Matthew Genitempo

About Episode 82

In this episode of PhotoWork with Sasha Wolf, host Sasha sits down with photographer and publisher Matthew Genitempo to discuss his latest book, “Dogbreath,” published by Trespasser. Together, they explore how “Dogbreath” marks a departure from his earlier work, “Jasper,” particularly in terms of personal narrative and photographic language. Matthew also shares insights about a pivotal critique session when he was in graduate school that significantly influenced his working methods and mindset.

About Matthew Genitempo

Matthew Genitempo is a photographer and publisher living and working in Texas. He earned his MFA from the University of Hartford. In 2017 he co-founded the publishing imprint Trespasser Books. Matthew has released three monographs, Jasper (Twin Palms 2018), Mother of Dogs (Trespasser 2022), and Dogbreath (Trespasser 2024).

Which book that you have been involved with is meaningful or one you continue to revisit?

That’s a tough choice—I truly love them all. However, if I had to pick, Agnieszka Sosnowska’s För stands out for me. The photographs themselves are stunning, but what makes them even more special is the immense love and dedication that went into creating them.

What advice do you have for emerging artists?

Keep your heart open and pay attention.

Is there a book or a specific photographer that has influenced you in your career?

Any book or story by Joy Williams, as well as any book by Mark Steinmetz, is an endless source of inspiration and education. Their work is a well that will never run dry.