Lauren Greenfield is an artist whose photography and filmmaking explore the intricate relationship between culture, money, and identity. Her work delves deeply into the aspirations and psyche of individuals striving for success and recognition in contemporary consumer culture. Through meticulously crafted images and narratives, she reveals the complex societal pressures and personal sacrifices inherent in this pursuit. Her artistic approach offers a penetrating look at modern life and the enduring quest for meaning and fulfillment.
Focusing on the complexities of American girls, this work merges photojournalism with fine-art aesthetics, showcasing the nuances of youth culture. Through a collection of 100 striking photographs, the acclaimed photographer delves into themes of identity, societal expectations, and the diverse experiences of girls, offering an insightful and visually compelling narrative that challenges stereotypes and celebrates individuality.
A highly anticipated monograph from the internationally acclaimed documentary photographer and filmmaker Lauren Greenfield: Generation Wealth is both a retrospective and an investigation into the subject of wealth over the last twenty-five years. Greenfield has traveled the world - from Los Angeles to Moscow, Dubai to China - bearing witness to the global boom-and-bust economy and documenting its complicated consequences. Provoking serious reflection, this book is not about the rich, but about the desire to be wealthy, at any cost.