEL best suited for your corporate needs
- Choose BENEFITS that best demonstrate your corporate initiatives
- Complete and return your COMMITMENT FORM
Associate Corporate Members receive: all benefits at the Tintype Level, select (1) from the Silver Gelatin Level; and (1) from the Platinum Palladium Level
For questions regarding corporate memberships, contact MOPA’s Development Team at 619.238.7559 x208 or development@mopa.org.
TINTYPE BENEFITS
- VIP invitations to member and donor events for (2) executives (2) Corporate Membership cards fully transferable at your discretion,
allows up to (4) guests - Recognition on MOPA.org for a full year with a reciprocal link
- Recognition on Corporate Partners eDonor Board located in Atrium
- Recognition in newsletters, Snapshot and Member News
- 10%-25% Discount on facility rental** for private corporate event, including Theater
- 5%-20% Discount on memberships* for clients or employees
- 20 Member for a Day passes valid for one year for clients or employees
- Exclusive photographic print or exhibition catalog (when available) 10% Discount at Museum Store for employees or clients
PLATINUM PALLADIUM BENEFITS
- Exhibition Partner: Partner recognized on (1) exhibition panel(s) and during opening reception(s)
- Learning Program Partner: Partner recognized on (1) educational program collateral and Annual Youth Exhibition
- Film Program Partner: Partner recognized prior to (1) film series and opening reception(s)
- 1-day Workshop**: Offered to staff, clients, favorite organization or schools; i.e. Botanical Sunprints, DIY Photo Albums, Printing with Light on Fabric, etc.; at location of choice (up to 20 guests)
- Art Talk(s)**: Hosted presentation for staff, clients or other; i.e. Our World Through the Lens-a History of Travel Photography, Women in Photography, California Through the Lens, etc.; at MOPA’s Theater or location of choice
SILVER GELATIN BENEFITS
- Behind-the-Scenes: Intimate tour with professional MOPA Staff (up to 20 guests)
- Company Day at MOPA: Free admission for all clients or employees on select weekend
- Photo Forum Membership for (1) executive (+spouse or guest) Platinum Circle Membership for (2) executives (+ spouse or guest)
- Named Seat in the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater Board Room access **
- 30-50 Member for a Day passes valid for one year*
- 30-50 Film Festival passes valid for one year*
Collaborator Membership Benefits
MOPA’s corporate membership program is designed to enhance your visibility while providing support to San Diego’s cultural life. Partners are offered a wide array of benefits for your company, your employees and their families, clients and guests. Join today to start experiencing the best of visual arts in Southern California.
CURATE YOUR MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE
- Select a membership LEVEL best suited for your corporate needs
- Choose BENEFITS that best demonstrate your corporate initiatives
- Complete and return your COMMITMENT FORM
Collaborator Corporate Members receive: all benefits at the Tintype Level, select (2) from the Silver Gelatin Level; and (1) from the Platinum Palladium Level
For questions regarding corporate memberships, contact MOPA’s Development Team at 619.238.7559 x208 or development@mopa.org.
TINTYPE BENEFITS
- VIP invitations to member and donor events for (2) executives (2) Corporate Membership cards fully transferable at your discretion,
allows up to (4) guests - Recognition on MOPA.org for a full year with a reciprocal link
- Recognition on Corporate Partners eDonor Board located in Atrium
- Recognition in newsletters, Snapshot and Member News
- 10%-25% Discount on facility rental** for private corporate event, including Theater
- 5%-20% Discount on memberships* for clients or employees
- 20 Member for a Day passes valid for one year for clients or employees
- Exclusive photographic print or exhibition catalog (when available) 10% Discount at Museum Store for employees or clients
PLATINUM PALLADIUM BENEFITS
- Exhibition Partner: Partner recognized on (1) exhibition panel(s) and during opening reception(s)
- Learning Program Partner: Partner recognized on (1) educational program collateral and Annual Youth Exhibition
- Film Program Partner: Partner recognized prior to (1) film series and opening reception(s)
- 1-day Workshop**: Offered to staff, clients, favorite organization or schools; i.e. Botanical Sunprints, DIY Photo Albums, Printing with Light on Fabric, etc.; at location of choice (up to 20 guests)
- Art Talk(s)**: Hosted presentation for staff, clients or other; i.e. Our World Through the Lens-a History of Travel Photography, Women in Photography, California Through the Lens, etc.; at MOPA’s Theater or location of choice
SILVER GELATIN BENEFITS
- Behind-the-Scenes: Intimate tour with professional MOPA Staff (up to 20 guests)
- Company Day at MOPA: Free admission for all clients or employees on select weekend
- Photo Forum Membership for (1) executive (+spouse or guest) Platinum Circle Membership for (2) executives (+ spouse or guest)
- Named Seat in the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater Board Room access **
- 30-50 Member for a Day passes valid for one year*
- 30-50 Film Festival passes valid for one year*
Partner Membership Benefits
MOPA’s corporate membership program is designed to enhance your visibility while providing support to San Diego’s cultural life. Partners are offered a wide array of benefits for your company, your employees and their families, clients and guests. Join today to start experiencing the best of visual arts in Southern California.
CURATE YOUR MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE
- Select a membership LEVEL best suited for your corporate needs
- Choose BENEFITS that best demonstrate your corporate initiatives
- Complete and return your COMMITMENT FORM
Partner Corporate Members receive: all benefits at the Tintype Level, select (1) from the Silver Gelatin Level; and (2) from the Platinum Palladium Level
For questions regarding corporate memberships, contact MOPA’s Development Team at 619.238.7559 x208 or development@mopa.org.
TINTYPE BENEFITS
- VIP invitations to member and donor events for (2) executives (2) Corporate Membership cards fully transferable at your discretion,
allows up to (4) guests - Recognition on MOPA.org for a full year with a reciprocal link
- Recognition on Corporate Partners eDonor Board located in Atrium
- Recognition in newsletters, Snapshot and Member News
- 10%-25% Discount on facility rental** for private corporate event, including Theater
- 5%-20% Discount on memberships* for clients or employees
- 20 Member for a Day passes valid for one year for clients or employees
- Exclusive photographic print or exhibition catalog (when available) 10% Discount at Museum Store for employees or clients
PLATINUM PALLADIUM BENEFITS
- Exhibition Partner: Partner recognized on (1) exhibition panel(s) and during opening reception(s)
- Learning Program Partner: Partner recognized on (1) educational program collateral and Annual Youth Exhibition
- Film Program Partner: Partner recognized prior to (1) film series and opening reception(s)
- 1-day Workshop**: Offered to staff, clients, favorite organization or schools; i.e. Botanical Sunprints, DIY Photo Albums, Printing with Light on Fabric, etc.; at location of choice (up to 20 guests)
- Art Talk(s)**: Hosted presentation for staff, clients or other; i.e. Our World Through the Lens-a History of Travel Photography, Women in Photography, California Through the Lens, etc.; at MOPA’s Theater or location of choice
SILVER GELATIN BENEFITS
- Behind-the-Scenes: Intimate tour with professional MOPA Staff (up to 20 guests)
- Company Day at MOPA: Free admission for all clients or employees on select weekend
- Photo Forum Membership for (1) executive (+spouse or guest) Platinum Circle Membership for (2) executives (+ spouse or guest)
- Named Seat in the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Theater Board Room access **
- 30-50 Member for a Day passes valid for one year*
- 30-50 Film Festival passes valid for one year*