Bound up in an expectation of American invasion and national pride, citizens of Pyongyang are educated in technological advancement from a young age. A series that explores this rigorous education system and the day-to-day lives of young North Koreans.
The Critical Role of the Artist in Our Entangled World
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Beginning with the residential real estate boom in his home, New York City, artist Daniel Shea turns his critical lens on the seductive forces of capitalism and, by the thinnest of margins, reveals what we might do to resist them.
We Gave You Forgiveness… (You Kept the Krugerrands)
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While apartheid in South Africa was officially brought to an end in 1991, its lasting effects still prove damaging to this day. In response, photographer Chris Kirby’s captivating series reveals the hypocrisy of reparations in the country, represented throu
Drawn to the simultaneous manifestation of “both the banal and the mystical” in domesticated animals, RJ Kern investigates the unique symbiotic relationship between man and the creatures that have existed alongside us for centuries.
Characterized by bold patterns and striking studio stylings, this master portrait-maker’s work is currently on view for the first time in the Netherlands. Discover his prolific output as well as a critical look at visual representation of Malian society in
How are unmanned drones produced? What is the rationale used by their manufacturers–and how does it compare to the experience of those on the receiving end of their often deadly force?
In the aftermath of a stroke, a lifelong photographer was rendered legally blind. Rather than give up image-making, he transformed his practice to reflect his new way of seeing the world.
Featuring the stage-like subterranean platforms of New York’s subway system, photographs that investigate the interactions (or lack thereof) between the city’s commuters.
Harrowing, deeply affecting firsthand accounts from hibakusha, the surviving victims of history’s only atomic bomb attacks. A much-needed effort to make their testimonies accessible before they are lost forever.
Walking the thin between documentary and imagination, this series takes a metaphorical, even mystical look at the effects of the European Union on rural communities around the continent.
Building a Deeper Narrative: Photography at La Repubblica
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We spoke to the photo editor of one of Italy’s largest newspapers about commissioning for a daily paper, sourcing local talent, and looking for work that will excite the next generation of readers and viewers.
Inspired by the traditions and symbols of voodoo (a religion with millions of followers in Benin and other West African countries), a fictive portrayal of the culture’s visual forms that draws us in while challenging the Western gaze.
Over the course of two years, celebrated curator Anne Wilkes Tucker took a deep dive into the Library of Congress’ massive archive of over 14 million pictures. The result? An exhibition that spans the history of America and photography in over 400 images.
Packed with jubilant families, the smell of sweet cotton candy, and the sounds of carnival rides, the county fair is a nostalgic cultural institution for many Americans. Here, a photobook that digs deeper into the quiet moments that visitors often overlook.
Promoting Global Dialogue: The Power of (Street) Photography on the African Continent
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Curator Bisi Silva discusses the changing global perceptions of photographers from Africa, highlighting the importance of engaging with local perspectives to deepen our understanding of the rapidly-changing world.
Repurposed after the Bosnian War, seemingly unremarkable sites in Bosnia and Herzegovina hide troubling pasts. This project probes the depths of collective memory—and our collective ability to forget.
Aporia: Construction, Destruction, and Chaos in the City
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What effect does a constantly shifting urban environment have on the psyche of those who live within it? A fictional narrative told through photography that embodies this restless, uneasy feeling.
“Life Looks Better Through a Viewfinder”—Mentoring and Wisdom from David Alan Harvey
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The Magnum photographer speaks about why every emerging photographer needs a mentor, his years shooting for National Geographic, and how he maintained his vision across personal and assigned work.
Question the Image: A View from Two Poles of the World
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“Art can catalyze empathy and respect.” Alasdair Foster, a curator, researcher, and writer who draws on an array of experiences from around the world, offers his fascinating perspective on photography—and where it’s going next.
Anchored in the real world—and yet represented as if in a dream—a series that tries to catch the fading memories of a childhood marked by flight from Communist Poland to Canada in the final years of the Berlin Wall.
