Amber Terranova is a photo director and educator who provides individualized guidance to photographers developing personally meaningful bodies of work. Drawing on extensive experience in editorial photography, education, commissioning, and creative strategy, she helps photographers evaluate their work, articulate its significance, and navigate the professional photography landscape with greater confidence.

Amber currently serves part-time as Director of Education & Partnerships at CENTER, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting photographers through education, professional development, and opportunities for creative growth. Her career includes serving as Education Director at Magnum Photos, teaching at the School of Visual Arts and the International Center of Photography, and working as a photo editor at New York Magazine, Outside, Photo District News, The New Yorker, and PEOPLE. She also served as Interim Director of Bilder Nordic School of Photography in Oslo and has consulted with leading organizations, brands, and publications internationally.

In addition to teaching workshops internationally, Amber regularly judges photography competitions and nominates photographers for awards and opportunities. Based between New York and New Mexico, she brings a discerning, collaborative, and highly experienced perspective to photographers seeking greater clarity, direction, and opportunities for their work.

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