Aleksandr Rodchenko. Spatial Construction no. 12. c. 1920

Welcome to Photography & Society!

Discovering how photography was used to influence societal perceptions throughout history, and introducing you to three of the most influential social photographers, of the 20th century.

Exploring Our Photographers

Aleksandr Rodchenko, Varvara Stepanova. LEF. Zhurnal levogo fronta iskusstv (LEF: Journal of the Left Front of the Arts), no. 2. 1923

Aleksandr Rodchenko

A Russian artist know for his influential contributions to photography, graphic design, and bold modern art during the Soviet era in early 20th century.

Photomontage, Gelatin silver prints with ink on card

1973 First published: Workers Press, 1973 Catalogue: PK/42

Peter Kennard

A British artist known for his powerful photo-based artwork that addressed political and social issues, especially in war enviroments.

Whoever Reads Bourgeois Newspapers Becomes Blind and Deaf: Away with These Stultifying Bandages!, 1930 © 2006 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn

John Heartfield

A German artist known for his bold political photomontages that promoted social change in the early 20th century.

Meet our team

Nubia Rodriguez-Kumane

Aj Prado

Ciara Cascart

“We hope that you enjoyed your experience in learning more about Photography & Society as much as we did!”

Nubia Rodriguez, Aj Prado & Ciara Cascart.