Have Something to Say: 30 Years of Photobooks with Dewi Lewis
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The renowned publisher offers his advice to street photographers hoping to publish their first photobook—and reveals the questions that all photographers should ask themselves before they seek to publish a book.
Explore the mysteries and magic of the “Russian Atlantis”—the fabled city that sunk below the surface of Lake Svetloyar in the 12th century but that locals swear contributes to the area’s inexplicable power today.
Photographer Carlos Spottorno portrays one of the most pressing issues of our time—the European migrant crisis—using an unexpected and fresh form of storytelling with the hope of reaching more people with his message. Learn more in this exclusive video in
In our hyper-connected, conformist world, the whimsical space of the circus is essential—spend some time with this family troupe in rural France, “The Fishermen of Dreams.”
Moving through rolling, pastoral landscapes under the cover of darkness, this photographer relies on the natural world—drops of rain, the winking lights of nearby fireflies—to create his uniquely revealing visions of our planet.
Finnish people have a special relationship with nature, animals in particular—one that has endured the country’s rapid urbanization and continues to provide a sense of continuity in a changing world.
It’s Hard to Kill: Searching for the Remains of Iran’s Revolution
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“It’s hard to kill history. The beliefs and thoughts of other people, no matter how obscured, can never be erased.” A powerful look at the stubborn nature of memory, even in the face of repression, censorship, or death.
Drawing on the author’s personal experience of growing up in a religious household in the American South, a series that creates an accepting space for America’s queer youth—while offering a visual diary of youth experience across the USA.
The number of Muslims in Cuba was once counted in dozens—now, there are more than 9,000 devotees on the island. In this exclusive video interview, learn how a photographer documented the budding interactions between two formerly separated worlds.
Simple subjects—thread and thin paper in a myriad of shades—set the stage for a series that considers light an active participant in every photograph, sometimes falling softly, sometimes bursting brightly into the scene.
Like a Bird: The Freedom of the Circus in Muslim Countries
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Afghanistan or Iran are not the first places you would expect to find active circuses—but as a young German photographer discovered, these spaces for playful performance provide a much-needed outlet for children (especially girls) living in these countries.
Perched 13,000 feet above the sea, and nestled within a vast cauldron of mountains deep in the Indian Himalayas, the youngest inhabitants of an area known as “Little Tibet” display a brimming, positive energy that is not easily forgotten.
Nicholas Nixon on 40 Years of Portraits, Seducing Your Subject, and a Good Death
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In an exclusive conversation with LensCulture, Nixon talks about why he threw away the first photo of “The Brown Sisters,” imparts some invaluable wisdom gained from 40+ years of making portraits—and reveals the moments when you need to put down the cam
Under the Iranian penal code, homosexuality is a punishable crime. This series delves into the experiences of LGBT+ individuals living in the country and seeks to highlight a few of their deeply personal (and tragically overlooked) stories.
An intense, saturated, kaleidoscopic view of Athens today—a city that seems to be growing cooler, on the surface, while underneath, a hot, churning anger simmers, waiting to blow.
Provocative Generosity and the Joy of Scope: Meyerowitz’s “Where I Find Myself”
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A new, retrospective book looks back at master photographer Joel Meyerowitz’s career: not just his greatest hits, not every photograph he’s ever taken—but the pictures that really matter.
35 Photographers to Watch: Celebrating International Women’s Day 2018
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We asked some of our favorite women in the photo community to name the female and female-identifying photographers who made a strong impression on them lately. See all their picks—as well as 35 powerful photos.
Black Dots: Into the Depths of the British Landscape
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Secluded mountain shelters, known as bothies, are a familiar feature in the boundless landscape of the rural British Isles. A series that explores these unique structures—and pays homage to the breathtaking natural world that surrounds them.
Criss-crossing China’s westernmost region, Xinjiang, a series of pictures that offers an alternative to the contemporary portrayal of China while asking: what is the West but the East to another?
