I'm currently in Amsterdam, and I love it. While riding the tram, I noticed how the large windows allow one to photograph unnoticed. Some might find this intrusive, but I've always loved working from this position in the public sphere. I hope to continue working this way while I'm still here.

Last month, I had the honor of presenting work from my new book, A Period in Time, on PROJECTIONS, a virtual photography showcase. If you missed the live presentation, you can still watch... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3A7JD5hecsc&utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

Visual Riff: Environment Space and Movement Space, in some ways, is the guiding element of my photography. These images reflect some of the varied situations where I am either a participant, an irritant, invisible, or simply dancing along with the rhythms of the situation.

Warren, 76, and Arden, 90, met at a Walmart in West Virginia. Warren later moved into Arden's farmhouse to care for him and his wife, Maxine. I captured this tender moment between the two men the day after Maxine's passing. It was deeply moving to witness such trust and warmth in their friendship.

On my recent trip to Guatemala, I met Edvin Rafael Sarmiento, 32, a former sugar cane worker who contracted kidney disease 6 years ago, and has been unable to work since. Once again, I bore witness to the devastating impacts of CKDnT, the absence of worker protections, and the tyranny of poverty.

Visual Riff: Shades of Joy With everything happening in the world, it's hard for many people to feel much joy these days – let alone find shared examples of it. To counter your doom scrolling, I wanted to share images I've taken over the years that capture people experiencing moments of happiness.

By 1983, I was photographing the most prominent celebrities, artists, and entrepreneurs of the time. Five years later, I stepped away to explore my true passion: photojournalism and d... https://youtu.be/WtEZ8WbYl5s?si=qBycGD0rhqEdhpqR&utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

Visual Riff: Shades of Joy With everything happening in the world, it's hard for many people to feel much joy these days – let alone find shared examples of it. To counter your doom scrolling, here are some images I've taken over the years that capture people experiencing moments of happiness.

My work lives in the space of candid intimacy. Those unguarded moments of drama, tenderness, or the quiet rhythm of everyday life. Something elemental draws me to these scenes, a pull that the camera has helped me answer, both as a personal hunger and a desire to make images that leave a mark.

A scene from Sibi Camel Mela, an annual festival in Balochistan, Pakistan, 1997. There are times when I'm photographing in situations that feel overwhelming — I experienced this when I found myself in a remote part of Balochistan in 1997. Back then, Pakistan—and the world—felt different.

Visual Riffs: Skin Deep "Skin deep" suggests superficiality, but my lens argues otherwise. Every pore, every imperfection, every chosen or accidental mark is archaeology. The surface isn't shallow—it's where everything collides: intention and fate, the self we inherit and the self we make.

"It is hot here. We've come during the hottest time of the year to this volcanic, mountainous, and breathtaking part of Latin America." Read the full dispatch on the... https://www.edkashi.com/dispatches/heat-watch-in-central-america?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

Visual Riffs: Skin Deep "Skin deep" suggests superficiality, but my lens argues otherwise. Every pore, every imperfection, every chosen or accidental mark is archaeology. The surface isn't shallow—it's where everything collides: intention and fate, the self we inherit and the self we make.

Looking to grow your photography skills? Join me at my 4-day Visual Storytelling Workshop in Amsterdam, July 29 - August 1, 2026! ... https://www.eyesinprogress.com/en/workshops/workshop-visual-storytelling-ed-kashi-amsterdam-2026-en?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

On March 11th, I'll be presenting work from my new book, A Period in Time, at PROJECTIONS, a virtual photography showcase that over the course of a decade has featured over 400 photographers, of which I a... https://projectionsnyc.com/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

These images serve as a reminder that no matter where we live or how different our lives may be, we are all connected by the same inner states of emotion— grief, conflict, joy, hope. Photography gives permanence to these hidden landscapes, inviting the viewer to see ourselves in their experience.

I'm giving a U.C. Berkeley lecture as part of their Fotovision Lecture Series on Friday, April 3rd, at 7 pm! Join me for a riveting conversation with Photojourn... https://journalism.berkeley.edu/event/fotovision-lecture-with-ed-kashi/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

For LACP's 2026 Benefit Print Auction, I'm selling a print of my photograph of Ze Piexe, Brazil's most famous boat pilot. You can place your bid ... https://www.artsy.net/auction/los-angeles-center-of-photography-benefit-auction-2026?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

I'm excited to announce I'll be working on an addition to my Heat Stress series titled "Climate Migrations"— a look at the rising heat conditions in Guatemala and El Salvador that are ki... https://therawsociety.org/climate-migrations/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

Photographing in Nigeria is always challenging— the camera is often unwelcome, and outsiders are viewed with suspicion. Yet once permission is granted, and acceptance earned, a cornucopia of vibrant visual elements and powerful extremes is opened up for my heart, mind, and camera to absorb.

The Human Experience A testament to what it means to be human: shared moments of joy, perseverance, and connection.

📸 Join me and James Estrin at Anderson Ranch for my workshop, Advanced Mentored Studies: Visual Story... https://www.andersonranch.org/workshops/workshop/advanced-mentored-studies-visual-storytelling-and-documentary-projects-p1201-26/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

Visual Riff: I See Myself in You While interviewing a housing advocate in LA, they mentioned a Mayan proverb, "In lak'ech, hala ken," which translates to "I am another you, you are another me." This resonated with me, so I asked my team and family to select archived images with this theme in mind.

