Bernd and Hilla Becher: Typologies, Anonymous Sculptures and the Düsseldorf School
Bernd and Hilla Becher photographed water towers, blast furnaces and gas holders for forty years. A guide to their typologies, method, critics and legacy.
Contemporary Photography
Photography’s Antiquarian Avant-Garde by Lyle Rexer: The Handbook of Alternative Processes
Comprehensive analysis of Photography’s Antiquarian Avant-Garde by Lyle Rexer—the essential guide to alternative processes, featured artists, and analog…
Post-Documentary Photography: Blurring Reality, Fiction, and Truth
Post-documentary photography refers to a new approach to image-making that pushes beyond traditional documentary’s claims of truth. It has been described as a style that embraces poetic ambiguity over didactic … Read more
The Aesthetics of Contemporary Chinese Photography
Contemporary Chinese photography has evolved from a state-controlled medium into a dynamic art form that is gaining global recognition. Photography first arrived in China in the 19th century through trade … Read more
Chicano Photography: Stunning Cultural Triumphs
Dive into the vibrant world of Chicano photography, where the lenses of talented artists bring Los Angeles’ Latino community to life, capturing its struggles, triumphs, and everyday moments with striking authenticity and emotional depth. Share your thoughts and join the conversation on how these powerful images shape cultural narratives and resonate with you personally!
Understanding AI Photography | 8 Conceptual Tools
AI-generated photography has taken us by surprise, leaving us dazzled by its capabilities. However, if we aim to fully understand the artistic, political, and social implications associated with AI photography, … Read more
Celebrating 50 Years of Visionary Photography: “ICP at 50: From the Collection, 1845-2019”
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the International Center of Photography with a groundbreaking exhibition showcasing the transformative power of photography across different eras and genres. Explore over 400 works that highlight the evolution of photography and its enduring influence on the visual arts at ICP at 79 Essex Street.
Understanding Post-Photography | Exploiting the Iconosphere
In the realm of visual culture, the transition from traditional photography to what is now known as “post-photography” marks a pivotal shift in how we perceive, interact with, and understand … Read more
Introducing the Visionaries: 50 Young Rising Stars in Photography
These artists, these visionaries, are the embodiment of a new era in photography. They are the voices of the future, armed with cameras as their weapons of choice, and a … Read more
Famous Contemporary Photographers That You Really Have to Know
Cindy Sherman (b. 1954, American) Cindy Sherman is an American photographer known for her self-portraits in which she assumes a variety of personas and explores themes of identity, gender, and … Read more