Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell you the truth. –Oscar Wilde Zatara Press has just released a new monograph from the indefatigable photographer Harvey Stein. The book, Then and There: Mardi Gras 1979 is a Polaroid celebration of French Quarter high jinx […]
Photography Book
Dotan Saguy: Nowhere to go but Everywhere
Dotan Saguy was born in a small kibbutz five miles south of Israel’s Lebanese border. Dotan grew-up in a diverse working class Parisian suburb, lived in Lower Manhattan during 9/11 and moved to Los Angeles in 2003. In 2015 Dotan decided to focus on his lifelong passion for photography after a successful career as a high-tech entrepreneur. Since then […]
Nancy Baron: Palm Springs Modern Dogs
In a time of self-quarantine and confinement, a time of wildfires, hurricanes, and earthquakes, plus the addition of a contentious election looming, Nancy Baron’s new book and exhibition, Palm Springs Modern Dogs at Home is the perfect tonic for thinking about better times. Her photographs allow us bask in the sun drenched glow of mid-century […]
Erick Jonathan Guzman: To Obadiah
This week, I am excited to introduce five new Lenscratch Content Editors who will be providing expanded perspectives on a variety of topics. Today we feature Brooklyn-based visual artist, Erick Guzman, who is a powerhouse presence pursing a wide variety of curatorial, community, and partnered projects that elevate and give exposure to photographers, particularly those of […]
Erica Cheung: Minor Matter
This week, I am excited to introduce five new Lenscratch Content Editors who will be providing expanded perspectives to our site. Houston photographer, Erica Cheung, brings a rich perspective as a visual artist, curator, and photographic administrator with an interest in promoting and elevating the Asian American voice and experience. Her series, Minor Matter, explores the Asian American experience from […]
Photographers on Photographers: Chen Xiangyun in conversation with Tim Soter
I chose to have a conversation about making and self-publishing photography books, because I myself am passionate about the medium and lack of discussion in the tremendous potentials of bookmaking. I think it will bring something different to the reader. I chose Tim Soter was because he is open about his process, has published several […]