Episodes
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Shirin Neshat discuss her latest multimedia project, Land of Dreams which combines photographs, video installation, and a feature length film. Shirin and Sasha talk about what brought Shirin back to making art after an 11 year hiatus and how Shirin thinks about her identity as an Iranian...
Published 02/09/23
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Andrea Modica discuss Andrea's latest book, Theatrum Equorum, published by TIS. Andrea and Sasha talk about the great women artists in her life that helped open doors for her and how not knowing if anyone would ever be interested in her work allowed Andrea to make the photographs she wanted to make. http://www.andreamodica.com https://www.tisbooks.pub/products/theatrum-equorum Andrea Modica was born in New York City and...
Published 01/19/23
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Michael Chovan-Dalton fills-in for Sasha as she was away taking care of some family matters. Michael and photographer, Vanessa Winship, have a wonderful conversation about two bodies of work she made in the United States, She Dances on Jackson, published by MACK, and her most recent book, SNOW, published by Deadbeat Club. Vanessa talks about how both of these books began, the former as a proposal and the latter as an assignment. Vanessa also...
Published 01/05/23
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and founder of CLAMP gallery, Brian Clamp, discuss Brian’s leap of faith in starting a gallery in New York City and figuring out how to turn it into a sustainable and successful business. Brian and Sasha also talk about the ups and downs of being an art dealer, especially when the economy takes a dive. Brian discusses his recent addition to the roster and how he makes those complicated decisions.   https://clampart.com Owner, Brian Paul...
Published 12/22/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, we revisit episode 35 where Sasha and photographer Curran Hatleberg discuss his journey from studying painting in undergrad to receiving his MFA in photography at Yale. They discuss his upcoming monograph due out this spring in 2022, as well as the books he's already published, as solo monographs and in concert with his partner, the artist Cynthia Daignault. They drill down on the importance of working collaboratively, both with his photographic...
Published 12/01/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, David Benjamin Sherry have a deeply personal and moving conversation about the decisions and influences that lead David to pursue photography and to work in the uniquely exuberant and process forward manner that he does. https://davidbenjaminsherry.com David Benjamin Sherry (Santa Fe, NM) is an artist whose work is both challenging and reinvigorating the American Western landscape tradition. His work revolves around...
Published 11/17/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Raymond Meeks have a very open and frank conversation about staying true to yourself as an artist while also exploring new ways of making work. Ray talks about how he started in photography and it is a beautiful and moving origin story. http://www.raymondmeeks.com https://www.mackbooks.us/products/somersault-br-raymond-meeks?_pos=1&_sid=9a0d89916&_ss=r Raymond Meeks (Ohio) has been recognized for his books and...
Published 11/03/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and publisher and founder of TBW Books, Paul Schiek, have a real insiders' discussion about working with artists and the trust they look for when creating that relationship. Paul talks about what he looks for when deciding whether or not to publish a book and he reveals his approach to the business side of publishing which is not all about business. https://tbwbooks.com Born in Fond du Lac, WI, Paul Schiek received a BFA in photography...
Published 10/20/22
To start off season 3 of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, writer, curator and educator, Aaron Schuman discuss Aaron's monographs including, SLANT and his latest, SONATA, both published by MACK. Aaron reveals how he was approached to create a Masters program at the University of the West of England and how the idea of research is more than just a singular conscious effort to pursue an idea but a lifelong endeavor that permeates your work. ...
Published 10/06/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Paul Graham discuss his self-taught beginnings in photography and what it's like to see your work become historical with the passage of time. Paul and Sasha talk about Paul's more recent, and more personal, work and Paul shares his thoughts on the ethics of photographing outside of one's own community. They discuss these topics and many more in this season ending episode of the podcast....
Published 07/28/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha talks to photographer, D'Angelo Lovell Williams about the experiences they had at the various art schools they attended as well as their rapid ascent in the art world at large after joining the roster of Higher Pictures Generation gallery. D'Angelo has a new brand new book out with Mack Books, Contact High, and they touch on many of the images in this new monograph....
Published 07/14/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Wendy Red Star discuss how making work that is meaningful, informative, and healing is not the same as making work that has to explain everything to the audience, especially when there may be expectations that you are a representative of a larger group of people. Wendy and Sasha also talk about the excitement of creating her first monograph, Delegation published by...
