BRONX JUNIOR PHOTO LEAGUE RESOURCES
A collection of photography resources for student, staff, and community members.
Creative Conversations:
This summer we organized a series of interviews to continue our tradition of building community and networking opportunities both within the BDC and the larger photographic industry. We hope these conversations give you insight into the different paths photographers can take!
Cary Fagan: Mixing in other mediums with photography & the importance of collaborative work
Cary Fagan is a Houston, Texas based photographer, designer, sculptor, and musician. He has lent his eye to the works of other creatives such as A$AP Rocky (Testing) and Solange Knowles (When I Get Home). Fagan met up with our students to discuss his current practice, the value of being mindful of your time, why he stacks chairs, and how he manages all of his different projects.
David Cabrera: Music photography & the value of networking.
David Cabrera is a commercial and editorial photographer from Miami, Florida. He is currently the staff photographer and multi-media pop culture publication Complex. Cabrera has a wide portfolio of musicians and celebrities that spans his 20 year career. In this conversation, Cabrera discussed how proper networking helped him get to where he is now and why being over-prepared is a crucial part of his job.
Miranda Barnes: Diversity in the world of editorial photography
Miranda Barnes is a Caribbean-American photographer based in Brooklyn, New York. Her photographs have graced the pages of the New York Times and Vanity Fair. During this conversation, she discussed the importance of consistency, making self portraits, and increasing the amount of Black female photographers in the photo-industry.
Kennedi Carter: Using Photography to create meaningful narratives & navigating the gallery space as a young artist.
Kennedi Carter is a photographer and creative director from Durham, North Carolina. Her work has been displayed in museums such as Duke University's Nasher Museum, the Raleigh Contemporary Art Museum, and the 21C Hotel. In our conversation, Kennedi covered how she came to acquire her current aesthetic and her ventures into the museum world.