Welcome to my photography world, where I capture the essence of life through the lens and delve deep into the realms of human experience. I am an autodidact photographer driven by a profound curiosity, using my art as a means to provoke thought, challenge conventions, and explore the complex tapestry of our existence.
Through my work, I aim to raise important questions and examine pressing issues that resonate in our society. Photography, for me, is not merely a medium of visual representation, but a powerful tool to shed light on the nuances of human emotions, social constructs, and cultural dynamics. I invite viewers to engage in a dialogue that transcends the boundaries of traditional discourse.
My work seeks to unravel the intricate connections between power, vulnerability, and gender. Through my lens, I aim to highlight the strength, resilience, and agency of women, while also exposing the hidden and overt barriers that shape our reality.
By combining artistry with storytelling each frame becomes an invitation for viewers to peel back the layers and go deeper. Whether through poignant portraits or thought-provoking conceptual series, my goal is to create an emotional connection that resonates long after the initial encounter. This journey has granted me the freedom to push boundaries, defy conventions, and discover my unique artistic voice.
Lanie Klein is an award-winning photographer born in the US. She currently lives and works in Jerusalem.
Selected Awards:
2023 First Place Outstanding Achievement, International Color Awards, Still Life
2022 2nd Place International Photography Awards, Advertising/Beauty
2022 Honorable Mentions International Photography Awards, Deeper Perspective; Portrait; People
2022 Honorable Mention Spider Awards, People
2021 2nd Place Chromatic Awards, Portraiture
Honorable Mention, People
2020 Bronze Medal Rise Photo Awards, Portraiture
2020 Shortlisted Sony World Photography Awards, Portraiture
Exhibitions:
2021 Gender, Gaze and the Passage of Time, Naggar School of Art, Jerusalem
2017 Born Female, ICCY, Jerusalem, group exhibition
1986 Guest Artist Exhibition, Aaron Faber Gallery, NYC
Collections:
Mezuzah, Permanent Collection, Yeshiva University Museum