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Announcing the 2025 PhotoWork Senior Fellows

We are delighted to introduce the 2025 PhotoWork Senior Fellows! Beginning in May of 2025 these three exceptional artists will develop a photo book project over the course of six months with the guidance of their dedicated advisors.

Jamel Shabazz

In this episode of PhotoWork, host Sasha Wolf has a deeply moving conversation with renowned photographer Jamel Shabazz. They talk about his lifelong love for photography and how he uses it to make a social impact. Jamel opens up about how his life experiences have shaped his approach to art and hard work. The episode also covers his book, “A Time Before Crack,” and its importance to his community at the time. It’s a heartfelt conversation that goes beyond just photography. Tune in to hear the insights and stories from a photographer passionate about making a difference.

Christopher McCall

In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, join host Sasha Wolf and returning guest Christopher McCall as they reflect on the legacy of the renowned Pier 24 Photography space located on San Francisco’s Embarcadero. Together, they celebrate the space’s 14-year history, during which it showcased the Pilara Foundation’s collection, hosted 13 historic exhibitions, and organized numerous public programs. Chris discusses his future endeavors to explore global photography trends while engaging in a heartfelt conversation with Sasha about the enduring allure of photography and photo books in the United States. They also explore budding opportunities for photographers to create and share their own artistic spaces. This episode is filled with reflection, inspiration, and forward-looking insights.

PhotoWork Foundation Receives Grant from the New York State Council on the Arts.

The PhotoWork Foundation is excited to announce we received a generous grant from the New York State Council on the Arts. The PhotoWork Foundation received a grant award totaling $10,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the nonprofit arts… Read More »PhotoWork Foundation Receives Grant from the New York State Council on the Arts.

Bryan Schutmaat

In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, Sasha reunites with her very first guest on PhotoWork, the photographer and publisher, Bryan Schutmaat. Bryan and Sasha talk about his new book, Sons of the Living (Trespasser) and Bryan’s love of being on the road and exploring the American Landscape. Sasha and Bryan also discuss how the idea of collaboration in portraiture may be misrepresented and how a book doesn’t mean a body of work comes to an end.

PhotoWork Foundation Receives Grant from The William Talbott Hillman Foundation

The PhotoWork Foundation is honored to have received a generous grant from the William Talbott Hillman Foundation in support of our 2025 Junior Fellowship program. Their generous support will help us continue to support emerging artists working within post-documentary photography through individual mentorship, financial support… Read More »PhotoWork Foundation Receives Grant from The William Talbott Hillman Foundation

Announcing the Inaugural PhotoWork Senior Fellowship | 2025

We are thrilled to introduce the inaugural 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽. This six-month program will award a $10,000 grant to each of three photographers who demonstrate a sustained commitment to post-documentary photography and exhibit both the readiness and ability to collaborate with a photography advisor in… Read More »Announcing the Inaugural PhotoWork Senior Fellowship | 2025