Anh Nguyen, 27, Named to CULTURED's 2026 Young Photographers List
On September 16, 2026, CULTURED unveiled its Young Photographers list for 2026, spotlighting 14 emerging artists under the age of 30. Among them is Anh Nguyen, a 27-year-old photographer from New York. Her impressive portfolio has led to a fellowship with the New York Times and participation in the Museum of the City of New York's Triennial, titled 'New York Now: After Dark.' Drawing inspiration from notable figures like Gordon Parks, Cindy Sherman, and Martin Parr, Nguyen delves into personal narratives, especially her bond with her mother. Her series 'Kitchen Gods' showcases her efforts to maintain cultural traditions. Other featured artists include Rahim Rabia, Arielle Gray, Ben Jastremski, Conall Kearney, and Suniko Bazargarid.
Key facts
- Anh Nguyen is a 27-year-old photographer based in New York.
- She is featured in CULTURED's 2026 Young Photographers list, which spotlights 14 artists aged 30 or younger from around the globe.
- Nguyen received a fellowship with the New York Times this year.
- Her work is included in the Museum of the City of New York's Triennial, 'New York Now: After Dark.'
- Her visual influences include Gordon Parks, Cindy Sherman, and Martin Parr.
- She created the 'Kitchen Gods' series to photograph familiar subjects like friends, family, and personal space.
- Nguyen's most challenging subject is her own mother, as there is no performance between them.
- Her work addresses the fear of losing touch with her culture's rituals, particularly through making offering tables.
Entities
Artists
- Anh Nguyen
- Gordon Parks
- Cindy Sherman
- Martin Parr
- Rahim Rabia
- Arielle Gray
- Ben Jastremski
- Conall Kearney
- Suniko Bazargarid
Institutions
- CULTURED
- New York Times
- Museum of the City of New York
Locations
- New York
- United States