Published 06/30/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Mimi Plumb talk about the experience of organizing and editing work from over 30 years ago into books that are meaningful and relevant today. They also discuss the political and autobiographical nature of Mimi's work and how that still motivates her to make work today. https://www.mimiplumb.com https://www.instagram.com/mimi_plumb/ Aperture PhotoBook Club with Wendy Red Star:...
Published 06/16/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Ron Jude discuss his most recent book 12Hz as well as some of his previous publications, Alpine Star, Emmett and Lick Creek Line. Ron talks about his inclination to create unsentimental photographic works while keeping within the traditional practice of photography and his drive to bend and upend narrative structure. https://www.ronjude.com https://www.instagram.com/ron_jude/ Ron Jude’s recent work explores the...
Published 06/02/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Alec Soth talk about his new book, A Pound of Pictures published by MACK. Alec and Sasha dig deep into a process heavy conversation about working within a tradition and finding your voice. Alec also announces a new Aperture project near the end of the show. https://alecsoth.com/photography/ https://www.mackbooks.us/products/a-pound-of-pictures-br-alec-soth Alec Soth is a photographer born and based in Minneapolis,...
Published 05/19/22
In this non-episode show, Sasha and Michael announce their 5-week hiatus and their lineup of guests for when they return on May 19, 2022. Find out more at https://photowork.pinecast.co
Published 04/14/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer and recently retired Professor of Photography, Barbara Bosworth have a warm and wide-ranging conversation about teaching, choosing locatioo make work, using the 8x10 camera, working in black and white and color, Barbara's expansive definition of landscape and making books, including Barbara's upcoming book, The Sea published by Radius...
Published 03/31/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and MACK Book Designer, Morgan Crowcroft-Brown discuss the role of the book designer, the intricacies of working with artists to try and elevate their work, and the joys of being on press. Morgan and Sasha also nerd out discussing various technical details and material choices. https://morgan-cb.com https://www.instagram.com/_morgram/ https://www.mackbooks.us Morgan Crowcroft-Brown is the designer and production manager at MACK. She has...
Published 03/17/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Jess T. Dugan discuss Jess's new book, Look at me like you love me, published by MACK. Jess speaks in very personal terms about the process of bringing this book together and living more authentically as an artist and a person. http://www.jessdugan.com https://www.mackbooks.us/products/look-at-me-like-you-love-me-br-jess-t-dugan Jess T. Dugan is an artist whose work explores issues of identity through photographic...
Published 02/24/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and art collector and curator, Dr. Kenneth Montague discuss As We Rise: Photography from the Black Atlantic published by Aperture which is a compilation of work selected from Dr. Montague's famed Wedge Collection. Dr. Montague pieces together the experiences of being an immigrant son, living on the border of Canada and the U.S. and seeing the work of James Van Der Zee that all lead to this collection which is dedicated to artists of...
Published 02/10/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Rahim Fortune explore his origins, how his family and where he is from has influenced his work, and the role certain people have played in his development. https://www.rahimfortune.com Rahim Fortune was raised in Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma. His documentary photo practice focuses on culture, geography and self expression in the American landscape. He currently lives and works between Austin Texas and Brooklyn NY. He has...
Published 01/27/22
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer, Christopher Anderson discuss his transformative journey from news and conflict photography to becoming the photographer he is today. Christopher and Sasha also talk about some of the books he has made after stepping away from conflict work. https://christopherandersonphoto.com Christopher Anderson was born in Canada and grew up in west Texas. In 1996, he became a contract photographer for U.S. News & World Report....
Published 01/13/22
In this non-episode, episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and Michael give a few updates for the upcoming year but really just want to say thank you for your support of the show and wish everyone a healthy and Happy New Year. Find out more at https://photowork.pinecast.co
Published 12/30/21
In this episode of Photowork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha talks with the writer director Craig Zobel about his journey from film school at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts to directing the Emmy winning HBO show, Mare of Easttown. Craig recounts some of the unexpected ways that his projects have gotten off the ground and he and Sasha wonder if some recurring themes are forever preoccupations. Sasha asks about specific shots and visual language employed in Mare of Easttown and...
Published 12/16/21
In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha and photographer Curran Hatleberg discuss his journey from studying painting in undergrad to receiving his MFA in photography at Yale. They discuss his upcoming monograph due out this spring in 2022, as well as the books he's already published, as solo monographs and in concert with his partner, the artist Cynthia Daignault. They drill down on the importance of working collaboratively, both with his photographic subjects, as well as with his...
Published 12/02/21