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In the latest Aperture Conversations event, Dr. Deborah Willis, participated in a compelling discussion centered on Race Stories: Essays on the Power of Images. As coeditor of the Vision & Justice Book Series, Dr. Willis was joined by Marvin Heiferman, Dr. Sarah Lewis, and Leigh Raiford in a conversation about how photography shapes our understanding of race and visual culture. This event, which took place on February 12, 2025, explored the powerful role of images in both reinforcing and challenging racial stereotypes.
Dr. Willis’s contributions to the conversation highlighted her ongoing work as a leader in photography, visual culture, and social justice. Through her involvement in the Vision & Justice Book Series and her influential research, Dr. Willis continues to shape important discussions surrounding the intersection of art, identity, and race. The event was a significant opportunity to reflect on the impact of photography and its transformative role in storytelling.
This discussion was presented in collaboration with the Photography Program at Parsons School of Design and the Vera List Center for Art and Politics at the New School.