I am thrilled to announce that I'll be a mentor for the Alexia Human Rights Mentor Grant at Newhouse, Syracuse, with a $1000 prize! Learn more: https://newhouse.syr.edu/centers/the-alexia/grants/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi Photo credits: Smita Sharma, "We Cr...

These images were commissioned by DeLeon Tequila to promote their brand roll out to a wider, American audience in 2009. I have always felt uncomfortable shooting highly stylized and staged scenarios, but as with life, it's always good to stretch yourself and push to try new things.

Join me for a four-session virtual workshop on Smartphone Storytelling coordinated by Anderson Ranch Arts Center. Dates: Feb 16, 18, ... https://www.andersonranch.org/workshops/workshop/smartphone-storytelling-photography-vsp0801-26/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

A recent article in The Nation reported the deep connection between Olympique de Marseille Soccer Club and its devoted fan base. Pictured here are club supporters and members of Marseilles Trop Puissant cheering on their team during a game at the Velodrome Stadium in Marseille, France, 2010 & 2011.

I had the honor of documenting the life of Potri Ranka Manis, an advocate for the Asian American community who is dedicated to preserving and sharing Filipino culture. Read the fu... https://therawsociety.org/the-raw-society-magazine/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

Join me at Austin Photo Night next Wednesday! I'll be presenting work from my book, A Period in Time: Looking Back while Moving Forward: 1977–2022, and discussing the donation of my photographic archive to the Briscoe Center.

Visual Riff: Festive Festivity at its core is a deeply human impulse—an attempt to create meaning, connection, and escape through collective expression and rituals. Yet the outward vibrance of celebration can often mask a far more complex inner landscape.

A big thank you to @theguardian.com for their generous review of my new book, A Period in Time: Looking Back While Moving Forward, 1977–2022. I hope these stories offer new perspectives... https://www.edkashi.com/books/a-period-in-time?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

There's only 4 days left to sign up for my LACP workshop in San Francisco, where I'll be mentoring 12 students on capturing the city's dynamic cultural and social lan... https://lacphoto.org/events/timeline-san-francisco-with-ed-kashi/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

The Trump administration is deploying more than 100 U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents and officers to Minnesota after an ICE agent shot and killed a 37-year-old woman, according to documents obtained by The New York Times.

There's only one week left to sign up for my LACP photography workshop in San Francisco. Contribute to LACP's national archive and take part in a community-generated ... https://lacphoto.org/events/timeline-san-francisco-with-ed-kashi/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

THE GUARDIAN: ‘A front row seat to witness history’: Ed Kashi’s astonishing global images www.theguardian.com/artanddesign...? @theguardian.com @edkashi.bsky.social #photojournalism #journalism #photography‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬

📸 2026 ZEKE Awards open for submissions 🏆 Two awards will be given in the following categories: • ZEKE Award for Documentary Photography • ZEKE Award for Systemic Chan... https://www.socialdocumentary.net/cms/2026-zeke-award-details?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

When the bell rings at midnight, the blood, sweat, and tears of our persistence mix with our hopes and dreams for what is to come— bringing new resilience and conviction, whether we're dancing the night away or having a cozy night in with our loved ones. Wishing you a Happy New Year!

Festivity is a deeply human impulse—an attempt to create meaning, connection, and escape through collective expression. Yet, a still image isolates a moment and invites a slower reading: joy interwoven with exhaustion, spectacle paired with anonymity, and vitality existing alongside vulnerability.

Our joy comes not from the presents we receive but from those who gather around our tables. The greatest gift we can give one another is our presence. However you choose to celebrate, I hope that your days are filled with love, warmth, and laughter. Happy Holidays!

Festivity is a deeply human impulse—an attempt to create meaning, connection, and escape through collective expression. Yet, a still image isolates a moment and invites a slower reading: joy interwoven with exhaustion, spectacle paired with anonymity, and vitality existing alongside vulnerability.

I had the privilege of joining Molly Roberts and Stephen Crowley on the 10 Frames Per Second podcast, where we spoke about how I fell in love with photography, the importance of maintaining a meticulous archiv... https://bit.ly/48VKHRv?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

Only 2 weeks left to register for the Cordillera Soul Workshop with @edkashi @negrellochiara and @stefano_de_luigi during the Panagbenga Festival in the Philippines 🇵🇭 DEADLINE: December 31, 2025. Register at the link in bio.

Join us next year at a five-day advanced photography workshop with @jamesestrin, August 17-21, 2026. A... https://www.andersonranch.org/workshops/workshop/advanced-mentored-studies-visual-storytelling-and-documentary-projects-p1201-26/?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

With large electrical pylons looming overhead, villagers in Goraya hand-thresh rice using old metal oil barrels. The workers are not paid for their labor, but the local policeman who owns the land allows them to keep a portion of the rice. Pakistan,1998.

Visual Riff: Sweet and Sour The phrase "Sweet and Sour" symbolizes life's duality. Through photography, this concept transforms into a visual language of contrasts — color, texture, and emotion woven together in one frame. These pairs capture the visual and emotional polarity of its subject.

📸 Calling all photographers, the 2026 ZEKE Awards are open for submissions! 🥇 First place winners receive $2,500! Awards will be given for the categories: Documentar... https://www.socialdocumentary.net/cms/2026-zeke-award-details?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=Ed%20Kashi

After moving from China to San Francisco in his 80s, 104-year-old Wong Wah Po, spends Sunday mornings at dim sum with his family, balancing old and new-world lifestyles. Gathering around a table is one of the most powerful ways we express love, gratitude, & belonging. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!