All posts tagged in photography
Based in Paris, France, photographer Thomas Lang specializes in portraits, building designs and short films alike. In the world of photography, Lang has managed to stand out as a result of the unique patterns he creates simply by using contact sheets. For those of you unfamiliar with the origin of film photography, one of the … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/artist-thomas-lang-talks-analog-photography-finding-inspiration-and-more/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
There was one particular time, I opened the Instagram app on my phone and was casually scrolling down my feed. Out of nowhere, this thought came to mind: my feed is boring. It’s mostly just portraits of people, a food tutorial, some rows of shades of liquid lipsticks, there’s nothing that amazes and captivates me. … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/this-four-surrealist-instagram-accounts-will-make-your-feed-looks-magical/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
Ah, the world of fashion photography, known for decades as the home of willowy white models and a rampant fetish of ‘heroin chic’. With the rise of social media came the expansion of what was once the fashion industry’s narrow image of the world. It isn’t as difficult today to see models who aren’t white … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/how-18-year-old-photographer-mattesse-riley-christie-is-breaking-boundaries/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
Over the years, texting has become an intimate practice, just like journaling or even venting to someone on the phone late at night. It is obvious that no-one wants their texts read, but is it that easy to try and look away when somebody’s thoughts are being spilt out right in front of you? This … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/the-intimate-texts-of-new-yorkers-captured-by-jeff-mermelstein/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
Photography has been a big part of my life for around four years now; the aspect of freezing a moment in time and capturing it forever will never fail to keep me interested. Recently, my mom purchased some 35mm film for her old film camera that has been sitting on my bookshelf collecting dust. A … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/the-relevance-of-film-photography/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
Previously, I spoke about my experience when I first arrived to Cuba and the various tourist spots I had the chance to visit. This is going to be a continuation of that but slightly different. The second week I was in Cuba, I spent it with my maternal family members. They lived a bit farther … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/12-days-in-cuba-part-2/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
These past two weeks, I have been wandering around Italy with my family. I had the privilege of visiting as many museums, cultural places, and beautiful landscapes as I could find. The rich culture and fascinating timelessness of the country were captivating, and I felt so drawn to the way of life here. It was otherworldly to … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/italy-a-photo-series/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
Samera Paz is breaking boundaries in each and every way. From creating art out of menstrual blood to founding an organization for female empowerment, Paz has shown how young individuals can make a difference on both a local and global level. The 22-year-old activist sat down with Affinity to give insight into how she is … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/samera-paz-discusses-art-activism-and-their-mutual-connection/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
Are you an artist or photographer who is passionate by social justice? Is your work inspired by, but not limited to, feminism, LGBT+, society, race, culture, body positivity, or politics? If so, #MyAffinity is a great opportunity for you to get your work featured on the Affinity Instagram! My name is Hallie Sebastian, and I … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/myaffinity-calling-all-social-justice-inspired-artists-and-photographers-into-the-resistance/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
This past summer in July, I spent my last month before going back to school in Mexico visiting family. I remained most of the time in Mexico City with my abuela, aunts and uncles. The other half of the time was spent in a pueblo called Santiago Huajolotitlán in Oaxaca, Mexico visiting more family. In … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/the-beauty-of-puebla-mexico/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
During my trip to Tucson, Arizona in February, I got a glimpse into the beautiful culture of Native Americans as well as the picturesque landscape of the Sonora Desert. I came to visit my grandfather, who fell in love with the city of Tucson and has been living there for decades. Being from Michigan, everything … <a href="https://culture.affinitymagazine.us/native-americans-and-the-southwest/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read
