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What the book does is capture an irrepressible intimacy that often goes unseen in the retelling of rave culture.
Hulala shows all of this, from its original ambition, to its full collective realisation. It reflects back what’s possible when you think differently and work together.
I wanted the episodes – candid conversations with artists, editors, curators and thinkers – to serve as a companion for busy creatives, a cheat code for emerging talent, and a way to play a small role in dismantling gatekeeping in an industry where it’s prevalent.
Reimagining broken systems is crucial to the survival of photography.
Photographer Vinca Petersen’s new series 'Hulala' documents her move to the Isle of Skye, where she built a sustainable home and community using straw bale construction. The project, developed with writer Gem Fletcher, explores themes of intimacy, alternative living, and collective creativity. Through portraits and documentary imagery, Petersen reflects on connection, change, and the potential for new ways of living.
Photographer Matilde Viegas’ series 'Dia de Feira' captures the sensory richness and human connection of Portuguese market life. Created as a personal project to counter the automation of modern living, the work blends candid portraiture and documentary imagery. Exhibited at Porto’s Leica Gallery with a short film by Mafalda Salgueiro, the project celebrates community, tradition, and everyday beauty.
The article marks the 100th episode of Gem Fletcher’s podcast *The Messy Truth*, a long-running series exploring the evolving landscape of photography through candid conversations with artists, curators, and critics. Fletcher reflects on seven years of dialogue that have illuminated key issues in the creative industry, from mental health to systemic change. The piece highlights ten standout episodes featuring figures like Donna Ferrato, Rene Matić, and Charlotte Cotton.
The article explores how women’s football has evolved into a vibrant cultural movement influencing the visual language of sport. Through grassroots clubs, creative studios like Pacer, and photographers such as Cait Oppermann, the piece highlights a shift toward inclusive, DIY, and community-led design. It argues that women’s football is redefining both the aesthetics and values of contemporary sports culture.
The article profiles Guatemalan photographer Juan Brenner and his new photobook 'Genesis', published by Guest Editions. The book documents life in the Guatemalan Highlands, exploring themes of colonial legacy, youth culture, and cultural hybridisation. Through layered imagery and thoughtful design, Brenner captures the coexistence of tradition and modernity in indigenous communities.