In Conversation | with Anna Fox on Documenting Everyday Life

Join us for an insightful talk by Anna Fox; an acclaimed photographer who has dedicated her career to capturing the extraordinary in the ordinary. Anna’s unique perspective and social narratives have influenced fashion and photography students worldwide. With over 30 years of experience as a documentary photographer, Anna has explored the nuances of everyday life through her lens. Her journey is a testament to the power of observation and storytelling.

Talk overview:

• Discover Anna’s creative and technical processes, and her passion for film cameras. 
• Learn how she builds relationships with her subjects, creating authentic narratives that resonate with audiences worldwide.
• Understand how to navigate the world of photography as an independent creative and the importance of building networks.

About Anna Fox:

Anna Fox is a British documentary photographer known for her combative, highly charged use of flash and colour. She first gained recognition with her 1988 study of London office life titled “Work Stations: Office Life in London.” This was followed by her series “Zwarte Piet,” created between 1993 and 1998, which documents ‘black face’ folk culture traditions in the Netherlands. Fox has also published monographs such as “Made in Milton Keynes,” “Made in Kansas,” and “Made in Florence.” She currently serves as the head of photography at the University for the Creative Arts in Farnham.