Photography

July 4, 2026

Photography and Fine Art Combine To Capture the Fleeting Light and Solitude of West Texas

Desert landscapes have long been a source of inspiration for artists. From wide-open skies and endless vistas to golden light and vivid sunsets, the desert is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in profound solitude. For contemporary artist LéAna Clifton, the rugged landscape of far West Texas became the muse for her new exhibition titled Marfa Daydream, now on view at Veldt Gallery in Marfa, Texas, through September 26.

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June 30, 2026

This Exhibition Reveals the Hidden Connections Between Generations of Queer Photographers

Queer histories are rarely linear. Instead, they unfold through relationships, shared history, and communities that stretch across generations. To celebrate the less-often seen traces of queer photography, the Columbus Museum of Art will be presenting Queer Constellations: Photographs from the Aronowitz Family Collection. Co-curated by celebrated photography critics Vince Aletti and Kaitlin Booher, the exhibition brings together 150 photographs by 75 artists to discover the rich, interconnected history of queer photography across generations.

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June 22, 2026

Beaker Street Science Photography Prize Finalists Highlight Rare Fish, Bioluminescent Algae, and More

Photography illuminates the world, especially when it comes to science. It can shed light on complex subjects and allow us to connect emotionally with them in ways that words can’t. The Beaker Street Science Photography Prize recognizes images that “reveal the wonder, complexity, and fragility of the natural world” by way of science. The competition just announced its finalists for the 2026 edition, presented as part of Tasmania-based Beaker Street Festival’s 10th anniversary program.

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