In 1987, photographer Toshio Shibata captured significant images during his explorations in Turkey’s Cappadocia and along Egypt’s Aswan Western Agricultural Road. These photographs, reflecting Shibata’s early work and emerging style, coincide with his upcoming exhibition “Early Works” at Zeit-Foto Kunitachi in Tokyo and are featured in a new publication. Continue reading Toshio Shibata’s ‘1987’: A Photographic Journey in Cappadocia
Carrie Mae Weems: The Heart of the Matter is a monograph highlighting the artist’s exploration of history, identity, and power through various mediums. It features her significant works and reflects her spiritual and philosophical journey, supplemented by essays from renowned scholars, enhancing understanding of her impact on contemporary discourse regarding race and injustice. Continue reading The Heart of the Matter: Carrie Mae Weems and Her Vision
HRTLND, by Danish photographer Mads Holm, captures life in 20 countries, reflecting on modern societal tensions through striking urban imagery. The book explores themes of connectivity, militarization, and societal fragmentation, presenting a layered narrative that challenges perceptions. It serves as both an artistic statement and a political act, with reflective texts and a foreword by Donald Weber. Continue reading Mads Holm’s HRTLND is a powerful exploration of life in a rapidly changing world
Ed Panar’s “In The Vicinity” presents a glimpse into the clandestine cannabis cultivation of Northern California’s Emerald Triangle, captured between 2007 and 2017. The book’s photographs evoke a mysterious world of hidden operations amid evolving legalization. A unique bonus zine reveals the cannabis plant, emphasizing the blend of secrecy and modern economy. Continue reading Ed Panar’s ‘In The Vicinity’: A Photographic Journey in the Emerald Triangle
“Ensnaring the Moment,” edited by Leah Ollman, is an innovative anthology featuring over 100 poems responding to photographs from various contexts. These poets examine photography’s influence on perception and memory, revealing deep connections and the philosophical complexities of images, while exploring personal and public narratives, psychological insights, and cultural omissions in photographic history. Continue reading Poems and Photographs: A Creative Dialogue
The Enchanted Ones by Stephanie Pommez is a photo book blending reality and myth, inspired by Brazilian Amazon legends. Documenting traditional midwives, their spiritual stories, and mythical beings like the Boto, Pommez’s black-and-white images evoke a world of mystery. The work preserves cultural heritage through visual storytelling of coexistence. Continue reading Exploring Myths: The Enchanted Ones by Stephanie Pommez
Peter Caton, an award-winning documentary photographer, focuses on humanitarian crises in Africa, particularly the ongoing floods in South Sudan. His upcoming photo book, ‘Unyielding Floods,’ published by Dewi Lewis Publishing, captures the villagers’ resilience against devastating climate impacts. The project highlights their struggles amidst severe food insecurity and health challenges. Continue reading Documenting Climate Crisis: Peter Caton’s ‘Unyielding Floods’ Book Launch
Emily Nkanga’s photo book, Unyọñ Ufọk, explores themes of grief, identity, and home through analog photography in her hometown of Akwa Ibom, Nigeria. Triggered by her father’s death, the project highlights local life, cultural traditions, and personal reflections, capturing the community’s resilience and connection to music and sports while fostering a dialogue on belonging. Continue reading Emily Nkanga’s Unyọñ Ufọk: Documenting Life and Legacy
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