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
Emily Shur’s “Sunshine Terrace” explores an oddly domestic landscape filled with recognizable yet elusive markers of a deserted neighborhood in Los Angeles. Through her photographic lens, she captures the unique details and humor of this environment. The limited special edition includes signed prints and a foil-stamped slipcase, heightening its appeal. Continue reading Unearthing Beauty in Domestic Spaces: Sunshine Terrace
Kate Sterlin’s debut book, Still Life: Photographs & Love Stories, explores Black identity and human connections through photography and prose. It captures intimacy, loss, and racial complexities, alongside a poignant narrative that highlights personal experiences amidst cultural discussions on race and privilege. Continue reading Still Life: Photographs and Love Stories by Kate Sterlin
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
Jasmine Benjamin’s upcoming book, “City of Angels: A Book About L.A. Style,” set for Spring 2025, features over 120 portraits of Los Angeles creatives in their neighborhoods. It uniquely captures L.A.’s cultural identity, showcasing diverse styles and influences, underpinned by Benjamin’s rich background in fashion and collaborations with renowned artists. Continue reading City of Angels: Celebrating L.A. Style and Culture
Patrick Dougherty, a renowned sculptor, utilizes sticks to create structures that resonate with their surroundings, while photographer James Florio captures this art and the landscape. Their collaborative book, Sticks, showcases sixteen projects through Florio’s striking photography and explores the relationship between sculpture and photography. Continue reading Exploring Patrick Dougherty’s Art Through James Florio’s Lens
Using camera lenses made of Arctic ice, Tristan Duke’s ongoing, experimental photographic project, Glacial Optics, explores our current moment of climate crisis. This volume includes essays by Lucy R. Lippard, Mark Cheetham, William L. Fox, and Brandee Caoba, with a foreword from Michael Govan, as well as the artist’s field notes and research chronicling the unlikely history of ice lenses. Continue reading Tristan Duke’s Glacial Optics: Art Meets Climate Science
Russell Hart’s “As I Found It. My Mother’s House” is a visual narrative portraying the impact of dementia on memory. Through intimate black and white photographs, Hart reflects on his mother’s identity and the significance of personal objects, evoking shared human experiences. Continue reading As I Found It. My Mother’s House by Russell Hart
“WATERWORKS” by Stanley Greenberg is an expanded edition showcasing New York City’s hidden water systems, featuring 362 photographs and detailed maps. It highlights over 400 sites and serves as a field guide for exploring this largely unnoticed infrastructure. Continue reading Waterworks: A Deep Dive into NYC’s Water Supply
Dallas Crow’s “Against Time and Money” is a poignant photo book exploring life’s fleeting nature, emphasizing the value of time over money. It urges reflection on our relationships with these concepts, capturing quiet moments that highlight present living amid distractions in contemporary society. Continue reading Ephemeral Currency: A Review of Dallas Crow’s ‘Against Time and Money’
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