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(OPIE, CATHERINE). Opie, Catherine, Lucas Blalock, Janna Ireland, Paul Mpagi Sepuya, Jeff Whetstone, and Carmen Winant. New York, NY: Aperture Foundation, Inc., E00261121, 2026. First Edition. 13 x 11 inches, 338 pages. Pictorial Wrappers. Photography Monograph. New. 978-1838662189

PLEASE NOTE: Ms. Opie will be signing "on Identity and Collectivity" at Arcana Saturday, November 21st. Pre-ordered copies will begin shipping Tuesday, November 24th.

128pp, 75 color illustrations. As part of its Photography Workshop Series, Aperture works with the world’s top photographers to distill their creative approaches, teachings, and insights into book form. Their goal is to inspire photographers of all levels who wish to improve their work, as well as readers interested in deepening their understanding of the art of photography. For on Identity and Collectivity noted photographer Catherine Opie - best known for her sensitive portraits exploring identity and life on the margins of American society - invites five of her former students to discuss a wide range of topics alongside her in a series of engrossing conversations about embracing difference, finding a distinct artistic voice, the ethics of the camera, the practicalities of making a photobook, and more. Through words and images, Opie, along with Lucas Blalock, Janna Ireland, Paul Mpagi Sepuya, Jeff Whetstone, and Carmen Winant offer the reader insight into their individual and collective creative processes as they highlight Opie’s enduring influence as a mentor and trailblazer in contemporary photography. A brand new example additionally SIGNED by Catherine Opie on the title page.

Inventory Number: E00261121