True / 10

Our cover feature, AutoBody, presents Collier Schorr’s previously unpublished portraits of friends from the queer community, which she is releasing in a forthcoming book of the same title. For True 10, Collier discusses the work and its themes of identity and self-confidence with artist Elle Pérez.

In Cloudies, we debut Irina Rozovsky’s digital diary in print. It features her vibrant iPhone photos paired with reflections from artist Tim Davis on the immediacy of her visual observations.

Lee Mary Manning’s anonymous snapshots sparked a journey toward visibility. In this feature for True, Lee talks with writer Charlie Porter about their decade-long friendship, and the artist’s preparation for their solo exhibition at New York’s Canada Gallery.

Our archival feature on photographer Ernest Cole shows extracts from Ernest’s recently rediscovered work, documenting apartheid-era South Africa. For this feature, modern day South African artist, Lindokuhle Sobekwa, speaks with Ronan Mckenzie about Ernest’s enduring relevance today, and the ongoing themes that are present in the work of both artists.

Nick Sethi and Dashwood Books’ David Strettell discuss their decade-long collaboration on printed art and photo books. They reflect on their creative process and emphasise the enduring nature of print.

In Pestka, Magdalena Wywrot explores the mother-daughter bond through dreamlike imagery. This feature is accompanied by reflections from David Campany who edited Magda’s recently released monograph of the same name.

Peter Tomka’s feature, Bachelor Suite, combines finished photographs from his latest project alongside behind-the-scenes shots of his working process, to create a dynamic portrait of the artist and his practice.

 

Contributors (in order of appearance):

Irina Rozovsky With Tim Davis

Collier Schorr With Elle Pérez

Lee Mary Manning With Charlie Porter

Ernest Cole And Lindokuhle Sobekwa

Nick Sethi With David Strettell

Magdalena Wywrot With David Campany

Peter Tomka With Sammy Loren

 

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True is a photography journal that invites both established and emerging artists to explore, experiment with, or revisit their artistic endeavors. The mission is to carefully curate and honor work that embodies authenticity and offers profound insights.